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solutions franchising group
Australia's premium franchise opportunities
Contact us for all the 2012 release details & limited premium opportunities Solutions Franchising Group Pty Ltd Level 1, 508 Bridge Road, Richmond, Victoria, 3121 Phone 03 9428 1088 Fax 03 9428 7055 e-mail info@solutionsfranchising.com.au
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volume 4 | issue 1 | january 2012
Welcome to this edition of The Profiler. ill 2012 be the year you invest in your own business? Being your own boss can become a reality. Of course owning a business is hard work and requires enormous commitment and passion – passion for getting the job right, for being on hand day in and day out and for growing the business. Franchising offers individuals a way to join the world of business ownership without travelling alone; the best franchisors provide tried and tested systems and strong franchisee support that give more than a kick-start to a new franchise. But franchisees still need to have sound finances, commitment and ongoing passion to ensure a good return on investment and growth of the brand. Everyone needs a little guidance in life, whether that’s in sourcing the right business, finding the best funding option, getting legal advice or expanding an existing business. In this edition of Franchising magazine’s supplement, The Profiler, we give a taster of licensed and franchised business opportunities. Entrepreneurs, and sometimes franchisees, will tell the tale in their own words. It’s a great way to get a flavour of what a brand is all about, and who know, perhaps your perfect fit will be in these pages?
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4 .........Solutions Franchising Group
30 .....Nanotek
6 ........StayClean
32 .....Esquires Coffee Houses
8 ........Snap on
34 .....Supergeek
10 .....Cafe2U
36 .....Flowers by Fruit
12 .....Anytime Fitness
38 .....Silver Chef
14 .....Pizza Hut
40 .....Telechoice
16 .....Magazine Vending
42 .....Franchise Selection
18 .....sKids
44 .....Hairhouse Warehouse
20 .....Oporto
46 .....Mason Sier Turnbull
22 .....Fastway Couriers
48 .....Red Rock Noodle Bar
24 .....SumoSalad
50 .....Crackmasters
26 .....Ink on the Run
52 .....Matchmaking
28 .....Coco Cubano
54 .....Contacts
Publisher Michelle Graves Editor Sarah Stowe sarah.stowe@reedbusiness.com.au Sub Editor Richie Kenzie richie.kenzie@reedbusiness.com.au Graphic Designer Louis Santos National Sales & Marketing Manager David Strong david.strong@reedbusiness.com.au Direct: 02 9422 2905
Advertising Inquiries SYDNEY OFFICE Tel: (+612) 9422 2905 Fax: (+612) 9422 2722 Production Co-ordinator Eryk Koziol eryk.koziol@reedbusiness.com.au Direct: 02 9422 2379 Managing Director Jeremy Knibbs jeremy.knibbs@reedbusiness.com.au
On the cover: Snap-on Tools provides products that help the professional tool user make money
All The Profiler material is copyright. Reproduction in whole or in part is not allowed without written permission from the Editor. © 2011. Opinions expressed in The Profiler are not necessarily those of The Profiler or Reed Business Information.
Good luck on your search Sarah Stowe Editor
The Profiler is a publication of Reed Business Information ABN 80 132 719 861 SYDNEY OFFICE Tower 2, 475 Victoria Ave Chatswood, NSW, 2067 Tel: (+612) 9422 2999 | Fax: (+612) 9422 2822 www.reedbusiness.com.au Printed at GEON 69-79 Fallon St, Brunswick, Vic, 3056
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Solutions Franchising Group
Solutions Franchising Group – good service and good value Providing affordable business support
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olutions Franchising Group recognises the need for providing really good service, product and value. In the new world economy, businesses need help to rise above the competition and this help needs to be affordable. We have grouped important competencies together to provide a great package of services offering great value. Tony Maddock and Adam Kernahan head up our team. Together they have more than 60 years of valuable experience, Tony with at least 30 years in retail, management, franchising and international business while legal expert Adam has been practicing law for over three decades. Supporting Tony and Adam, we have a great team of specialists covering each area of competency. We can assess your needs and help provide the right solutions for your business. We have full service products through to component provision and can provide long-term support or project based assistance. Building a strong and friendly relationship with our clients is essential and it is our aim to embrace our client’s culture. Understanding our clients well means we can provide the right solution for their business.
Our mission is simple: We aim to efficiently and courteously provide the best professional services to the business market in Australia and internationally while representing the best value to all stakeholders.
Our services embrace: • Franchisee recruitment • Legal services and compliance
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System development and maintenance Training Strategic planning Demographic and site mapping Design and graphic services International business Mergers and acquisitions
Solutions Franchising Group represents premium Australian franchise opportunities. We will never engage conflicting brands. Everyone can be assured that dedicated service with a high level of integrity prevails. We work with great brands which include The Coffee Club, Yarra Valley Farms, Sushi Box, Burger Edge, Crepe Cherie, Coffee Chooo, Fonebiz, Movenpick and Exclusive Collectables.
Expanding business In 2012 we will be assisting Ribs and Rumps in starting its expansion journey. Ribs and Rumps is a premium steakhouse that was recently acquired by The Coffee Club. From Perth, an emerging Indian chain Urban Turban will continue its expansion (five outlets opened in the closing months of 2011). Crepe Cherie, the boutique crepe outlet based in Perth, will be rolling out high quality outlets. Yarra Valley Farms, the wholesale produce distribution phenomenon, spreads its wings to new regional areas within Victoria as well as launching in Sydney, Brisbane and Canberra. This expansion is driven by customer demand. We have a great belief in the ability of Australian business to thrive on the global platform. During 2011 Solutions Franchising Group conducted research,
Tony Maddock
visited and established alliances in a number of key markets. In 2012 we will work intensively with Indian and Indonesian associates to establish Australian brands in those markets. It is a great time to talk with us and consider the opportunities internationally. To understand our offer, take a tour of our website. We are expanding many of our services in 2012 and we are very excited to provide a great value, professional and friendly service.
i FRANCHISE INFORMATION Contact: Tony Maddock Phone: 03 9428 1088 Email: info@solutionsfranchising.com.au Web: www.solutionsfranchising.com.au
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solutions franchising group
Australia’s complete franchise service group
Knowledge
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Franchise Opportunities
Thinking about a Franchise
Legal Services
International
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“Providing the best professional services to the business market in Australia and internationally, efficiently, courteously and representing the best value to all stakeholders”
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StayClean Hands
StayClean Hands – B2B franchise Improving business hand hygiene at the front line
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tayClean Hands is an exceptional new business-to-business franchise with the specific aim to address hand sanitising in businesses at large. Launched in 2010, the hand sanitiser franchise is benefiting from the growing concern for commercial businesses to engage in healthy hand hygiene practises beyond the public bathroom. StayClean Hands is currently franchising in every capital city in Australia with outstanding opportunities for the right people. Franchisees are supported through targeted marketing activities in their areas, a centralised back-to-base admin centre, proprietary software, ongoing lead generation and all the processes and systems required to succeed. StayClean Hands is looking for individuals with entrepreneurial minds that are able to develop, present and follow up proposals to
Paul Myers, from the first SA company-owned franchise, with StayClean Hands founder Luis Nevares
compact model to a large dispenser with the added feature of a display area in which businesses are conveying different
We are offering an outstanding service with a state-of-the-art dispenser system that secures effective hand hygiene best practice for the business community prospective clients. Their ability to communicate well at all levels within a business is of key importance as they will be liaising with decision makers from businesses of all sorts. Proactive franchisees willing and able to incorporate an additional sales force to their own activities are encouraged. The battery-operated dispensers offer the latest in environmental design and touchfree technology, measuring the exact amount of solution into the hands of each user. With a modern look and silver finish, they are an essential component to every health-conscious business owner.
Model choice StayClean Hands offers to the market different dispenser models, from a
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messages to either employees or customers. The StayClean Hands dispensers are made to handle heavy use and large volumes of customers; the compact model delivers 2500 uses per cartridge and the larger models deliver 6000 uses per cartridge. Very cost efficient, the hand sanitising service costs are as low as 3.5 cents per use. Businesses of all sizes have indicated a strong demand for StayClean Hands’ hygienic services and solutions, for both their customers and staff. Interested businesses include food and grocery retailers, the hospitality industry at large, hairdressing and beauty salons, medical surgeries, chiropractic and physiotherapist practitioners, and shopping centre management.
StayClean Hands’ attractive proposition is presented through a service contract that includes installation, full service, and the supply of the hand sanitising solution for a very competitive monthly charge. The experienced team at StayClean Hands, headed by general manager, Luis Nevares, has been actively delivering business proposals to secure state and national accounts. The first franchisee in South Australia has units contracted in supermarkets, shopping malls, manufacturers, child care centres and small businesses like hair salons, bakeries and video stores. “We are offering an outstanding service with a state-of-the-art dispenser system that secures effective hand hygiene best practice for the business community,” announces Luis Nevares.
i FRANCHISE INFORMATION Contact: Luis Nevares Phone: 1300 769 967 Email: info@staycleanhands.com.au Web: www.staycleanhands.com.au
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Snap-on Australia
Snap-on Australia – tools of the trade Get peace of mind with a gold standard offer
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nap-on Tools Australia makes choosing a franchise easy for you. We’ve taken your most important decision-making factors, and we can show you how one of the world’s leading tool manufacturers has been demonstrating the strength of its business model in Australia for over 20 years. Part of a 90 year old global business that pulls in more than $2.6 billion per year, Snapon can trace its success back through three key ingredients: an unwavering commitment to high-quality, premiumpriced products for a large but clearly defined marketplace; a credit system that gives its customers access to those products; and a well-oiled delivery system, utilising an army of franchisees, that takes the product right to the customer’s door.
