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Confidentiality Agreement The undersigned reader acknowledges that the information provided by [YOUR COMPANY NAME] in this business plan is confidential; therefore, reader agrees not to disclose it without the express written permission of [YOUR COMPANY NAME]. It is acknowledged by reader that information to be furnished in this business plan is in all respects confidential in nature, other than information which is in the public domain through other means and that any disclosure or use of same by reader may cause serious harm or damage to [YOUR COMPANY NAME]. Upon request, this document is to be immediately returned to [YOUR COMPANY NAME]. ___________________ Signature ___________________ Name (typed or printed) ___________________ Date This is a business plan. It does not imply an offering of securities. 1.0 Executive Summary 1 Chart: Highlights 3 1.1 Objectives 3 1.2 Mission 3 1.3 Keys to Success 3 2.0 Company Summary 3 2.1 Company Ownership 4 2.2 Start-up Summary 4 Table: Start-up 4 Chart: Start-up 5 3.0 Services 5 4.0 Market Analysis Summary 5 4.1 Market Segmentation 5 Table: Market Analysis 6 Chart: Market Analysis (Pie) 6 4.2 Target Market Segment Strategy 7 4.3 Service Business Analysis 7 4.3.1 Competition and Buying Patterns 7 5.0 Strategy and Implementation Summary 7 5.1 SWOT Analysis 8 5.1.1 Strengths 8 5.1.2 Weaknesses 8 5.1.3 Opportunities 8 5.1.4 Threats 8 5.2 Competitive Edge 8 5.3 Marketing Strategy 8 5.4 Sales Strategy 9 5.4.1 Sales Forecast 9 Table: Sales Forecast 9 Chart: Sales Monthly 10 Chart: Sales by Year 10 5.5 Milestones 11 Table: Milestones 11 Chart: Milestones 11 6.0 Management Summary 11 6.1 Personnel Plan 12 Table: Personnel 12 7.0 Financial Plan 12 7.1 Start-up Funding 12 Table: Start-up Funding 12 7.2 Important Assumptions 13 7.3 Break-even Analysis 14 Table: Break-even Analysis 14 Chart: Break-even Analysis 14 7.4 Projected Profit and Loss 14 Table: Profit and Loss 15 Chart: Profit Monthly 16 Chart: Profit Yearly 16 Chart: Gross Margin Monthly 17 Chart: Gross Margin Yearly 17 7.5 Projected Cash Flow 18 Table: Cash Flow 18 Chart: Cash 19 7.6 Projected Balance Sheet 19 Table: Balance Sheet 20 7.7 Business Ratios 20 Table: Ratios 21 Table: Sales Forecast 1 Table: Personnel 2 Table: Profit and Loss 3 Table: Cash Flow 4 Table: Balance Sheet 5 1.0 Executive Summary [YOUR COMPANY NAME] [YOUR NAME] [YOUR ADDRESS] [YOUR CITY], [YOUR STATE/PROVINCE] [YOUR ZIP/POSTAL CODE] Phone: [YOUR PHONE NUMBER] Email: [YOUR EMAIL@YOURCOMPANY.COM] Introduction The long-term goal of [YOUR COMPANY NAME] is to provide high quality shipping, mailbox rental and copy/print/fax services, to the residents of [YOUR CITY], [YOUR STATE/PROVINCE] through a proven and well established [INSERT NAME] franchise. [YOUR COMPANY NAME] will acquire a franchise license from [INSERT NAME] in order to deliver these services. [INSERT NAME] has a long history of excellent customer service and through effective marketing and company policy adherence; it has become the No. 8 franchise in [YOUR COUNTRY]. [YOUR COMPANY NAME] will be a start-up [INSERT NAME] shipping depot in a designated market area reserved by the [INSERT NAME] Corporation. [YOUR COMPANY NAME] became the dream of [YOUR NAME] several years ago. After retiring from Verizon Communications in New York City, [YOUR NAME] moved to [YOUR STATE/PROVINCE] with his wife to enjoy his post-employment years. A few years went by and [YOUR NAME] began to search for a way to enjoy their retirement while still contributing to the workforce they have spent a combined 54 years enduring. [YOUR NAME] began seeking out an out of the box solution that would allow him to realize his goal. [INSERT NAME] was the answer, the #8 franchise in the country would provide the [YOUR NAME] with a proven business and purchasing a franchise would eliminate the trials of a traditional start-up. [YOUR NAME] had been with Verizon for 28 years