West Yorkshire based Chocolate fountain business with bookings……….

Let me explain that you are about to bid for one of the most professional and well known chocolate fountain businesses in the north of England.  If you are an existing operator looking to expand or simply a couple of friends who have decided that the idea of making good money working part time and having great fun at the same time is for you then read on, however, if you are reading this and are purely looking for information please stop now!!

Our company was formed by my wife around 2 years ago and is based in Leeds, West Yorkshire. In this period alone the business has achieved over 70 bookings worth in excess of £30k.  We are renowned in the industry for our excellent presentation and quality of product right from initial contact through to professional delivery with our excellent website being 1^st port of call for many www.thesexychocolatecompany.co.uk obviously we incurred set up costs of around £8k but there are no further purchases to make apart from your chocolate and dips for each event.

The business is sold with around 18 bookings for 2008/9 some of which have pre paid in full when booking and some have just paid a £75 deposit (all of these monies have been used for the ongoing costs, which is reflected in the low asking price)

In total as of  the 14^th of May, there is around £3100 in cash to collect from the existing bookings – not including any new bookings we take between now and the sale (of which the new owner will receive 100% of the money)   All bidders must therefore ensure that they agree to honour these by sending out letters to explain a change of ownership (with our help)

We have various adverts on wedding sites which will ensure a smooth flow of enquiries throughout the year and are 1st on the list for many top hotels when it comes to being asked to attend exhibitions in the area.  We have also used google's pay per click advertising which is an excellent source of leads and costs in the region of £25 per month but you can expect at least 4/5 enquiries per week - all of which I am happy to show you once the business has been purchased.

For the winning bidder we will either take them to one of our bookings and train them on the job, or arrange to train them in the comfort of their own home – either way you will be left feeling completely comfortable with the set up and dismantling of the equipment and 100% confident in attending your own events.

If it’s so good why are you selling?.............The answer is simple, we have recently launched two more business ventures that have also quickly grown into monsters which means we literally do not have the time.  We have thoroughly enjoyed our time with this business and can honestly say that the attention you receive at most venues is flattering to say the least.  The majority of bookings are for weddings in high end hotels, however, we have also attended corporate events and we have even used our fountains in various shopping centres throughout West Yorkshire.

The business is being sold as a ‘turnkey’ solution which basically means you have everything you need to hit the ground running including confirmed bookings in the diary for the best possible start.

We can provide many more images and details for interested bidders and the following list is an idea of what you can expect for your money (we have receipts and invoices for all purchases including fountains, website, design, stationary, logos, banners etc…our set up costs alone were around £8k)

1 x 44” British made Fountain with large Perspex surround and ‘sexy’ glow tube (not like standard fountains that sit on a table)

1 x 19” small fountain either to partner larger one or for smaller gathering, kids parties etc…

1 x set 500 personalised envelopes (for sending out confirmations or marketing)

1 x Set off high quality promotional leaflets around 1000+ left (would need to label over the old numbers)

1 x pack of letterheads (these can be re-done with your address or cover labels can be used – we will supply name etc of our design and print team)

1 x 7ft high quality brand new exhibition stand (cost £700)

2 x 5ft display banners (great for exhibitions or shopping centres)

1 x Professional website and e-mail address (info@thesexychocolatecompany.co.uk) with all address and telephone numbers changed for new owner

1 x Training manual to explain in detail set up and take down procedures (we are probably the only company in the UK that can set up in 20 mins and take down in even less – we will show you how!!)

1 x Barclays business bank account which I am sure can be transferred into your name – will check with branch manager for serious bidders

1 x Lots of designer crockery and dishes for maximum presentation

1 x Cooler boxes for fresh dips

1 x Whatever we have left in the way of dips and chocolate dependant on when the new owner is ready to take over

1 x List of UK suppliers for everything from Chocolate to napkins and skewers

1 x List of event organisers, hotel contacts and exhibition dates

There will be other things that have slipped my mind but I can assure you that everything will be included to get you off to the best possible start.

All the equipment can be collected from our home in Leeds after the auction and an average size vehicle is required although I am prepared to deliver if within a reasonable distance although I fully expect the winning bidder to have arranged to visit and view everything before confirming their final bid.

Any further questions please contact Glenn on 07525 649356

Good Luck!!!