Lifestyle To sell their wares, Snap-on’s fleet of 165 trucks call on businesses typically associated with the repair or service of cars, trucks, motorcycles, boats, small aircraft and earth moving equipment. Inside the truck is a tool lover’s fantasyland – every spanner, screwdriver, pair of pliers, socket set, hammer and chisel one could imagine, covering every available square centimetre, walls and ceiling included. Crammed cleverly into the space are various Snap-on toolboxes and diagnostic equipment. A further supply of vans is driven by diagnostic product specialists who back up the franchisees and their increasingly complex product line with training and expertise. Each franchisee owns his own truck, services his own territory that has been scoped by Snap-on for him in advance, and visits his list of customers every week, on a rotation as regular as clockwork.
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Brand Security Snap-on prides itself on always providing top of the range quality; operating a comprehensive distribution network throughout the country, and maintaining an almost feverish level of customer loyalty. The security of the Snap-on brand is a solid one. Snap-on has made sure to continually expand on its gold standard range, offering sophisticated software based diagnostics systems and management information systems that extend far beyond simply looking under the bonnet of a car. Snap-on’s brand is underscored by the innovation and quality of the product range of more than 19,000 items.
Self direction Snap-on succeeds because the business truly respects the end customer, the professional tool user, and recognises that franchisees are business partners; their success determines the company’s success. At its core the offering is very simple. Snap-on provides products that help the professional tool user make money. By maintaining a tight grip over the quality of product coupled with offering convenience
means that franchisees will always have a solid bank of repeat customers.
Income If you were to measure Snap-on as a traditional retail company [sales per square metre], a Snap-on truck is one of the most productive retail spaces in the world. On average a Snap-on franchisee will turn over in excess of $600,000 annually from a single truck. Potential franchisees can get peace of mind with a complete finance package which Snap-on funds itself. In keeping with the same spirit of offering accessible credit to customers to help them purchase the premium range of tools, Snap-on also gives new franchisees a generous leg-up to help them get behind the wheel of their new business.
i FRANCHISE INFORMATION Contact: Nick Hudson Phone: 1800 762 766 Email: nicholas.hudson@snapon.com Website: www.snapontools.com.au
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Cafe2U
Cafe2U – Love your work, make your customers’ day The world’s largest mobile coffee franchise – where you choose the hours you wish to work
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ustralia’s first – and now the world’s largest – mobile coffee franchise offers a lifestyle that serves as a major drawcard. The lifestyle offered by Cafe2U is flexible, so it can suit the needs of each and every individual franchise partner. The beauty of owning a franchise is that all exclusive territories have equal business opportunities. Your individual effort determines your success, depending on how many hours you wish to work.
Flexible franchising For Steve McCarthy, owner of Cafe2U Tamworth, NSW, the Cafe2U lifestyle was the main attraction. “I’m home when the kids get home from school and I get to spend quality time with my family,” he said. “We play cricket, go for bike rides, go down to the park – the normal, traditional family stuff.”
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around the working week and revenue from events and weekend activities can extensively increase earnings potential. Cafe2U’s Acceleration Package training program provides sufficient and adequate support that will get your business up to speed, without having any prior
These days I love going to work. The kids come on the run with me most mornings until I can drop them at school and I’m finished my run in time to pick them up as well Similarly, Tracy Basman who recently started Cafe2U Bathurst, NSW, has also experienced a complete lifestyle change. “I once worked nine to 10 hour days; both the kids practically lived in daycare. My husband and I were always talking shop and not having enough time to actually do anything. “These days I love going to work. The kids come on the run with me most mornings until I can drop them at school and I’m finished my run in time to pick them up as well.” The Cafe2U business model is built
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experience in running your own business. The first week is formal training, the second week is preparation week and the third and fourth weeks are on the road, in the franchisee’s new territory.
Satisfaction Derek Black, managing director of Cafe2U, believes the company’s success comes from the brand’s superior product as well as the attractive incentives and support on offer. “We guarantee that from the first day of trading, they will be taking home $500 per day for the next two weeks,” Black adds.
Professionalism and lifestyle aside, a Cafe2U franchise also provides a personal and fun business environment where being the best part of somebody’s day is a reality. Ann Corton, owner of Cafe2U Smithfield, NSW, couldn’t be more pleased with her decision to purchase a Cafe2U franchise. “I love what I do. Every morning I wake up and realise it is up to me to choose my own attitude. When I see my customers I greet them and smile. It may be the only smile they see all day.” With over 120 franchises across Australia, Cafe2U continues to expand and brew success on both a national and international level. If you after a lifestyle change – why not find out more about Australia’s fastest growing mobile coffee franchise?
i FRANCHISE INFORMATION Contact: John Stanton Phone: 1300 223 328 Email: franchises@cafe2u.com.au Web: www.cafe2u.com.au
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Anytime Fitness
Anytime Fitness – top performance An award winning brand sees strong growth ahead
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ustin McDonell and his sister Jacinta McDonell Jimenez launched the highly successful US franchise Anytime Fitness into Australia in 2008. With over 1700 clubs and 1.3 million members worldwide, Anytime Fitness has become the quickest growing segment of the world’s fastest growing fitness chain. There are currently more than 100 clubs open throughout Australia with numbers set to grow steadily this year. Last year 44 Anytime Fitness clubs opened across most states and territories (QLD, VIC, NSW, SA, WA, ACT) and 38 new franchisees became part of the team. Of the 246 territories sold since the 2008 launch, 102 were sold in 2011, and 102 clubs are projected to open this year across all major states.
Awards As well as continued growth, Anytime Fitness won numerous awards last year for its outstanding performance within the industry, including three top awards. In the Topfranchise Awards, which surveys over 1000 franchisees around Australia and benchmarks franchisors against average industry performance in seven categories, Anytime Fitness made the top 10 franchises list, coming in at number seven, and was subsequently featured on channel Nine’s A Current Affair. The second award was the Smart Company Smart50 Awards which recognises the country’s fastest growing companies changing the business landscape: the franchise debuted at number seven. BRW Magazine also recognised the brand as one of Australia’s companies showing speedy growth. The annual Fast Starters 2011 issue listed Anytime Fitness Australia
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Anytime Fitness is growing rapidly
Anytime Fitness won numerous awards last year for its outstanding performance within the industry at number 46 in its run down of the country’s 100 swiftest growing companies, the only fitness organisation on the list. Jacinta McDonell Jimenez and Justin McDonell
Book business Chuck Runyon, the co-founder and CEO of Anytime Fitness, has not only been busy running one of the world’s fastest growing fitness chains but has written his first book. Words you never expect to hear from the owner of the world’s largest coed fitness franchise are “working out sucks”. But this is no ordinary CEO and his book Working Out Sucks is no ordinary book. Launched in December last year, the publication is edgy and provocative and provides a blunt, modernday take on health and fitness. It tackles societal influences (including Oprah and Apple), asks if parents of obese children
should go to jail and raises eyebrows about smoking, seatbelts and much more. Chuck has evolved his entrepreneurial roots by building a 20 million dollar international business with a network of more than 1700 franchises with such a strong following that members, franchisees and employees are getting permanent tattoos of the company’s logo!
i FRANCHISE INFORMATION Phone: 02 9415 5300 Email: info@anytimefitness.com.au Web: www.anytimefitness.com.au
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Pizza Hut
Pizza Hut – supporting your business Leaders in franchising for over 30 years!
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e believe there has never been a more exciting time to be part of Pizza Hut Australia. Pizza Hut is the world’s largest pizza restaurant company with more than 12,000 restaurants in over 80 countries and territories and is the recognised leader in the pizza category. Richard Wallis (Director of Operations) believes Pizza Hut is in a very exciting position. “At Pizza Hut we have over 30 years experience in building great franchise partnerships. We fundamentally believe in the power of a one-system approach to franchising. We have the strength of a global, national and local team in place to help continue to develop the Pizza Hut brand and enable our franchise partners to deliver operational excellence and ultimately build profitable businesses.” Pizza Hut takes franchise recruitment very seriously; the goal of our Partner Selection and Engagement Process is to form relationships that will benefit both the franchisee and the franchisor. We operate as one system, not two and we seek a network of successful partners; in particular we are looking for individuals who demonstrate the following: • A desire to be an owner operator • A belief in the brand • An entrepreneurial spirit • A high level of commitment to customer service • Vision and enthusiasm for the long term growth of their business
Great back-up Pizza Hut believes that quality training and support is the foundation for building
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your business as a franchisee. You will find our training and support system to be one of the most comprehensive in the industry. It includes: • Extensive training to provide you with the knowledge to operate your store • Access to proven systems, manuals and tools to build know-how • We have a network of franchise operations consultants who provide individual business consultations to our franchise partners and we have a support team of departmental experts based at our Restaurant Support Centre • National advertising campaigns including TV, radio and digital media • Ongoing new product development • Supply chain giant with the buying power of more than 6000 restaurants in Australia, New Zealand and across Asia • Competitive start up costs, ranging from $280,000 to $320,000
• Site identification and leasing assistance • Turn key developments • Comprehensive eight week onboarding program in addition to a two week post support program
i FRANCHISE INFORMATION Contact: Brett Jeffrey Email: au-pizzahut.franchising@yum.com Web: www.pizzahut.com.au/franchise
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Magazine Vending
Magazine Vending – high tech convenience A new generation in vending
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he latest generation of on the go consumers demand convenient, easy-pay, 24/7 retail opportunities. Magazine Vending is a logical solution that opens doors to a new vending network. After several years of intensive research and development, Magazine Vending opens a new market.
