Start a HobbyTown USA® Franchise Business

HobbyTown USA®

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Childhood Dreams, meet Entrepreneurial Ambition!

Business or play? When you're in the business of play sometimes it's hard to tell the difference! Nevertheless we at HobbyTown USA® take what we do seriously. Our ranking as the largest hobby franchise in the world is evidence of that. If you're looking for a franchise business that's fun and challenging, HobbyTown USA® may be the one. Together we can bring smiles to people's faces - none bigger than the one you'll see in the mirror every morning!

HobbyTown USA® is widely regarded as a leader in the retail hobby industry. We are ranked annually in the Entrepreneur 500 list, and Success magazine has listed us as one of its top 100 franchises. HobbyTown USA® was recently selected as a GI Jobs Military Friendly Franchise, putting us in the top 10 percent of all franchises nationwide who provide jobs for military veterans. HobbyTown USA® is unique, a business unlike the average hobby store.

We are constantly testing new products to increase store sales. We grow through innovative ideas and exceptional marketing strategies. Our goal is to spot new entertainment products and be the number one source before anyone else notices the potential. We are here for you when you need us. We love every aspect of the hobby business.

"The hobby industry has seen a lot of changes in the past 20 years. Thrilling new hobby lines have emerged, like ready-to-run radio controlled vehicles, inspiring strategy games and backyard electric airplanes. But what has not changed is that our stores are all about customers being able to walk in and select a terrific hobby product that will offer hours of family enjoyment for little investment." - Thom Walla, Co-Founder, HobbyTown USA®

Benefit from outstanding experience, know-how and support

HobbyTown USA® has special agreements with distributors and manufacturers so you can get products on your shelves quickly and at a lower cost because of our buying power. We have trained staff to assist you with questions on anything from our product line to business operations. We have an exclusive point-of-sale (POS) system and we provide you with monthly financials to assist you in running your business. In addition, we organize an annual owners' convention and trade show where you learn what is going on in the industry and see the latest and greatest products hitting the market.

HobbyTown USA® provides extensive franchise services, from initial planning and ongoing training to site selection support and lease negotiation assistance.

Our training consists of three phases. First, you will work and train for at least one week at one of our locations. Then you will come to the home office for a week of business training. Phase three consists of onsite training lasting almost three weeks at your store during the opening period.

We offer a comprehensive turnkey marketing program including media buying, graphic design, individual marketing plans and budget assistance. Our marketing department produces professional print, web and broadcast materials that will effectively market your store.

HobbyTown USA® also invests heavily in state-of-the-art technology platforms that help each franchisee reach markets that might not have been possible otherwise. We have a full online e-commerce platform that is supported by the home office web development team, a proprietary social networking platform, and social media staff who will help you create an executable monthly plan for your store.

No hobby experience is required to own a HobbyTown USA®. It is important that you have an interest in hobbies since you will be working with customers who are passionate about their hobby. It is more important that you have at least two years experience managing people or owning your own business.

Contact us today to take the first step to owning your own HobbyTown USA® store!

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