FRANCHISE

About the company

In our network in Greece, are included the branches owned by our company, those operating by independent entrepreneurs (Franchisees) and businesses associated with the parent CALIN SA (Franchisor) under special contracts (Franchising contract). In all cases, our company has progressed in ensuring long-term leases in the commercial area of the Greek market and maintained its momentum by expanding its network with 29 new stores throughout Greece, facing the economic recession challenges during the crucial last four years (2010-2014)..

CALZEDONIA +

Objectives

The company operated methodically and achieved its original objective. It created an expanded network of Calzedonia branches, characterized by the friendly customer service and the success in satisfying customer needs with modern marketing methods and the most fashionable designs. The network consists of 59 high aesthetic branches in major commercial streets in Greece. The company's goal is to maintain the high relationship between quality and affordable price, offering top services to our customers as well as to extend the Calzedonia brand network in cooperating with independent entrepreneurs (franchisees) by providing the most complete support and training. For us, a trained and satisfied partner is equivalent to thousands of satisfied customers.

The network development involves the following cities: Preveza, Karditsa, Tripoli, Zakynthos and Ptolemaida.

Why CALZEDONIA

There are several reasons for choosing Calzedonia franchising. Today, Calzedonia has been established in the field in which it operates and more importantly, has imposed its philosophy of sales on the market. Calzedonia invests in its franchisees as each franchisee evolves both professionally and financially and contributes to the common goal which is the success of the network, having always an effective and continuous support from the company.

The advertising that is done nationwide, using print media such as magazines, helps in increasing brand awareness in the Greek market. The company’s assurance regarding franchisees is the constant help and support, since the Operations and Support team of the network is always close to franchisees for any possible issues concerning the store. The advanced computer system of our network facilitates the operation of orders from Italy as well as the delivery of products.

Requirements - Financial conditions for Cooperation

  • Store in the main shopping street: 50 - 60 m2 (20 m2 plus storage), in cities with at least 50,000 inhabitants.
  • Right of Entry (Entry Fee) is not required for Calzedonia system inclusion.
  • Approximately 1000 euros per square meter is the cost of creating a new store (including cost planning, transport and placement of furniture), payable in 60, 90 days from the start date. This cost can be funded through leasing (Leasing).
  • The cost of travel, accommodation and food for the staff that is forming the store in the province, is charged for the franchisee, after agreement.
  • Cost of computer equipment: € 8.000
  • Cost of initial merchandise: € 35.000 - 50.000, depending on the time of entry and the commercial point of the store.
  • Bank Guarantee: € 70.000, issued to Calin AE / Calzedonia to meet the obligations of the contract, which will be provided prior to the opening of the store.
  • There are no rights (Royalties) or involvement of the Franchisee in advertising.

Competitive Advantages

The competitive advantages of Calzedonia brand branches and products are numerous and very important:

  • Modern design and store equipment
  • Pleasant environment
  • Wide range of products (designs, colors)
  • Wide range of sizes
  • Rapidly renewed range of products according to the latest fashion trends
  • Very good quality products
  • Italian design and high aesthetic products and stores
  • Very good quality / price of products (value for money)
  • Quality concerning customer service

The combination of the facts mentioned above, had essentially contributed to the rapid growth in the number of Calzedonia stores and the wide acceptance of its products. One of the biggest advantages Calzedonia has over its competitors is that offers same retail prices with the ones abroad.

Benefits to franchisees

The Calzedonia brand franchisee, has the advantage of working in a demonstrated healthy business model, using methods that have been refined over time. The security provided to franchisees includes the name of a large, well established and widely known company, as well as factors such as guaranteed advertising support and increased number of customers are certainly a few of the reasons that justify the shift of business people investing through franchise.

