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**Cover Letter**
= = March 25, 2008
 * Straight Ballin’ Paintball**
 * Nick Henning, Scott Borden, Grant Kirik, Zack Kavchak**
 * 356 Blair Rd.**
 * Charlotte, NC 28227**
 * 1-704-363-8765**
 * 1-704-363-8766**

Mrs. Yvonne Best-Proctor FLBHS Bank 931 High Street Waterford, PA 16441 Dear Mrs. Best-Proctor:

Str8 Ballin’ Paintball will be a full service paintball retail outlet and tech shop located at 356 Blair Rd, Charlotte NC. It will bring quality paint ball products to the Mecklenburg and surrounding counties as well as neighboring states. It is conveniently located 17.5 miles from Charlotte Douglas International Airport, which will allow people wishing to check out the Charlotte paintball scene easy access to the epitome of the area’s paint ball culture. This store will allow more serious enthusiasts the opportunity to be supplied with the high-end products they desire and need, compared to other sports stores with one dusty shelf of outdated paintball antiques. It will supply the area with fresh, high quality paint balls, as well as the latest and greatest gear available anywhere. All the gear will be supplied directly from the companies from which we will purchase the products at wholesale. This business will be a success for many reasons. It will be the finest all-in-one store for the most serious paint ball player to the new player trying to get a glimpse into this amazing sport. It will definitely be competitive with other retailers in the area because we will be full service to all major companies such as Smart Parts©, Dye©, and Great American Paintballs© for example. We will be obtaining our investment capital from Aegean Trading Partners. We will request funding of 550,000 dollars through Program I. Also, we will each be including 50,000 dollars of personal investment. With this starting capital, we will purchase all necessary components needed to start our business and begin profiting as soon as possible. We will be using this to purchase inventory, building materials, advertising, promotions, and employee wages. A sizable portion of the investment capital will be needed to stock our shelves with the newest gear that both the local and non-local customers desire. No money will be wasted on old and undesirable gear that has outlived its usefulness, as well as low-quality paintballs that will not satisfy the customers. Finally, I would like to thank Mrs. Best-Proctor for taking the time to evaluating our request to create Straight Ballin’ paintball LLC. If you need to contact us for any reason, you may reach us on Mr. Henning’s personal phone line at 1-704-456-8123 on all business days from 9am- 5pm. You can also see us in person by scheduling a meeting and we will work with your schedule.

sincerely yours,

Mr. Nicholas Henning Mr. Scott Borden Mr. Zackary Kavchak Mr. Grant Kirik

= Cover page (page 105) =

Str8Ballin’ Paintball 2306 Blair Rd. Charlotte, NC 1-704-363-8765 [|www.str8ballinpb.com] stre8ballinpb@msn.com

= Title page (page 105) = Str8Ballin’ Paintball Inc. Mr. Nicholas Henning- President 1101 Eller Ln Charlotte, NC Mr. Scott Borden- Vice President 530 High St. Apt A Charlotte, NC Mr. Grant Kirik- Co-manager 243 East 5th Charlotte, NC Mr. Zack Kavchak- Co-manager 3987 Taper Dr. Charlotte, NC Issued at the end of April Nick Henning, Scott Borden, Grant Kirik, Zack Kavchak

= Table of Contents (page 105) = Includes the details of the components included in the business plan and the page numbers where the documents can be found within the business plan. Make sure the sections are in the correct order and that the page numbers coincide with the correct sections.

= Statement of Purpose = Str8ballin' Paintball is asking for said loan for the purpose of starting and growing a profitable paintball business that has much potential for expansion into related markets in the future. Str8ballin' Paintball plans on using this loan to buy a building to act as our main store, invest in an inventory, purchase a company vehicle, and produce effective advertising. Str8ballin' Paintball will operate as a partnership, which includes Mr. Nicholas Henning, Mr. Scott Borden, Mr. Zack Kavchak, and Mr.Grant Kirik.

