Selfie WRLD CBUS | Application Preview
Selfie WRLD CBUS is applying for government grants to support their business development. The planned funding of $50,000 will cover various expenses: $3,000 for painting, $3,000 to $5,000 for signage, $2,000 for advertising (including social media ads and promotional materials), and $5,000 for furniture and photography inventory.
The five-year business plan focuses on community engagement and market expansion. Selfie WRLD CBUS aims to partner with local schools, professional teams, businesses, and charities to provide photography services for team building, portfolios, and fun events. Additionally, they plan to collaborate with local modeling agencies and animal shelters to enhance the visibility of adoptable pets through professional photography. The business will also host events to support and recognize emerging entrepreneurs.
The applicant's previous experience includes working with an Amazon delivery partner, where they held roles in training, dispatch management, inventory, and van maintenance. Their creative background is supported by early exposure to arts and event planning, which has equipped them with skills in design, management, customer service, and audience engagement. This experience is expected to play a significant role in the success of Selfie WRLD CBUS as they plan to host numerous events and interact with customers regularly.
Competitively, Selfie WRLD CBUS faces challenges from local businesses like Viral Columbus and Selfie Town 614, as well as other photography studios. However, the franchise model sets it apart, benefiting from international brand recognition with over 30 locations. Unique offerings include full studio rentals for events and a private room for activities like birthday parties and makeup classes. The business has already received strong interest on social media from potential partners, including pet adoption agencies and musicians.
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General Information
Business Registration Number: 87-1415159
Location: COLUMBUS, OH, United States
Length of Operation: Not open yet. Became
Number of Employees:
Annual Gross Income:
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Open to Loans: YES
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Funding Usage
I have received a Buildout quote of $50,000. $3,000 will be used for painting expenses. $3,000-5,000 will be used for signage. $2,000 will go towards advertising such as social media ads, cups, bags, etc. $5,000 will go towards furniture and photography inventory.
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Business Plan
Within the next 5 years I plan to grow my business by getting the community involved. I would focus on market expansion by taking my photography business to schools, local and also charity events. School teams, professional teams and businesses would be able to come and take pictures for team building, for portfolios or simply just for fun. I would also partner with local modeling agencies and animal shelters. This will help animals that have been rescued. They will be able to come and get nice quality photos which would increase adoption. I would also like to host events to get other up and coming entrepreneurs recognition. Prior to becoming a franchisee of Selfie WRLD CBUS, I worked for a delivery service partner of Amazon. Where I performed a wide range of tasks. From being a driving trainer, managing dispatch operations, inventory, and van maintenance assistance. I've always been creative. I was able to express my creativity at an early age. Growing up, my mother was a stay at home mom where she played a huge role in introducing me to my creative side. I attended a culinary arts program in high school where I was exposed to cake decorating. Cake decorating helped develop my creativity even further. I also have event design experience. I have facilitated numerous events for family and friends. This would require me to ensure the target audience is engaged and that the event is marketed properly. Event planning has also broadened my experience with designing, management skills, communication, customer service and to become client/ audience focused. This experience will be a huge contribution to my new business Selfie WRLD CBUS where I will also host a wide range of events and engage in customer interaction on a daily basis. I have decided to step out on faith and I am ready to share my creative visions with everyone. I wish to inspire others to always chase their dreams.
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Self Identified Competition
My three top competitions are Viral Columbus and Selfie town 614 which are other businesses who offer photo backgrounds. The third competitor would be any other studio that offers photography. I am different than my competitors because my business is a franchise. The brand is known world wide with 30+ locations. My business also offers full studio rental for events and parties. I will even have a private room where guest can host birthday parties, team building activities and even make up classes. I have had a tremendous amount of feed back via social media with companies wanting to partner up. Pet adoption agencies, musical Arties, and models/modeling agencies.
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