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 | A Southern GreetingExtending Southern Hospitality to New Homeowners |
Business Type
FranchiseTotal Investment
$39,000 to $92,000Number of Units
7In Business Since
1995* For Current Info See:
Franchise Disclosure Document
Overview
Two companies have dominated the Welcoming Service Industry for many
years. Welcome Wagon began welcoming people in Memphis, Tennessee in
1928. Cendent, a publicly traded conglomerate, acquired Welcome Wagon
February 1, 1995. The second company, Getting To Know You, began their
service in 1962 by Irv Siegel who began the business to promote his
local beverage operation. Welcome Wagon acquired Getting To Know You in
1996, but the two companies operated separately and actually competed
with each other in some markets. In 1998, Welcome Wagon consolidated
with Getting To Know You under the parent name GETKO Group.
Their competition has been many small companies or individuals providing similar service on a local or regional basis. The success rate of these entrepreneurs has varied, and has been tied directly to the quality of their product and knowledge of the market.
The industry is changing, because the American lifestyle is going through a major change. There are simply fewer people at home to greet welcoming service representatives. Dual income families, tight schedules, and gated communities have made personal presentations a thing of the past.
The demand, however, to reach new homeowners is greater than ever before. Merchants and professionals realize that families are moving around more often and their buying habits in the new community form in the first few months. Being able to reach these new buyers before their competition is a top priority.
These new consumers still want to be welcomed in their new community. They are looking for a better quality of life and expect the same out of any product or service. Change has greatly affected the Welcoming service industry, but with change comes many great opportunities. Let us show you how to take advantage of these great opportunities today!
Their competition has been many small companies or individuals providing similar service on a local or regional basis. The success rate of these entrepreneurs has varied, and has been tied directly to the quality of their product and knowledge of the market.
The industry is changing, because the American lifestyle is going through a major change. There are simply fewer people at home to greet welcoming service representatives. Dual income families, tight schedules, and gated communities have made personal presentations a thing of the past.
The demand, however, to reach new homeowners is greater than ever before. Merchants and professionals realize that families are moving around more often and their buying habits in the new community form in the first few months. Being able to reach these new buyers before their competition is a top priority.
These new consumers still want to be welcomed in their new community. They are looking for a better quality of life and expect the same out of any product or service. Change has greatly affected the Welcoming service industry, but with change comes many great opportunities. Let us show you how to take advantage of these great opportunities today!
Products & Services
There are over 400 categories that can
utilize this type of service. We have many "mom & pop", regional
and national companies who use A Southern Greeting. Below are but a few
of the household and national brands that are utilizing our services:- WALMART SUPERCENTERS
- LOWES HOME IMPROVEMENTS
- MERRILL LYNCH INVESTMENTS
- BELKS DEPARTMENT STORES
- DOMINOS PIZZA
- AND HUNDREDS MORE!
Training & Support
A Southern Greeting's
foundation is a quality product and commitment to our customers. We
constantly query the merchants and home owners on how we can improve
our products and services. Their feedback keeps us focused on market
demands and enables A Southern Greeting to address these demands and
proceed accordingly. We will provide you with a proven marketing plan
for your area, and work with you in adapting it to your market.
Our operations manual will lead you step by step in commencing and operating your franchise. Everything you need to know will be taught in our training program where any and all questions you may have will be answered. All you need to provide is desire and enthusiasm.
Our operations manual will lead you step by step in commencing and operating your franchise. Everything you need to know will be taught in our training program where any and all questions you may have will be answered. All you need to provide is desire and enthusiasm.
Why A Southern Greeting?
By becoming A Southern Greeting franchisee, you will join a
team that prides itself on creating a stimulating yet comfortable environment, allowing you to create your individual style and
manner all the while offering continued support in your franchise development.
You will be able to draw from our name, experience and track record in establishing your market area. We will assist you to establish your area(s) with references, referrals, and on-site help. We will take care of the details of producing the final product and having it ready for your new homeowner
You will be able to draw from our name, experience and track record in establishing your market area. We will assist you to establish your area(s) with references, referrals, and on-site help. We will take care of the details of producing the final product and having it ready for your new homeowner
Are You a Good Fit for A Southern Greeting?
If you
are looking for a franchise that offers a valued community service,
then "A Southern Greeting" could be the one for you. A Southern
Greeting extends southern hospitality to new homeowners to welcome them
into their new community.
Whether you are an employee of a large corporation who's searching for individuality, an entrepreneur looking for just the right franchise, or an investor exploring ways to meet your financial goals, A Southern Greeting can be your opportunity of a lifetime. Just think... no hot grease to contend with, no oil under the fingernails, and civilized weekday business hours.
Preferably, we want an individuals that are familiar with the marketing area in which they are interested. A marketing/sales background is a plus but not necessary.
A Southern Greeting franchise requires a low financial investment and offers high, potential profit margins. Other engaging aspects of A Southern Greeting involve: no inventory until sales are generated, protected territory, flexible weekday hours, and complete assistance from your franchise coordinator.
Whether you are an employee of a large corporation who's searching for individuality, an entrepreneur looking for just the right franchise, or an investor exploring ways to meet your financial goals, A Southern Greeting can be your opportunity of a lifetime. Just think... no hot grease to contend with, no oil under the fingernails, and civilized weekday business hours.
Preferably, we want an individuals that are familiar with the marketing area in which they are interested. A marketing/sales background is a plus but not necessary.
A Southern Greeting franchise requires a low financial investment and offers high, potential profit margins. Other engaging aspects of A Southern Greeting involve: no inventory until sales are generated, protected territory, flexible weekday hours, and complete assistance from your franchise coordinator.
