razazarak wrote:So...tell me if this sounds odd to anyone else. I talk with G&G and KWA to see what I would have to do in order to see wholesale prices and have a wholesale account. I get told from BOTH companies that I would need to first HAVE a place of business ("Brick and mortar store") to send them a picture of BEFORE I am eligible to see their wholesale catalog. So I need to HAVE a store (i.e. $10k down at least) before i can look at buying weapons and gear. It made NO SENSE!!! But they also said they could help me out when I get closer to the leasing of a property w/ all licenses required, etc. But still, whos bright idea was it for those looking to open a shop to first have the shop before filling it with product??
Anyway just wanted to update that I am trying to get ahold of manufacturers.
Jester316 wrote:razazarak wrote:So...tell me if this sounds odd to anyone else. I talk with G&G and KWA to see what I would have to do in order to see wholesale prices and have a wholesale account. I get told from BOTH companies that I would need to first HAVE a place of business ("Brick and mortar store") to send them a picture of BEFORE I am eligible to see their wholesale catalog. So I need to HAVE a store (i.e. $10k down at least) before i can look at buying weapons and gear. It made NO SENSE!!! But they also said they could help me out when I get closer to the leasing of a property w/ all licenses required, etc. But still, whos bright idea was it for those looking to open a shop to first have the shop before filling it with product??
Anyway just wanted to update that I am trying to get ahold of manufacturers.
Why do you feel that is wrong?
With the prevalence of the internet, some companies want to support actual stores instead of basement companies... Why are you looking for wholesale prices for rental guns? I would talk to established retailers and see if they wanted to give discounts to help get airsoft in the hands of more people, and to establish a reputable business that they can support.
razazarak wrote:Small update, I designed a logo that im happy with for now. Ill have it touched up another time down the road. Wanted to share it with you guys.
razazarak wrote:Hey everyone!! So my job is cutting my hours by half. My manager is trying to find me other work to do. But I figure it is also a great time to work more (and harder) on creating this arena! While im working on the business plan, I did some research on prices and came to these ideas. Obviously the prices will change based on how big of place this business starts in and how much accommodation it can do. So these price ideas are based on a decent size arena with decent accommodations. My question to you all, especially those who are a long way away, do you feel these prices are fair? Obviously I need to be able to make a profit, but I don't want you all to feel like im cheating you somehow. I like to try to be the best customer-friendly place...
Price ideas for Emerald City Airsoft:
Std. Fees:
Arena Fee - $20/3 hrs
$40 all day
Rental Package (Gun, 2000 BB's, Mask) - $30/day
Just gun - $25/day
Just mask - $5/day
BB's - $5/2000, $15/5000
Event Packages:
**NOTE: After events, equipment must be returned but can be re-rented in same day at half price of standard package (with renewal of BB's)**
Semi-Private Event - Base $300, up to 10 players, 3 hours, Public play in arena, private access to party room,
all equipment provided, Extras: $25/additional players, $100/additional hour
Private Event -Base $500, up to 10 players, 3 hours, Private play in arena, private access to party room,
all equipment provided, Extras: $25/additional players, $200/additional hour
Specials:
Military and Law Enforcement - 20% off package deals
Long Haul carpoolers - Any group of 4 or more coming from 2+ hours away with proof, the driver gets 20% off arena and rental fees.
Ideas for later special memberships:
Punch Pass - Buy 4 all day passes, get 1 free $160
Buy 4 3 hr passes, get 1 free $80
VIP Pass - stuff (Shirt, Cup...other ideas?), and 20% off all arena fee's and rental fees.
Other ideas will come as the business grows bigger and better!
razazarak wrote:And I also figured I would have map layout on each end so each team can come up with a tactical plan for certain gametypes. Speaking of gametypes, i have some ideas, and i will post them soon. Im going to start writing them down today and ill post them asap
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