Cosby Carter
Ft. Benning, GA (USA)
Role(s):
Founder/Owner/Principal
The Grid: Specialty Training Gym
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Location:
Fort Benning
Industry:
Sports/Recreation
Year Founded:
2012
Number Employees:
1-10 people
Business Stage:
Creation/Idea
Entity Type:
Limited Liability Company
Description:
The Grid is a multi-sport fitness center set to operate in Savannah, Georgia. We will specialize in targeted training programs, category specific training modules, diet and nutrition services, and a number of revenue earning sports leagues that are open to members and the public. Our establishment will also accommodate an outdoors obstacle course. The Grid's mission is to provide the latest and best in workout technology, equipment, and practices. Not only will our staff be involved in the progress of our patrons, we plan to reward our members and customers for their hard work through reward programs, individualize and group support from personal trainers, as well as incentives. The Grid will be a fun place to achieve your fitness goals, and also the best place to do so.
Our goals are as follows:
- Generate 250,000 minimum in sales within the first year
- Achieve agreed returns on investment
- Successfully prepare for the launch of our first sports league season, by the sixth month of operations
- Obtain 1000 memberships in year one
The funds we gain from investors will be used to hire and train our staff, purchase equipment, support promotional activities within the first months of operating, and to implement marketing plans for The Grid and Grid Leagues.
PIN-POINT NEEDS AND USES OF FUNDS:
* Operating reserve funding
* Establishing lease agreement
* Purchase of general fitness equipment
* Purchase of specialize sports training equipment
* Lighting and interior decor
* Obtaining ad space and marketing (T.v., Radio, Website, etc.)
* Purchasing lighting, seating, booths, signage and other stage production necessities for sports league events