TECH HERO Franchise Opportunities Why a franchise? • 95% success rate - franchises report a success rate of 95% - 80% of all businesses fail in the first five years but 75% of all franchises succeed! The E-Myth Revisited by Michael Gerber. • 97% in business after 5 years - In a study of 366 franchise companies, nearly 97% were still in business after 5 years. Arthur Anderson & Company • 86% under same ownership after 5 years - 86% of franchises opened within the last five years were still under the same ownership and 97% of them were still open for business. United States Chamber of Commerce Why technical services? • Old Software: more than 40% of computer systems have "obsolete, redundant and unused" software. • Installation Problems: about 30% of computer software will be installed incorrectly the first time. • Viruses and Malware: Trend Micro World recorded 11,953,235 computer malware infections. • Network Security: 20% of small businesses lack sufficient network security • Network Security: 60% of small businesses lack sufficient wireless networks security Tech Hero • USA registered Franchisor • Privately held • Headquarters: Orlando, FL • Lead by industry experts - Technology, Sales, Service • Our Mission: - To be the Global Leader in premium, branded on-site Tech Support Services for small and medium size businesses • Our Strategy: - To develop an international network of business owners and promote alliances with strong trading partners Tech Hero • Advantages - Territory and Business Ownership - International Brand Marketing - International Business Management Training - Career Opportunities - Practical training in advanced technologies - Proprietary software and management tools - Cross-selling services Tech Hero Opportunities • Regional Manager • Recruits Local Managers • Monitor Operations at Regional level • Assist Local Managers and Franchisees • Local Area Manager • Recruit new franchisees • Monitor operations at Local level • Assist Franchisees • Franchisee • Recruit new technicians • Develop a profitable business • Recruit new customers Example: • Regional or Area Manager - Buys territory for US$100,000 • receives 50% of franchise fee/unit • receives 50% of royalty income/unit • directly helps franchisee start and successfully manage the unit • Franchisee - Buys 1 Unit for $25,000 • receives marketing materials and business management support • receives company software, network support, tools, and other products Example: • Regional Manager sells one unit • Receives $12,500 in franchise fees • Receives royalties on sales after the unit opens • Opens 8 units to recover initial investment - 8 x $12,500 = $100,000 franchise fees • Royalty Income - 8 x $30,000 = $240,000 royalty income • 1 Unit sales volume = $1,000,000 (est.) • 6% royalty = $60,000 / 50% = $30,000 Tech Hero Training • Business Management Training and Coaching • Technical Training and Certification - Owners must have technical training - All technicians must be certified • Hands-on practical training - Participate in field work - Solve real-world problems - Gain practical on-the-job experience Tech Hero Marketing Support • Extensive on-line library of - Brochures - Cards - Direct mailers - Accessories - Artwork - Print Advertising - Video Advertising - Presentations Tech Hero Software • Proprietary software to manage the business - Inventory Management - Product Ordering - Customer Relationship Management - Marketing Tools - Cost Control Tools - Technician Scheduling - Operations Reports - Financial Reports Tech Hero Benefits: 1. Encourage business development • Tech Hero provides First-class business plans, marketing and management support to promote business development 2. Encourage advancements in technology • Tech Hero provides technical skills training - Online study programs - Classroom study programs Tech Hero Benfits: 3. Provide investment opportunities • Tech Hero offers many investment opportunities - Regional Tech Hero Offices - Tech Hero Districts - Tech Hero Franchises 4. Develop job markets • Tech Hero creates business and technical jobs - Business managers - Office managers - Experienced technicians - College graduates - Technical workers Tech Hero Benfits: 5. Develop training programs • Tech Hero creates work/training programs • College students get experience • Businesses get experienced workers • Schools earn referral fees* • Managers and Franchisees learn • Business skills • Marketing skills • Customer Service skills Tech Hero - has a comprehensive growth plan - has a strong business plan - has a superior marketing package - Wants to help innovative, hard working entrepreneurs create highly successful and profitable businesses! Will you join us?