The future is now The high-tech, German built vending units are ready to be installed in key locations around the country. “The sky’s the limit with top-selling titles such as Woman’s Day, Dolly, Women’s Weekly, NW, Grazia, Wheels, FHM and other glossy, eye-catching titles on display and self-marketing in the machines,” Magazine Vending’s director says.
Every day nearly seven out of 10 people will do business with some kind of vending machine “The days of restocking the same machine with the same products is a thing of the past. With Magazine Vending you have a new product line week after week. “People just don’t have time these days to line up at their local store, especially when commuting on public transport. An average of one million trips are made to and from Australia’s train stations each weekday and while they’re waiting around platforms, or travelling, they often have plenty of time, and this is where both consumers and locations benefit from Magazine Vending.”
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and increases with new magazine titles released week after week, month after month. Your Magazine Vending business is a cash flow positive business. This means no stock payments, bad debts or wastage. Stock is sent to you on consignment therefore you only pay for what you sell. Your Magazine Vending kiosk works for you 24 hours a day seven days a week. Another amazing vending benefit is passive income. Regardless of what you choose to do with your time, your Magazine Vending machines are working for you all day, every day. Historically proven return on investment. The profit margins in selling this product are great. Add that to high foot traffic locations a business that works around the clock 24/7. Part-time or full-time. The choice is yours. You will never know financial security while you are trading time for money. Start your own Magazine Vending business part-time – then make your business pay for itself as it grows.
When your income meets or exceeds what you are earning now, you may consider converting from your current job to being your own boss. • You don’t have to be a vending or sales guru. • We look after everything from start to finish. Our team has existing relationships within the advertising, corporate sales and vending site locations industries nationally. • It’s also a great family business. Every day nearly seven out of 10 people will do business with some kind of vending machine – the fantastic potential for this business has only begun.
i FRANCHISE INFORMATION Contact: Magazine Vending Phone: 1800 686 997 Email: sales@magazinevending.com.au Web: www.magazinevending.com.au
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READ ALL ABOUT IT! Share in Australia’s billion $ magazine market – and enjoy the rewards, week, after week, after week. Get your hands on a glossy new Magazine Vending machine. With constantly changing, eye-catching covers, the magazines on display practically sell themselves. The retail sales of magazines have increased by more than 48 per cent over the last 10 years. Retail sales now register about 4.5 billion. The Australian Women’s Weekly is the most-read monthly magazine in Australia with sales over 2.5 million every month which is almost double the sales from the second most read magazine in the country. Woman’s Day, the most read weekly to 2.5 million.
There are literally thousands of locations available across the country. Traditional vending has been covered by many companies for over 60 years and the biggest question always is ‘where do you put them’? The director of Magazine Vending Australia says that to be successful in vending today you have to innovate logically and think out of the box and look at the way of the future. “A can of soft drink or packet of potato chips, the typical items in traditional machines, will always be the same week after week. At Magazine Vending we provide a whole new customer experience every week, with brand new gossip, news, features and fashion through our extensive range of over 80 titles,” he explained. Australians and visitors are ready for this service! Most products put into a convenience environment attract a convenience price tag giving higher pricing to the customers. With magazines it’s the same price at the supermarket or newsagency or through a magazine vending machine. These locations ‘without opposition or competition’, makes Magazine Vending the only company to provide this much needed service in this convenient consumer driven society without the extra price tag.
In fact, latest figures show that 6.4 magazines are sold every second in Australia – that equates to $1 billion of sales each year. Magazine Vending’s fully electronic European manufactured vending machine is set to capture its share of this lucrative and ever growing market. Not even the Internet has slowed down this culture of people wanting to physically get their hands on a glossy, eye-catching magazine. Train stations, airports and hospitals are a major source of location for Magazine Vending machines and upon purchase of a Magazine Vending System, one of these types of locations will be supplied to you or any location that you may request.
By becoming a machine owner of Magazine Vending you have the opportunity of investing in a comparatively low cost method of selling these products. You will also be investing in a low risk system which provides you with the ability to grow a large network of units, thereby creating real passive income. “The truth is that there is real financial independence available to you with Magazine Vending machines. They are unique, they carry products people want, they are not expensive, and people are attracted to them with their unprecedented consumer exposure and availability,” the Director said.
In regional and remote areas like holiday islands, mining and farm areas, Magazine Vending can provide magazines at the same price that these customers would pay at any retail outlet in Australia. It’s these places where people tend to have to spend time waiting for appointments, transport, classes etc. A good magazine always makes the waiting time much more pleasant.
Magazine Vending, features a high profile magazine portfolio of over 80 Australian titles including established favourites such as FHM, ZOO, CLEO, WOMAN’S DAY, COSMOPOLITAN, DOLLY, NW, WOMEN’S WEEKLY, TOP GEAR and many other popular titles to tailor-make the perfect Magazine Vending Machine for your location. In fact we have all the stats, foot traffic, and appropriate information at hand to ensure your Magazine Vending Machine’s success!
For further information please contact: sales@magazinevending.com.au or
1800 686 997
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sKids Australia
sKids Australia – safe kids in daily supervision Make children your career
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re you looking to work with children and make a difference? In 2010 the revenue of childcare services in Australia was more than $7.5bn – and it’s still growing. There is plenty of opportunity for people who want to make a career focusing on kids to build a successful business. Award winning Safe Kids in Daily Supervision (sKids) was founded in 1996, with continuous expansion accredited to a fun, learning, caring based program. We now offer out of school hours care at more than 70 schools across New Zealand and have just launched our Australian franchise. Vicki Prout, managing director, says “Our programs cater and suit the smallest school communities to the largest school communities. The flexibility in our model allows for the franchisee to be creative while they adhere to the structured programs that are on offer. “The generous and flexible hours of operating a sKids franchise creates that valuable work-life balance for franchisees, their families and their local communities.” The sKids environment is innovative, loved, educational and extremely special with great story telling and little people inspiring your day. The sKids model offers before and after school and vacation care. Before School Care programs operate from 7.30am daily. Breakfast is provided and activities include exercise sessions, quiet reading, board games, art and craft activities and homework (where necessary). After School Care consists of a healthy afternoon tea, homework session, free play, planned activities and quiet time. Planned activities are generally based on a
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sKids runs a fun, learning, caring program
weekly structure made up of art and craft, music and drama, sports and games, technology, and fun! Our programs have one staff member to every 10 children with a minimum of two staff on duty at all times. Ratios for excursions are 1:6 and for water activities 1:4. We ensure the safety of children by following our policies and procedures including, roll call, safety checklist, hazard log, taking head counts, recording incidents and accidents, and contacting parents immediately during emergencies. Staff who will supervise children are trained in first aid, behaviour management and food safety and health.
Make a difference Operating a sKids franchise is financially rewarding but more than that it is emotionally rewarding.
• Work with the kids in your area by providing structured supervision via OSHC • Build relationships with precious cargo - the kids! • Have fun, listen to stories, learn, laugh and cry! • Assist in growing confidence of the kids • Watch them develop and learn We are looking for business owners to share the sKids dream – if you think this business could be for you, then talk to the award winning team at sKids.
i FRANCHISE INFORMATION Contact: Vicki Prout Phone: 0439 803 078 Email: vicki@skidsaustralia.com.au Web: www.skidsaustralia.com.au
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Oporto
Oporto – takeaway that’s taking off For a franchise that’s going places, you’ve just gotta go Oporto
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ondi Beach, 1986: a time when fluoro was big, hair was bigger and budgie smugglers weren’t just for toddlers and those blokes that tell you to swim between the flags. It was just metres from the sand of Australia’s most iconic beach that a man by the name of Antonio ‘Tony’ Cerqueria was opening the doors of the very first Oporto store. With authentic grilled chicken burgers and secret recipe sauces inspired by the flavours of his Portuguese homeland, Tony’s business quickly gained a loyal following. Over the next 25 years the Oporto brand would grow from the single beachside store to become one of Australia’s largest and most successful food franchises, serving more than 15 million customers every year. And it’s not just Australians who are hooked on the authentic, unmistakable flavours of Oporto’s fresh-grilled chicken and sauces. Today Oporto has over 142 stores across Australia, New Zealand, China and the US.