Calzedonia franchising offers to independent entrepreneurs the opportunity to own and manage their own business unit with reduced risk, using:

  • Tested and successful operating system
  • A recognized brand name
  • Expertise of the parent company
  • Nationwide promotion and advertising
  • Continuous support from the Franchisor
  • Experience from other members of the network
  • New products and Services

What we offer

  • Calzedonia label and brand name
  • Support regarding the choice of the store
  • Exclusivity of the area (depending on the population of the city and the area)
  • The study on the construction of the store (architectural drawings)
  • The study on the shop equipment (shelves, drawers, counters)
  • The construction of the store from workshops in collaboration with the company within a fixed period of time.
  • The delivery of products (free shipping) from Italy directly to the store
  • Possibility of everyday orders and delivery of ordered products two to three times a week
  • Favorable payment conditions of goods
  • Possibility to return the goods (e.g. fashion products) at the end of each season
  • Option for supply arrangement equipment with leasing
  • Ongoing support for the store operation
  • Complete Computer System that monitors the store (e.g. monitoring the stock, invoices, and statistics)
  • Instruction to the Computer System and constant support
  • Business trip once a year in Italy (City of Verona) for the presentation of the company's new collection products
  • The air tickets and 2 nights’ accommodation costs for 1 person are covered by the company, without any financial participation of the franchisee
  • The initial training of the Franchisee and the staff of the store, for at least three weeks, in the company's headquarters and points of sale.
  • Constant training
  • Promotional material (product catalogs, window promotional materials, posters)
  • Nationwide advertising in high circulation fashion magazines
  • Local advertising (providing radio commercials and brochures)
  • No financial concern for the Franchisee in Advertising
  • Qualified staff during the opening period of the store and support from the company’s Regional Directors (roughly 1 person per 4 stores) that will often visit your store for assistance and advising purposes according to corporate policies

Franchisee profile

For the successful operation of a Calzedonia store no prior experience in the industry is needed. However, it is essential the franchisee meets the basics that guarantee the viability of the store:

  • Entrepreneurship
  • Insight and willingness to use an established successful system
  • Ability to work in the store on a permanent basis
  • Good management skills
  • Skills in communication and customer service
  • Compliance regarding the organization and operation standards of the parent company
  • Financial feasibility of the investment

INTIMISSIMI +

Objectives

The company operated methodically and achieved its original objective. It created an expanded network of Intimissimi branches, characterized by the friendly customer service and the success in satisfying customer needs with modern marketing methods and the most fashionable designs. The network consists of 52 high aesthetic branches in major commercial streets in Greece. The company's goal is to maintain the high relationship between quality and affordable price, offering top services to our customers as well as to extend the Intimissimi brand network in cooperating with independent entrepreneurs (franchisees) by providing the most complete support and training. For us, a trained and satisfied partner is equivalent to thousands of satisfied customers.

The network development involves the following cities: Karditsa, Zakynthos, Ptolemaida.

Why INTIMISSIMI

There are several reasons for choosing Intimissimi franchising. Today, Intimissimi has been established in the field in which it operates and more importantly, has imposed its philosophy of sales on the market. Intimissimi invests in its franchisees as each franchisee evolves both professionally and financially and contributes to the common goal which is the success of the network, having always an effective and continuous support from the company.

The advertising that is done nationwide, using print media such as magazines, helps in increasing brand awareness in the Greek market. The company’s assurance regarding franchisees is the constant help and support, since the Operations and Support team of the network is always close to franchisees for any possible issues concerning the store.

The advanced computer system of our network facilitates the operation of orders from Italy as well as the delivery of products.

Requirements - Financial conditions for Cooperation

  • Store in a main shopping street, at least 70 m2 (20 m2 plus storage), in cities with at least 50,000 citizens.
  • Right of Entry (Entry Fee) is not required for Intimissimi system inclusion.
  • Approximately 1000 euros per square meter is the cost of creating a new store (including cost planning, transport and placement of furniture), payable in 60, 90 days from the start date. This cost can be funded through leasing (Leasing).
  • The cost of travel, accommodation and food for the staff that is forming the store in the province, is charged for the franchisee, after agreement.
  • Cost of computer equipment: € 8.000
  • Cost of initial merchandise: € 40.000 - 60.000, depending on the time of entry and the commercial point of the store.
  • Bank Guarantee: € 70.000, issued to Calin AE / Intimissimi to meet the obligations of the contract, which will be provided prior to the opening of the store.
  • There are no rights (Royalties) or involvement of the Franchisee in advertising.

