Single Unit Franchising Brochure 2017-2018 BEAUTY GROUP
What is TAYLOR & COLT? Taylor & Colt is a one-of-a-kind male grooming experience that strives to provide males with comfortable and convenient grooming they NEED, WANT and DESERVE. Canada s first barberspa concept, traditional barbershop with the pampering of a spa complete with grooming room Opened first store in Royal Bank Plaza, Toronto in 2013 Services offered include: haircuts, shaves hot towel treatments, colouring, styling, hair waxing, manicures, pedicures, massage Retailing high quality professional salon grade men s products and world famous brands Complimentary newspapers, magazines, coffee, juice bar, ipads, wireless access at our espresso bar A relaxing upscale atmosphere with reasonable prices for men and boys The concept was developed in 2010 by Trade Secrets, Growing rapidly across Canada. New store Taylor & Colt Michigan USA, 2015 2
Male Grooming is Booming For men, looking and feeling good has never been so attractive and Toronto, Ont.-based Taylor & Colt BarberSpa is cashing in. Men are tired of horrible haircuts, rushed appointments and loud, crying kids disrupting what should be a relaxing escape from the pressures of everyday life. You won t find any of these annoyances at Taylor & Colt BarberSpa s flagship location in the heart of Toronto s Financial District, which has been delivering one-of-a-kind grooming and spa services to men since its grand opening eight months ago. Most men are going to unisex salons where they feel awkward and don t get the high-quality service, comfort and convenience they deserve, says Doug Warren, director of franchising for Taylor & Colt. The response from clients since Taylor & Colt opened in the Royal Bank Plaza earlier this year has really affirmed that men love being pampered and indulged. The barberspa combines an old-english barbershop vibe especially since it has revived the dying art of the straight razor shave with spa services, manicures, pedicures and registered massage therapy (which will soon be added to the company s offerings). Modern amenities, a complimentary espresso bar, daily business newspapers and a TV monitors tuned to financial news add to the relaxing and masculine ambiance. Salon-professional products are available for purchase, letting men easily recreate their salon look at home. By offering such a wide variety of services, Taylor & Colt is catering to the guy that considers his appearance to be a key component of a healthy lifestyle, Warren says. Taylor & Colt is a one-stop-grooming-shop made by men for men. Even BeTheBoss.ca has noticed concept s niche targeting and upscale service at reasonable prices, specifically naming the Taylor & Colt as a salon gaining traction in the marketplace right now. Canada s male grooming industry, which was worth an estimated $2.9 billion in 2009, is exponentially growing and Taylor & Colt is ready to capitalize on changing consumer preferences with franchising partners in cities across Canada and the United States. Old has met new at Taylor & Colt and it s changing the game one haircut, straight razor shave and spa appointment at a time. With 11 Taylor and Colt Barbers spa now open and 20 in development, Taylor and Colt is Canada s fastest growing all male barbershop franchise chain. ABOUT TAYLOR & COLT Taylor & Colt BarberSpa, a division of GS Beauty Group, is a Canadian company proudly owned and operated by Canadian entrepreneurs. It combines the services of a traditional men s barbershop with the pampering of a spa in an upscale salon environment built for today s professional man. By purchasing a Taylor & Colt franchise, you ll be investing in a 26-year-old parent company with a proven record of success in the beauty retailing and salon industry.
