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Table  of  Contents  

1.  Table  of  Contents………2    

  2.  Confidentiality  Statement……….3      

  3.  Executive  Summary……….…….3  

  4.  Business  Overview………4    

         4.1  Mission  Statement………..4  

         4.2  Vision  Statement……….4  

         4.3  Goals  &  Objectives………..4  

         4.4  Keys  to  Success……….4  

         4.5  Organizational  Plan………5  

                       4.5.1  Business  Structure………..  5  

                       4.5.2  Expertise……….5  

  5.  Market  Analysis………..5  

         5.1  Industry  Analysis………..5  

         5.2  Target  Market……….6  

                       5.2.1  Target  Market  Rationale………..6  

         5.3  Competition……….7  

         5.4  Competitive  Edge……….8  

  6.  Marketing  Strategy………..8  

         6.1  Growth  Strategy………8  

         6.2  Communication  Strategy……….9  

  8.  Products  and  Services………..….9  

         8.1  Content  Schedule……….9    

         8.2  Immediate  Services………9  

         8.3  Future  Services……….10  

         8.4  Time  Allocation………10      

  9.  Financial  Management………11  

         9.1  Projected  Expenses……….………..…11  

         9.2  Projected  Revenue……….………...11  

         9.3  Break  Even  Analysis……….11  

                       References………12  

         Appendix………...……14    

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2.  Confidentiality  Statement    

This  business  plan  is  confidential  and  contains  proprietary  information  and  intellectual   property  of  Shamera  Robinson.  Neither  this  Business  Plan,  nor  any  of  the  information   contained  herein,  may  be  reproduced  or  disclosed  under  any  circumstances  without  the   prior  written  consent  of  Shamera  Robinson.    

 

3.  Executive  Summary    

Obesity  continues  to  serve  as  an  alarming  issue  throughout  the  United  States.  According  to   the  World  Health  Organization,  over  one  billion  adults  were  overweight  in  2010.  Four   hundred  million  of  those  adults  were  categorized  as  obese.  Furthermore,  over  two-­‐thirds  of   adults  in  the  United  States  are  overweight  or  obese  (RWJF).  This  is  a  concern  because   obesity  serves  as  a  significant  risk  factor  for  cardiovascular  disease,  type  2  diabetes,   obstructive  sleep  apnea,  and  various  cancers.  With  obesity  rates  remaining  high,  more   attention  has  been  given  to  energy  balance  (CDC,  2012).    

 

Energy  balance  is  defined  as  the  relationship  between  calories  consumed  through  eating   and  drinking  compared  to  calories  burned  through  physical  activity  (NHLB,  2013).  

Accumulation  of  excess  adipose  tissue  can  be  the  result  of  consuming  a  greater  number  of   calories  than  expended.  Promoting  moderate  physical  activity  can  have  a  positive  impact   on  calorie  balance  by  increasing  regular  energy  expenditure.  Furthermore,  encouraging   fruit  &  vegetable  consumption  may  result  in  healthier  eating  practices,  which  can  decrease   the  number  of  calories  consumed  on  a  daily  basis  (Epstein  et  al.,  2001). Coupling  an  

increase  in  fruit  and  vegetable  consumption  with  moderate  physical  activity  can  shift   energy  balance  toward  weight  loss.  Thus,  improving  fruit  &  vegetable  consumption  and   regular  physical  activity  can  effectively  combat  the  prevalence  of  obesity  (Fock  et  al.,  2013).    

Full  On  Faith  Nutrition  (FFN)  will  focus  on  healthy  eating  and  adequate  physical  activity  to   promote  weight  loss/management  and  chronic  disease  prevention.  More  specifically,  the   business  will  target  young  adults  in  faith-­‐based  communities  by  incorporating  faith  into  the   equation  for  healthy  living.  Branding  will  serve  as  the  first  step  of  the  venture.  Full  On  Faith   Nutrition  will  craft  a  website  that  offers  both  inspirational  and  informative  blog  posts,  as   well  as  podcasts.  After  the  brand  gains  exposure,  the  business  will  further  promote  a   healthful  lifestyle  by  providing  more  specialized  resources.  Future  services  will  include   nutrition  counseling  packages,  content/recipe  development,  wellness  retreats,  and  

speaking  engagements.  With  the  growing  influence  of  social  media,  there  is  no  surprise  that   younger  generations  are  constantly  looking  for  someone  to  follow.  Full  On  Faith  Nutrition   aims  to  add  a  diverse,  credentialed  voice  to  the  crowd.  