Competitive Advantages

The competitive advantages of Intimissimi brand branches and products are numerous and very important:

  • Modern design and store equipment
  • Pleasant environment
  • Wide range of products (designs, colors)
  • Wide range of sizes
  • Rapidly renewed range of products according to the latest fashion trends
  • Very good quality products
  • Italian design and high aesthetic products and stores
  • Very good quality / price of products (value for money)
  • Quality concerning customer service

The combination of the facts mentioned above, had essentially contributed to the rapid growth in the number of Intimissimi stores and the wide acceptance of its products. One of the biggest advantages Intimissimi has over its competitors is that offers same retail prices with the ones abroad.

Benefits to franchisees

The Intimissimi brand franchisee, has the advantage of working in a demonstrated healthy business model, using methods that have been refined over time. The security provided to franchisees includes the name of a large, well established and widely known company, as well as factors such as guaranteed advertising support and increased number of customers are certainly a few of the reasons that justify the shift of business people investing through franchise.

Intimissimi franchising offers to independent entrepreneurs the opportunity to own and manage their own business unit with reduced risk, using:

  • Tested and successful operating system
  • A recognized brand name
  • Expertise of the parent company
  • Nationwide promotion and advertising
  • Continuous support from the Franchisor
  • Experience from other members of the network
  • New products and Services

What we offer

  • Intimissimi label and brand name
  • Support regarding the choice of the store
  • Exclusivity of the area (depending on the population of the city and the area)
  • The study on the construction of the store (architectural drawings)
  • The study on the shop equipment (shelves, drawers, counters)
  • The construction of the store from workshops in collaboration with the company within a fixed period of time.
  • The delivery of products (free shipping) from Italy directly to the store
  • Possibility of everyday orders and delivery of ordered products two to three times a week
  • Favorable payment conditions of goods
  • Possibility to return the goods (e.g. fashion products) at the end of each season
  • Option for supply arrangement equipment with leasing
  • Ongoing support for the store operation
  • Complete Computer System that monitors the store (e.g. monitoring the stock, invoices, and statistics)
  • Instruction to the Computer System and constant support
  • Business trip once a year in Italy (City of Verona) for the presentation of the company's new collection products
  • The air tickets and 2 nights’ accommodation costs for 1 person are covered by the company, without any financial participation of the franchisee
  • The initial training of the Franchisee and the staff of the store, for at least three weeks, in the company's headquarters and points of sale.
  • Constant training
  • Promotional material (product catalogs, window promotional materials, posters)
  • Nationwide advertising in high circulation fashion magazines
  • Local advertising (providing radio commercials and brochures)
  • No financial concern for the Franchisee in Advertising
  • Qualified staff during the opening period of the store and support from the company’s Regional Directors (roughly 1 person per 4 stores) that will often visit your store for assistance and advising purposes according to corporate policies

Franchisee profile

For the successful operation of an Intimissimi store no prior experience in the industry is needed. However, it is essential the franchisee meets the basics that guarantee the viability of the store:

  • Entrepreneurship
  • Insight and willingness to use an established successful system
  • Ability to work in the store on a permanent basis
  • Good management skills
  • Skills in communication and customer service
  • Compliance regarding the organization and operation standards of the parent company
  • Financial feasibility of the investment

TEZENIS +

Objectives

Today the Greek network includes 16 branches of highly aesthetic brand Tezenis, characterized by its friendly customer service as well as meeting customer needs using modern marketing methods and the most recognizable design.

The company is planning to extend the branch network of Tezenis in the next three years, in order to attract and therefore satisfy consumers in more commercial points across Greece. The company's goal is to maintain the high relationship between quality and affordable price, offering top services to our customers as well as to extend the Tezenis brand network in cooperating with independent entrepreneurs (franchisees) by providing the most complete support and training. For us, a trained and satisfied partner is equivalent to thousands of satisfied customers.

Why TEZENIS

There are several reasons for choosing Tezenis franchising. Today, Tezenis has been established (with more than 700 stores in more than 30 countries) in the field in which it operates and more importantly, has imposed its philosophy of sales on the market. Tezenis invests in its franchisees as each franchisee evolves both professionally and financially and contributes to the common goal which is the success of the network, having always an effective and continuous support from the company.

The advertising that is done nationwide, using print media such as magazines, helps in increasing brand awareness in the Greek market. The company’s assurance regarding franchisees is the constant help and support, since the Operations and Support team of the network is always close to franchisees for any possible issues concerning the store.

The advanced computer system of our network facilitates the operation of orders from Italy as well as the delivery of products.