Quick Facts Male grooming in Canada is a multi billion dollar market Concept developed by Trade Secrets, Canada s leader in beauty retail Prime AAA locations now available across Canada This can be hands off investment and cash flow opportunity with multiple store opportunities We have 30 years in the salon industry The market is underserviced No experience required, we will train! Single & Multiple Unit, and area franchises available 12 Taylor & Colt locations now open with 20 in development 4
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Shawn Sarin Taylor & Colt, Commerce Court I got into the barber business because I like to make people feel and look thier best. Taylor & Colt seemed to have the right concept. So far it has been a great ride and I can see myself opening up some more locations. Franchise support has been great from the start. 6
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Franchise Investment Breakdown Franchise Fee $35,000 (CAN) Royalties 6% Ad fund 1. 5% ( ad fund pools funds from the franchisees and funds regional and national advertising campaigns to build the brand and drive sales ) Design, Leaseholds & Construction approximate $230,000 90% financing available (some conditions apply) Construction costs will vary depending on size of location and type of location, the higher range costs only apply to special stores or special projects. Opening product inventory Working Capital Will Vary Depending on the type of location Approx. $10,000
Location opportunities Street Locations Power Centres Indoor Major Malls Financial Districts Office Towers Airport & Hotel Locations 9
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Your Next Steps 1. CONTACT DOUG WARREN AT 1.888.264.7444 EXT.115 or email franchising@gsbeautygroup.com 2. COMPLETE AN APPLICATION 3. BOOK AN APPOINTMENT OR TELECONFERENCE 4. BOOK A VISIT FOR ORIENTATION AT our head office Ask Yourself Are you making what you are worth? Are you ready to be your own boss? Are you interested in a ground floor opportunity with unlimited potential? Would you be interested in multiple cash flow opportunities? Do you want to leverage the experience of a national franchisor? Financing Program Taylor & Colt franchise is eligible for up to 90% financing for leaseholds and equipment. (some conditions apply) 11
BEAUTY GROUP EXISTING LOCATIONS TAYLOR & COLT CANADA ONTARIO GTA CENTRAL Royal Bank Plaza, North Tower Commerce Court Simcoe Place 777 Bay Street GTA NORTH Promenade Mall ALBERTA Calgary Airport OTTAWA AREA Rideau Centre BRITISH COLUMBIA Uptown Mall TAYLOR & COLT USA MICHIGAN Ann Arbor Rochester Hill Village TRADE SECRETS CANADA ONTARIO GTA CENTRAL 1398 Yonge and St. Clair Dufferin Mall Eaton Centre Holt Renfrew TD Centre Hudson s Bay Centre 777 Bay Street GTA NORTH Hillcrest Mall Promenade Mall RioCan Colossus Centre Vaughan Mills GTA EAST Eglinton Square Fairview Mall Markville Mall Oshawa Shopping Centre Pickering Town Centre Scarborough Town Centre SmartCentres Pickering SmartCentres Whitby North GTA WEST Sherway Gardens RioCan Centre Burloak Bramalea City Centre MISSISSAUGA Erin Mills Town Centre Heartland Town Centre Square One Sheridan Mall HAMILTON AREA Eastgate Square Lime Ridge Mall SmartCentres Ancaster Burlington Mall SmartCentres Burlington NEWMARKET Green Lane Centre Upper Canada Mall CAMBRIDGE Cambridge Mall GUELPH Stone Road Mall KITCHENER Fairview Park Mall Kitchener Sunrise PC LONDON Masonville Mall White Oaks Mall OTTAWA AREA Barrhaven Market Place Bayshore Shopping Centre Kanata Rideau Centre SmartCentres Orleans SUDBURY RioCan Centre Sudbury WINDSOR Devonshire Mall NIAGARA The Pen Centre QUÉBEC Carrefour Angrignon (Lasalle) Champlain Mall (Brossard) Le Carrefour Laval Les Promenades St-Bruno Les Rivières (Trois Rivières) GLAMOUR SECRETS GS BEAUTY BAR CANADA ONTARIO GTA CENTRAL Commerce Court Simcoe Place Vaughan Mills Union Station MISSISSAUGA Heartland Town Centre HAMILTON Eastgate Square OTTAWA St. Laurent Mall LONDON White Oaks Mall BRITISH COLUMBIA Chilliwack GLAMOUR SECRETS CANADA ONTARIO Niagara NEWFOUNDLAND LABRADOR Avalon Mall ALBERTA CrossIron Mills NEW BRUNSWICK Champlain Place 12