IslandTime Treasures vs HempE Distribution Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of IslandTime Treasures vs HempE Distribution including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
IslandTime Treasures Franchise
HempE Distribution Franchise
Investment $11,000 - $26,350$148
Franchise Fee $7,500N/A
Royalty Fee 10%-
Advertising Fee 2%-
Year Founded 20112014
Year Franchised 20122015
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee N/A-


Business Experience Requirements
 
IslandTime Treasures Franchise
HempE Distribution Franchise
Experience

*Total net worth requirement $75,000 *Marketing skills *Must enjoy being around kids and giving out lots of smiles!

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Financing Options
 
IslandTime Treasures Franchise
HempE Distribution Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
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Equipment -/--/-
Inventory -/--/-
Receivables -/--/-
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Training & Support
 
IslandTime Treasures Franchise
HempE Distribution Franchise
Training

*Online 4 Hours (Prior to Initial Training) *At corporate headquarters location 2 Days

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Support

*Purchasing co-operatives *Newsletter *Regional/national meetings *Toll-free telephone line *Grand opening *Internet support *Field operations & evaluations *Lease negotiations

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Marketing

Ad slicks

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Operations

*Absentee ownership of franchises allowed *Average number of employees a franchisee would need to run a typical franchised unit 1-2 *The franchise can be run from home.

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Expansion Plans
 
IslandTime Treasures Franchise
HempE Distribution Franchise
US Expansion YesYes
Canada Expansion --
International Expansion YesYes

Company Overviews

About IslandTime Treasures

Much like Build-a-Bear Workshop - We make school and church fundraisers, events, fairs, weddings, and parties a truly unforgettable experience by providing a unique, hands-on art experience for folks of all ages that are as entertaining as they are educational. Our affordable sand impression art experience provides the ability for a customer to build their own treasure utilizing our mobile sandboxes. Our affordable ($10 - $40 per item average) sand impression art experience provides the ability for a customer to build their own treasure in three short steps: Step 1 - They choose a treasure form in a variety of shapes and sizes, or use their hand or footprint. Step 2 - They decorate the treasure sand impression with island bling, including shells, sea glass, rocks, or tons of other cool items. Step 3 - We pour in our special Island Mud. 15 minutes later... voila! Their project is done and ready to go! The IslandTime Treasures franchise opportunity is available in two business formats, depending on your business needs and goals. Franchise investment levels start at an affordable $15,900 and include a comprehensive startup kit that has everything you need to begin scheduling events and making money. - Mobile Unit Enjoy the freedom of a part-time home based business to make money! IslandTime Treasures owners (aka Island Guides) provide our unique product experience for birthday parties, events, fairs, school and church fundraisers, plus many other venues. Mobile unit owners receive a minimum protected territory of 200,000 in population. Mobile unit operators can also grow sales in their territory through the ownership of additional retail kiosks and cart units. - Kiosk & Cart Generate more revenue with the addition of a cart or kiosk! For resorts, camps, theme parks, zoo's, malls, and other public venues, our retail fixed kiosks or mobile carts are "customer magnets" and can provide excellent incremental income. IslandTime Treasures kiosks and carts are customized to fit your facility and can be operated part-time or year-round, depending on your requirements. Kiosk and cart locations do not receive a protected territory and are restricted to doing retail business at the installed location.

About HempE Distribution

"HempE

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the world?
Do you believe in the power of nature to heal our bodies and the environment?
Would you like to provide natural solutions to people and their pets?
Many clients have expressed that they can not live without our products, they've experienced such significant benefits!
Join us in supporting 18 other small Canadian businesses.
We have created our own little economy to support farmers and creators in the industrial hemp industry.
For $148, receive up to $152 worth of products. You choose the products
This is a one-time investment. There will never be any renewal fees or other requirements to maintain your Enthusiast account.
You will never be obligated to a monthly auto-ship, or any minimum requirements whatsoever. 

There are four ways you can grow your business:
  1. Online - Share your affiliate link to products, recipes, and blogs/vlogs. 
  2. Setup at farmers markets or trade shows to share the products (for best results, offer samples and have inventory on hand to sell on the spot)
  3. Organize presentations in your community and share the value of hemp with others! 
  4. Earn commissions from other Enthusiasts with our unique two-tier affiliate program
As an Enthusiast, we provide you with:
-Resources
-Tools
-Training
-Support
-An Affiliate Website (which doesn't cost you a dime)