Elizabeth Varnado
Shreveport, LA (USA)
Role(s):
Founder/Owner/Principal
Small Motel//Lodge/Retreat: future fitness theme
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Location:
Shreveport
Industry:
Sports/Recreation
Year Founded:
2013
Number Employees:
1-10 people
Business Stage:
Creation/Idea
Entity Type:
Not Incorporated
Description:
Purchase an existing small Lodge/Motel. Live in as manager/owner making improvements to the property to expand business. Expansion to involve making upgrades to better accommodate current guests which is predominately fishing/lake related. Provide services no other Lodge provides. Incorporate new ideas/services to attract a wider variety of guests/customers. (Preference working with the VA to hire Military Veterans for expansion projects). During the off season and when not full to capacity establish a program to allow Military, Fire, Police to have significantly discounted rates.
Within one year, expansion to involve designating a significant part of the business to becoming a live in style fitness/wellness retreat to include holistic health, personal training and relaxation techniques.