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Tea Room Business Plan

Jasmine Teahouse

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Company Summary

2.0 Company Summary

Jasmine Teahouse is a start-up business on a well-trafficked street in Simsbury, CT. Our primary focus is in the over 50 kinds of loose tea we offer, including black teas, green teas, herbal teas (infusions), and flavored teas (black or green tea plus other flavors). We serve our teas hot and iced, and sell loose teas by the ounce.

In addition, we sell premium chocolates and gift baskets, and offer daily pastries to accompany tea orders. Since we are not intending to compete with coffee giants such as Starbucks, we brew only one kind of coffee daily, as a courtesy to our customers.

About Simsbury

Simsbury is one of Connecticut's oldest communities, incorporated in 1670. The population in Simsbury has grown from 5,000 in 1950 to today's population of over 23,000. While Simsbury has seen some development, the town is committed to maintaining its rural environment and historic charm. Simsbury old New England appeal has also made it a popular tourist destination for residents of Hartford, Boston and New York City.

Simsbury has four State parks, several wildlife habitats, and Talcott Mountain, a great hiking destination. Tourists flock to Simsbury in all four seasons for outdoor activities, historic sightseeing, and shopping. In Summer, the Talcott Mountain Music Festival draws crowds from Hartford, and in Autumn, the city-dwelling "leaf-peepers" stop to enjoy our antiques and craft fairs. Winter brings cross-country skiiers, candlelight tours of the historic downtown, and ice skating, while Spring introduces the Simsbury Light Opera season and the River Run Road Race.

2.1 Company Ownership

As a Limited Liability Company in the State of Connecticut, ownership of Jasmine Teahouse is identified as belonging to its managers. These partners, Earl Grey and Lady Grey, each control 50% of the business.

Earl Grey has five years of experience managing a successful boutique coffeehouse in a similar locale in Maryland. His love and knowledge of teas will make the transition to owning and running a teahouse a natural step. Lady Grey has 3 years of training as an herbalist and worked for 4 years as a teatender in Boston. She is currently training to be a nutritionist; her knowledge of the health benefits of tea will help our marketing and sales efforts.

2.2 Start-up Summary

Equipment and Stock will make up 75% of start-up requirements. Leasehold improvements and general expenses comprise the remaining 25%. The owners are contributing £10,330 of investment to the business. We need a total of £63,963, and are seeking a long-term loan of £53,633; we plan to pay this loan back in full within 6 years, at a 9.25% interest rate.

Fixed assets, £13,808

• Refrigerated Chocolate Case: £3,500
• Tea Racks: £2,300
• Coffee Maker: £908
• Hot Water and Steam machine: £1,100
• Dishwasher: £3,000
• Other Hardware & Appliances: £3,000

Current assets, £6,605

• Coffee Grinder: £564
• Iced Tea Shakers: £541
• Furniture: £5,500

Expensed Supplies, £1,200

• Serviettes, Stirrers, cleaning supplies, tea-balls, tasting cups

Start-up

Start-up
Requirements
Start-up Expenses
Legal	£750
Stationery etc.	£800
Brochures	£200
Insurance	£500
Rent	£3,000
Leashold Improvements	£10,000
Start-up Supplies	£1,200
Dishes, Teacups, Teapots	£2,000
Other	£100
Total Start-up Expenses	£18,550
Start-up Assets
Cash Required	£15,000
Start-up Stock	£10,000
Other Current Assets	£6,605
Fixed assets	£13,808
Total Assets	£45,413
Total Requirements	£63,963

Start-up Funding

Start-up Funding
Start-up Expenses to Fund	£18,550
Start-up Assets to Fund	£45,413
Total Funding Required	£63,963
Assets
Non-cash Assets from Start-up	£30,413
Cash Requirements from Start-up	£15,000
Additional Cash Raised	£0
Cash Balance on Starting Date	£15,000
Total Assets	£45,413
Liabilities and Capital
Liabilities
Current Borrowing	£0
Fixed liabilities	£53,633
Accounts Payable (Outstanding Bills)	£0
Other Current Liabilities (interest-free)	£0
Total Liabilities	£53,633
Capital
Planned Investment
Owners	£10,330
Other	£0
Additional Investment Requirement	£0
Total Planned Investment	£10,330
Loss at Start-up (Start-up Expenses)	(£18,550)
Total Capital	(£8,220)
Total Capital and Liabilities	£45,413
Total Funding	£63,963

Start-up