FAQ's

Why choose NUTRISHOP™ over any other retail nutrition company?

NUTRISHOP™ is one of the fastest growing sports nutrition, weight loss and vitamin retail chains today. Over the past 14 years, the officers of NUTRISHOP™ have studied the trends and competition variables of the retail nutrition industry. We are confident that NUTRISHOP™ maintains an edge over the competition. Offering all top brands, guaranteed low prices and unparalleled customer service is the mainstay for our continued success. Being a license program and not a franchise positions NUTRISHOP™ as one of the most cost effective nutrition based retail chains to open.

Why open a NUTRISHOP™ vs. opening a store on my own?

In addition to our extensive in-store training program from staff members who have specialized in this industry for more than 14 years as well as ongoing retail and marketing support from our industry seasoned professionals, NUTRISHOP™ provides you with national buying power that enables you to compete with any retail nutrition outlet including the lowest priced internet based websites.  This is crucial to the success of any retail nutrition business today. All of the aforementioned qualities as well as many others which will be disclosed further into the process allow you to be profitable as a business owner while offering the highest quality, cutting edge products available.

Do you assist in the store location process?

Yes.  We offer full assistance with the site selection process and you have the freedom to decide where you would like your retail store to be located. The only stipulation is that it does not interfere with the territorial rights of any existing or “soon to be opened” location(s). We work directly with a commercial real estate broker that utilizes U.S. Census Data, consumer profiles and demographic research to assist you in your search.  This critical data coupled with key factors such as location visibility and local traffic counts will allow you to make an educated decision regarding your site selection.  This service is available to you at no charge.

Do I get an exclusive territory as a Nutrishop Licensee?

Yes. Your exclusive territory is based on radius and population.

What is the average size of a NUTRISHOP™ retail store?

We have stores ranging from 800 square feet to 1,500 square feet.  We can accommodate any size store.

Do you assist with the build out and also help in setting up my retail store?

Absolutely. Our Director of Retail Operations will guide you through the entire process.  Once your location has been selected, he will begin to set up a timeline of events that will end with the actual grand opening of your store.  Rest assured, your hand will be held through this entire process.

Do you offer training for new store owners?

Yes.  When you become a NUTRISHOP™ Licensee, we provide you with an extensive “in-store” training program that includes product knowledge, sales, marketing, merchandising, inventory control and more.  This program takes place here in Southern California and finishes off at our Corporate Office.  This program covers everything you will need to know with respect to operating a successful NUTRISHOP™ retail store.

Do you offer any marketing assistance?

Absolutely. Our graphic design department has a library of pre-designed templates for flyers, postcards, print ads, email blasts, posters and more.  In addition, our graphic design department can create custom designed pieces as well to fit your specific marketing needs.  You will have access to some of the most aggressive marketing campaign programs in the industry and the best part is that we pick up the tab for many of your graphic designed marketing needs!  In addition, our user friendly website www.NutriShopUSA.com is designed to drive customers to your store.

Do you offer any ongoing support once my store is open?

Yes. Our goal is to assist each and every store owner with their ongoing success.  We make it a point to regularly visit all of our store owners and assist in any way possible.  In addition, we are always just a phone call away.  We believe that doing right by our Licensees, we will do right for our company.  We recognize that the success of our company is dependent on the profitability and success of our store owners.  The ongoing benefits provided by our experienced management team will give you the competitive edge needed to succeed in this rapidly growing retail nutrition industry!

How much is the total start up cost and what do I need financially to qualify?

The total investment for a new NUTRISHOP™ retail store will vary based on factors such as size, location, rents, etc.  However, the estimated initial investment, which includes the one-time origination fee, first month’s rent & security deposit, build out, fixtures, computer, POS program, signage and inventory, is approximately $112,000 to $138,000*.
*To be considered as a NUTRISHOP™ Licensee, you must have immediate access to these funds.

Do you offer third party financing?

No.  You will need to acquire funding on your own.
 

Are there any monthly royalty payments?

Many franchises can charge anywhere from 5% to 9% royalties based on your gross monthly sales. NUTRISHOP™ is not a franchise and therefore does not collect royalty payments from the store owners based on gross monthly sales.

What if I already own a retail nutrition store…Is it possible for me to convert my store to a NUTRISHOP™?

Yes. Please fill out the online Application and be sure to note on the Application the name of your store and what city and state your store is located and representative will be in contact with you to discuss the details of this opportunity.

What is the next step in obtaining additional information regarding opening a NUTRISHOP™ store?

The next step would be to complete our Online Application and help us to get to know you.  This is the first step of our comprehensive qualifying process.  Once we have received your Application, it will be reviewed and a representative will be in contact with you for an initial telephone discussion.

Then, if you feel this opportunity with NUTRISHOP™ may be right for you and after you have met our initial qualifications, you’ll be invited down to our Corporate Offices in Southern California to meet with our team for the second part of the qualifying process.

After visiting our Corporate Offices, having had all of your questions answered, and having been approved for a NUTRISHOP™ License, the next step would be to secure your city or territory with a Security Deposit. This will secure your territory and prevent any other potential new store owners that may be interested from acquiring that same territory. If this is something you are interested in, do not procrastinate as territories are going fast.

Our goal at NUTRISHOP™ is to assist each and every one of our store owners in achieving success in this fast growing sports nutrition and weight loss retail industry. We want our store owners to know that when they become part of the NUTRISHOP™ family, they are in business for themselves… but not by themselves.

Take the next step to learning more about the License Opportunities with NUTRISHOP^TM by filling out our Online Application.