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4.  Business  Overview    

Mission  Statement  

Inspiring  communities  of  color  to  put  action  steps  behind  faith  for  healthier  lives  through   nutrition,  fitness,  and  spiritual  growth.  

 

Business  Goals  &  Objectives    

Short-­‐term  Goal  

Build  a  nutrition  consulting  company,  with  a  recognizable  brand,  that  offers  resources  to   bond  food,  fitness,  and  faith  as  a  means  to  promote  healthy  living.  See  appendix  I  for   complete  timeline.    

 

Objectives  

I. Design  website  that  customers  can  visit  to  access  published  resources      

II. Develop  &  edit  content  to  be  displayed  on  website  (ex.  blog  posts,  podcasts,  recipes)    

III. Create  social  media  accounts  that  can  be  used  as  a  platform  to  promote  the  company   and  build  following  (ex.  Facebook,  Instagram,  Twitter)  

 

IV. File  the  Articles  of  Organization  to  register  LLC  in  the  state  of  Georgia    

V. Sit  for  the  RD  exam  and  obtain  appropriate  credentials      

Long-­‐term  Goal  

Transition  to  a  full-­‐time  consulting  company  that  offers  specialized  nutrition  services  to   generate  revenue    

 

Objectives  

-­‐ Use  feedback  from  target  audience  to  develop  packages  for  nutrition  counseling   services,  speaking  engagements,  and  cooking  demonstrations.    

 

-­‐ Build  clientele  by  using  established  platforms  to  effectively  market  services    

-­‐ Complete  training  necessary  to  become  certified  diabetes  educator  and  fitness   instructor  

 

-­‐ Begin  responding  to  requests  for  service  and  inquiries  from  brands      

Keys  To  Success      

-­‐Partner  with  community  churches  to  capture  attention  of  younger  congregation    

-­‐Feature  interviews  with  well-­‐known  bloggers  and  health  experts  to  increase  site  traffic    

-­‐Provide  accurate,  timely,  and  relatable  content  to  gain  reader  trust    

-­‐Establish  open  line  of  communication  to  keep  audience  updated  and  to  document   feedback/concerns  

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5.  Organizational  Plan    

Business  Structure  

 

Full  On  Faith  Nutrition  will  be  a  privately  owned  limited  liability  company  (LLC)  that  aims   to  use  faith  as  a  tool  to  inspire  and  empower  communities  of  color.  Shamera  Robinson  will   act  as  the  initial  registered  agent.  The  LLC  Articles  of  Organization  will  be  filed  with  the   North  Carolina  Department  of  the  Secretary  of  State  by  February  1,  2015.    

 

Expertise  

 

She  shared  an  arena  with  25,000+  women.  She  felt  an  immediate  connection  with  these   women  because  every  person  in  the  room  actively  believed  God  for  something  personal.   Thousands  of  women  joined  through  faith.    

 

Shamera  listened  closely  as  the  speaker  began  to  call  people  to  their  feet  for  prayer.  The   speaker  called  on  women  dealing  with  diabetes  to  stand.  This  was  followed  by  cancer,   hypertension,  and  cardiovascular  disease.  Condition  after  condition  until  Shamera  was  the   only  individual  left  seated  on  her  row.  She  looked  around  this  arena  through  a  new  lens.   She  saw  thousands  of  women  praying  over  various  chronic  diseases.  At  that  moment,   Shamera  realized  that  she  must  join  her  faith  with  her  passion  for  nutrition  education  to   help  reach  the  women  standing  in  that  space  and  beyond.    

 

Shamera  Robinson  has  an  undergraduate  degree  in  biology  and  public  health.  Her  strong   foundation  in  science  was  further  built  upon  while  transitioning  through  the  MPH/RD   graduate  program  in  nutrition  at  the  UNC  Gillings  School  of  Global  Public  Health.  

Experiences  during  this  program  ranged  from  conducting  medical  nutrition  therapy  with   adults  in  rural  North  Carolina  to  performing  nutrition  counseling  at  an  all  female  

historically  black  college.  Shamera  has  also  completed  a  50hr  fitness  instructor  training   program  to  better  connect  nutrition  and  fitness  to  faith.  Her  various  experiences,  coupled   with  a  natural  ability  to  connect  and  collaborate  with  others,  place  her  in  an  ideal  position   to  use  faith  as  a  tool  to  encourage  healthy  living.    