Great taste of success Oporto’s General Manager, Jamie McKaughan, says the business will keep dishing up success. “Opening an average of 15 stores a year has ensured we’re one of the few brands to have been named among BRW’s Fast Franchises every year since 2004.” This continued growth is something that Jamie puts down to a number of factors. “Obviously it all starts with our product, and we’re as committed to providing our customers with high quality, great tasting food today as Antonio was when he started Oporto 25 years ago. “But we’re also committed to creating a real partnership-style relationship with our franchisees and providing them with a
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really high level of support across all areas of the business.” Jamie says they’re always on the lookout for motivated people to join the franchisee team and share in Oporto’s growing success. “We’re constantly reviewing new site opportunities, and can offer a number of great store formats in exciting locations throughout Australia.” Oporto has come a long way from the days of its first store on Bondi Beach, but the brand has always stayed true to its unique Australian culture and proud heritage, serving up authentic, fresh, great tasting food. And with ambitious plans for growth backed by a proven recipe for success, Oporto’s future looks brighter than ever.
Oporto by numbers • More than 15 million customers served every year • Over seven million Bondi burgers sold every year • Eight years running as one of BRW’s Fast Franchises
Service with a smile
• 142 stores across Australia, New Zealand, China and the US • More than 25 years of successful operation • An average of 15 stores opening each year If you’re a passionate, motivated and energetic person who’d like to be a part of this dynamic and proven Australian franchise, then contact us now.
i FRANCHISE INFORMATION Contact: Franchising Team Phone: 1300 727 129 Web: www.oporto.com.au
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An investment with the lot. We specialise in fresh-grilled chicken and burgers with the unique and authentic Oporto flavour. And have done so for over 25 successful years. That’s why if you’re looking to buy a franchise, Oporto is an opportunity you won’t want to miss. • Over 140 stores across Australia, New Zealand, USA and China, opening an average of 15 new stores p.a.
• Investment levels to suit a range of budgets, with food court, street front and drive-thru formats.
• More than 15 million customers served every year.
• We offer franchisees the highest level of support in all areas of the business.
• Opportunities available in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide and many regional locations.
• Listed in BRW’s Top 50 Fast Growing Franchises issue for the past 8 years.
To invest in this 100% Aussie-owned business, contact our Franchising Team on 1300 727 129 or visit oporto.com.au
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Fastway Couriers
Fastway Couriers – the friendly courier experts A fresh look for a bright future
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ith the online retail industry in Australia worth an estimated $28 billion annually, courier companies that have the capability to offer a reliable and cost-effective service are increasingly in demand. A team of dedicated courier franchisees, coupled with ongoing investment in leading edge technology solutions, ensures Fastway Couriers is poised to capitalise on this burgeoning sector, paving the way for continued growth in 2012 and beyond.
New look, new drive Laying the foundation for a bright future, the Fastway franchise network is set to benefit from a nationwide brand refresh, aimed at reinvigorating the business and encouraging growth opportunities for its 700-strong team of locally owned and operated courier franchisees.
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ongoing relevance of our brand and help us achieve our goal of becoming the preferred courier service provider to the online retail industry.” Underpinning Fastway’s revitalisation project is a desire to build a culture of
Refreshing our design will ensure the ongoing relevance of our brand and help us achieve our goal of becoming the preferred courier service provider to the online retail industry Fastway Australia chief executive, Richard Thame, says the refresh represents an exciting change to the way the company looks, and a renewed focus on its valued customers, with particular attention on Australia’s dynamic eCommerce industry. “We’re committed to investing in leading edge technology solutions that revolutionise the way we interact with our customers, particularly e-tailers looking for a tailored and integrated approach to their freight, from real time parcel tracking and API integration, through to web-based, electronic label printing applications that offer increased efficiencies. “Refreshing our design will ensure the
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embracing technology and operational excellence in which our people live and breathe our brand values; a culture that breeds personal excellence, company pride and a customer-centric approach.
Franchise opportunities As the proud winner of more than 41 franchise and industry awards including the highly coveted Franchise System of the Year, Fastway Couriers currently has a number of exciting opportunities available. If you’re motivated, customer-focused and ready to own your own business, visit our website www.fastway.com.au or phone 1300 FASTWAY.
Technology is driving the Fastway business
i FRANCHISE INFORMATION Contact: Fastway Couriers Phone: 1300 FASTWAY Web: www.fastway.com.au
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Make your last mile the very best To stay ahead of the pack and really deliver, you need a freight service provider who has the tools and experience to get you over the line. Up to $1,500 coverage*
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*Conditions apply. Fastway Couriers (Australia), ABN 38 057 389 769. This business is independently owned.
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SumoSalad
SumoSalad – healthy eating on the run Join the fat-fighting fast food mission
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umoSalad is the brainchild of two Aussie mates, Luke Baylis and James Miller, who visualised a healthy, delicious and affordable fast food chain after spending a couple of years in the US surrounded by super sized, fat and sugar rich lunch-time meals. They received a rude shock upon their return home, to find Australians were rapidly heading down the same nutritionally destructive path. That Australia needed a healthy, affordable fast food chain was confirmed for Luke and James with a glance around the standard Australian food court, boasting the same lard laden fast-food brands as the US. It was clear that Aussie consumers needed more access to healthier foods – they needed more of the green stuff. The idea for SumoSalad was born. SumoSalad was conceived on the notion that fast food didn’t have to mean sacrificing large, filling eating on the run. It was a unique lunchtime concept: a fast food outlet with made-to-order salads that were nutritious and delicious. The business first opened its doors to Sydney CBD workers in 2003 and flew directly in the face of the multinational fast food chains dominating the ‘snatch and grab’ lunch rush. Customers loved the concept and it wasn’t long before patrons were queuing out the door and down the street for their fat-fighting healthy lunch.
A greener future Fast forward to 2012: SumoSalad now has 78 franchisee stores and six companyowned stores in Australia. There are two stores in New Zealand and Master Franchise territories in the UK, UAE and Singapore, with further expansion planned for Indonesia and Malaysia.
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The SumoSalad concept
The goal is to have 150 outlets in Australia and New Zealand in the next four years and there are plans for kiosk, in-line, cafe concept and small express locations in high footfall areas such as regional shopping centres, high performing subregional shopping centres, strip malls, airports and entertainment precincts. With this extensive growth strategy, now is the perfect time to come onboard as a new franchisee. What better time to exercise your entrepreneurial skills while taking advantage of buying into a business that has a successful track record and one that supports you every step of the way, with a dedicated team of professionals at head office. Our expert team is on hand to provide in-depth training, advice on business planning and forecasting, marketing support and even help with recruitment. SumoSalad is Australia’s most successful healthy fast food franchise and we’re on a mission to find recruits who want to be part of the solution to the growing obesity crisis. We believe in partnership, that motivation, excitement and commitment
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between head office and the stores are the foundations of success. It is this partnership mindset that has enabled SumoSalad to grow and expand into the internationally recognised brand it is today. Come join us, the future is looking green!
i FRANCHISE INFORMATION Contact: Graham Streeter Phone: 02 9569 7866 Email: graham@sumosalad.com Web: www.sumosalad.com.au
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healthy prof its! Healthy fast food ood phenomenon SumoSalad is s now recruiting & we’re looking for energetic & passionate franchisees to o join the team. If you’re hungryy for success & have ave what it takes to dish up our delicious food, od, then we want YOU! Great franchising opportunities are available right now! Contact Graham on 0418 870 920
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Ink on the Run
Ink on the Run – accelerating opportunity An environmental, cost conscious door-to-door service
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nk on the Run provides a personalised door-to-door service refilling or replacing ink and toner cartridges to both homes and businesses. It has a strong environmental focus, a complete range of cartridges for all home and office printers, and a money back guarantee for customers whether cartridges are refilled, original or compatible. Printer consumables is a growing market with nearly every home and office having at least one printer. The need for this business became evident in 2000 with numerous requests by clients for a quality refill service for inks and toners. A mobile service was provided and within a few short weeks proved to be both profitable and effective, and with the introduction of our refilling techniques we were able to mobilise and run a clean and efficient operation. The concept was so well received there was evidently need for a franchise system. The franchise system launched in November 2002 and now has franchisees in Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Northern NSW, Sydney, Victoria, South Australia and New Zealand. What really sets an Ink on the Run franchise apart is not only the broad customer base but the low start up costs, low ongoing costs and lifestyle rewards from a home-based business.
