Business Summary:
Manufacturer of candies and chocolates sold through retail store and mail order; secondarily sells ice cream and old fashioned soda fountain products in retail store and eatery. Highlights include:
* Stable earnings with clear opportunities for growth
* Discretionary earnings of over $150,000 for 2007
* Located in a nationally-renowned lifestyle region
* Longstanding reputation for premium quality products
* Established, widespread name recognition
* Real estate is available for purchase
Founded over 80 years ago; the Company has grown into a recognized brand in the local market area.
Customers: The Company sells direct to the consumer, and holds a diversified customer base consisting of tourists, locals and business gift accounts.
Why Buy: Acquire a long established brand in the confectionery business, and make over $150,000 in discretionary cash flow while living in a highly desirable lifestyle region. This company is attractive for an individual investor or an industry buyer.
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| Year
Business was Established: 1922 |
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| Number of Employees:
7FT/2PT |
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| Facilities / Terms of Lease:
The Company’s manufacturing and retail operations are located in a high profile area of the community. The building is owned by the shareholders of the Company, and leased at market lease rates. The building may be available for purchase, or for a long term lease. |
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| Potential
Growth/Expansion:
* Expand into internet sales and market individual products
* Begin marketing and promotion effort
* Increase manufacturing hours to increase production
* Expand manufacturing facility to increase capacity for higher production
* Expand into “Made in Montana” retail outlets
* Utilize technology to gain efficiency in operations |
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| Competition:
There are several large competitors in the national market. Regional competitors include a small number of confectioners in Montana. Locally, there is indirect competition from general eating establishments, but no other company has a similarly positioned product mix. The Company maintains its customer base by offering high quality products, variety, excellent service, and a “nostalgic” experience to its customers. |
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| Owner
willing to train:
Yes. |
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| Reason for selling:
After spending most of their lives managing the business, the owners desire to retire. |
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Seller Reference Number: 5145CS
BusinessMart.com Listing Number: 44660 |
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