Take control of your future with Apollo Blinds, one of Australia’s established names in custom-made window furnishings.
Operating in Australia since 1988, Apollo Blinds has developed proven systems across sales, manufacturing, distribution, installation and customer service.
In 2018, Apollo Blinds formally introduced its franchise model, creating a network of franchise-operated territories and corporate locations. Today, the network includes 11 franchise partners and four corporate stores. Franchise partners benefit from the recognition of an established Australian brand while operating a local business within their own defined territory.
Franchise partners enter the business through a flexible mobile-first model, allowing them to build a local customer base with lower overheads before potentially expanding into a physical showroom.
You will offer customers a broad range of custom-made blinds, awnings, shutters, curtains and security screens, supported by Australian manufacturing, national marketing, qualified leads and an experienced head-office team.
Whether you are entering business ownership for the first time or looking for an established opportunity that can grow into a larger operation, Apollo Blinds provides the brand, systems and support to help you get started.
Begin with a mobile business and conduct consultations at customers’ homes. This reduces the overhead and investment required to establish the business.
Once your territory achieves sustainable turnover and meets Apollo’s criteria, you may apply to transition into a fixed showroom location.
Apollo operates with a tiered annual franchise-fee structure rather than taking a standard percentage royalty from every sale.
The annual franchise fee starts from $5,000 and is capped at $11,875, subject to the applicable turnover conditions.
New Apollo territories are generally established as mobile franchises.
The franchise partner operates from a branded vehicle and visits customers in their homes to:
This model allows the franchise partner to establish local demand without immediately carrying the costs of a retail showroom.
Any showroom transition is subject to Apollo’s site criteria and approval. The franchisee is responsible for the lease and additional establishment costs associated with the premises.(Apollo Blinds)
You do not need previous experience in window furnishings to become an Apollo Blinds franchise partner.
A background working with tools, home improvement, sales, construction or trade services may be beneficial, but it is not essential. Apollo provides training in its products, systems and operating model.
The strongest partners will combine customer-service ability with a willingness to follow the proven Apollo system. (Apollo Blinds)
Apollo Blinds provides a structured onboarding and support program designed to help franchise partners understand both the technical and commercial sides of the business.
Franchise partners receive approximately one to two weeks of structured onboarding, supported by additional remote training.
Training covers:
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Initial Franchise Fee: |
$60,591 + GST |
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Joining Expenses: |
Approximately $16,804 |
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Total Initial Start-up Costs: |
Approximately $77,395, excluding GST |
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Motor Vehicle: |
Not included. The figures assume the franchisee already has or separately obtains an approved vehicle |
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Franchise Term: |
5 years plus a further 5-year term |
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Local-Area Marketing: |
6% of budgeted wholesale turnover (expect Franchisee to spend) |
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Ongoing Franchise Fee: |
Starts from $5,000 annually, with additional tiered fees based on wholesale turnover |
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Maximum Annual Franchise Fee: |
Capped at $11,875 under the current tiered structure |
Having been an Apollo Blinds franchisee for almost 30 years, I can confidently say it was the best business decision I’ve ever made. The support and opportunities provided have been invaluable. So much so, that my daughter and son-in-law purchased another region a few years ago.
Our experience with our Apollo Blinds franchise has been exceptional. We’ve been so satisfied that my husband and I purchased the business from a family member who owned the franchise for 16 years. It’s truly a testament to the quality of the brand and the opportunities it offers.
The Apollo Blinds system simplifies everything about running a business. It’s so streamlined and intuitive that virtually anyone can manage it with ease. It’s like having a blueprint for success at your fingertips. We purchased the franchise three months ago and have made more money than we anticipated in such a short period of time.
My journey began as an employee of the Port Macquarie franchise, and fuelled by confidence in the brand, I took the leap to purchase my own franchise. The reach and reputation of the Apollo brand are simply remarkable. It’s incredible how much easier it is to close a sale when customers already recognise and trust the brand.
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