 = Executive Summary (page 102) = This is a summary of what is written in the business plan. The executive summary is to be **__written last__**. Be sure it includes the **__most persuasive points__** you have made. This section should be no more than two pages. The executive summary should include:

-describe the business concept and communicate what is unique about the idea -include the projections for sales, costs and profits -identify the needs (inventory, land, building, equipment, etc.) -state the amount you are interested in borrowing

Str8Ballin' Paintball is a paintball company designed to revolutionize the way that paintball equipment is brought to the market. Str8Ballin' Paintball's significant advantage and distinction is the ability to bring premium quality equipment to any customer at a fraction of the cost of what other similar stores charge. This is possible through our close ties to paintball wholesalers and manufacturers, and their cooperation and agreement with our ideals. This lets Str8Ballin' paintball have the lowest prices in the whole state, while still stocking the latest and greatest gear to the target market. Our prominent advantage also extends into our service system, which will bring an offering to the table most other companies will never be able to dream of doing. One quality that we will be known for is our warranty program, offering free servicing on all paintball markers purchased on-site at our store. This will be an attractive icon of our company so we are known for our courteous customer service, high quality goods, and convenient location on Blair road. This will allow high customer traffic, and will also be able to show our business off on the highway for people who drive by. The location is also in extremely close proximity to the Charlotte-Douglas International Airport. This will bring in people from all over the world, which will increase our customer base significantly as well. Str8Ballin Projects to start profiting from our initial investment in three years. The first three years gross income will go to pay off the debt that will have accumulated from our business loan from Aegean Trading Partners. Our sales estimates will be around $500,000 a year roughly. This will not offset our cost of construction plus paying back our loan. It will take a few years to get into the profitable time. We will be needing This is the list of inventory that will be required in our initial start-up. We will be needing to construct a building to house our main operation. Our loan from Aegean Trading Partners will be a sum of $550,000 from Plan I.
 * Product || unit price || quantity || total cost ||  ||
 * marker budget || 10000 || 1 || 10000 ||  ||
 * high-quality paint || 10 || 100 || 1000 ||  ||
 * shelves || 50 || 12 || 600 ||  ||
 * glass display cases || 150 || 4 || 600 ||  ||
 * lighting || 30 || 20 || 600 ||  ||
 * air compressor || 4000 || 1 || 4000 ||  ||
 * fill station || 1 || 60 || 60 ||  ||
 * scuba tanks || 130 || 3 || 390 ||  ||
 * cash register || 2 || 120 || 240 ||  ||
 * Tv's || 600 || 2 || 1200 ||  ||
 * refrigerator || 490 || 1 || 490 ||  ||
 * drink stock || 100 || 1 || 100 ||  ||
 * equipment budget || 10000 || 1 || 10000 ||  ||
 * display racks || 200 || 4 || 800 ||  ||
 * baskets || 5 || 10 || 50 ||  ||
 * tech budget || 5000 || 1 || 5000 ||  ||
 * computers || 800 || 4 || 3200 ||  ||
 * stools || 25 || 8 || 200 ||  ||
 * desk || 400 || 2 || 800 ||  ||
 * 40x40 building || 150 || 1600 || 240000 ||  ||
 * 20x20 building || 150 || 400 || 60000 ||  ||
 * store truck || 18000 || 1 || 18000 ||  ||
 * trailer || 2000 || 1 || 2000 ||  ||
 * office supplies || 5000 || 1 || 5000 ||  ||
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= = ==Vision Statement. This section is to be included as part of the Executive Summary. The vision statement establishes the scope and purpose of a company and reflects its values and beliefs. The vision should be broad enough to last through changing times. (Page 102) Str8Ballin' Paintball's goal in its creation is to provide our loyal customer's with the highest quality equipment and service. Str8Ballin' Paintball's belief is that no one should be denied the opportunity to play this amazing sport just because they can't afford to because of high costs and poor service. All people should be able to participate, without discrimination in gender, income, race, or other petty differences. Str8Ballin' Paintball promises to always provide the best prices and the most courteous and professional service available anywhere. The customer is valued over all, and will always be taken care of, whatever the needs are.== = =

Str8Ballin' Paintball's aspirations are to be a household name of the east coast paintball scene as well as stretching further to the west coast eventually. Goals that are to be reached include being the top seller of paintball equipment in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg County area over all other stores. Str8Ballin' Paintball hopes to hold a significant market share of the paintball market in the Carolinas as well. = = = Goals and Objectives = Str8ballin Paintball would like to become a competitive and successful paintball business in the near charlotte metro area. Str8ballin Paintball specifically wants to become extremely profitable and be the face of the Charlotte and surrounding areas paintball scene. Str8ballin Paintball wishes to bring the finest paintball products to the people who desire them and at a more minimal expense than our competitors. Stre8ballin' Paintball goal in the short term is to firmly establish our position as a reputable paintball supplier amidst the rest of the suppliers in the area. As the industry grows and develops over the long term, Str8ballin Paintball will grow and adapt to the current situation in the market, and will always be flexible and never stagnant in our ever-changing market. WIthin 5 years Str8ballin Paintball hopes to pay off the majority of its main loan from Aegean Trading Partners and start the climb into pure profit. After 10 years, Str8ballin Paintball hopes to be the primary outlet for all paintball enthusiasts in the area and beyond. Str8ballin Paintball also hopes to expand our business into multiple locations across the state as well as into neighboring states. Every year we will re-evaluate our goals and objectives to suit an ever changing and growing market.
 * Mission Statement.** The mission statement expresses the specific aspirations of a company, the major goals for which it will strive. **(Page 102)**