   

6.  Market  Analysis    

Industry  Outlook    

According  to  the  Nielsen’s  Global  Health  &  Wellness  Survey,  49%  of  consumers  around  the   world  consider  themselves  overweight  and  half  of  those  global  respondents  are  actively   trying  to  lose  weight.  The  traditional  methods  of  diet  and  exercise  remain  in  the  spotlight   for  individuals  looking  to  drop  additional  pounds.  More  specifically,  83%  of  North  

Americans  who  are  trying  to  lose  weight  plan  to  change  their  diet,  and  nearly  as  many   (74%)  plan  to  exercise  (Nielson).  Health  has  become  a  top  priority  for  many  people,  and   millennials  are  most  likely  to  invest  in  a  stronger  future  (Nielson).  

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These  statistics  are  also  reflected  in  consumer  trends.  Sales  for  healthy  food  categories   grew  7%  between  2012-­‐2014,  while  both  semi-­‐healthy  and  indulgent  food  categories   declined  (-­‐3%  and  -­‐2%,  respectively)  in  North  America.  This  suggests  that  Americans   desire  a  shift  toward  healthier  habits.    

 

Furthermore,  consumer  healthcare  is  a  $502  billion  market  that  is  projected  to  grow  to   $737  billion  over  the  next  five  years.  This  growth  will  be  driven  primarily  by  preventive   health  and  wellness  categories  (Accenture).  The  outlook  for  careers  in  preventative  health   and  wellness  mirror  that  projection.  The  Bureau  of  Labor  Statistics  expects  fitness  

instructor  positions  to  become  readily  available  for  those  looking  to  enter  the  field.  The  job   outlook  for  dietitians  is  also  expected  to  grow  21%  from  2012  to  2022,  which  is  faster  than   average  for  all  occupations  (BLS).    

 

Operated  by  a  registered  dietitian,  the  company  will  fulfill  unmet  needs  in  the  booming   market  of  prevention.  Consumers  want  faster,  easier,  self-­‐service  ways  to  manage  and   improve  their  health.    Full  On  Faith  Nutrition  will  work  to  deliver  just  that.    

 

Target  Market    

Full  On  Faith  Nutrition  will  focus  on  women  from  20  to  45  years  of  age.  These  women  place   considerable  value  on  their  church  community,  and  would  love  to  invest  in  a  faith-­‐based   approach  to  incorporate  life  changes.  Through  trial  and  error,  they  have  learned  that  fad   diets  and  quick  fixes  will  not  produce  permanent  results.  See  appendix  II  for  a  deeper  look   into  the  life  of  our  target  costumer.    

 

Target  Market  Rationale    

 

Georgia  has  the  18th  highest  adult  obesity  rate  in  the  nation.  30.3%  of  Georgia  residents  are   classified  as  obese.  However,  a  major  concern  is  the  prevalence  of  obesity  among  African   American  women.  Based  on  current  statistics,  82%  of  African  American  women  are  

considered  overweight  or  obese  (DeCaille  et  al.,  2012).  This  percentage  surpasses  rates  for   White  and  Hispanic  men  and  women,  in  addition  to  African  American  men.    

 

As  previously  mentioned,  insufficient  fruit  &  vegetable  consumption  and  inadequate   physical  activity  can  negatively  influence  energy  balance.  Consuming  a  greater  number  of   calories  than  expended  leads  directly  to  increased  prevalence  of  overweight  and  obesity.   According  to  DeKalb  County  Health  Assessment  data,  85.7%  of  adults  in  Atlanta  consumed   less  than  five  servings  of  fruits  and  vegetables  per  day.  This  percentage  was  even  higher  for   African  Americans  (87%).  African  Americans  also  reported  greater  physical  inactivity   (29.8%)  when  compared  to  non-­‐Hispanic  Whites  (17.6%)  and  others  (16.3%).  A  decreased   rate  of  fruit  &  vegetable  consumption,  alongside  physical  activity,  demonstrates  a  need  that   must  be  addressed  within  the  target  population.  

 

If  not  properly  addressed,  obesity  can  lead  to  many  preventable  chronic  diseases  (Keener   et  al.,  2009).  Thus,  effectively  executing  a  limited  liability  company  that  highlights  healthy   habits  for  weight  loss/management  and  chronic  disease  prevention  can  eventually  lead  to   decreased  chronic  disease  risk  and  better  health  outcomes  in  the  target  audience.    

