Concept Description
The Naturals2Go proven program offers a comprehensive and “End to End” start-up to growth system including state-of-the art high-capacity vending machines, professional training and support, and flexible placement and investment options. This business opportunity is part of the $40.4 billion market called convenience services, or unattended retail. Vending is an essential service deemed by the federal government and a convenience service that continues to grow in demand when combined with advanced equipment, automation, and excellent customer service.
Our program includes two placement path options designed to match different owner goals, investment, and experience levels. Whether an owner chooses a true ownership approach from the get-go, or our supported placement program, every path includes guidance for machine placement, installation, 2-day professional in-person training, continued education program and personalized support and mentorship throughout their ownership journey.
- Semi-Absentee (keep your job and create and build income/wealth)
- Right Fit Program: Launch with Flagship, MVP combo vending machines and have the ability to swap out to portfolio product that best fits the location (i.e. Smart Cooler, Smaller foot print vending machine, coffee machines . . .)
- Simple Business Model
- Home Based
- No Employees required
- No Franchise Fees
- No Royalties
- Owners participate in the ownership structure of the business
- Part time OR Full Time -Easily scalable business model
- Unique Tax Benefits
- Military & Veteran Discount Program
- 100% American Assembled, Longest Warranty in the Industry, Full ADA Compliance
- Investment ranges: $47K-$230K (4-20 MVP machines in EVEN number of machines only)
- Naturals2Go offers a “Locating Warranty Timeframe” (1 yr) for all vending program packages. Currently available in all states EXCEPT: AK, AZ, FL, GA, CT, IL, KY, ME, MD, NE, NH, NC, SC, SD, TX, UT, WA (currently pending registration approval for this update). Full details of the Locating Warranty Timeframe will be shared with your candidates during the “Discovery Process”
Designed to adapt to changing economic conditions
There are a wide range of options to fit different locations and goals.
Testimonials
“The reason I chose Naturals2Go was because I was looking for something that got me out of the nine-to-five of a corporate job. I wanted to be my own boss. I wanted to run something that I could do from home…Naturals2Go is there to support you every step of the way. I didn’t know anything about starting a business and running it, and now I’m two years into it and couldn’t be happier.” – Miles Sage, Naturals2Go Owner-Operator
Publicity
Unit Option
Single, Multiple, Area Representative/Master Developer
Background
FDD Licensed Units: 3000
Corporate Owned Units: 15%
Projected New Units: 225+
Year Established: 1988
First Year Licensed: 2010
Type of Business: Business Opportunity
History:
History
Naturals2Go has helped hundreds of people launch and grow their own healthy vending businesses. We have the expertise for financing your new business, locating your machines, sourcing products, and managing inventory, and cash flow.
Our program has an established track record in helping operators start and grow their businesses.
We are a solid, debt-free company with almost 40 years of business success. We will help you with everything you need to get started. Our training program, delivered by some of the most successful vending people in the industry, comprehensively covers the key aspects of starting a business – from identifying your business goals to ways to expand your business quickly.
Background
- Year founded: 1988
- Number of Owners currently operating: 2,500+
- Number of corporate owned franchises: 0
- Almost 40 years in vending industry
- A+ Rating Better Business Bureau, Strong Midwestern roots/values
- Longest running vending company that is SBA approved since 2014.
- 180+ employees supporting owner operators.
- 50% of employees are “owner operators” or have been in the past.
- Majority of owners “reorder” additional machines after initial purchase
- US markets available: Registered in All States except MN.
- Canadian Referrals: NO
Availability
Territories: United States
Financials
Liquidity: $25,000
*Investment Range: $47,030 - $230,225
**Average Investment: $100,650 - $148,045
Provided by the Business Opportunity
Minimum Net Worth: $100,001 to $250,000
6 Month Cash: $5,000
Licensing Fee: N/A (not a franchise)
Royalty: 0.00
Royalty Description: Naturals2go does not charge any royalties.
Advertising: 0.00
National Advertising: 0.00
Ramp-Up: 4 to 6 months
Passive Ownership: Semi- passive at onset (they can hire a manager to run business)
Passive Ownership means the owner is working 15 hours or less per week in the business.
Passive Ownership Explain: This is a semi-absentee owner-operator business model, Many owners will grow to a point where they hire a manager to run the day to day operation.
Available Discounts
- Veterans
Discount Description: We provide all veterans with a $300 per machine rebate.
Training, Support and Assistance
Co-Operative Advertising: N/A
Site Selection Assistance: Available
Lease Negotiation Assistance: N/A
Length of Training: 2 days
Training Description:
Training and support program details:
- Two (2) full days face to face, professional hands-on comprehensive training at our training facility in Savannah, GA
- Business entity guidance, onboarding support, marketing bundle (website & materials)
- Machine placement paths:
- Owner-Led: lower investment, training and guidance for prospecting locations
- Supported: team approach to business development through our multiple methods of lead generation, business development and location finding on behalf, and with, the owner; includes training and guidance for prospecting as well (all successful owners eventually prospect on their own)
- Experienced Operator Success team and account manager support.
- Product support with technical equipment and software specialists
Cost for Training: Included
Site Selection Assistance: YES
Lease Negotiation Assistance: N/A
Mentor following training: YES
Length of mentoring Franchisee: Ongoing
Operational and Marketing Tools:
End to End Business Program
- MVP TECHNOLOGY with Remote Machine Monitoring
- MVP Technology with remote machine monitoring
- An all-in-one touchscreen device
- An online information management system
- Monitor the machine online – saving time
We have developed a Business Program that includes a machine that truly provides our operators with the best in class in every area, whether that be:
- The product delivery system
- The flexibility of products that can be offered
- The versatility of payment options
- The customer experience
- Security
- Technology
- Business data and intelligence
Personal Success Coach
The most successful operators Naturals2Go has produced never had any prior business experience and had never worked on a vending route. Professional Lifetime Coaching is key to the continued success of Naturals2Go, and our operators. We freely give you our 30-plus years of experience in starting and building vending businesses. Our entire support and coaching staff are existing Naturals2Go operators, so they work with the same equipment, encounter the same questions, and share the solutions and assistance with you freely.
You will have a direct line to your Personal Success Coach via phone, and you always have the ability to send a direct message to them from within our private online resource center; VENDPRO. There is never any charge for providing support to you or any of your company staff.
Financing Assistance: Available