The benefits Ongoing training and support is crucial to the success of any franchise system and Ink on the Run takes this very seriously. Printers and the consumables are constantly changing so one of the most important elements in such a dynamic
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market is research and development. The Ink on the Run research and development team continually keeps abreast of the latest changes, and uses the secure online forum to ensure that franchisees are kept up to date with products, technologies and refilling techniques. Good quality products and costs are negotiated with suppliers, and this, along with ongoing marketing campaigns
In the last year every one of Ink on the Run franchisees up for renewal renewed their contract promoting the benefits of Ink on the Run’s value proposition, ensures that Ink on the Run franchisees can remain competitive in the market. A good way to assess franchise opportunities is to look at how many current franchisees renewed their original franchise agreement when it expired. “In the last year every one of Ink on the Run’s franchisees up for renewal renewed their contract: the main reasons are that franchisees can see the potential of the mobile franchise and
print consumable market. Franchisees have the potential to make greater income and maintain a desirable lifestyle,” said Anthony Davis. Ink on the Run encourages franchisee expansion and sees it as a “win-win” situation for both the franchisee and the franchisor. “Through the expansion and growth of the franchise, Ink on the Run continues to grow in popularity by reaching a bigger market. In turn, as the brand grows franchisees will have the benefit of more work. One of the other benefits is that a more easily recognised franchise system can attract a premium upon sale.” We currently have an “accelerate” package at no extra cost available in certain key franchise areas which includes a dedicated marketing campaign to get the right franchisee up and running.
i FRANCHISE INFORMATION Contact: Anthony Davis Free call: 1800 INK RUN (465 786) Email: sales@inkontherun.com.au Web: www.inkontherun.com.au
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A Bright Future… Awaits You with Australia’s Leading Mobile Ink Franchise
Proven System Low Entry Cost Strong Cash Flow
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1800 ink run (465 786) • www.inkontherun.com.au
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Coco Cubano
Coco Cubano – espresso + chocolate + tapas + cocktail Bringing a taste of Cuban passion to Australia
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oco Cubano is a café/bar committed to bringing a fresh, positive change to the Australian café scene, offering a unique dining and drinking experience. It is a concept proving popular with customers and communities, drawing on elements from vibrant Cuban culture, with an emphasis on inviting people to linger for hours and really escape from the daily grind. Coco Cubano is the destination for a premium espresso, breakfast, delicious bar snacks, tapas, couverture hot chocolate and inspired cocktails into the night. With a license and extended opening hours, the café/bar brings customers a revolutionary offering, throughout the day and night.
Tony and Avril Melhem with Cameron Kenna
The revolutionary team Coco Cubano was founded in 2008 by Tony Melhem, current deputy chair of the Franchise Council of Australia, and his wife Avril, who were inspired by the café/bars of Cuba and recognised the commercial viability of a similar model in Australia. Tony sums up the Coco Cubano difference: “We have a loyal customer base, and everybody is treated like family. At Coco Cubano, we’re all about the passion.” Tony and Avril have over 10 years experience in the hospitality industry, including owning and managing three successful Gloria Jean’s café franchises. Alongside them, Coco Cubano also benefits from the strong business experience of executive director, Cameron Kenna. Cameron has more than 15 years experience creating and running successful companies with both national and international footprints, and in 2006 his business was ranked at number 40 in the BRW Fast 100 list.
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Cocktails, coffee and chocolate are all on the menu
up their very own café/bar in other metro and regional areas. Bringing this special Cuban experience to more Australian centres is a key goal for Tony, Avril and Cameron; to share the fresh and exciting offering with people from all different areas and backgrounds. With ongoing support for franchisees, the team wants to help more individuals realise their dreams of becoming business owners. Already Coco Cubano has two confirmed franchises set to open in early 2012 in Melbourne and in Sydney, with others to follow. “We’re proud of our proven business model,” says Tony. “We have some exciting AAA grade sites on offer, with multiple store growth opportunities at the moment. We’re looking forward to meeting more of the high calibre franchisees out there.” In 2012, Coco Cubano has some exciting plans to expand the brand and continue to build its customer fan base. As new franchises launch across the country, Coco Cubano will be adding to its much-loved menu with some tasty new cocktail and tapas options to surprise and delight customers. Coco Cubano can be found on Facebook and on Twitter, @CocoCubano, always talking to fans and running special giveaways and competitions. To find out more about joining the Coco Cubano revolution, visit www.CocoCubano.com.au
Coco Cubano is a distinctive brand
Coco Cubano currently has three outlets in Sydney, and has recently opened its doors to franchisees wanting to start
i FRANCHISE INFORMATION Contact: Cameron Kenna Phone: 1300 094 764 Email: franchise@cococubano.com Web: www.CocoCubano.com.au
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Nanotek
Nanotek – making ‘cool cars’ your business Drive your own mobile car cleaning franchise
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hey say doing what you like is freedom, but liking what you do is happiness. So if you love cars, you’ll relate to the driving force behind mobile car cleaning franchise, Nanotek. This Australian franchising sensation launched in Sydney in 2004 and has since taken on the world with operations in over 15 countries. Nanotek’s exclusive technology in combination with its mobile service delivery model has created an entirely new market segment – car wash delivery. “Imagine the freedom and lifestyle of having your own mobile business and working from home – being able to clean a car anywhere and offer your clients the highest quality service at their home or office. This is the business reality of a Nanotek franchisee.” says franchisee development manager, Adam Stone. Going from traditional water washing to liquid polymer nanotechnology is a massive paradigm shift, but the results speak for themselves, and it certainly appears that the big players are listening. Nanotek holds the national contract for providing car cleaning services for Qantas Valet, handles product launches for all of Australia’s major car manufacturers and looked after the requirements of Ford, Holden, Hyundai and Suzuki at this year’s Australian International Motor Show. “We get to do some really cool stuff. Every day is different and fun,” says Adam.
Going global Already with a strong presence in both Europe and the Middle East, Nanotek is now targeting key developing markets for the introduction of the service, starting with Russia.
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The Nanotek HQ Team Before and after
“Russia is a huge market for us. We launched in May 2011 and are already ranked in the top five most popular franchises in the country,” says Nanotek CEO, Jim Cornish. “Being global means our system has been tested across a range of cultures and climates – from the freezing winters of Russia, to the searing heat of Saudi Arabia. Our Aussie franchisees not only have the benefit of the international head office being in Australia, but also the benefit of our experience from around the world,” explains Jim.
Support system Nanotek’s global experience and scale enables it to offer its Australian franchisees pricing, technologies, alliances, experience, expertise and systems beyond the reach of purely domestic franchise systems. One of the newest franchisees under the Nanotek banner is Ian Franke, based in
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Camden, NSW. As a former police officer Ian was attracted by the combination of lifestyle and business potential that the Nanotek business model offers. “I’m my own boss but I have an extensive support system behind me. I can choose my own hours and work my business around my family,” says Ian. “I wake up in the morning excited and actually looking forward to the day. I’ve bought a piece of land with my wife and we’re just about to start building a house on it to raise our children. I’m also looking at purchasing a second territory and taking more of a management role in my business.” Exclusive Nanotek territories are now available throughout Australia.
i FRANCHISE INFORMATION Contact: Franchise recruitment manager Phone: 1800 Nanotek (626 683) Web: www.nanotekcarcleaning.com.au
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Esquires Coffee Houses
Esquires Coffee Houses – exciting new franchise Wow, talk about Super Woman!
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eryn Leighton never dreamt as a graduate with a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Hobart that a move to the mainland would take her to Lithgow and the beginnings of what has been a ride to retail success with Retail Food Group (RFG). Following the initial purchase in 1999 of Donut King Lithgow, she has gone on to own and operate a bb’s cafe, two Michel’s Patisserie stores and most recently Keryn was offered the opportunity to convert her bb’s cafe Tweed City to an Esquires Coffee Houses Franchise. Keryn says “After nine years of operating bb’s cafe, rebranding was a good option for me. We wanted to provide our customers with a unique experience, quality products and 100 percent organic Fairtrade coffee. We strongly support the principles of Fairtrade and the Esquires system allows us to make a difference.” “Since the conversion, I have found within the Esquires system an untapped revenue stream in the form of a comprehensive and consumer relevant cold beverage menu. We also serve an extensive range of hot beverages using organic Fairtrade coffee and offer a great quality food menu, plus free WiFi with any purchase.” A typical day for this super woman will include an early rise at 6am – first the school drop off for her two children and then the business day will begin. Keryn explains “I run my own accountancy company from home but I’m in daily contact with my management team and approximately 50 staff. I work in the stores as needed and pride myself on being available to my staff at all times.
Life changing “The transition from bb’s cafe to Esquires was seamless, the ongoing support from
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RFG has been fabulous and I have closely monitored the feedback from my loyal customers. This is the first Esquires outlet in Australia and RFG are very proactive in assisting me with solutions as soon as any issues have cropped up. I’m very happy to report that feedback has been positive and sales are up. “Becoming a multi-store owner in the food retail business has certainly changed my life. If there was any advice that I could offer to prospective franchisees it is this: look for a company that has experience, one that can offer ongoing training and support but also gives you options for your future. I started with one Donut King 12 years ago and have since gone on to own four successful businesses under the one RFG banner.” The future is looking bright for Keryn and her husband Gary; their second Michel’s Patisserie outlet in Orange opened in November and Keryn is actively on the lookout for yet another RFG outlet. Esquires Coffee Houses is the newest
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addition to the Retail Food Group’s 1150 strong franchise family, and roll-out is beginning across Australia. RFG has also purchased the system for New Zealand which already has 47 Esquires outlets. RFG is Australia’s largest multi food brand franchisor with over 1150 outlets including Donut King, Brumbys Bakery, Michel’s Patisserie, Esquires Coffee Houses, bb’s cafe and Big Dads Pies brands.
i FRANCHISE INFORMATION Contact: Faith Manning Phone:1800 067 619 Email: faith@rfg.com.au Web: www.rfg.com.au
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SuperGeek
SuperGeek – dependable support Mobile IT and computer maintenance
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hen Mick Davey started his company in 2003 on the Gold Coast he had no idea how quickly the business model would take off. Before long the SuperGeek brand had expanded to Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast and Toowoomba. Now the network has spread interstate with franchises in Coffs Harbour, Sydney and Melbourne. Expansion to Adelaide and Perth is in the pipeline in the next 12 months. What’s the success of SuperGeek? We thought we’d let some of our franchisees tell their story.