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Competition  

 

Full  On  Faith  Nutrition  will  use  a  faith-­‐based  approach  to  promote  healthy  living.  This   appears  to  be  an  untapped  niche  among  nutrition  entrepreneurs.  After  scouring  the   market,  a  competitive  analysis  was  performed  on  the  top  five  competitors.  Social  media   presence  for  these  individuals  ranges  from  a  high  of  36k  followers  down  to  double-­‐digit   numbers.  Impressive  photography  and  consistent  posts  are  shared  qualities  among   competitors  with  the  largest  following.  However,  only  one  of  the  individuals  listed  has   earned  the  RDN  credential.    

 

   

 

Outlet/Reach     Strengths     Weaknesses     Opportunities  Services/  

    Marianne  Liakos  

“Christian   Dietitian”  

 

Facebook  (585  likes)    

IG  (71  Followers)  

@MarianneRDN  

  Domain  

http://mliakos.juiceplus.com    

-­‐Clear  branding     (Easy  to  find)  

  -­‐Credentialed    

(RDN)    

-­‐Very  consistent  FB  posts     (Daily)  

-­‐  Juice  Plus+  Representative     (Product  pusher)  

 

-­‐Limited  engagement     (Weak  following)  

  -­‐Food  Photography  

-­‐Offers  Juice  Plus   products  

    Chelsea   Blackbird  

“The  Christian   Nutritionist”  

   

Facebook  (990  likes)    

IG  (113  followers)     Pinterest  (133)  

  Domain  

http://www.thechristiannutr itionist.com/about-­‐chelsea/  

 

-­‐Sunday  Sermons     (1  min  encouraging  videos)  

  -­‐Offers  nutrition   consultations  through  

website     -­‐Mom  of  Three   (Focuses  largely  on  family   and  lunch  box  friendly  meals)  

-­‐Certified  Nutritional   Therapist     (non-­‐RD)  

 

-­‐Website  lacks  appeal  and   readability    

-­‐  Offers  nutrition  related   resources  through  

Amazon  store  

    Lauretha  Ward  

“Mind  Shape  Up”  

Facebook  (14,567  likes)    

IG  (686  followers)   @laurethaward  

  Domain  

http://mindshapeup.com    

-­‐    Older  AA  woman  sharing   her  weight  loss  journey  

(relatable)     “Faith  Food”-­‐Photos   transcribed  with  encouraging  

text  

-­‐Health  Coach  (non-­‐RD)    

-­‐Outdated  website  w/  poor   photography  

  -­‐Product  Pusher  

-­‐Nutrition  (Recipe)  &   Goal  Setting  Blog  

  -­‐Weight  loss   supplements  and  meal  

replacement  shakes    

    Taylor  Kiser  

“Food  Faith   Fitness”  

Facebook  (17k  likes)    

IG  (14.2k  followers)     Pinterest  (36k)  

  Domain  

http://www.thechristiannutr itionist.com/about-­‐chelsea/  

 

-­‐Posts  consistent  recipes  with   gorgeous  food  photography    

 

-­‐Easy  to  navigate  website   with  clear  tabs  for  food   (recipes),  faith  (Sunday   reflection),  and  fitness  

-­‐Faith  seems  to  be  an   afterthought  to  recipes  and  

food  photos  

-­‐Possibility  of  fitness   infograph   -­‐No  clear  revenue   services  (contracts  from  

brands)  

      Khaleeqa  Rouse  

“Paparoxi”  

Facebook  (844  likes)    

IG  (4,763  follows)     Domain  

http://ww.paparoxi.com  

-­‐Uses  personal  photos  and   transcribes  inspirational  

photos    

-­‐Aesthetically  pleasing  site   with  clear  tabs  

 

-­‐African  American  young   woman  who  uses  her   personal  fitness  journey  

-­‐Inconsistent  blog  posts    

-­‐  No  true  nutrition  related   services  

  -­‐Health  enthusiast    

(non-­‐RD)  

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Competitive  Advantage      

As  a  graduate  from  Spelman  College,  Shamera  Robinson  has  had  the  opportunity  to   network  and  collaborate  with  various  women  of  the  African  diaspora.  This  has  created  a   support  system  based  in  sisterhood,  love,  grace,  and  faith.  These  interactions  have  both   trained  and  prepared  her  to  work  with  the  company’s  target  audience.  Furthermore,  she   will  be  able  to  offer  individualized  services  as  a  registered  dietitian  nutritionist  (RDN)  that   competitors  are  unable  to  provide.  Full  On  Faith  Nutrition  has  a  clear  niche,  an  

understanding  of  the  target  audience,  and  the  credentials  necessary  to  surpass  any   competition.    

