Outdoor Lighting Perspectives

Available Nationwide
Cash Required

$50,000

Min. Franchise Fee

$59,500

Total Number of Units

126

Franchising Since

1998

Corporate Headquarters

Glen Allen,VA

CEO Name

Scott Zide

Overview

As North America ’s largest , full-service, outdoor lighting franchise, Outdoor Lighting Perspectives (“OLP”) does one thing and only one thing — outdoor lighting (and with a passion for perfection). The difference is evident in our premium quality materials, attention to detail, and consistently responsive client service. But the biggest difference is our professional lighting design , which adds the “wow” to the watts and gives our systems their stunning aesthetic appeal while satisfying clients across the country. OLP is the leading outdoor lighting franchise in the industry with 120+ locations and 200,000+ professional, outdoor lighting installations. We offer a robust business model focusing on Residential LED Low-Voltage Lighting, Holiday Lighting (Commercial and Residential), Commercial/ Hospitality Lighting Solutions, and our new revenue stream, permanent roof line lighting. The OLP business model boasts a quick ramp-up, strong gross profit margins, and a recurring revenue stream, making it an attractive home improvement franchise opportunity for entrepreneurs, investors, and home service businesses seeking an diversification opportunity. With a low initial investment and the backing of world-class franchise support, now is the time to take the first step toward becoming a proud Outdoor Lighting Perspectives owner..

Franchise Unit Trends and Revenue

Total Number of Units

126

New Units Opened

19

Average Unit Revenue

$710,816

* in 2023

Franchise Fees

Min. Franchise Fee

$59,500
Veteran's Fee: $50,575

Royalty Fee

3.5% - 7.0%
Gross Revenues

Ad Fund Fee

0.0% - 2.0%
Gross Revenues

Why Choose Outdoor Lighting Perspectives?

FEATURES | BENEFITS

The OLP opportunity offers a 25-year + proven success record with one of the most reputable, recession - resistant, franchise companies in the business.

  • High - Profit MarginS: Robust Item 19
  • Business-to-Client: Residential & Holiday
  • Business-to-Business: Hospitality & Holiday
  • Unlimited Growth, Potential Scalability
  • Home - Based, Operational Flexibility

Recurring revenue

  • Modest Start - up Costs, Low Initial Investment & Capital
  • No Electrical Experience Necessary
  • Vehicle Leasing Program, Leader in the Lighting Industry
  • Territory Protection Large , Protected Geographical Markets
  • Quick - Start Up and Onboarding
  • Outdoor Lighting Perspectives is the industry leader in outdoor lighting, and outdoor lighting is all that we do. Our robust business model at OLP encompasses for main revenue streams.

    1. Residential - landscaping, architectural, LED, outdoor lighting, custom design, installation, I’m going service and maintenance programs
    2. Holiday - Professional holiday lighting for commercial and residential properties including design, installation, take-down, and storage.
    3. Hospitality & Commercial - Custom design, installation, ongoing service and maintenance for hotels, bed-and- breakfast and commercial buildings.
    4. Annual Maintenance and Warranty Plans - Recurring revenue streams quickly become available as a franchisee builds their client base within their market. Recurring revenue comes from annual service plans on lighting systems and add-ons. History shows approximately 1/3 of our franchisees sales come from their existing client Bass.

    A key component of our model is a continued revenue stream obtained from our annual maintenance plans and add on programs. Our high-end client base is attracted to the ongoing service model we offer regarding the conservation of their lighting system. As a franchisee builds their client base, this “annuity” dramatically increases annually.

    Starting Costs and Investment Requirements

    Total Investment

    $99,675 - $214,200

    Net Worth Required

    -

    Cash Required

    $50,000

    Training and Support
    Financing Available

    Training and Support

    EXPERIENCED SUPPORT STAFF & FRANCHISOR SUPPORT

    At Empower Brands, you can count on unparalleled support from a smart, enthusiastic, and engaged support staff. Our team prides itself on the success and satisfaction of our franchisees. We are fortunate to have members of the support team that have come from being franchisees themselves, so they have come with a great understanding of what it is like to be out in the field. Empower Brands proudly offers a strong, experienced support team to assist our franchisees in all aspects of the business. Each franchisee will have the below representatives supporting them every step of the way:

    • Franchise License Coordinator
    • Onboarding Coordinator
    • Brand Marketing Specialist [Outbound Marketing]
    • Digital Marketing Specialists [Inbound Marketing Team]
    • Creative & Graphic Designers
    • Information Technology Support Team
    • Field Operations Specialists
    • Comprehensive Training Program [Headquarters]
    • Ongoing Training [Annual Field Visits to New & Existing Franchise Location(s)]
    • Pre-training Checklists & Post-training Field Visits
    • C.O.L.T. Training for Franchisee& Technicians (Beginner & Advanced]
    • Sales & Production Summer Training Classes
    • Annual OLP Owner’s Meeting [Summer]
    • Annual Empower Brands Annual Meeting [January]

    Ideal Candidate

    No lighting design or electrical experience is necessary, we will train you on all aspects of the business. The desired OLP candidate will ideally be client service oriented, fun-loving by nature, a sales, marketing, design, and networking enthusiast, independent thinkers, who are ultimately capable of following a proven marketing and business model. Should show proven professional success, history, financially qualified, and perhaps, most importantly, the individual who enjoys the fun and adventure of owning his or her future.

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