Definitely Needlepoint is a franchise opportunity in the growing art of needlepoint. Many clients are interested in owning their own needlepoint store but don't know where to begin. Definitely Needlepoint provides site selection, initial setup, inventory, marketing programs including classes and social events, and a financial model. Their goal is to launch an initial franchise campaign, identify two potential franchisees for next year, and expand to ten additional franchises in their second year.

1. Definitely NeedlepointA Franchise Of The Future Your Name Thelma Bean Zola Waddoups A. Marie Leatham

2. A Natural Franchise The art of needlepoint has never been more popular than it is today Many of clients are interested in their own store, but do not know where to begin All franchises would be individually owned and operated

3. Year-to-Year Comparison Our first year was profitable Our second year was significantly better

4. Sales Increase by Category

5. Sales Increase by Quarter

6. What We Provide Site selection and initial setup consistent with our mission statement Inventory and product selection Detailed marketing program based on: Classes of all types A variety of social events Financial model

7. The Next Steps Create detailed financial proposal including funding requirements to launch franchise campaign Identify at least two potential franchisees for next year Expand to ten additional franchises in second year