 

7.  Marketing  Strategy    

Full  On  Faith  Nutrition  will  use  the  principle  of  faith  to  promote  proper  eating  habits  and   adequate  physical  activity  among  women  of  color.  Faith-­‐based  organizations  play  a  central   role  as  spiritual,  cultural  and  social  support  networks  in  African  American  communities.   According  to  the  Pew  Research  Centers  Religion  Public  Life  Project,  African  Americans   report  attending  religious  services  and  praying  more  frequently  than  other  ethnic  groups.   While  39%  of  all  Americans  report  attending  religious  services  at  least  once  a  week,  a   majority  of  African-­‐Americans  (53%)  report  attending  service  that  frequently  (Sahgal,   2009).    

 

African-­‐American  women  report  the  highest  level  of  religious  commitment.  More  than   eight-­‐in-­‐ten  black  women  (84%)  state  religion  is  very  important  to  them,  and  

approximately  six-­‐in-­‐ten  (59%)  say  they  attend  religious  services  at  least  once  a  week   (Sahgal,  2009).  Relating  to  the  target  market  based  on  shared  values  can  make  use  of   existing  networks  of  social  support  and  trust  necessary  for  promoting  and  sustaining   behavior  change  within  Black  communities  (Resnicow  et  al.,  2004).  

 

Growth  Strategy    

 

To  grow  the  company,  Full  On  Faith  Nutrition  will  do  the  following:    

-­‐ Establish  a  company  website  that  contains  engaging  multimedia  content  related  to   food,  fitness,  and  faith.  

 

-­‐ Collaborate  and  network  with  distinguished  church  leaders,  registered  dietitian   nutritionists,  food  bloggers,  and  health  experts  to  increase  traffic  to  website.      

-­‐ Engage  in  web-­‐based  marketing  for  the  next  year  to  generate  awareness  of  the   company  and  available  resources.  Online  presence  will  include  accounts  on   Facebook,  Instagram,  Twitter,  and  Pinterest.    

 

-­‐ Publish  consistent  written  material  and  create  an  email  list  to  increase  the  number   of  website  views  and  to  establish  a  traceable  following  

 

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Communication  Strategy    

Full  On  Faith  Nutrition  understands  that  the  needs  of  the  client  must  shape  resources   provided  and  services  offered  by  the  company.  Continuous  input  and  feedback  will  be   gathered  from  potential  customers.  Full  On  Faith  Nutrition  will  communicate  with   customers  using  the  following  methods:  

 

-­‐ Using  social  media  such  as  Twitter,  YouTube,  Facebook  and  LinkedIn    

-­‐ Providing  contact  information  on  the  company  website    

-­‐ Establishing  and  updating  costumer  email  list    

 

8.  Products  &  Services  

 

Full  On  Faith  Nutrition  will  unfold  in  increments.  The  first  year  will  be  devoted  to  branding   and  marketing  techniques.  Activities  will  include  website  development,  content  creation,   social  media  management,  and  network  building.  These  tasks  will  be  conducted  in  a  home   office,  and  twenty  hours  per  week  will  be  dedicated  to  completing  them.      

 

Content  Schedule      

Food  

-­‐ Recipe  w/  food  photography  uploaded  on  1st  Friday  of  each  month    

-­‐ Nutrition  related  article  posted  on  3rd  Friday  of  each  month      

 

Fitness    

-­‐ General  fitness  tip/challenge  announced  2nd  Wednesday  of  each  month  

-­‐ Interview  with  fitness  instructor  uploaded  4th  Wednesday  of  each  month    

 

Faith  

-­‐ Scripture-­‐based  inspirational  blog  posted  every  Monday  of  each  month    

(Social  media  material  will  be  based  on  website  content  and  updated  accordingly)    

Immediate  Services    

Nutrition  services  will  not  be  offered  during  the  specified  time.  However,  the  company  may   accept  invitations  for  general  nutrition  speaking  engagements  to  generate  revenue  to  cover   start  up  costs.  Full  On  Faith  Nutrition  merchandise  may  also  be  sold  to  further  enhance   brand  recognition.    

