Richard Rose

Richard Rose

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Meeting Preference: In Person, Video

Languages: English

How I Can Help You

I'm passionate about guiding entrepreneurs through the exciting journey of starting and managing brick-and-mortar retail or service businesses. With years of experience owning retail stores, I've mastered the ins and outs of sales, management, marketing, buying, HR, and operations. Plus, as a commercial landlord, I'm your go-to mentor for negotiating commercial leases and managing build-outs.

WHAT I OFFER:

• RETAIL STORE GUIDANCE: From setting up your shop to optimizing operations.

• COMMERCIAL LEASING ADVICE: Dive into lease negotiations with confidence; I'll show you the ropes.

• BUSINESS BUILD-OUT PLANNING: Let's plan and execute the perfect space for your business.

I’ve successfully mentored a diverse range of businesses from cafes to yoga studios, helping them flourish and achieve their dreams. My guidance is tailored to your unique needs, ensuring you receive personalized and impactful advice.

TYPES OF BUSINESSES I MENTOR:

• Food and Beverage (Cafes, Bars, Restaurants, Bakeries, Catering)

• Retail (Clothing, Furniture, Bookstores, Gift Shops)

• Health and Wellness (Yoga Studios, Beauty Salons, Pilates Studios, Spas)

• Specialty Services (Tutoring, Pet Services, Child Care)

I offer mentoring via Zoom, ensuring convenience and accessibility for all my clients.

TESTIMONIALS:

Clients praise my hands-on approach and insightful advice, highlighting my ability to address new business owner challenges with effective, easy-to-understand strategies.

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CHECK OUT THESE VIDEOS FROM THREE OF MY CLIENTS:

Urban Dwell, Washington, DC
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Y6Rn_dHPWU&list=PLCrFHK4sj4fIfkQUodxjm…

Because Science, Washington, DC
http://photos.onedrive.com/share/310627EF12E18A3F!2929?cid=310627EF12E…

College Hunks Hauling Junk, Falls Church, VA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zBPJyMi78JE&list=PLCrFHK4sj4fIfkQUodxjm…

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AND HERE ARE SOME OF THE BUSINESSES I'VE MENTORED DURING MY 16 YEARS ATt SCORE:

Mama Biscuit’s, Frederick, Md
http://mamabiscuit.com

Club Pilates, Washington, DC
http://www.clubpilates.com

Because Science, Washington, DC
http://becausesciencedc.com

The Ministry, Washington, DC
http://www.theministrydc.com

Inspiring Test Preparation, Oakton, Va
http://katedalby.com

Origin Coffee Lab & Kitchen, Arlington, Va
http://www.yelp.com/biz/origin-coffee-lab-and-kitchen-arlington

New Trail Cycling, Reston, Va
http://newtrailcycling.com

College Hunks Hauling Junk, Falls Church, Va
http://www.collegehunkshaulingjunk.com

Whisked by Jenna Bakery, Capitol Heights, MD
http://www.whiskeddc.com

I Can Academy, Mission Viejo, CA
http://icanacademyoc.com

Tungsten Prep, Washington, DC
http://www.tungstenprep.com