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We had planned a move into the IT industry for quite some time and had thoroughly researched all the options available to us. What tipped the scales in SuperGeek’s favour were the great branding and the great systems in place, allowing us to work the business from day one. Now we know the potential of this business as we won the franchise of the year 2010.
time high and this is only the beginning. Anyone who comes onboard and adopts the ethics and systems of this successful franchise could only be excited by the potential this business model offers.
Master franchisee Chris Moffatt
Geoffrey McGrath, Stafford
Since the day I bought my individual business in Queensland I have been in love with the brand and what it stands for. Subsequently I have bought a second franchise and then found myself responsible for the Queensland region as master franchisee. I am immensely proud of the fact that I have been part of the SuperGeek team for nearly five years and have helped to build it to the business it is today. SuperGeek’s business and brand awareness is at an all
I have been working in the service industry for over 20 years, as a manager of outlets in national companies or managing the store on the corner – but always in the public eye. I have always wanted my own business and to set my own standards of customer service. I attempted to set up my own business but the transition from employee to selfemployed was a tough challenge. When I looked at the SuperGeek business model, the standards of
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customer service delivery, market branding and company structure were aligned to the standards I would aspire to in my own business. Where else was I going to find an established branded model, a business in a box? In all my 20 years of being in business I had never seen a system that just works like the SuperGeeks’ model. Ultimately as a franchisee you are responsible for your own business but by following the SuperGeeks’ model I turned over more than $200,000 in my first year.
i FRANCHISE INFORMATION Contact: Mick Davey Phone: 13 GEEK (13 4335) Email: franchise@supergeek.com.au Web: www.supergeek.com.au
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Become a and join Australia’s Number #1 I.T. Support franchise! Business is all about relationships. Supergeek franchisees care about providing dependable support to their extensive client base, creating a reliable income stream for themselves with our highly developed, easy to operate and fun business model. The company is driven and focused to provide a solid stream of convenient support solutions to home computer users and the SME sector. To ensure sustainable and fast paced business growth, our new franchise owners are supplied with a comprehensive start-up and support package. Including active help in setting up business, on the job training at commencement and practical guidance from their own completely independent and experienced business coach. A Supergeek Franchise offers low start up costs and challenging opportunities for open-minded, dynamic and enthusiastic franchisees to the mobile IT and computer maintenance industry.
A Super Geek franchise offers: Low start up costs Highly developed systems Comprehensive support Ease of operation Challenges and rewards Fun and friendly environment
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Flowers by Fruit
Flowers by Fruit – delectable bouquets Fresh fruit and chocolate make a delicious business opportunity
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lowers by Fruit is a Sydney based company that creates a wide range of edible fresh fruit and chocolate fruit bouquets. Fruit sourced from local markets is used to create imaginative and delicious works of art. The business was set up in 2006 and is the brainchild of Tania Katsanis, who after years in the marketing industry was inspired to start her own business. In the beginning Tania worked long days, taking on the roles of entrepreneur, fruit artist, receptionist, courier and cleaner for the enterprise. Fast-forward to 2012 and Flowers by Fruit is a thriving business employing three fruit artists, three drivers and an administrator.
Business philosophy The Flowers by Fruit philosophy is simple: to offer the best customer experience from start to finish. This is done by only making to order using the best available fruit and delivering the delectable gifts using our own refrigerated Flowers by Fruit vans.
Awards • 2008 – Winner of True Local Business Awards – Best Specialty/Gift Store • 2008 Winner of True Local Business Awards – Best Local Business • 2008 Finalist – Local Business Awards – Specialty Gifts • 2009 Winner – Local Business Awards – Specialty Gifts • 2009 Winner – Business Achiever Awards – Best Specialty/Gift shop • 2009 Winner – Business Achiever Awards – Energy Efficiency
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• 2009 Winner – Employee Excellence • 2009 NSW State Finalist – Business Champions Awards – Best Gift Service • 2010 Winner – Local Business Awards – Antiques, Arts, Crafts & Gift Store • 2010 Winner – Business Achiever Awards – Best Specialty Store & Services • 2010 Winner – Business Achiever Awards – Energy Efficiency Award • 2010 Winner – Business Achiever Awards – Best Local Business
Although now well established, Flowers by Fruit is ready for the next level, keen to establish ourselves as the pioneers in edible fresh fruit arrangements and to become a nationally recognised brand. The best way to do this is to recruit franchise partners who share the passion to deliver happiness via our gorgeous creations. In 2012 Flowers by Fruit is offering two models of franchises: EGGS and Creation Centres. Edible Gift Gurus (EGGs) are franchisees who dedicate their time to developing sales in an exclusive area. A Creation Centre franchise is then responsible for creating and delivering these delicious products within their region.
Community focus Flowers by Fruit is committed to giving back to the community and helping good causes. For instance, the franchise donates all fruit not used in creating the bouquets to Oz Harvest to help feed the less fortunate and regularly donates to the RSPCA and provides bouquet arrangements for charity events. Flowers by Fruit also tries to be as environmentally friendly as possible by minimising rubbish and recycling. Tania was very proud to win the Business Achiever Awards for energy efficiency in both 2009 and 2010.
i FRANCHISE INFORMATION Contact: Tania Katsanis Phone: 1300 767 325 interstate: 02 9750 3772 Email: Tania@flowersbyfruit.com Web: www.flowersbyfruit.com
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Silver Chef
Silver Chef – rent-try-buy The gold standard in franchise equipment funding
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ilver Chef has catapulted itself to the forefront of the franchise industry, scooping the FCA Supplier of the Year Award for 2011. James Scurr, national franchise manager, explains why. “Although we have been in the franchise industry since 1986, we only launched our Franchise Accreditation product in 2011, which offered something unique to the franchise industry.” Accreditation helps solve two of the most common hurdles in the franchise industry – access to funding and attracting quality franchisees. Accredited franchise systems can offer current and prospective franchisees pre-approval for funding with Silver Chef.
Funding for franchisees Often, the best franchisee may not have the necessary funding to purchase the business. However committed and experienced they might be, these potential franchisees may not be willing to put their personal assets on the line. Silver Chef’s pre-approved funding solves this problem.
Avoiding budget blowout Franchisees with young restaurant franchises often underestimate how much working capital is required to keep the business afloat in the first year. Budgetary blowouts are the biggest contributor to business failure in the first 12 months of operation, and the situation is exacerbated if valuable working capital has been tied up in depreciating assets such as hospitality equipment. The Silver Chef Rent-Try-Buy® Solution allows business owners to ensure adequate working capital is available when these costs arise.
Expansion and equipment To remain competitive, franchisors need to be continually evolving and the RentTry-Buy® Solution makes it easier to
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Danielle Tinworth, James Scurr and Dan Toms from the Silver Chef franchise team
encourage franchisees to invest in essential new equipment. Silver Chef can tailor a package which will ensure a high uptake within your network.
Surviving tough times All businesses face lean times. Silver Chef can help keep your business up and running when things get tough. The Silver Chef RentTry-Buy® Solution is designed to enable businesses to achieve their long term goals by keeping options open and preserving their hard earned working capital. With the Rent-Try-Buy® Solution, you are not locked into a long term contract – it is a 12 month rental agreement. This gives your business the flexibility to: • Purchase the equipment at any time during the first 12 months and receive a 75 percent rental rebate • Return the equipment at the end of the 12 month agreement • Continue to rent – and continue to reduce your purchase price • Upgrade if your business has outgrown the original equipment Financing with Silver Chef means you don’t have to outlay huge amounts of capital on equipment that may not be right for you.
Maintain your equity To grow and expand an operation, business owners need equity in their business. Traditional financing includes long term leases and working capital tied up in depreciating assets. A lease is ‘on balance sheet’, effectively reducing business owners’ equity and their ability to borrow in the future. With The Silver Chef Rent-Try-Buy® Solution, this is no longer the case. The solution offers businesses a 12 month rental contract, and because renting is ‘off balance sheet’ like salaries or electricity; business owners can acquire the hospitality equipment they need without reducing their equity or their ability to borrow. With over $140 million in equipment currently in the market, Silver Chef is leading the way in equipment financing and plans to continue helping Australian franchisors and franchisees reach their business goals.
