Editorial

One of The Largest Full-Service Hair Care Franchises has an Opportunity for YOU!

Own a Fantastic Sams Salon

If asked what Franchise opportunity takes advantage of a $53 billion and growing industry, is recession-resistant and offers an all cash business, chances are that “hair care” would not be the first industry that would come to mind. And that’s why the Fantastic Sams Franchise Opportunity is truly fantastic – it offers sharp entrepreneurs the chance to be part of an exciting and growing industry – and when they say “growing,” they really mean it! Besides death and taxes, the other thing you can really count on is that hair is in an ever-continuing supply.

Richard Pittius, Senior Vice-President, franchise Development for Fantastic Sams, which is headquartered in Beverly, Massachusetts, says the company, which now boasts over 1,375 salons and over 700 franchise owners, is so successful because it meets the needs of the American consumer by offering a full-service menu at fixed, affordable prices.

“What people want is a clean, professional look and that requires a fantastic cut. Our stylists receive training in the very latest styling techniques and can help clients achieve the look they desire,” says Pittius. “No-fuss styles are a continuing trend as well. As our lives become busier, we want to spend less time in front of a mirror coaxing curly hair to go straight or straight hair to curl. Stylists at Fantastic Sams work with the client to find the best style for their hair type.”

Fantastic Sams salons offer services for adults and children and do everything from perms, color and conditioning to highlighting and straightening. Besides the convenience of a fixed price list, Fantastic Sams is known as the “no appointment necessary” salon, so people can get services when it fits their schedule.

Franchisees also sell a line of products called Fantastic Hair Care™, which is specially formulated with pro-vitamins, soy protein and silicone to help strengthen and smooth hair while adding incredible shine. FantasticStyle™ products include a curl-defining cream and a styling glaze.

“We are the world’s largest full-service hair care franchise,” says Pittius, “and have over 30 years of industry experience. Because of our experience, we offer a solid, proven system to franchisees, which we are constantly refining. We have over 13,000 stylists so keeping up with industry trends and delivering the very best training is of paramount importance. We have over 60 professional educators around the country so that salon owners, managers and stylists all receive ongoing education.”

Franchising since 1976, Fantastic Sams has unmatched name recognition. Franchisees also benefit from national, regional and local advertising and marketing programs that help drive new business.

People interested in a franchise do not need cosmetology or hair care experience but should be enthusiastic and motivated with both financial and business qualifications. Current salon owners agree that having skills managing people is more important to success as a franchisee than having a salon background. If you enjoy working with people and are skilled at motivating, coaching and getting people to perform, then the staff at Fantastic Sams can help you reach your career goals. They will provide opportunities for you to learn from the corporate trainers and other salon owners by providing education in operational support and product promotions. National conferences will help you connect with other franchisees and high quality product lines will help you increase your income.

Opportunities may be available in your area for Fantastic Sams franchise ownership. “We have individual and multi-salon ownerships available, as well as Master franchise opportunities,” says Pittius, “and would love to send you more information.”

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