NC-Charlotte Outdoor Lighting Perspectives Franchise for Sale

Founded in 1995, Outdoor Lighting Perspectives (OLP) is currently the largest and was the first franchise system of its kind. We specialize in the design, installation, and service of landscape and architectural lighting systems for both commercial and residential customers. We also sell and install lighting control automation for interior and exterior lighting applications. In 2010, we added a holiday lighting program creating a "three businesses in one" approach, helping our franchise owner's extended their selling season with a unique opportunity.

Inventory Included: No

Reason For Sale:

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Training & Support:

Financial Assistance Provided: Third party lending is available.
Site Selection Assistance: Yes
Co-Operative Advertising: No
Training: Two Week Training at our Corporate Headquarters in Richmond, VA

Franchise License Coordinator (guides the new Franchisee from Confirmation Day through the Franchise License/Signing Process)
Onboarding Coordinator (guides the new Franchisee from signing through Training)
Operations Directors (assigned to each Franchisee for day-to-day support and on-site training/visitations)
Field Training [Live Installation & Nighttime Demonstration]
Ongoing Training & Support
Annual Owner's Meeting
Annual OLB Meeting
Digital and Brand Marketing Teams
Graphic & Creative Designers
Product Installation Training/Specialists
24/7 Information Technology Support Team
C.O.L.T. Training
Comprehensive Marketing Workshops [Inbound & Outbound]
Accounting Coordinator
In-House Bookeepers Available
OLBSC Product Ordering Support

Owner Qualifications:

Ideal Candidate:

An ideal candidate enjoys meeting and working with new customers, has a strong commitment to service and enjoys creative and/or visual thinking. Sales and marketing skills are a plus but not mandatory due to our extensive training program. Other essential ingredients of a successful franchise owner include:

The typical profile of an OLP franchisee (Standard Territory):

College educated, usually with a four-year degree
Background in business management, customer service, high-end premium retail, marketing or sales are preferred;
Corporate Refugee
Evidence of leadership success in career and/or community, ideally with hiring and firing responsibility and budget unit P&L responsibility
Project management experience helpful but not necessary
Net worth of at least $200K with minimum $50K of available liquid capital and the ability to secure funding for the full investment required of between $130K to $150K
Strong desire to build and manage a strong business versus a “boutique business” or “sole proprietorship”
Creative and/or interested in design and/or architecture would be a plus
Often a “corporate refugee” seeking increased control and financial independence
Motivated by an environment of not being trapped in an office or retail store
Very motivated to be own boss and have control over schedule
Understands and is comfortable with the ideal of relationship building to develop long-term trade alliance partners in the local market
Flexibility to learn to sell to residential clients, including via nighttime demos, and through a long-term, technical sales cycle required for commercial accounts

The typical profile of a Supplemental Add-on Franchise OLP franchisee:

Existing related contracting or home services business with a five+ year track record of successful operations; possible industries could include:
Landscaping (design, architecture and installation & maintenance)
Lawn care
Fencing contractors (traditional and invisible fencing)
Deck & porch builders
Hardscaping companies
Irrigation contractors
Home service contractors serving affluent clients (i.e., cleaning companies)
Electricians
Ability to invest $28K to $44K to launch operations
Strong desire to build and manage a larger more diversified business versus a “boutique business” or “sole proprietorship”
Strong client base to cross-sell OLP lighting services
Above average acumen, skill and comfort with computers and technology
Creative and/or interested in design
Understands and is comfortable with the ideal of relationship building to develop long-term trade alliance partners in the local market
Flexibility to learn to sell to residential clients, including via nighttime demos, and through a long-term, technical sales cycle required for commercial accounts

Role of Franchisee:

Follow a proven business model, coordinate marketing and advertising activities, keep an eye on customer service, and manage a team of part time installers, upholding the company’s 100% satisfaction guarantee.