i FRANCHISE INFORMATION Contact: James Scurr Phone: 07 3335 3377 Email: jscurr@silverchef.com.au Web: www.silverchef.com.au
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Telechoice
Telechoice – reap the rewards Longevity is the key to franchisee success
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ike a fine wine, franchise businesses mature with age, according to TeleChoice founder and CEO Ehab Abdou. Franchisees who continue to invest time and resources in their businesses will reap the rewards over the long term, and more than justify their initial outlay in start-up costs. Ehab doesn’t speak without authority. He is the CEO of a successful telecommunications franchise model with 154 retail locations Australia wide, and more than 20 percent of franchisees who have been in business for eight years or more. “The key to longevity is passion and a willingness to help others whenever needed,” Ehab says. “TeleChoice engenders a culture of support, a culture which has significantly contributed to the ongoing success of franchisees around the country. We consider all our franchisees as family, and offer an open support system that will help them to grow.” TeleChoice’s strong franchise model and caring support network is what attracted Western Australia’s Mike and Angie Lukan to the company in their search for a business to help their meet their financial and lifestyle goals. The Lukans had reviewed a number of business models in their banking careers, and TeleChoice stood out. “Mike did some work with TeleChoice while he was with the National Australia Bank, and he was really impressed with their business model,” Angie said. “What drew us to TeleChoice was the opportunity to run our own business autonomously, yet have access to a proven support network dedicated to helping your operation succeed. TeleChoice has always supported us in our time of need, whether it
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Telechoice’s long term franchisees enjoying Las Vegas
has been with point of sale materials, new sales techniques or knowledge about the mobile phone industry.” The relationship has stood the test of time. The Lukans have been at the helm of their Carousel (WA) retail outlet for 12 years now, and are TeleChoice’s longest existing franchisee. Ehab believes TeleChoice’s wide support network is only one element to the success of long term franchisees like the Lukans. His tip is to be passionate about your work. “Find out what you love doing. If you don’t look forward to going to work each day, you have no hope of success,” he says. No task – even keeping up-to-date with the latest industry trends and ideas – is too mundane for people who are passionate about what they do for a living. Work, according to Ehab, is not a job but an opportunity to indulge a passion, and this enthusiasm has
contributed to the continued success of their businesses over the long term. Business success, particularly in the fast moving telecommunications industry, doesn’t come overnight. Owners who put in time to build relationships with customers and the local community, devote time to staff training and keep abreast of changes in the industry; they are the ones whose businesses will grow, often even beyond expectations Ehab says. Building loyal customers takes both time and resources, but mature businesses are reaping the rewards of their commitment to their local communities.
i FRANCHISE INFORMATION Contact: Nader Seifen Phone: 03 8699 2555 Email: franchise@telechoice.com.au Web: www.telechoice.com.au
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Hairhouse Warehouse
Hairhouse Warehouse – Franchisor of the Year It’s easy to see why Hairhouse Warehouse is Australia’s franchisor of the year
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s Australia’s fastest growing group of hair care and beauty salons, Hairhouse Warehouse continues to set new benchmarks on systems, training and ongoing support. Since the first store opened in 1992 at Knox City Shopping Centre in Victoria, Hairhouse Warehouse has grown to more than 130 salons Australia-wide. It now employs over 1000 qualified hairdressers and plans to expand to more than 250 stores in Australia and internationally over the next five years. It’s quite a story.
A Hairhouse Warehouse store
A proven model Hairhouse Warehouse is one of Australia’s leading franchise groups with a winning business model. This year it has won many prestigious awards including: • 2011 FCA Established Franchisor • 2011 BRW Most Successful Private Business One of the most attractive features of the Hairhouse Warehouse business model is the level of flexibility it provides franchisees. Not only do franchisees have an in-store salon and an extensive range of professional hair care and beauty products, they can diversify their revenue streams by providing additional beauty services such as body piercing, eyelash extensions, spray tanning, nails and waxing. As Hairhouse Warehouse general manager Arthur Mitroulous puts it, looking for new opportunities is crucial to the company’s continued growth and success. “The strength of our franchise model is that it allows franchisees to diversify their salon offering and therefore their revenue streams. With online shopping booming, services generate consistent revenue,” says Arthur.
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Strong systems and support The training program for aspiring franchisees is structured to balance systems and processes with practical hands-on training. In the vital first year of operation, franchisees complete a 12-month accredited management program designed to equip them with the key business skills needed to achieve success. New franchisees are also mentored on a one-to-one basis by a member of the operations team, ensuring all business tools are in place. But training doesn’t stop there. Hairhouse Warehouse offers ongoing training, national advertising and local area marketing support. Tony Lattouf, co-founder and director of Hairhouse Warehouse, says it’s absolutely critical that all stores are successful. “This means every single one of our franchisees is important and we ensure we have in place the best systems to support our award-winning people,” says Tony. The head office marketing fund ensures franchisees enjoy national advertising
FCA Established Franchisor 2011
exposure across broad mediums such as retail catalogues, TV, radio, magazines, press and online. Our advertising and marketing campaigns are coordinated to ensure maximum exposure during key retail trading periods. Regional operations managers provide franchisees with ongoing support in generating awareness and sales for their store at a local level.
i FRANCHISE INFORMATION Contact: Dean Salomone, national franchise manager Phone: 0451 370 060 Email: deans@hairhousewarehouse.com.au Website: www.hairhousewarehouse.com.au
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Everything you need to succeed in franchising on a single page. You might as well throw the rest of this magazine away. At Hairhouse Warehouse, we’re all about serious growth. Not only were we named ‘FCA Established Franchisor of the Year 2011’ but we’ve been listed in BRW’s ‘Fastest Growing Franchises’ 6 years in a row. In fact, our complete list of business awards wouldn’t fit on one page. And as all our current franchisees know, our support team’s expertise will help you keep customers coming through the door. No wonder Hairhouse Warehouse is Australia’s fastest growing brand in the haircare and beauty industry. With opportunities in NSW, QLD, SA and WA available, give Dean a call today on 0451 370 060, or email franchising@hairhousewarehouse.com.au
WINN NNER Established Franchisor of the Year 2011 - WINNER Franchisor Social Responsibility 2011 - WINNER WINN NNER RUNNER UP Excellence in Marketing 2011 - RUNNER
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Mason Sier Turnbull
Mason Sier Turnbull – the legal experts Widely recognised as one of Australia’s leading franchising law firms, specialising in franchising for more than 25 years
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e advise franchisors, franchisees and suppliers to the franchising sector on all aspects of franchising. We act for many new and emerging franchise systems and a multitude of business entrepreneurs who have invested in franchise businesses. We have solid relationships with reputable and professional franchise consulting and accounting firms which allows us to confidently refer our clients to specialists for advice and services that are traditionally outside what law firms can offer.
Our experience: Our dedicated team of lawyers has significant experience in relation to: • Franchising Code Compliance • Drafting of Franchise Agreements, Disclosure Documents and ancillary documentation • Establishment of new franchises and drafting relevant documentation • Sales and purchases of franchised businesses • Sales, purchases and restructuring of franchise systems • Managing franchisee sign up process • Importing and exporting franchise systems to and from Australia • Information technology agreements for franchisors • Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) compliance (including dealing with the ACCC) • Strategic planning and advice (including asset protection) • Multi-tiered franchising options (including master franchising)
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John Sier
Raynia Theodore
• Advice and registrations of trademarks and other intellectual property • Capital fundraising • Dispute resolution Mason Sier Turnbull is a member of the Franchising Council of Australia and our lawyers regularly attend the International Franchise Association conferences in the US. The key players in our franchising team are well known both within Australia and around the world.
The key players in our franchising team are well known both within Australia and around the world John Sier focuses on the commercial aspects of franchising and has helped many clients, both non-franchised and franchised businesses, in the sale and acquisition and export processes. John has participated as speaker at International Franchising Association events and has played a lead role in developing the firm’s legal alliances in China, the US, the UK and New Zealand. He has strong associations and
Philip Colman
networks in these countries with law firms specialising in franchising. Raynia Theodore focuses on the establishment and growth of domestic and international franchise systems and her extensive client base includes many household brand names. Raynia has taught the legal aspects of franchising in the Diploma of Franchising curricula and regularly has articles published. Philip Colman has been practising in the franchising sector since 1981 and is widely regarded as one of the most experienced franchising lawyers in Australia. Philip’s practice focuses on the bigger picture issues facing franchisors and franchisees. As an accredited specialist in commercial litigation and mediator on the Office of Mediation Advisor’s mediator’s panel, Philip has been involved in some of the more complicated and higher profile disputes that have occurred in franchising over the years.
i FRANCHISE INFORMATION Phone: 03 8540 0200 Email: mst@mst.com.au Web: www.mst.com.au
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Red Rock Noodle Bar
Red Rock Noodle Bar – fresh and tasty Passion and commitment are on the menu
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ed Rock Noodle Bar is a successful chain of franchised Asian-inspired noodle restaurants located within South-East Queensland. The chain launched in 2006, and now boasts 12 locations throughout the region. The plan is to continue expanding within the major growth areas of Queensland, including the Gold Coast, Toowoomba, Logan, Ipswich, Central and North Queensland.
Tasty options The team at Red Rock Noodle Bar pride themselves on their healthy, 97 percent fat free noodle dishes. Flavour is never compromised within the cooking process, which relies on fresh, quality ingredients. “Customers are demanding healthy choices within the quick service restaurant sector and our brand and product offering ensure that we are meeting their needs, while also delivering a great tasting and fulfilling product,” says Phil Colburn, managing director. Any customer walking into a Red Rock Noodle Bar restaurant will see the fresh ingredients on display at the counter. This reinforces the message of a healthy menu and gives customers confidence when selecting their dish. “It is an exciting time within our business as we are seeing a strong move to healthier lifestyle choices throughout the community. Red Rock Noodle Bar is a brand that can leverage this trend,” says Phil.
