Established events planning business in Manchester

Take over an established Smooth Operator business with existing clients, local supplier relationships and events already in the diary. This is an opportunity to build on years of trading across the Manchester region, with the existing owner helping you make the transition into business ownership.

 Smooth Operator is now a franchise and so the existing owner wishes to spend her time mentoring the franchisees of which you will be one – so you will be assured of a lifetime of business support from an expert. The difference is that this area is one of her original locations and so is making good money now even on part-time hours (you can do either full or part-time).

Confirmed bookings and a share of the revenue

The existing owner has already secured bookings for forthcoming events. The agreed bookings give you work to take on during the handover and visibility of the revenue they are expected to generate.

Because these clients are expecting the owner to be involved, she will continue to lead those events. You will work alongside her, each undertaking 50% of the work and receiving 50% of the revenue from the agreed bookings. It is an opportunity to earn while gaining hands-on experience and meeting existing clients, venues and suppliers.

 During the purchase process, you can review the booking schedule, event dates, payment arrangements and associated costs.

Established relationships to build on

 The existing oner brings more than 20 years of event planning and management experience. You will benefit from an introduction to the Manchester operation, its existing customer relationships and relevant hotel, venue and supplier contacts.

Where you can grow the business

•          Manchester city centre. Target conferences, awards dinners, product launches and client entertaining around the city’s hotels, restaurants and conference venues.

•          Salford Quays and MediaCity. The waterfront and its cluster of media and technology businesses offer opportunities for brand launches, networking events and corporate receptions.

•          Didsbury, West Didsbury, Chorlton and Sale. These neighbourhoods and towns offer a local market for weddings, milestone birthdays and private celebrations, with independent hospitality businesses to approach for referrals.

•          Worsley, Stretford and Old Trafford. Worsley’s canalside setting adds another option for weddings and private occasions. Old Trafford’s event facilities give you a different market to explore in corporate hospitality.

The territory also includes Prestwich, Whitefield, Urmston, Eccles, Swinton, Walkden and Manchester Airport, giving you further areas to develop through local networking and referrals.

What you receive

•          An established local business within the Smooth Operator franchise network

•          Agreed existing bookings with a 50% share of the revenue and work

•          A supported handover and practical event delivery alongside Nicola

•          Introductions to relevant existing clients, venues and supplier contacts

•          Comprehensive training and ongoing franchise support

•          Three trademarked Smooth Operator operating systems

•          Access to the wider network of more than 200 suppliers, venues and event professionals

•          Marketing support and professionally developed business tools

•          A home-based business model with low premises overheads

No previous event planning experience required

You will receive training, practical tools and guidance to help you manage enquiries, plan events and coordinate suppliers. Your role is to bring the details together so the host can be a guest at their own event — Nicola’s guiding principle.

 If you would like an events business with existing bookings, established relationships and a personal handover from its founder, request the Manchester prospectus today.

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