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 | Ace Hardware CorporationAce...The helpful place. |
Business Type
FranchiseMin Liquid Capital
$250,000Total Investment
$400,000 to $1,000,000Required Net Worth
$400,000Number of Units
4In Business Since
1924* For Current Info See:
Franchise Disclosure Document
Overview
The framework for success. A tradition of service.
Founded in Chicago in 1924, Ace Hardware Corporation has grown to become America's neighborhood hardware retailer. Over the years, we've built the brand from a small group of hardware stores to a network of more than 4,800 locations across the globe.
An independent marketing study confirmed that the Ace Hardware name is one of the most widely recognized trademarks in America. "Ace … The Helpful Place" is the most recognized slogan in the home-improvement industry (The Gallup Organization, October 2006). And today, consumers rely heavily on the helpful advice and product choices they get at their neighborhood stores.
We continue to grow because of the level of service we provide our customers. Backed by a state-of-the-art distribution system, dedicated corporate support, and the knowledge and talents of our 80,000 team members, we look forward to upholding and advancing our 80 year tradition of service, solid corporate citizenship and success.
Founded in Chicago in 1924, Ace Hardware Corporation has grown to become America's neighborhood hardware retailer. Over the years, we've built the brand from a small group of hardware stores to a network of more than 4,800 locations across the globe.
An independent marketing study confirmed that the Ace Hardware name is one of the most widely recognized trademarks in America. "Ace … The Helpful Place" is the most recognized slogan in the home-improvement industry (The Gallup Organization, October 2006). And today, consumers rely heavily on the helpful advice and product choices they get at their neighborhood stores.
We continue to grow because of the level of service we provide our customers. Backed by a state-of-the-art distribution system, dedicated corporate support, and the knowledge and talents of our 80,000 team members, we look forward to upholding and advancing our 80 year tradition of service, solid corporate citizenship and success.
Products & Services
One-stop shopping. One powerful brand.
The Ace® product assortment includes more than 10,000 items - all value priced. Your store will stock paint and paint supplies, plumbing and heating materials, lawn and garden products, electrical supplies and accessories, outdoor living products, building supplies, hand tools and power tools, hardware and fasteners, housewares and small appliances, ladders and cleaning supplies - all under the Ace name.
To provide more value for customers owners may also stock holiday and seasonal decorations, sporting goods, pet supplies, marine supplies, pool chemicals, automotive merchandise, fire extinguishers and safety equipment, live goods, grill and grill accessories, propane exchange, and other exciting niche opportunities.
The Ace® product assortment includes more than 10,000 items - all value priced. Your store will stock paint and paint supplies, plumbing and heating materials, lawn and garden products, electrical supplies and accessories, outdoor living products, building supplies, hand tools and power tools, hardware and fasteners, housewares and small appliances, ladders and cleaning supplies - all under the Ace name.
To provide more value for customers owners may also stock holiday and seasonal decorations, sporting goods, pet supplies, marine supplies, pool chemicals, automotive merchandise, fire extinguishers and safety equipment, live goods, grill and grill accessories, propane exchange, and other exciting niche opportunities.
Training & Support
Our start up assistance includes help with:
Ace's comprehensive training covers strategies for:
Our on-site support includes:
Marketing and advertising support includes:
- Financing programs for qualified individuals
- Assist you in finding the right location
- Store set-up and design, including store planning, visual merchandising, pricing strategy development, office set-up and product selection
Ace's comprehensive training covers strategies for:
- Effective store management
- Managing each revenue center
- Purchasing and inventory
- Implementing superior customer service
- Financial management and back-office procedures
- Hiring, training and managing employees
- Effective marketing techniques
Our on-site support includes:
- Hands-on, on-site support at your grand opening
- Visits from our experienced retail support staff
- In-store tools for continual improvement, such as customer surveys, customer comment card programs and mystery shopper programs
Marketing and advertising support includes:
- Grand opening planning, assistance and awareness programs
- Local store marketing programs, such as newspaper ad slicks, direct marketing materials and regional radio and television opportunities
- Comprehensive and effective national advertising
- Public relations strategies and materials
- Community involvement programs and local charity tie-ins
- Ace Rewards - our one-to-one consumer loyalty program
- System-wide website with store directory and e-commerce functions
Why Ace Hardware Corporation?
The short answer is we have superior brand recognition, a proven
business model, unparalleled support, and an exclusive incentive
package, which helps you to prepare for ownership and drives down your
total investment costs by nearly 20 percent.
The Ace hardware brand has been around for 80 years. According to The Gallup Organization (2006), Ace "The Helpful Place" is the most recognized slogan in the home improvement industry. And this is an industry that is growing. Studies indicate that home-improvement sales will increase 5.7 percent from 2005 through 2010 (source: Hardware Retailing Dec. 2006). Consumers will turn to the brand they know and trust. Ace Hardware store owners also have the advantage of our extensive training program, proven computer and distribution systems, and the combined buying-power of more than 4,800 locations.
Are You a Good Fit for Ace Hardware Corporation?
We need people with the tools to succeed...
and the drive to serve.
You've probably heard that "Ace is the place with the Helpful Hardware Folks." Our store owners enjoy helping people and solving problems for the neighborhood "do-it-yourselfers." You don't necessarily have to have retail or hardware experience to get started with your own Ace Hardware store. You must, however, have a commitment to excellence, a will to succeed, the caliber of character to uphold the Ace brand and a strong team of Ace associates behind you, ready to meet and exceed your customers' expectations.
You've probably heard that "Ace is the place with the Helpful Hardware Folks." Our store owners enjoy helping people and solving problems for the neighborhood "do-it-yourselfers." You don't necessarily have to have retail or hardware experience to get started with your own Ace Hardware store. You must, however, have a commitment to excellence, a will to succeed, the caliber of character to uphold the Ace brand and a strong team of Ace associates behind you, ready to meet and exceed your customers' expectations.
