Business plans handbook. Volume 15 : a compilation of business plans developed by individuals throughout North America

Business Plans Handbook is a collection of actual business plans compiled by entrepreneurs seeking funding for small businesses throughout North America. For those looking for examples of how to approach, structure and compose their own business plans, the Handbook presents 24 sample plans taken from businesses in the manufacturing, retail and service industries only the company names and addresses have been changed. Typical business plans include type of business; statement of purpose; executive summary; business/industry description; market; product and production; management/personnel; and financial specifics. This edition also contains a business plan template and two fictional business plans all of which can aid users in developing business plans of their own. Also featured is a listing of organizations, agencies, and consultants; a glossary of small business terms; and an updated bibliography. Cover Page......Page 1 Title Page......Page 3 ISBN 978-1414419107......Page 4 Contents......Page 5 Highlights......Page 7 Introduction......Page 9 Air Brushing Services......Page 11 Art Easel Manufacturer......Page 19 Bicycle Shop......Page 29 Comedy Club......Page 37 DVD Kiosk Rental Business......Page 45 Energy Consultant......Page 53 Environmentally–Friendly Greenhouse......Page 65 Furniture Resale Shop......Page 77 Furniture Restoration Company......Page 87 Healthcare Marketing Agency......Page 107 Low–Cost Home Decorating Service......Page 113 Music Store......Page 121 Natural Gas Home Filling Station Provider......Page 127 Photography Studio......Page 137 Plus–Sized Children’s Clothing Store......Page 145 Real Estate Brokerage......Page 169 Real Estate Renovation and Resale......Page 181 Rental Defibrillator Service......Page 191 Windmill Distributor......Page 199 Yoga Studio......Page 211 Business Plan Template......Page 219 Fictional Food Distributor......Page 223 Fictional Hardware Store......Page 227 Organizations, Agencies, & Consultants......Page 231 Glossary of Small Business Terms......Page 309 Index......Page 333 "Actual business plans compiled by, and aimed at, entrepreneurs seeking funding for small businesses. Presents sample plans taken from businesses in the manufacturing, retail and service industries which serve as examples of how to approach, structure and compose business plans."--Re sume de l'e diteur.