Business Description

Stark County Wellness Salon, 95% Membership Revenue

95% Recurring Membership Revenue Generates $115,911 Annually from a 2,400 Square Foot Multi-Service Personal Care Facility

Business Description

Monthly membership billing drives this operation. Clients commit to recurring tanning packages at discounted subscription rates, producing consistent cash flow that holds independent of seasonal fluctuations or walk-in traffic patterns. That structure accounts for 95% of $115,911 in annual revenue. Spray tanning services and retail hair care products generate the remaining 5%. The revenue model is predictable by design and has performed consistently across more than two decades of Stark County operation.

The 2,400 square foot facility sits in an established high-traffic retail plaza. Fifteen tanning beds, a stand-up unit, a red light therapy station, and a custom spray tan room with professional application equipment occupy the space. Every piece of equipment is operational and transfers with the sale. Point-of-sale systems and the full customer membership database transfer as well. The all-in monthly lease of $2,325 covers insurance, maintenance, and property taxes with no variable facility expenses layered on top.

Staff manages daily operations under documented systems. Current ownership involvement runs approximately 20 hours per week. That time commitment reflects a business that operates on procedure rather than owner presence, making semi-absentee management achievable with a qualified person handling floor operations.

The acquisition transfers the membership base, all operational equipment, point-of-sale systems, customer records, and Proctor site status. That designation allows the new owner to complete tanning certification on premises through a 4-hour course. No off-site training is required.

Business History

Stark County tanning operations at this location began more than 20 years ago. The original service model centered on traditional tanning memberships. Red light therapy was added as consumer demand for non-tanning wellness treatments expanded, broadening the client demographic beyond the core tanning membership base.

Proctor site status was obtained during the operating period and remains active. That designation allows the facility to serve as a certified training location for tanning professionals, a credential that independent competitors in the Stark County market typically do not hold. Annual revenue stands at $115,911 with SDE of $24,194. The business is offered for sale as the current owner pursues other ventures.

Potential Growth and Expansion

• Proctor site status supports a standalone tanning certification training revenue line. That service is not currently marketed or priced as a separate offering and represents immediate incremental income.
• Partnership agreements with hair salons, bridal shops, fitness centers, and travel agencies produce referral-based membership inquiries. Current ownership has not pursued those channels.
• Mobile spray tanning services extend client reach beyond the physical location with minimal equipment investment and no facility costs.
• Teeth whitening and beauty party packages fit within the existing 2,400 square foot footprint without structural changes or additional lease space.
• Adjacent county outreach expands the membership catchment area without equipment investment or facility changes.

Competitive Overview

The personal care services industry reached $13.2 billion in 2024 and is growing at 6.9% annually. Membership-based businesses in this category show strong performance, with 63.5% reporting year-over-year income growth. The red light therapy segment expanded 40% between 2018 and 2024 as wellness services gained broader consumer adoption across age and income demographics.

Independent tanning salons in Stark County compete primarily on price and location. Single-category operators do not match the combination of traditional tanning, red light therapy, and professional spray tanning this facility provides. A 20-year membership base represents retention depth that a new entrant cannot replicate without years of consistent service delivery. Proctor site status adds a compliance and training credential that independent competitors in the immediate market typically do not carry.

Key Highlights

• Annual revenue of $115,911 with SDE of $24,194 (20.9% margin)
• 20-plus years of continuous operation in Stark County
• 95% recurring membership revenue provides predictable monthly cash flow
• Monthly lease of $2,325 all-in, including insurance, maintenance, and property taxes
• 2,400 sq ft in an established high-traffic retail plaza
• All equipment operational and included; 15 tanning beds, stand-up unit, red light therapy, and spray tan room
• Proctor site status allows on-premises owner certification in 4 hours
• Current ownership time commitment is approximately 20 hours per week
• Reason for sale is other ventures; operations remain active

Financials Summary

Ideal Buyer Profile

Part-time ownership with consistent subscription income suits a buyer, couple, or small partnership prepared to manage a membership-based personal care business. $124,900 in available capital and completion of a 4-hour on-premises certification are the two entry requirements. No prior industry experience is necessary given the documented operational systems and existing staff structure. A buyer comfortable overseeing a subscription customer base at approximately 20 hours per week finds the operational model straightforward from day one. A qualified floor manager in place supports semi-absentee ownership for buyers who prefer an oversight rather than hands-on role.

Confidentiality Notice

A signed confidentiality agreement is required before financial details are released. Qualified buyers should contact the listing broker to request the full offering memorandum.

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