Franchise FAQ

What is an “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” Franchise?

1. A Uniquely Australian Boutique Business Opportunity.
“a balloon and party centre” “PIPS”  Franchise is a remarkable business opportunity that will catapult you, the owner, into the forefront of an exciting NEW growth industry in retail  Balloon & Party supplies with the added advantage of having your very own functional On-Line Store as well.

2. Fun and Excitement in a Profitable Business.
An “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” Franchise provides the most advanced methods for selling retail balloon and party supplies in a business environment that will give even the most seasoned businessperson the enthusiasm of achievement that they have never known.

3. A Proven & Successful Format
An “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” Franchise provides a business format consisting of product selections, pricing, merchandising, advertising and training that will make the most novice businessperson feel like and be the total professional.

4. State of the Art Electronic Systems.
The “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” Franchise provides the most efficient Computer System in the industry today, full accounting, inventory, sales & customer controls for running a successful “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” Franchise.

5. A Multi Billion Dollar Industry
An “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” Franchise will help you capitalize on and get your share of a growing 20 billion dollar industry.

6. Custom Balloon Decorating
“a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” Franchises receive complete training at “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS”  balloon school from Australia’s Leading Industry Educator in the art of function and event decor consisting of balloon bouquets, balloon centrepieces, balloon arches, balloon columns, balloon releases and balloon delivery at a standard which separates “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” from the competition.

7. Franchise Support System
“A balloon and party centre” “PIPS” team will visit your store constantly. Their aim is to make sure you are kept up to date with new techniques and product information as well as continuing your day to day support. The “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” team will advise you of new products that are available, advertising promotions, seasonal changes, promotions and new merchandising techniques. The franchise will receive continuous support from the “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” head office. It is your business and we want you to be successful with our support.

Why Should I Own An “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” Franchise?

1. To Be a Leader
It is not often that an opportunity presents itself to be a leader in an industry as new and unique as this. “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” has been a leader in the Balloon and Party Supply industry for just over 19 years. The timing is right to become part of one of the hottest growing retail markets in the country with an experienced franchise.

2. Buying Power
The advantage of buying power is self evident in the profit margins we have and the retail prices we charge for our products. The advantage of the “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” buying power is evident in discounts and terms that manufacturers have awarded to “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” franchises. This buying power gives “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” franchises a major advantage over the competition.

3. Location…Location…Location
As a destination business we have the flexibility to select the right location for our Franchisees that not only develops a strong profitable business but allows the lowest possible rent available.

4. Established Trademark
“a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” is a registered trademark with in Australia.

5. Protected Territory
All Franchisees are given protected territory based on the surrounding demographics of the store location including a distance based zone.

6. Successful Merchandising Concept
The “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” method and system of merchandising has been tested and proven for over 19 years. Our products create tremendous customer appeal for shopping in our stores. This appeal translates to an atmosphere of fun and enjoyable shopping   for our customers. The “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” concept maximises a system of doing business that the new Franchisee will capitalize on.

7. Continued Support
The continued support given by the parent company will help the franchisee be successful in owning an “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” franchise. Just ask our existing Franchisees.

8. Exciting Advertising & Marketing Programs
“a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” has the exceptional skills of our very own, in house, marketing specialist. The programs devised attract the customers into our stores, and once in the store we have a customer who will shop repeatedly and spread the word to his/her friends and neighbours.

9. Start Up Assistance
The professional team of “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” will assist in the site selection and arrange the construction of stores. This makes it easy to start a new business promptly and smoothly. Why? We have the experience.
Good Training makes it Easy The “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” Franchise is an extremely easy operation to run once the franchisee has received training at “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” balloon school. The training is comprehensive and in-depth. Our training slogan, “The skills and knowledge are rewarded with a Key”.

10. Fun and Exciting Business
The “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” Franchise is a fun business. You will be working in an atmosphere that creates excitement any day of the year.
January – Australia Day
February – Valentine’s Day
March – St. Patricks Day, Labour Day
April – Easter, Anzac Day May – Mother’s Day
June – Queen’s Birthday
July – Diabetes Week
August – Daffodil Day
September – AFL/NRL Finals
October – Spring Racing Carnival, Halloween
November – Melbourne Cup Day
December – Christmas, New Years.

What Services Come With an “A BALLOON AND PARTY CENTRE” “PIPS” Franchise?

From site identification to Store Opening, “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” will assist and supply everything to start your successful business. Include will be Fixtures, Fittings, Stock, Electronic Systems & Accounting, Extensive Training, Marketing Techniques and event the key to the door.

1. Site Selection
“a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” team will assist with the selection of a suitable site including all the relevant opinions of the area chosen by the Franchisee.

2. Lease Negotiation
“a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” have successful criteria will help you negotiate your lease to get you the best terms and conditions possible.

3. Store Set Up.
“a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” will fully arrange the installation of all fittings, fixtures and decor   to insure each Franchise unit is identical in Décor and uniformity whilst maintaining the quality of image we want to preserve for our company and our franchisees. This will create the required image which will be vital for both the franchisee and the company. All “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” stores are designed to engulf the customer in an atmosphere of fun and excitement. In addition, the complete store is designed for shopping convenience and customer re-enforcement that plenty of product is available as required.. The product selection, the product prices,   combined with the cheerful atmosphere or our stores and abundant knowledge of the staff, will immediately motivate the customer not only to keep coming back, but to tell their friends and neighbours about the uniqueness of our operation. This will insure our continued success.

4. Training for all Franchisees
Australia’s best training program will be provided to the franchisee at “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” before the opening of their franchise. The training will take place at “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” Balloon School. This training will teach the new Franchisee and it’s key people the “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” method of merchandising, inventory control, reordering, advertising, bookkeeping and all of the necessary essentials for operating a successful franchise. The training will be continued by visits from our support team, as well as up to date information from head office.

Continuous training is our way of keeping you up to date with the latest developments in our industry as well as creating a family-like relationship.
“a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” Franchise Stock Range All products will be supplied by approved suppliers for the franchise unit. In order to maintain our standards, any additional products or substitution of products a franchisee wishes to carry must be submitted for approval to “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” head office. Upon written approval by the company, you may then use the products requested. “a balloon and party centre” “PIPS” has made arrangements with suppliers to provide all products at the lowest possible prices to it’s franchisees to insure excellent profit margins and availability of products as required.