How did Mr. Quickie start?
In 1981, an enterprising young man pondered the fact that Filipinos do not just throw away old shoes and bags -- they look for someone to make them look new again. So why not a shoes and bags hospital? Shortly after, the first Mr. Quickie repair-while-u-wait shop opened in Pasig , the founder's hometown. Combining craftsmanship of good old zapateros and the precision and speed of modern shoe repair equipment, Mr. Quickie lives up to its name: it provides fast, high-quality repair work on shoes and bags -- makes them look brand new again.
How big is Mr. Quickie's operations?
From one shop in 1981, Mr. Quickie has mushroomed into a chain of 170 services shops all over the country. The number is still growing; through its aggressive Franchise Program, Mr. Quickie foresees a greater boom in its operations and business reach within the coming years.
How can I obtain a Mr. Quickie Franchise?
It's easy! Discuss your business plans with Mr. Quickie and obtain from us the Mr. Quickie Franchising Primer via fax or you can download it from this site . fill out the Franchise Application Evaluation Form (no obligation on either party). If you meet the initial qualifications, we will call you up to set you us for a preliminary interview. The process of leading to your owning a Mr. Quickie franchise begins.
How much investment do I need?
Not a lot! How much investment you will need will rely upon some very important fixed and variable assumptions. Each of Mr. Quickie's 170 successful shops is a proof that with a reasonable investment, the returns are high.
Is financing available?
Yes! Mr. Quickie's in-house financing allows you to own a fully-equipped outlet at a very minimal cash requirement on your part. You can avail of any existing promos we have or settle for our 12 or 24 months financing scheme.
Or, if you prefer, bank loan facilities are also located at your disposal. We can assist you in obtaining a loan from any bank of your choice. Please inquire for more details .
Who will choose the location?
As a prospective franchisee, you may already have a site in mind, one which you feel is convenient for you or which you feel will "click"; having such a location speeds up the processing of your application. Mr. Quickie may also help you locate a suitable site for your shop. In either case, the site will have to pass Mr. Quickie's evaluation and approval. To help you even further, we have come up with a list of pre-approved spaces that are ready to be franchised. We also have a list of areas that we are currently seeking franchises in.
As a prospective franchisee, you may already have a site in mind, one which you feel is convenient for you or which you feel will "click"; having such a location speeds up the processing of your application. Mr. Quickie may also help you locate a suitable site for your shop. In either case, the site will have to pass Mr. Quickie's evaluation and approval. To help you even further, we have come up with a list of pre-approved spaces that are ready to be franchised. We also have a list of areas that we are currently seeking franchises in.
How big a space do I need?
Your space requirement will depend on the type of shop that you wish to open:
Counter Type - this requires an average floor area of 10 - 14 square meters. It does not provide for a customer waiting area. It takes 15 to 21 days to construct.
Parlor (walk-in) Type - this requires an average floor area of 15 - 30 square meters. It provides a front waiting area for 3 to 4 customers. It takes 21 to 30 days to construct.
What services and assistance will be offered?
Mr. Quickie will make available to you years of experience in opening and operating a shoes and bags repair shop. As a Franchisee, you will benefit from a turnkey system that includes:
A Fully Equipped, Ready-To-Operate Shop. You will use tested equipment and tools, work station, supplies, signages, service counters and business forms
Assistance In Business Registration. Mr. Quickie will show you how to secure permits, licenses, BIR receipts and so forth.
Complete Training for you and your initial shop workers on everything you need to know to run the shop smoothly.
Shop Opening Support. Mr. Quickie's back-up crew will be there to help you in your first 2 weeks of operation until you and your workers are ready to be on your own.
Quality Materials, Free Delivery. To maintain high-quality workmanship, Mr. Quickie uses only the best materials, most of which may be purchased exclusively from Mr. Quickie; your orders are delivered promptly to your shop for free within Metro Manila.
Business Forms. Mr. Quickie will provide you all the operating forms: job order form, sales records, inventory control, and other vital business forms for a trouble-free operation.
Advertising and Marketing Support. You will benefit from Mr. Quickie's advertising and marketing efforts, for your Shop and for the chain. Customers' awareness and patronage of Mr. Quickie service shops are therefore consistently high.
A Franchisee's Guide to Help You. Your Franchisee's Guide and information booklet specially designed for Mr. Quickie franchisees, will be your daily guide in operating the Shop.
Mr. Quickie Bulletins and Newsletters. >From time to time, you will receive Mr. Quickie Bulletins which contains announcements, tips, useful information and reminders that will help you operate the Shop efficiently and more profitably.
Visits From Mr. Quickie. An Area Representative will visit your shop periodically to offer helpful advise on your operation needs -- this way you have a two-way link with Mr. Quickie.
How soon can I start operating?
Personnel training and the availability of your site will determine this. On an available site, construction and equipment installation can be completed in 21 - 45 days. You can then immediately start to operate.