I'd like to start a distributership for wholesale snacks to market to the local tourist/gift shops and am looking for ideas on suppliers, products and general business pointers.
2006-06-30 02:47:35 · 3 answers · asked by toastposties 4 in Business & Finance ➔ Small Business
The best routes to take are to research the process of starting a business as well as the industry you're interested in.
I recommend checking out the SBA, Entrepreneur, The Start Up Journal & Nolo. All 4 are great informational resources for the new/small business owner. I posted links for you in the source box.
Associations may be a good avenue to explore as well. These organizations will address many of the thoughts, questions and concerns you'll inevitably have as well as many you haven't anticipated yet. See the source box for some relevant links.
Research, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can about the industry. Here are some book titles that are relevant:
* Start Your Own Wholesale Distribution Business (Entrepreneur Magazine's Start Up) by Entrepreneur Press
* Marketing Matters-Winning Strategies for Wholesaling by Dick Barnes
There are plenty of free informational resources out there. Check the source box for links to articles.
Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!
2006-07-01 10:56:15 · answer #1 · answered by TM Express™ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2017-02-09 23:33:44 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Great idea!
Do you know what Stonewall Kitchen is? It's this small company that cans jellys, jams, marmelades and such, then sells them to gift shops to sell there.
You could do something like that, or sell cookies to sell at gift shops or conveinence stores.
Good Luck to you!
2006-06-30 04:49:23 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