Benefits, Features & FAQs

Franchise Benefits

Why would someone choose a franchise versus going into business by themselves?

Established Concept
The concept and reputation are already established; this gives you a head start against someone who is opening a business as an independent.

Comparative Assessment
Having the ability to gauge your performance against other similar salons can be very valuable for future decision-making purposes.

Research
Continuing research is on-going with Tropi Tan. We are never idle in our pursuit of a better product or a better way of doing business. You will receive the direct benefit from our testing of new products and services. Once a new product or method has been fully tested the information will be proactively shared with all franchise owners.

Opportunities
The opportunity to own your own business, but not be in business alone can have great rewards. Franchising can provide personal growth and advancement in business knowledge and skills by learning from the corporate office as well as other franchise owners. The opportunity to network and build a strong alliance with other members is priceless.

Support
Whether it is technical, operational or managerial, the franchisor can be counted on to lend the assistance when needed. Plus, it is always nice to have someone knowledgeable to brainstorm with for new ideas and suggestions.

Experience and Knowledge
The experience and knowledge of the franchisor’s management team increases the potential for success. With a franchise you automatically have an experienced partner to help you.

Standards
Franchisors set standards and guidelines that must be followed. This helps to maintain the quality and integrity of a concept and system.

Planning
Developing a business plan is a critical part of a business’ success. The franchisor can help you develop your plan.

Marketing/Advertising Assistance
The preparation and development of professional advertising campaigns is done by the franchisor. An independent business owner would normally not be able to afford the level of expertise and penetration of marketing and advertising that a franchise can offer.

Start Up Services
There are so many variables in getting your business up and running that it can be extremely frustrating, time consuming, and costly if you have not done this before. The franchisor has a great deal of experience that will reduce or eliminate costly mistakes that can delay or prohibit the opening of a new business.

Reduced Risk
With a proven franchise system, there is less risk; financing may be easier to obtain when you are opening a franchised business.

“In 2000, most analysts estimated that franchising companies and their franchisees accounted for $1 trillion in annual U.S. retail sales from 320,000 franchised small businesses in 75 industries. Moreover, franchising is said to account for more than 40 percent of all U.S. retail sales. Industry analysts estimate that franchising employs more than 8 million people, a new franchise outlet opens somewhere in the U.S. every 8 minutes, and approximately one out of every 12 retail business establishments is a franchised business.” –International Franchise Association

Features

As a franchise member of Tropi Tan you will have access to many features and benefits that will help support and grow your business.

Market Analysis. It will be important that you locate your Tropi Tan salon in the right market to put you on the path of success. Our staff will work with you to insure that the market selected will meet specific criteria already established.

Site Search Assistance
Our experienced staff will be able to help guide you on finding the best site for your salon. Along with a comprehensive guide, our personal assistance in lease negotiations will help get you the best site and accommodations for your money.

Salon Design & Construction
Tropi Tan has invested a great deal of time and money in developing a unique and sophisticated design that will enhance the tanning experience of all our customers. The salon design was developed with an ease of installation and set up in mind. This new construction method helps cut down the time and costs of site build-out so you can get your salon up and operational in the quickest time possible.

Training
Your training will consist of a comprehensive two-week training program at the corporate headquarters in Flint, MI. The first week will be dedicated to learning business principals applied specifically to the tanning industry. This will include areas of management, finance and accounting, personnel, marketing, and tanning education and equipment. The second week will be dedicated to working in an actual Tropi Tan salon so that you can see first hand how the business principals you learned the week before apply. This will also provide you with some hands on experience so that you will develop a comfort level and high level of confidence before you open your own salon.

Support Services
As a Tropi Tan franchise owner, you have access to many personnel who have years of experience to help and guide you. Part of our responsibility and commitment is to work with you to develop your salon into a success. The franchise services toll free number and email provide you easy access to corporate personnel that can answer any questions you have regarding owning a Tropi Tan salon franchise.

Marketing/Advertising
Being a part of the Tropi Tan franchise system allows you to take advantage of the many marketing/advertising items used by all Tropi Tan locations. The exposure you gain by being a member of our franchise would normally not be affordable if you had to support these efforts by yourself. Along with providing various programs and materials for you, we encourage our owners to work with us in developing a personalized marketing/advertising strategy plan that you can implement in your own market. These efforts will compliment and enhance what the corporate office is already providing.

Purchasing Power
The Corporate office has developed relationships with vendors and suppliers of the products and equipment you will need for your salon. These long-term relationships plus the combined purchasing power of all Tropi Tan locations equals better pricing and support for you. We have worked hard to cultivate these relationships that will ultimately better serve the needs of our franchise owners.

Continuing Communication
Part of being involved in a franchise is having the opportunity to learn from other industry experts and franchise owners. As a Tropi Tan franchise owner, you will have access to a variety of communication programs provided by the corporate office. Our goal is to share as much information with you in order to facilitate best practices, marketing and sales tactics that work, new industry news, legal issues that involve the tanning industry and any issue that makes running your business easier and more profitable for you! The communication programs will be in the form of email, web sites, phone correspondence, newsletters and a monthly magazine.

Technology
Our state-of-the-art point of sale software system is designed to promote and enhance the client’s level of personalized service. In addition, you will have the flexibility to remotely monitor your business if the need arises. This keeps you in constant contact with what is going on in your salon, even if you are not physically there!

FAQs

How much will my total initial investment be?
The total investment is between $191,500 to $380,000 (Plus working capital).

How much are the royalties?
The greater of 5% of total gross sales, or a minimum of $400 per month.

What is the national advertising fund percentage?
3.5% of gross revenue with an eligibility to be refunded up to 1% for gross sales advertising placed in your local market.

How much is the franchise fee?
The fee is $25,000 for one salon. There are discounts on this fee with multiple salons.

How much can I earn as a Tropi Tan franchisee?
We are not able to give you an earnings claim as regulated by Federal Trade Commission. We suggest you contact existing franchisees to gather this information.

Do we have company owned salons?
Yes, this enables us to test and research new products and methods before making any suggestions to our franchise owners.

How do you handle the training?
There is a two-week training period at the corporate office in Flint, MI. The first week is focused on business and industry information. The second week is spent working in a salon in order for you to learn how to correctly apply the material you learned the week before.

What is the average size of a Tropi Tan salon?
The size of your salon will vary depending upon your financial situation and the market conditions. The average size of salons is between 2500– 4400 square feet.

Do I have to contact and work with the vendors to get my salon open?
No, Tropi Tan has the distributorship network in place and will work with the vendors to get your salon ready for business.

Does Tropi Tan Corporate sign the lease on my site?
No. We will provide the guidance and help to locate, negotiate and establish your site; however, you are responsible and accountable for the lease.

How long does it take to open a Tropi Tan salon?
After your financing is secured and your lease has been signed, it will take approximately 80 days to open your salon.

Do you provide financing?
No, but we will work with you on developing the plans needed to submit for financing.

How will my staff be trained?
Tropi Tan Corporate will work with you on getting your staff members fully trained in order to serve your clients with knowledge and confidence.

For more franchise information contact Vince Lorraine at 866-818-1826 X 302.
franchises@tropitan.biz

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