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Future  Services

   

 

As  Full  On  Faith  Nutrition  transitions  into  revenue  generating  business,  the  company  will   begin  incorporating  services.  By  the  end  of  year  2,  Full  On  Faith  Nutrition  will  begin   offering  nutrition  services.    

 

Nutrition  Counseling  Services  

Clients  will  be  offered  pre-­‐tailored  packages  to  select  based  on  their  need.  Diabetes,   hypertension,  cardiovascular  disease,  and  weight  loss  will  be  the  available  categories.  In   addition  to  individualized  nutrition  counseling,  clients  who  purchase  one  of  the  five   packages  will  have  access  to  an  e-­‐resource  guide  that  helps  to  measure  progress.      

Speaking  Engagements  

Full  On  Faith  Nutrition  will  be  available  to  provide  a  dynamic  dietitian  experience  for   nutrition  presentations,  faith-­‐based  conferences,  cooking  demonstrations  and  more.    

 

Additional  Services  

-­‐ Food  Styling  &  Photography    

-­‐ Content  Creation  

-­‐ Recipe  Development  

-­‐ Spokesperson/Brand  Ambassador  

   

Allocation  of  Time    

Task   Time  (per  week)  

Research   4  hours  

Writing   4  hours  

Editing  &  Uploading   2  hours  

Recipe  testing  &  photography   3  hours  

Social  Media  Posts   2  hours  

Product  Development   2  hours  

Develop  Plan  for  Nutrition  Services   2  hours   Responding  to  Inquires     1  hour  

Total   20  hours  

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9.  Financial  Management    

The  company  will  forego  focusing  on  revenue  during  the  first  year  to  brand/market  and   gain  buy-­‐in  from  the  target  audience.  This  time  is  critical  to  gain  consumer  feedback,   research  best  practices/methods,  generate  novel  ideas,  and  solidify  the  specified  niche.   Outside  employment  will  be  needed  to  sustain  the  part-­‐time  endeavor.  As  the  reach  grows,   Full  On  Faith  Nutrition  will  begin  offering  tailored  nutrition  services.    

 

Projected  Expenses    

The  anticipated  cost  for  the  first  year  is  approximately  $1500.  This  estimate  includes  fees   associated  with  website  development,  professional  memberships,  photography  props,  and   RD  exam  registration.  Several  personal  items,  such  as  home  office  with  printer/scanner,   were  incorporated  to  minimize  total  expenses.  See  Appendix  III  for  specifics.  

 

Projected  Revenue    

Full  On  Faith  Nutrition  Merchandise    

40  branded  t-­‐shirts  and  20  branded  canvas  bags  will  be  purchased  at  $297  ($4.95  per   item).  Based  on  competitor  pricing,  the  items  will  be  sold  on  the  website  for  $21.00each.   This  will  yield  $1260.  If  all  items  are  purchased,  $963  dollars  in  profit  will  be  generated.  A   portion  of  the  profit  can  be  used  to  restock  items.    

 

Speaking  Engagements  

Full  On  Faith  Nutrition  will  accept  invitations  to  deliver  general  nutrition  presentations   based  on  stated  expectations  and  time  required.  A  speaking  engagement  fee  will  be  charged   based  on  the  following  formula.    

 

Formula  

Time  developing  (time)  +  travel  (time)  +  presentation  (time)  x  hourly  rate  ($100)  =   speaking  engagement  fee  

 

Fee  subject  to  change  based  on  attendance,  registration  costs,  and  nature  of  event,   recording.    

       

Break  Even/cash  flow  analysis    

While  expenses  vary  by  month,  the  total  projected  start-­‐up  cost  is  $1537.  The  company  can   break  even  by  October  2016  with  the  sale  of  all  merchandise  and  collection  of  at  least  $574   in  speaking  engagement  fees.  This  will  cover  the  initial  investments,  and  future  revenue   will  be  marked  as  profit.    

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Appendix  I:

 Start-­‐Up  Timeline  for  Full  On  Faith  Nutrition  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TASK   Nov   Dec   Jan   Feb   Mar   Apr   May   Jun   Jul   Aug   Sept   Oct   Design  Website    

File  Documents  to   Register  LLC    

Sit  for  RD  Exam  &   Obtain  Credentials      

Establish  &   Maintain  Social   Media  Accounts   Develop  &  Edit   Content  

   

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Appendix  II:

 Avatar  Profile  

 

Sales  Representative  (AFLAC)    

Age:  28  

Location:  Atlanta,  Georgia   Education:  B.S.  in  Economics    

   

Melonie  is…      

-­‐ A  28-­‐year-­‐old  African  American  female  who  works  as  a  sales  representative  for  a   major  insurance  company  in  Atlanta  making  between  $30,000  -­‐  $65,000  annually.   While  deskwork  consumes  most  of  her  time  during  the  week,  she  always  sets  aside   at  least  two  hours  to  keep  current  through  Instagram,  Twitter,  and  her  favorite   blogs.    

