PMA vs Pro Energy Consultants Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of PMA vs Pro Energy Consultants including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
PMA Franchise
Pro Energy Consultants Franchise
Investment $43,300 - $70,000$45,000 - And Up
Franchise Fee $30,000$29,900
Royalty Fee 10-8%-
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 1985-
Year Franchised 1998-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee $5K-


Business Experience Requirements
 
PMA Franchise
Pro Energy Consultants Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
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    Financing Options
     
    PMA Franchise
    Pro Energy Consultants Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees Yes/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/Yes-/-
    Payroll No/Yes-/-

    Training & Support
     
    PMA Franchise
    Pro Energy Consultants Franchise
    Training -Step 1 - several distance learning curricula Step 2 - 4 days and nights of hands-on, onsite start-up training in Cleveland. Step 3 - 8 modules of follow-up reinforcement training
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Internet, Field operations/evaluations-
    Marketing -We'll teach you exactly how to approach potential referral sources, show you what they look for in an energy auditor, and give you the tools to not only effectively create these critical relationships but to maintain them long-term as well. You will learn the skills you'll need to measure and manage your marketing efforts from a financial standpoint. And you'll gain professional insight into choosing market specific advertising venues that may be unique to your territory.
    Operations 20% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 2

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed.

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    Expansion Plans
     
    PMA Franchise
    Pro Energy Consultants Franchise
    US Expansion -Yes
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About PMA

    Since 1985, Personalized Management Associates (PMA) has been putting representatives in an assortment of positions in the retail, eatery and administration enterprises, including store/branch, midmanagement, specialized, corporate and official levels.

    PMA is the only Franchisor in the USA of an Executive Search Chain specializing in the recession resistant niche markets of restaurant, hospitality and retail management. Featuring: Double Digit Operating Margins, Quick Cash Flow Ramp Up, Multiple Revenue Streams, Strong Training, Guidance and Support, Protected Territories, Quality of Life and the Lowest Initial Investment in the Staffing Industry.

    About Pro Energy Consultants

    Save Green, Go Green
    You can be successful in just about any industry if you're willing to work hard enough. But it is much easier to be successful in an industry in which the demand is growing, the need is proven and the competition is scarce.
    At Pro Energy, we're committed to positioning our franchisees to take advantage of one of the most significant economic trends of today and tomorrow. With oil, gas and electric prices shooting ever skyward and the American public becoming more "Green" conscious than ever before, pundits predict that energy and environmental businesses have some of the biggest potential for growth in the years to come. We've all become familiar with phrases like "ground floor opportunity" or "to make real money you got to get in early".
    Today, Pro Energy franchisees are uttering those same phrases and reaping the rewards of their vision - a vision they share with everyone at Pro Energy - that energy and energy costs are not a passing concern. With the state of the economy, the state of our energy reserves, and the state of our environment, the new American awareness of energy usage is here to stay. Our franchisees are building thriving businesses and enjoying unparalleled success.