Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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| Best in Class Education | Athena Learning Centers | |
| Investment | 62800 - 121880 | 35000 - 160000 |
| Franchise Fee | ||
| Royalty Fee | 12% | 7% |
| Advertising Fee | 2% | 2% Nat'l $500/Mo Local |
| Year Founded | 1988 | 2011 |
| Year Franchised | 2011 | 2011 |
| Term Of Agreement | ||
| Term Of Agreement | ||
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Business Experience Requirements |
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| Best in Class Education | Athena Learning Centers | |
| Experience | You do not necessarily need to be a teacher or hold a current teaching certificate to join the Best in Class franchise system. We do look for franchise owners who have Bachelor's Degrees or higher, and some experience in working with children. Franchisees should also have a passion for teaching or working with students, plus the right business/customer relations skills, and a solid work ethic. We also want franchise owners who will be dedicated to the operations and growth of their Best in Class Education Centers. | We are glad you have chosen to investigate Athena as a potential opportunity and we look forward to speaking to you, answering your questions, and developing a successful business relationship. We are currently looking for both single and multi-unit franchisees to open our Learning Centers. Franchisee candidates must meet certain qualifications to be considered for both single-unit and multi-unit franchise opportunities. In order to qualify for a single location, you will need a minimum net worth of $150,000 and liquid assets of $50,000. A good credit record / credit history is also required, evidenced by prompt payment of all financial obligations. Multi-unit candidates will be pre-qualified on an individual basis. Total Estimated Investment Range $66,000 to $146,000 The Initial Franchise Fee is $25,000. Franchisees pay royalties of 7% of gross sales, an advertising marketing fee of 2% of gross sales, and must purchase local advertising of at least $500 per month. Franchise candidates will be evaluated based on business abilities and experience, personal drive for success and financial strength. Athena Learning Center franchises are available for ambitious and entrepreneurial individuals willing to assume the risks - and eager to reap the rewards - of owning their own business. |
Financing Options |
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| Best in Class Education | Athena Learning Centers | |
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Training & Support |
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| Best in Class Education | Athena Learning Centers | |
| Training | We will provide pre-opening training for franchisees for up to five days at our corporate headquarters, plus up to three days of onsite support during your initial months of operations. On-The-Job Training: 30 hours Classroom Training: 40 hours | Staff Training On-Site and at Athena University On-going owner/center director support training |
| Support | Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software | You can expect support in the following areas: Athena Total Solutions Products and Services: Math, Literacy, and Science Curriculum powered by Pearson Education In-Center and On line SAT/ACT Prep Courses by The Princeton Review Diagnostic in-center assessment On line homework help powered by Virtual Nerd Student Progress Tracking System Athena Center Management System, powered by Athena on Demand Automated Center Check-in System for Students Automatic Monthly Billing System Recommended Reading List with Books available for purchase in Center or online through the Athena Store Franchisee Support and Benefits: Athena Brand Recognition; proprietary marketing/advertising strategy plan Franchisee Intranet Communications and Marketing Portal Powered by Athena on Demand Athena Branded National/Local Website for all Athena Locations Owner Hotline via our Toll Free Number Staff Training On-Site and at Athena University Real Estate Location Services; demographic profiles, real estate lease support Turn-Key Interior Design/Build-Out services by industry leading architects/contractors/suppliers Camera Software/Hardware for off-site monitoring of your learning center in real-time Direct Local Marketing Solutions On-going owner/center director support and training Area of protected territory Develop a specified area through multi-unit ownership if you qualify No owner/Operator requirement |
| Marketing | Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing | |
| Operations | The Best in Class Education concept focuses on students of all ages, offering tailored teaching material that encourages them to learn at their own pace. By offering numerous courses, our franchisees benefit from multiple revenue streams. | |
Expansion Plans |
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| Best in Class Education | Athena Learning Centers | |
| US Expansion | Nationwide, Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming | |
| Canada Expansion | ||
| International Expansion |
Start-Up Costs and Fees Mobile |
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| Investment | |
| Best in Class Education | |
| Athena Learning Centers | |
| Franchise Fee | |
| Best in Class Education | |
| Athena Learning Centers | |
| Royalty Fee | |
| Best in Class Education | 12% |
| Athena Learning Centers | 7% |
| Advertising Fee | |
| Best in Class Education | 2% |
| Athena Learning Centers | 2% Nat'l $500/Mo Local |
| Year Founded | |
| Best in Class Education | 1988 |
