Fact Sheet Concept
Specialty Coffee retail
Key People
Simon O’Brien – Lava Carts founder
Qualifications Required
There are no formal qualifications needed to be a Lava Carts franchisee – you just need a passion for people and quality coffee.
Business Established
Lava Carts was established in 2008.
Franchising Commenced
The first franchise rights were granted in December 2011.
Training Provided
All Lava Carts franchisees receive an initial training package, as well as ongoing training and support. You will also receive a detailed operations manual depicting all systems and procedures, and staff information book.
Marketing Support
Marketing support will be given throughout the term of your franchise term, including national marketing campaigns and assistance with local area marketing.
Marketing Campaign Examples
View or download recent marketing campaign examples on this page.
Our Customers
Coffee lovers throughout Australia.
Capital Investment Required
$180,000 plus GST minimum
Finance Options
Franchisees are encouraged to source their own finance
Number of Units
6
Franchise Agreement Term
5 years plus 5 year options
Sites / Territories Available
Nationwide particularly South East Qld, Melbourne and Perth
Units Outside Australia
N/A
FAQ
View or download the Lava Carts FAQ sheet on this page.
Page 1 of 2 Information provided by Lava Carts and correct as of 6/8/13 - while all care is taken, information should always be confirmed with franchisor. To contact Lava Carts, call Simon O'Brien at 0458 202 649 or send an email to manager@lavacarts.com.au
www.franchisebuyer.com.au
Fact Sheet Lava Carts Lava Carts offers specialty espresso coffee and freshly made accompaniments. The company’s vision is to position the finest coffee possible into strategic locations delighting the customer and retailer in terms of satisfaction and success. A coffee cart strategically placed at the front entrance of a busy regional hospital proved a winning formula for the original Lava Cart and founder Simon O’Brien. Today the latest in design innovation has upgraded the cart to a modern and functional shopping centre kiosk whilst maintaining the grass roots cart like qualities of cost consideration and position. This winning formula means the Lava carts franchise package is a fraction of the cost of competitors with no compromises on quality. Lava Carts currently have excellent high profile opportunities in super and major regional shopping centres, particularly in Qld, Victoria and WA. Having signed up its first six franchises in the last 18 months Lava Carts has erupted onto the national stage with a vibrant difference. Discover the substance behind the Lava Carts brand. As a Lava Carts franchisee you get the opportunity to build a business using a tried and tested method, you’ll have the peace of mind knowing you are in business for yourself but not by yourself, have access to help with all aspects of the business from quality control to sales and administration, full training when you start and ongoing training throughout the business, group buying power in terms of supply of goods and advertising and the confidence in knowing you are part of a bigger network of people with like minded common goals and objectives. With an established brand, a quality offering and backing from a team of experienced professionals, you can rest assured that with some dedication and hard work from you end, you can fulfil your dream of owning a successful business.
Page 2 of 2 Information provided by Lava Carts and correct as of 6/8/13 - while all care is taken, information should always be confirmed with franchisor. To contact Lava Carts, call Simon O'Brien at 0458 202 649 or send an email to manager@lavacarts.com.au
www.franchisebuyer.com.au