Training & Support from Winmark®
Getting the Franchise Resources You Need to Thrive
Play It Again Sports® is part of a franchise system that has been supporting unique retail franchise opportunities since 1988. If you don’t have a retail background—don’t worry! Most of our new franchisees do not come from retail which is why our experienced training team is so important. The first thing you’ll notice about our team is the excitement and passion they bring to the training process.
Want to learn more about the training and support you'll have access to as a Play It Again Sports franchisee? Contact us today!
Our Training Program
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Business
PlanningBusiness Planning
• Banks today want to see a solid business plan with a strong financial plan and committed ownership.
• Winmark will help you build that plan based on our years of experience.
• One full day of training is dedicated to building a detailed three-year plan and written narrative.
• Together, these tools create a financial strategy for you to share with the bank to obtain financing.
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Retail Site
SelectionRetail Site Selection• Training on site criteria such as economics, size, visibility, parking and co-tenants
• Lease information training including retail terminology, lease basics and hiring a broker
• Provide necessary information to landlord
• Monitor the progress from letter of intent to lease signing
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Product Knowledge and TrainingProduct Knowledge and Training
• Product knowledge training on sports and fitness equipment
• Education on all the latest equipment in each category
• Detailed hands on training of what to buy and how to buy it
Winmark's® support of its franchisees does not end with our initial training program. We're invested in the success of our franchise partners and make sure they continue to have the help and resources they need to make their Play It Again Sports location as successful as possible.
Our franchisees can always expect to have access to:
Field Operations Consulting
Looking for a small business consultant ready to help you grow your Play It Again Sports business and reach your personal goals? Look no further. Winmark’s Field Operations Managers are retail experts with years of experience from some of the top retailers like, Target®, J, Best Buy®, Old Navy®, Kohl’s® and more. They’re your front line partner and liaison to the rest of the home office team.
Marketing and Advertising
The marketing team is dedicated to delivering professionally produced television and radio commercials, digital and social marketing assets, event marketing materials, local store marketing programs, and so much more. As a Winmark franchisee, you will also have access to a preferred marketing vendor experienced in working with the Play It Again Sports brand. They’ll work with you to lay out a marketing plan, ensuring your marketing dollars are spent in the right places to generate the best return on your investment.
Ready to take your first step in applying for one of our Play It Again Sports franchise businesses? Fill out our qualification form today!
Play It Again Sports Store Owners Love to Franchise with Winmark
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"The grand opening was amazing. We ended up breaking the grand opening sales record for all of Play It Again Sports franchises; and having Winmark come out to the store for the grand opening to be there with us was invaluable."
- Erich K.
Learn About the Process
Discover the step-by-step journey to becoming a franchise owner. From meeting requirements to joining the brand, we'll guide you through the process. Start your exciting entrepreneurial journey today!