| Athena Learning Centers | 2011 |
| Year Franchised | |
| Best in Class Education | 2011 |
| Athena Learning Centers | 2011 |
| Term Of Agreement | |
| Best in Class Education | 5 years +5+5+5 |
| Athena Learning Centers | |
| Renewal Fee | |
| Best in Class Education | |
| Athena Learning Centers | |
Business Experience Requirements |
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| Experience | |
| Best in Class Education | You do not necessarily need to be a teacher or hold a current teaching certificate to join the Best in Class franchise system. We do look for franchise owners who have Bachelor's Degrees or higher, and some experience in working with children. Franchisees should also have a passion for teaching or working with students, plus the right business/customer relations skills, and a solid work ethic. We also want franchise owners who will be dedicated to the operations and growth of their Best in Class Education Centers. |
| Athena Learning Centers | We are glad you have chosen to investigate Athena as a potential opportunity and we look forward to speaking to you, answering your questions, and developing a successful business relationship. We are currently looking for both single and multi-unit franchisees to open our Learning Centers. Franchisee candidates must meet certain qualifications to be considered for both single-unit and multi-unit franchise opportunities. In order to qualify for a single location, you will need a minimum net worth of $150,000 and liquid assets of $50,000. A good credit record / credit history is also required, evidenced by prompt payment of all financial obligations. Multi-unit candidates will be pre-qualified on an individual basis. Total Estimated Investment Range $66,000 to $146,000 The Initial Franchise Fee is $25,000. Franchisees pay royalties of 7% of gross sales, an advertising marketing fee of 2% of gross sales, and must purchase local advertising of at least $500 per month. Franchise candidates will be evaluated based on business abilities and experience, personal drive for success and financial strength. Athena Learning Center franchises are available for ambitious and entrepreneurial individuals willing to assume the risks - and eager to reap the rewards - of owning their own business. |
Financing Options |
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| Franchise Fees | |
| Best in Class Education | |
| Athena Learning Centers | |
| Start-up Costs | |
| Best in Class Education | |
| Athena Learning Centers | |
| Equipment | |
| Best in Class Education} | |
| Athena Learning Centers | |
| Inventory | |
| Best in Class Education | |
| Athena Learning Centers | |
| Receivables | |
| Best in Class Education | |
| Athena Learning Centers | |
| Payroll | |
| Best in Class Education | |
| Athena Learning Centers | |
Training & Support |
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| Training | |
| Best in Class Education | We will provide pre-opening training for franchisees for up to five days at our corporate headquarters, plus up to three days of onsite support during your initial months of operations. On-The-Job Training: 30 hours Classroom Training: 40 hours |
| Athena Learning Centers | Staff Training On-Site and at Athena University On-going owner/center director support training |
| Support | |
| Best in Class Education | Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software |
| Athena Learning Centers | You can expect support in the following areas: Athena Total Solutions Products and Services: Math, Literacy, and Science Curriculum powered by Pearson Education In-Center and On line SAT/ACT Prep Courses by The Princeton Review Diagnostic in-center assessment On line homework help powered by Virtual Nerd Student Progress Tracking System Athena Center Management System, powered by Athena on Demand Automated Center Check-in System for Students Automatic Monthly Billing System Recommended Reading List with Books available for purchase in Center or online through the Athena Store Franchisee Support and Benefits: Athena Brand Recognition; proprietary marketing/advertising strategy plan Franchisee Intranet Communications and Marketing Portal Powered by Athena on Demand Athena Branded National/Local Website for all Athena Locations Owner Hotline via our Toll Free Number Staff Training On-Site and at Athena University Real Estate Location Services; demographic profiles, real estate lease support Turn-Key Interior Design/Build-Out services by industry leading architects/contractors/suppliers Camera Software/Hardware for off-site monitoring of your learning center in real-time Direct Local Marketing Solutions On-going owner/center director support and training Area of protected territory Develop a specified area through multi-unit ownership if you qualify No owner/Operator requirement |
| Marketing | |
| Best in Class Education | Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing |
| Athena Learning Centers | |
| Operations | |
| Best in Class Education | The Best in Class Education concept focuses on students of all ages, offering tailored teaching material that encourages them to learn at their own pace. By offering numerous courses, our franchisees benefit from multiple revenue streams. |
| Athena Learning Centers | |
Expansion Plans |
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| US Expansion | |
| Best in Class Education | |
| Athena Learning Centers | Nationwide, Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming |
| Canada Expansion | |
| Best in Class Education | |
| Athena Learning Centers | |
| International Expansion | |
| Best in Class Education | |
| Athena Learning Centers | |