and during the last six years he served as manager for a 3-4 million dollar budget. As manager he had up to 14 associates under him and honed his skills as a leader and financial expert. During his time as manager his departments' budget had never overspent. His wife, [INSERT NAME] also spent 25+ years with Verizon and served as an information manager for field technicians. In this position she was responsible for disseminating pertinent information from the headquarters to agents in her service area. Location [YOUR COMPANY NAME] is headquartered in [YOUR CITY], a picturesque city located in [YOUR STATE/PROVINCE]. The Company [YOUR COMPANY NAME] is a shipping and mailbox depot concept that offers the highest quality services and a reputation to match. The Company's owner [YOUR NAME] have established the necessary corporate structure to house the [INSERT NAME] franchise. The C Corporation, [YOUR COMPANY NAME] will operate under the [INSERT NAME] banner as a shipping, mailbox rental, and print/copy/fax services center in [YOUR CITY], [YOUR STATE/PROVINCE]. The franchise guidelines dictate that the Company will have a predefined service area for itself, to ensure adequate clientele and potential revenue. The Company will lease the facility that will serve as the franchise location. Our Services [YOUR COMPANY NAME] will operate an [INSERT NAME] franchise and provide the usual list of services. These services include: providing shipping services and materials, mailbox rental as well as copy, fax and printing services. The Market [YOUR COMPANY NAME] will focus on its designated market area in [YOUR CITY]. Franchise guidelines dictate that each franchisee have a specific area of market share. The formula has been set up to ensure that each location avoids direct competition from one another. Thus, [YOUR COMPANY NAME] has been given a slice of the [YOUR CITY] market to serve. Financial Considerations The current financial plan for [YOUR COMPANY NAME] is to obtain grant funding in the amount of $450,000. The grant will be used to purchase a franchise license, lease the building and equipment and etc. (for a more detailed list please refer to milestones table) The major focus for grant funding is as follows: 1. The Company is a minority owned business; 50% woman owned business 2. Institute and launch a program to provide free packaging and pick-up services to the elderly 3. Hire employees; the Company will look to hire veterans, minorities and the unemployed Chart: Highlights 1.1 Objectives To provide the highest quality full service shipping services To increase the number of transactions served by 20% per year through superior performance Develop a sustainable service-based company, surviving off its own cash flow. 1.2 Mission [YOUR COMPANY NAME]'s mission is to provide the customer with whatever type of shipping needs they may have. The Company will exist to attract and maintain customers. When it adheres to this maxim, everything else will fall into place. [YOUR COMPANY NAME]'s services will exceed the expectations of its customers. The Company will also provide a unique service to the elderly community, by offering free pick-up and packaging services from its location. 1.3 Keys to Success Excellent customer service to encourage client retention Expeditious shipping and packaging services Adherence to the [INSERT NAME] franchise guidelines - a proven method 2.0 Company Summary [YOUR COMPANY NAME], soon to be located in [YOUR CITY], [YOUR STATE/PROVINCE] and will be a full service shipping agency. Services will include shipping, packaging of items, international shipments, copy, fax and printing services and private Mail Boxes. 2.1 Company Ownership [YOUR COMPANY NAME] is a [YOUR STATE/PROVINCE] Corporation, founded by [YOUR NAME]. 2.2 Start-up Summary The table below represents the start-up costs associated with [YOUR COMPANY NAME]. The Company will lease the location for $1,609 per month or $19,308 per year
