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 | Bride and Groom Planner |
Business Type
FranchiseTotal Investment
$49,000 to $86,000In Business Since
2001* For Current Info See:
Franchise Disclosure Document
Overview
Bride and Groom Planner publication was founded by James Muennich in
2002. Since 2001, Mr. Muennich has managed On Target Publishing, LLC,
which produces a variety of specialty marketing products, including
Bride and Groom Planner. With a history of developing and working with
successful businesses, Mr. Muennich has devoted his time and expertise
to creating a unique business that publishes a directory of local
services to help brides and grooms plan for their wedding.
Products & Services
The Bride and Groom Planner's wedding authority, Rachel Reeves, has
a love of fashion and style. Rachel spent several years learning the
industry working in one of the nation's largest top Bridal Boutiques.
in Cincinnati, OH. Currently residing in Chicago, IL, Rachel possesses
a keen eye for both classic and "on-trend" design and detail. She
recently planned her own wedding late in 2006. She has a common sense
approach to fashion and style while preserving traditions and
etiquette. She believes a beautiful wedding can be done without costing
a fortune. With a little imagination and some guidance from the
experts, every wedding can be a dream come true.
A Message from Rachel Reeves...
Congratulations on your upcoming wedding! I know this is a very exciting time in your life. It's also a time when you will be making many decisions in preparation for your special day. It may seem overwhelming at times. Hopefully, I can assist you with planning, fashion, etiquette and even relationship questions.
A Message from Rachel Reeves...
Congratulations on your upcoming wedding! I know this is a very exciting time in your life. It's also a time when you will be making many decisions in preparation for your special day. It may seem overwhelming at times. Hopefully, I can assist you with planning, fashion, etiquette and even relationship questions.
Training & Support
At Bride & Groom Planner, we do a lot
for our franchisees. We begin by providing you with in-depth training
on operating and growing your business. You’ll learn the techniques and
marketing strategies of our very unique system. Our ongoing support and
training programs keeps you abreast of the successful techniques we and
other franchisees use, as well.
Also, we will lend you a copy of our Confidential Operations and Sales Manual. This manual contains a wealth of information about how to operate and grow your Bride and Groom franchise.
Further, we will provide you with our “Quick Start Kit” containing business forms, marketing aids, sample advertising, promotional recommendations, bidding and pricing guides, and other forms you need to start and manage your business.
And, oh yes, we will provide you with samples of the actual Bride & Groom Planners so you can show your potential customers just how great it is.
We provide all of our franchisees with a comprehensive website at no additional cost. We will host the site which will be accessible from our main Internet website.
Also, we will lend you a copy of our Confidential Operations and Sales Manual. This manual contains a wealth of information about how to operate and grow your Bride and Groom franchise.
Further, we will provide you with our “Quick Start Kit” containing business forms, marketing aids, sample advertising, promotional recommendations, bidding and pricing guides, and other forms you need to start and manage your business.
And, oh yes, we will provide you with samples of the actual Bride & Groom Planners so you can show your potential customers just how great it is.
We provide all of our franchisees with a comprehensive website at no additional cost. We will host the site which will be accessible from our main Internet website.
Why Bride and Groom Planner?
The next bridal consumer is the Echo Boomer (also known
as Generation Y and Millennials). The oldest in this generation are
age 27 and hit marriage age in 2006. There will be…
- 2.1 million weddings annually with a 6.5% projected growth by 2009
- 40,400 weddings every weekend
- 18 million bridesmaids and groomsmen
- 295 million wedding guests
Today’s Brides and Grooms are…
- More affluent, more educated and sophisticated
- Women are marrying later, average age is 27
- Average age for the groom is 29
- The average household income of a newly married couple is $60,000/year
The Money behind the Marriage…
- $125 Billion per year is spent on weddings and their new life ahead
- The average wedding budget is $20,000; however, 45% of couples spend more on their wedding than budgeted
- National average wedding cost: $26,327
- The average cost of a wedding has grown 73% in 15 years with an 18% growth in the last three years
- Formal wedding costs by region are up 20-68%
- New York Metro (+21% since 1999)
- Northeast (+20%)
- Pacific/Mountian (+68%)
- Midwest (+35%)
- South/Southeast (+33%)
- It’s no longer a 5 hour celebration but a 17 month-long event (average length of the engagement)
- 89% had a bridal shower, 86% had a rehearsal dinner, 77% had a wedding one-day event, 71% had a bachelor party and 70% had a bachelorette party
- The average engagement ring was $2,982 in 1999 but $4,146 in 2005
- 30% of brides plan their marriage long distance
- 57% of marriages are where bride currently lives
- Traditional weddings are most popular
- The average wedding has 10 attendants (5 bridal and 5 ushers)
- Average number of out-of-town guests: 54
- Most wedding guests spend between $70-$100 on their gift
- 9% of couples have a destination wedding, a 200% increase in the last 10 years
- 16% of brides become engaged in December
Are You a Good Fit for Bride and Groom Planner?
All you need is the desire to be your own boss! We provide in-depth
training to help you get started and then offer support along the way
to help you grow your business. Our support services even include the
actual production of the Planner. All you have to focus on is the
acquisition and servicing of your clients.
The total investment to become a Bride and Groom Planner franchisees will range between $49,000 to $86,000. This includes the initial franchise fee which will depend on the population in your territory. The total investment includes training costs, computer hardware and software and insurance.
The total investment to become a Bride and Groom Planner franchisees will range between $49,000 to $86,000. This includes the initial franchise fee which will depend on the population in your territory. The total investment includes training costs, computer hardware and software and insurance.
