Placing protein-bar vending machines in independent gyms
Small footprint, cash business, low competition against Coke and Pepsi.
How it works
Independent gyms are underserved by big vending operators. A refurbished machine stocked with protein bars, electrolyte drinks and jerky earns steady margins if you can service it weekly.
Step by step
- 1Buy 2 refurbished machines ($1.2k each).
- 2Sign 60/40 revenue-share deals with 2 gyms.
- 3Restock every Sunday morning on one route.
- 4Add one machine per quarter until saturated.
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