Franchise support Another key feature of the brand’s success is the commitment to marketing. “We have built a strong foundation of loyal customers and our focus will not only be to these
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customers but also to those who are trialling our products for the first time”, explains Jenni Booth, marketing consultant. The summer television campaign launched across South-East Queensland, highlights the brand’s 97 percent fat-free claim and showcases the fresh, high quality ingredients. “Television provides a great medium to visually depict our fresh products to both existing and new customers. The use of television has been an exciting step within the brand’s development,” says Jenni Booth. The management team appreciates that the brand’s success is contingent upon the success of every one of its franchisees and has dedicated resources that support the franchisees, ensuring delivery of its strong commitment to training of both new and existing business owners. “We have developed and put in place support, resources and procedures to ensure that every franchisee has the best possible opportunity to excel in every aspect of their business,” states Phil. Red Rock Noodle Bar corporate values 1 Adopt a family mindset in our relationship with all stakeholders 2 Be open and transparent in our dealings 3 Never forget the importance of satisfying our customers 4 Commit to agreed upon performance benchmarks and do not accept less 5 Passion and commitment are nonnegotiable and fundamental attributes of all team members The year 2012 and beyond will see the Red Rock Noodle Bar brand evolve and grow into a well recognised household name that is synonymous with great tasting and healthy Asian-inspired noodles.
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Phil Colburn with Rebecca and Brendan at Springwood
i FRANCHISE INFORMATION Contact: Phil Colburn Phone: 1300 4Red Rock (1300 4733 7625) Email: admin@redrocknoodlebar.com.au Web: www.redrocknoodlebar.com.au
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Crackmasters
Crackmasters – Masters in pavement maintenance Seal your financial success
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ormed in 2009, Crackmasters was created through 35 years in the asphalt and pavement industry. The business offers quality solutions to all pavement maintenance requirements. We are leading the way by offering a variety of innovative products and services including: • asphalt and concrete repairs, • colour non-slip resurfacing, • non-slip treatment for timber decking, • driveways, • carparks, • roads, • paths, • trip hazard removal, • rejuvenating tennis/sports courts (rubberised non-slip surface, resurfacing, and team colours). Our outstanding reputation is based on customer satisfaction and the deliverance of the high quality products and services that we have on offer. Our customers include schools, shopping centres, councils, private and commercial.
What makes us different? We offer an innovative service which is a personal approach to pavement maintenance. Our reputable products are a highly beneficial selling point for franchisees aiding efforts in growing a strong and successful customer database.
Franchise opportunity At Crackmasters we are dedicated to working with you to establish a mutually-beneficial partnership. Owning a Crackmaster franchise will provide you with multiple opportunities including:
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• Outdoors lifestyle and work / life balance (flexible hours) • Mobile: massive commercial appeal to the government industry • Financially simple with strong cash flow • Cost effective techniques and simple technologies providing a huge competitive edge • Strong support, effective, extended training – a professional by your side for first few weeks at the outset • Building your own business equity
Crackmasters offers innovative products and services
This is a ground-floor and innovative opportunity - there is huge market potential with commercial accounts already in place. We’re growing fast and as a Crackmasters franchisee, we look forward to working with you to grow the brand and our presence within this industry.
What we are looking for in a franchisee? We are looking for people who are: • Willing to commit to the Crackmasters brand and share the same goal as the others in the Crackmasters franchise network which is to continue to grow, represent and support the brand • Passionate and motivated to achieve the goals set out by the Crackmasters team • Possess the skills and ability to operate a business efficiently and effectively • Willing to go the extra mile to grow their own business using the proven systems developed by the Crackmasters team
i FRANCHISE INFORMATION Contact: Vicki Prout Phone: 0439 803 078 Email: vicki@sherpagroup.com.au Web: www.crackmasters.com.au
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Matchmaking Find the right franchise for you
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hen you invest in a licensed or franchised business, time on your hands won’t be an issue. As Smartline’s top franchisee, Cathy Anderson says “Initially you have to be prepared to work a six day week and you’ll probably never have worked harder.” But this doesn’t mean you can’t achieve a great lifestyle. At Topfranchise.com, a website run by market survey firm 10 Thousand Feet, franchisee satisfaction levels are measured each year. For 2011 Smartline came top in lifestyle satisfaction, thanks to votes of confidence from its franchisees who undertake the online survey on which the awards are based. Anderson says “People do bandy the term lifestyle around and people have this vision that by being self-employed they will have a lot of freedom.” Franchising gives you freedom of flexibility in your working hours, perhaps working around children, she says. But as part of the package you have to have commitment and a passion to achieve. “You have to be fairly focused. You are going to get flexibility out of your day but couple the
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flexibility with commitment because without that, you’ll be stressed because you’re not making money.” Having it all is possible, Anderson insists, as long it’s understood that nothing comes without hard work. “You can have everything you want and more, a sense of ownership and whatever you
You need to give careful consideration to... your partner, your children, your hobbies and your personal and business goals choose you can have if you have the passion to make it happen. If you think it’s a shortcut to achieve a good income, it’s not. Do it for the love.” Vicki Prout, head of the Sherpa Group, says the definition of lifestyle will vary from franchisee to franchisee, and may not match the franchisor’s understanding of the word either. “It may be one of these factors: Is it time related? Is it financially driven? Is it internal or external rewards based? Is it about praise on a regular basis?”
Getting it right Franchisees need to align their personal expectations with the reality of a franchise system and the opportunities there
are either for expansion or for a more hands-off role. As Kim Davies, franchise development manager for beauty franchise Brazilian Butterfly, says, doing the homework before committing to a franchise investment is essential. “It is very important for prospective franchisees to undertake their own thorough due diligence before entering into a franchise. As a prospective franchisee, you need to give careful consideration to all of the other important aspects of your life, your partner, your children, your hobbies and your personal and business goals and identify how much you are really prepared to commit to your business. “Take time to create a realistic business plan that will help you to identify your staffing needs and how much time you will need to devote to your business, particularly during the very important establishment phase. Then, prepare a list of all of the really pertinent questions and ask, not just the franchisor, but also as many existing franchisees as you can.”
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Phone: 02 9415 5300
Contact: Dean Salomone,
Contact: Phil Colburn
Contact: Graham Streeter
Phone: 1300 4Red Rock (1300 4733 7625)
Phone: 02 9569 7866
Phone: 0451 370 060
Email: admin@redrocknoodlebar.com.au
Email: graham@sumosalad.com
Email: deans@hairhousewarehouse.com.au
Web: www.redrocknoodlebar.com.au
Web: www.sumosalad.com.au
Email: info@anytimefitness.com.au Web: www.anytimefitness.com.au
Cafe2U
National Franchise Manager
Website: www.hairhousewarehouse.com.au
Contact: John Stanton
Silver Chef
SuperGeek
Phone: 1300 223 328
Ink on the Run
Contact: James Scurr
Mick Davey
Email: franchises@cafe2u.com.au
Contact: Anthony Davis
Phone: 07 3335 3377
Phone: 13 GEEK (13 4335)
Web: www.cafe2u.com.au
Phone: Freecall 1800 INK RUN (465 786)
Email: jscurr@silverchef.com.au
Email: franchise@supergeek.com.au
Email: sales@inkontherun.com.au
Web: www.silverchef.com.au
Web: www.supergeek.com.au
Coco Cubano
Web: www.inkontherun.com.au
Contact: Cameron Kenna
sKids
Telechoice
Phone: 1300 094 764
Magazine Vending
Contact: Vicki Prout
Contact: Nader Seifen
Email: franchise@cococubano.com
Phone: 1800 686 997
Phone: 0439 803 078
Phone: 03 8699 2555
Web: www.CocoCubano.com.au
Email: sales@magazinevending.com.au
Email: vicki@skidsaustralia.com.au
Email: franchise@telechoice.com.au
Web: www.magazinevending.com.au
Web: www.skidsaustralia.com.au
Web: www.telechoice.com.au or phone.
Contact: Vicki Prout
Mason Sier Turnbull
Snap-on Tools
Phone: 0439 803 078
Phone: 03 8540 0200
Contact: Nick Hudson
Email: vicki@sherpagroup.com.au
Email: mst@mst.com.au
Phone: 1800 762 766
Web: www.crackmasters.com.au
Web: www.mst.com.au
Email: nicholas.hudson@snapon.com
Esquires Coffee Houses
Nanotek
Contact: Faith Manning
Contact: Franchise recruitment manager
Solutions Franchising Group
Phone: 1800 067 619
Phone: 1800 Nanotek (626 683)
Contact: Tony Maddock
Email: faith@rfg.com.au
Web: www.nanotekcarcleaning.com.au
Phone: 03 9428 1088
Crackmasters
Web: www.snapontools.com.au
Web: www.rfg.com.au
Email: info@solutionsfranchising.com.au Oporto
Web: www.solutionsfranchising.com.au
Fastway Couriers
Contact: Franchising team
Contact: Fastway Couriers
Phone: 1300 727 129
StayClean Hands
Phone: 1300 FASTWAY
Web: www.oporto.com.au
Contact: Luis Nevares
Web: www.fastway.com.au
Phone: 1300 769 967 Pizza Hut
Email: info@staycleanhands.com.au
Flowers by Fruit
Contract: Brett Jeffrey
Web: www.staycleanhands.com.au
Contact: Tania Katsanis
Email: au-pizzahut.franchising@yum.com
Phone: 1300 767 325
Web: www.pizzahut.com.au/franchise
interstate: 02 9750 3772 Email: Tania@flowersbyfruit.com Web: www.flowersbyfruit.com
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