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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Executive Care vs Keepsake Companions including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $99,650 - $169,900 | $57,671 - $116,521 |
Franchise Fee | $44,900 | $33,721 |
Royalty Fee | 5% | 5% |
Advertising Fee | - | 2% |
Year Founded | 2004 | 2009 |
Year Franchised | 2012 | 2012 |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
Renewal Fee | - | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | Optimistic Strong management and/or marketing sales backgrounds Readiness to learn and a passion to succeed. A minimum net worth of $200,000 to $300,000 and at least $100,000 liquid capital available for investment into the business Able to work long hours Not afraid of financial risks Supporting spouse and/or family Exceptional time-management skills and ability to multi-task Commitment to the mission, principles and guidelines of the Executive Care franchise system Commitment to your Executive Care business, your clients and your community If this describes you, and YOUR goals line-up with OUR goals, we want to begin a discussion with you. | Experience in providing care and in running a business will be extremely helpful. Also, we feel these skills will be very advantageous to a franchisee. Compassion for seniors, and people in general. An entrepreneurial mindset. A desire to serve others and your community. Being comfortable with people and a good communicator. Willing to sell. |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
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Training & Support |
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Training | Executive Care has developed a comprehensive one-week instructional and hands-on training program to guide new owners every step of the way as they move toward opening their own Executive Care business. The training takes place at our corporate offices in Hackensack, New Jersey. You will learn about the administrative and operational sides of the business and specific sales and marketing techniques for a home care franchise. You will also spend time with Executive Care operations managers, patient coordinators and home care marketers to learn and experience the inner-workings of a fully-functional home care agency. You will receive hands-on training in our computer software platform, which includes scheduling, billing and payroll functions, customer relationship management (CRM), and a proprietary intranet for easy communication between franchisees and Executive Care franchise team. | - |
Support | After opening of your own Executive Care business, we are committed to supporting you and your team to address any needs you may have regarding recruiting, networking, business planning, marketing and growth. Executive Support Program For the first 12 months of your operations, you'll be enrolled in the Executive Support Program. In this program, a support person will be assigned to you and will be dedicated to answering all of your questions as you develop and grow your new Executive Care business. | - |
Marketing | - | - |
Operations | - | absentee or part time owner? NO |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | Yes | Yes |
Canada Expansion | - | - |
International Expansion | - | - |
Husband and wife team, Kristen and Henri Chazaud, founded Keepsake Companions in 2009 to "improve lives, one household at a time." The start up costs of $33,721 includes systems, training and support in a number of areas that include: Office operations, hiring and scheduling. Pre-Opening guide, and trainings in San Diego and on site. A "Keepsake Coach" to guide you for the first three months. Daily operations manual and employee handbook.Keepsake Companion development and client care systems. "Culinary Companion" development. Marketing strategy, collateral materials and personal website.