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We are open to franchise in tier II & III cities; seeking partners: VLCC Group CEO

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 6 min read

Founded in 1989 by Vandana Luthra, VLCC Health Care Limited is the leader in the Indian beauty and wellness industry by market share in the total organized industry and has operations spanning over 301 locations in 134 cities and across 11 countries in South Asia, South East Asia, the GCC Region and ...

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Planning to launch our private label products soon: Joybynature Founder

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 7 min read

With the inspiration to add an iota of joy and well being to every individual’s life, Shailesh Mehta has conceptualised Joybynature.com in 2013, and teamed up with a fellow IITian, Rahul Amarendra Kumar who was compatible and capable enough to shape his idea into a full-fledged venture. WI Bureau spoke to Mehta to understand ...

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We’ve taken eCommerce route to improve our reach and visibility: All Good Scents

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 8 min read

With an elaborate 16 years of experience, Rajiv Sheth, CEO & Creative Director, Just Scents Private Ltd, has bagged ‘The International Young Perfumer Creator Award’ in Paris in 2000 for his ultimate creation in fragrances. Member of the ‘The French Society of Perfumers - Société Française des Parfumeurs. With an aim to offer range ...

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Shahnaz Husain to open de-stress centres with spas in hospitals

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 7 min read

After making adequate headlines and sensational presence into salon, beauty, academies and even products space, India’s leading beautician who is also known as the Founder, Chairperson and Managing Director of the Shahnaz Husain Group of Companies, the lady herself - Shahnaz Husain exclusively disclosed her upcoming business plans with WI Bureau. Unveiling ...

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Wellness franchising will surely bloom in 2015-16, predicts Jawed Habib

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 7 min read

Elaborate on your franchise model. What are the terms of Franchise in your business model? Please elaborate on the quit period offered to the franchisee. We have 500+ salons which are in a joint venture format. The balance is franchised. We take franchisee fees from them when they come on board. On a monthly ...

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Soon to open 5 more outlets in India: Anytime Fitness India head

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 3 min read

With over 3000 clubs successfully operating across the world, US-based Anytime Fitness chain had forayed into Indian wellness space in 2012. At present, the brand is operating in 23 countries and expected to be in at least 30 countries by 2018. With an elaborate presence in United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong, ...

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Plan to expand presence in 200 stores in coming months: Spawake India CEO

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 3 min read

Leveraged on its technical development capabilities and brand marketing expertise, KOSÉ Corporation has developed Spawake skincare product range with an extract of Japanese kelp (Laminaria Japonica) and sea salt, a common ingredient used in marine cosmetics. By protecting one’s skin against UV rays, drying and the harmful effects caused by environment, the ...

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Seeking franchise partners in small towns: Gold’s Gym VP

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 3 min read

Operating successfully through sub franchise model in India, Gold’s Gym has spread its presence via city, population and paying capacity. In an exclusive conversation with WI Bureau, Nikhil Kakkar, Vice President - Franchising Operations, Gold's Gym India, disclosed the brand’s expansion plans through franchising. “We work on revenue sharing model with franchisees, with a ...

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Franchising allows healthcare to reach patient’s doorstep, suggest Director TEAM

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 3 min read

Spread in an area of over 3000 sq ft, The Eye Associates, Mumbai (TEAM) is one of the best Multi-Speciality Eye Centres for a complete eye care under one roof. Centrally located in the Opera House area of South Mumbai, also known as the Medical Hub of the finance capital, the hospital offers ...

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We aim to skill over 250 students every year: Founder, Fat Mu Pro Make-up Academy

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 9 min read

Following her father’s advice of ‘just do it and stop talking about it, women entrepreneur duo Virginia Holmes and Natasha Nischol started Fat Mu Pro Make-up Academy in Mumbai. Aiming to train Indian make-up artists in professional make-up courses of international standards sans traveling to London or the USA, the academy offers technically advance ...

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