 

-­‐ Very  involved  at  Ebenezer  Baptist  church  in  the  Sweet  Auburn  neighborhood  of   Atlanta,  GA.  In  addition  to  Sunday  service,  she  helps  lead  a  youth  bible  study  group   on  Wednesday  night.  Her  busy  schedule  does  not  leave  her  with  much  free  time.   Melonie  has  convinced  herself  that  walking  to  and  from  her  car  makes  up  for  the   lack  of  intentional  exercise.  Yet,  the  extra  pounds  she  has  gained  over  the  years  say   otherwise.  She  cannot  help  but  wonder  if  those  spare  pounds  may  contribute  to  the   list  of  reasons  she  is  still  single.    

 

-­‐ Ready  to  make  a  change.  Her  grandmother  recently  passed  away  from  a  severe   stroke.  Furthermore,  her  mother  is  struggling  with  diabetes  and  hypertension.  She   once  thought  that  gaining  weight  and  getting  “sugar”  was  a  natural  part  of  aging,  but   she  no  longer  accepts  that  notion.  Melonie  submits  daily  prayers  for  her  family,  and   realizes  it  will  also  take  work  on  her  part  to  ensure  change.    

 

-­‐ Excited  to  learn.  Waist  trainers,  body  wraps,  mean  greens..  you  name  it,  she  has   tried  it.  She  now  understands  that  there  is  no  quick  fix  path  to  honor  God  with  her   body.  She  is  not  sure  if  she  can  make  healthy  meals  and  worries  it  may  be  too   expensive.  However,  she  is  willing  to  invest  in  a  healthier  future  for  herself  and  her   family.    

 

Meet  Melonie  

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Appendix  III:

   Projected  Expenses  for  Full  On  Faith  Nutrition  

 

 

   

Expense  Analysis  2015-­‐16  

Professional  Fees   Expense   Times/year   Total   Month  Due   Paid  

RD  Exam   $200   1   $200   Feb    

GA  dietetic  license   $75   1   $75   Mar    

AND  membership   $50   1   $50   May   ✓  

NE  DPG  membership   $15   1   $15   May   ✓  

DIFM  membership   $20   1   $20   May   ✓  

NOBIDAN  membership   $10   1   $10   May   ✓  

Total       $370      

Business  Fees            

Register  LLC   $100   1   $100   Jan    

Website  (Squarespace)   $99   1   $99   Dec    

Domain  (Google  Domain)   $12   1   $12   Oct   ✓  

Total         $211      

Marketing  &  Advertising            

Business  Cards     $50   2   $100   Apr    

Phone  (personal)   -­‐-­‐-­‐   -­‐-­‐-­‐   -­‐-­‐-­‐   -­‐-­‐-­‐   -­‐-­‐-­‐   Electronic  Newsletter  (Mail  

Chimp  Free  Service)   $0   12   $0   Mar    

Total       $100      

Products  &  Services            

Promotional  Items     ($4.95  per   item*  60)  

1   $297   Aug    

Total       $297      

Supplies            

Desk  (personal)   -­‐-­‐-­‐   -­‐-­‐-­‐   -­‐-­‐-­‐   -­‐-­‐-­‐   -­‐-­‐-­‐   Computer  (personal)   -­‐-­‐-­‐   -­‐-­‐-­‐   -­‐-­‐-­‐   -­‐-­‐-­‐   -­‐-­‐-­‐   Printer/Scanner  (personal)   -­‐-­‐-­‐   -­‐-­‐-­‐   -­‐-­‐-­‐   -­‐-­‐-­‐   -­‐-­‐-­‐  

Camera  (Canon  Rebel  T5)   $399   In-­‐kind   $399   Dec    

Photography  Props       $35   1   $35   Feb    

Total       $434      

Travel            

Mileage   ($0.50  per  

mile  *  250)  

1   $125      

Total       $125      

           

Start  Up  Total            

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