Profiles of Kumon Learning Center, Philippine Seven Corporation, and Reyes Hair Company International, Inc.
Name of Franchise: Kumon Learning Center
Industry: Educational/ School
Brief History:
Kumon is an international learning method taught by its licensed instructors. It is the instructors who run and manage Kumon Learning Centers in 45 countries, including the Philippines. Kumon Learning Center has been continually ranking high among low-investment Philippine franchises. Worldwide, it is among the top 25 best franchise companies.
Known For:
Kumon Learning Centers are known for specialized instruction that supplement a child’s formal schooling.
Business Prospects:
With demands in school getting more and more complicated, parents have turned to Kumon to assist in their child’s learning needs. The company has properly marketed itself to its niche market, with ideally located center near middle class residential areas.
Website: http://www.kumon.com.ph/kumoncenters.php
Contact Information for Franchising Inquiries:
729-7090 / 741-4888
Name of Franchise: Philippine Seven Corporation
Industry: Retail goods
Brief History:
Philippine Seven Corporation was founded in 1982 but suffered through the political crises in the country. It had the license run 7-Eleven convenience stores through out the country. It was only in 1984 when it opened its first branch – things moved slowly because of local politics. This eventually picked up starting in 1988. It has become one of the more prominent 24/7 convenience stores in the country.
Known For:
Philippine Seven Corporation is known for 7-Eleven, the 24/7 convenience store.
Business Prospects:
Changing metropolitan lifestyles has boosted the viability of 24/7 convenience stores in the country. Prospects remain positive.
Website: http://www.7-eleven.com.ph/about711.php?title=Corporate%20History
Contact Information for Franchising Inquiries:
The Franchise Manager, Philippine Seven Corporation:7th Floor, Columbia Tower, Ortigas Ave., near corner EDSA, Mandaluyong City; +63 (02)726-9968 / +63 (920)950-8651 / Fax +63 (02)705-5229; franchising@7-eleven.com.ph
Name of Franchise: Reyes Hair Company International, Inc.
Industry: Personal Care
Brief History:
The Reyes Haircutters, a brainchild of Les Reyes, was founded in January 2001. In a couple of years after its inception, the company had its first franchise. It now enjoy a 200 branches strong national presence, plus a branch in London and future branches in Qatar, Doha and the United States.
Known For:
Reyes Hair Company International, Inc. is known for affordable haircuts and hair treatments.
Business Prospects:
The company has expertly established itself alongside its two other big competitors. There is reliable prospects for the company’s continued success.
Website: http://www.reyeshaircutters.com
Contact Information for Franchising Inquiries:
Franchise Department: E. Rodriguez corner Tomas Morato, Quezon City; 725-0584 loc. 18 / Fax 727-9606; rhc_franchisedept@yahoo.com
Les Reyes, President & CEO or Jho G. Barbosa, Franchise Development Manager: (632) 912-7359 / 913-6250 / 913-5111 / Fax (632) 913-6252; reyeshaircutters@yahoo.com