Requirements - Financial conditions for Cooperation

  • Store in a main shopping street: 200 m2 (20 m2 plus storage), in cities with at least 100,000 citizens.
  • Right of Entry (Entry Fee) is not required for Tezenis system inclusion.
  • Approximately 1000 euros per square meter is the cost of creating a new store (including cost planning, transport and placement of furniture), payable in 60, 90 days from the start date. This cost can be funded through leasing (Leasing).
  • The cost of travel, accommodation and food for the staff that is forming the store in the province, is charged for the franchisee, after agreement.
  • Cost of computer equipment: € 16.000
  • Cost of initial merchandise: € 60.000 - 90.000, depending on the time of entry and the commercial point of the store, an amount that is payable in three installments in 60/90/120 days at the end of the month.
  • Bank Guarantee: € 100.000, issued to Calin AE / Tezenis to meet the obligations of the contract, which will be provided prior to the opening of the store.
  • There are no rights (Royalties) or involvement of the Franchisee in advertising.

Competitive Advantages

The competitive advantages of Tezenis brand branches and products are numerous and very important:

  • Modern design and store equipment
  • Pleasant environment
  • Wide range of products (designs, colors)
  • Wide range of sizes
  • Rapidly renewed range of products according to the latest fashion trends
  • Very good quality products
  • Italian design and high aesthetic products and stores
  • Very good quality / price of products (value for money)
  • Quality concerning customer service

The combination of the facts mentioned above, had essentially contributed to the rapid growth in the number of Tezenis stores and the wide acceptance of its products. One of the biggest advantages Tezenis has over its competitors is that offers same retail prices with the ones abroad.

Benefits to franchisees

The Tezenis brand franchisee, has the advantage of working in a demonstrated healthy business model, using methods that have been refined over time. The security provided to franchisees includes the name of a large, well established and widely known company, as well as factors such as guaranteed advertising support and increased number of customers are certainly a few of the reasons that justify the shift of business people investing through franchise.

Tezenis franchising offers to independent entrepreneurs the opportunity to own and manage their own business unit with reduced risk, using:

  • Tested and successful operating system
  • A recognized brand name
  • Expertise of the parent company
  • Nationwide promotion and advertising
  • Continuous support from the Franchisor
  • Experience from other members of the network
  • New products and Services

What we offer

  • Tezenis label and brand name
  • Support regarding the choice of the store
  • Exclusivity of the area (depending on the population of the city and the area)
  • The study on the construction of the store (architectural drawings)
  • The study on the shop equipment (shelves, drawers, counters)
  • The construction of the store from workshops in collaboration with the company within a fixed period of time.
  • The delivery of products (free shipping) from Italy directly to the store
  • Possibility of everyday orders and delivery of ordered products two to three times a week
  • Favorable payment conditions of goods
  • Possibility to return the goods (e.g. fashion products) at the end of each season
  • Option for supply arrangement equipment with leasing
  • Ongoing support for the store operation
  • Complete Computer System that monitors the store (e.g. monitoring the stock, invoices, and statistics)
  • Instruction to the Computer System and constant support
  • Business trip once a year in Italy (City of Verona) for the presentation of the company's new collection products
  • The air tickets and 2 nights’ accommodation costs for 1 person are covered by the company, without any financial participation of the franchisee
  • The initial training of the Franchisee and the staff of the store, for at least three weeks, in the company's headquarters and points of sale.
  • Constant training
  • Promotional material (product catalogs, window promotional materials, posters)
  • Nationwide advertising in high circulation fashion magazines
  • Local advertising (providing radio commercials and brochures)
  • No financial concern for the Franchisee in Advertising
  • Qualified staff during the opening period of the store and support from the company’s Regional Directors (roughly 1 person per 4 stores) that will often visit your store for assistance and advising purposes according to corporate policies

Franchisee profile

For the successful operation of a Tezenis store no prior experience in the industry is needed. However, it is essential the franchisee meets the basics that guarantee the viability of the store:

  • Entrepreneurship
  • Insight and willingness to use an established successful system
  • Ability to work in the store on a permanent basis
  • Good management skills
  • Skills in communication and customer service
  • Compliance regarding the organization and operation standards of the parent company
  • Financial feasibility of the investment