OUR AIM TO FRANCHISE IN THE UK AND FURTHER AFIELD
THAT’S WHERE YOU COME IN!
BENEFITS
CREATING THE FRANCHISE NETWORK
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The founders of RAFT realised some time ago that there was a massive gap in the market when it came to shops that retailed good quality aesthetically appealing furniture. On the one hand you had the big names which still turn out cheap, not very interesting or exciting items, in poor quality fabrics or wood with no regard for their impact on the environment. On the other hand you had high-end designer names which are still outside the price brackets of mere mortals. They too, even today rarely have a thought for their environment.
The UK was crying out for an independent retail concept with ecologically sound principals and a wide variety of furniture built to last. The materials and colour palettes originating from RAFT all have longevity and will become design classics in years to come. They could be used as the complete look or as a blankcanvas for the more adventurous consumer.
Today Raft has become the ultimate reclaimed concept, with “FSC Recycled 100%”teak certification.
Its reclaimed teak furniture is stunning and has its rightful place in modern day lifestyles.
THE RAFT CONCEPTAt first glance RAFT is, or is not, for you. There is no compromise and no product is in there for a fast buck. The products have already been vetted and they fit. Our repeat business levels are extremely high. When people discover RAFT, it isn’t a brief fling – it’s a long-term love affair. Our customers often get the feeling that ‘this is it - we are going to get everything here’.
OUR AIM TO FRANCHISE IN THE UK AND FURTHER AFIELD
RAFT’s founders have always wanted the business to be great. Not just a few shops to earn them a comfortable income, but a network of shops recognised throughout the world as a brand you can rely on for quality, style, and longevity.
Our team is dedicated, clever and self motivated, but to duplicate this we need franchisees who are motivated entrepreneurs, with some experience of life, who know what they want and are willing to work with support more than supervision - as equals running their own businesses, not as ‘branch managers’.
THAT’S WHERE YOU COME IN!We know what it takes to be successful in our business. We know how to attract customers and just what they are looking for in terms of high standards of products and service - and good old fashioned customer care. We are passionate about RAFT and seek other like minded individuals to join our Franchise team.
RAFT provides a mainstream retail business with a proven track record and a dynamic and up-to-date image, excellent products and service, a business system that really works and a high level of customer care.
BENEFITS
- Successful business with experienced, hands-on owners
- Environmentally sound concept
- Great lifestyle choice
- Full back up and support from a highly skilled management team
- Exceptional earnings potential
- Top quality “FSC Recycled 100%” reclaimed teak product ranges
- Bespoke product range made in the UK
- Simple business to operate successfully
RAFT continues to invest in the constant research and development of its product range and related products which keep the company at the leading edge of innovation and development within our field.
This is not an idea without substance, but the product itself and the infrastructure of success. All our systems have been developed by professionals, from accountants; solicitors; software developers and website designers, to ensure our business runs smoothly. The rewards are very high and the average turnover of our Franchise Pilot Schemes was over £1million with more than £100,000 earnings available in year one. Our franchise start up cost is £35,000 plus stock at cost and working capital. Our Franchise support team is ready to ensure that new Franchisees get off to the best possible start.
CREATING THE FRANCHISE NETWORK
We are now seeking to appoint capable like-minded business people, partners, friends and individuals who have a strong sense of team and want to be part of something big, who can work with others but are self motivated. You must be willing to learn and happy to dedicate time. This is a lifestyle choice. Just ask anyone who works with RAFT and they will wax lyrical about the company and their involvement in it. The financial rewards can be exceptional, but that alone cannot be the driving force.
You will not need any direct experience in our industry - you will need to show us that you have the skill, commitment and determination to get on with people at all levels and the passion to successfully run a business such as ours.