= Management Team Plan (pageS 102, 306 - 317) =

Our key executive are more than qualified for their positions in our business. All of our head management eomployees have received their high school diploma from Fort Leboeuf High School with Mr. Henning and Mr. Kavchak graduated with honors. A majority of our team has had practical business experience in their previous work as store managers and working with finances. All of the management has worked in various non profit and charity business assistant programs across the state to further children's interest into the aspects of business. The team has been working together for over five years and have known each other for another seven. Mr. Henning graduated from Robert Morris with an MBA. Mr Kirik, Mr. Kavchak, and Mr. Borden all graduated from Edinboro University with a bachelors degree in various studies, including business science, accounting, and finances. Mr. Henning has been an avid paintball player since his teens and has since competed on many championship PSP teams in his past playing time. His knowledge of the sport and his devoted team will be invaluable to the success of Str8ballin Paintball. A few skills that are lacking but will not hinder our effort might be a void of experience in this particular field of business by most of the employees. This will not be a problem, however, for the fact that Mr. Henning will train each member on the specifics of the business over a 3 week introductory course before the initial start-up of the business.


 * Key Executives.** List the qualifications of all partners. The management team plan should highlight practical exposure to the intended business. Relevant volunteer work, leisure pursuits, and employment may provide valuable experience that could be helpful in running the business. Also tell what expertise each partner is missing and how this will be overcome. Include an organization chart of all employees’ title and job description. The chart is to be designed in PowerPoint and included in the Appendix. The detailed description of each partner and his/her job description should be included in the plan.

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 * Key Advisors.** Outline the advisory board/key advisors in policy decisions. The chart is to be designed in PowerPoint and included in the Appendix. The detailed description of each board member and his/her expertise, skill sets and personal traits.


 * Service Providers.** Purchasing and inventory activities – who will you purchase products/supplies from, how will you account for the inventory, supplies and equipment? When will the inventory be conducted? Production and distribution activities – how will the product or service be produced/distributed/sold to customers?

We will be purchasing our products from Smart Parts, Dye, Planet Eclipse, GAP, and JT USA paintball companies to supply our store. In the future, we expect to expand our supplier base to more diverse companies as the need arises. Mr. Kirik will be in charge of inventory protocols and handling shipping. Inventory will be conducted every 3 months. The product will be distributed through our main retail outlet.

 = Company Description (page 102) =
 * Motivations**. Str8Ballin Paintball's motivation would be the dissatisfying quality of paintball products and the grossly high cost of said products in the local market today. Another motivation would be the drive to bring the customer exactly what they are looking for ,and being able to take care of all practical and non practical paintball related problems. This could include fixing exotic markers, parts, and other necessities of the sport.


 * Entrepreneurial Opportunity**. Str8Ballin' Paintball's unique selling proposition is our ability to bring the customer goods direct from a wholesaler which will bring the cost of high quality products to a reasonable level. This will allow players with even modest budgets the ability to compete at the highest level they choose to without being limited by their equipment. We will be able to assist with any paintball problems in the store or at the field when you need it. We will also be the only full service retailer that can handle all marker and part complications immediately at our store repair station. This will bring customers from a wide range, from die-hard woodsball players to the more serious tournament player. We will also be featured by a tent at every major paintball tournament across the country, from the east cost to the west coast. Str8Ballin Paintball will also be open 7 days a week so your problem will never be told to wait.


 * Business Concept**. Str8Ballin Paintball will deal in all paintball equipment including but not limited to apparel, markers, HPA tanks, soft equipment, goggles, etc. The apparel we will sell will be made from top-notch material and will range from gear needed for the occasional player to the elite. The markers that will be for sale will also range from the two main types of play in the area, woodsball and speedball. Our more casual players will most likely stay in the mid-range, while we will occasionally have players wishing to obtain high quality markers that allow them to play at the higher levels of competition. The rest of the gear we will sell conforms to these standards as well, high quality at the lowest price that is feasible. Services that will be offered include free equipment repair by our techs on-site from all markers bought at our store. A small fee will apply if the marker or equipment was bought at a different location. The markets that will be targeted include all paintball enthusiasts of any age. The main focus at our store will be the more serious tournament players in the immediate area.

-What is the product or service being offered? - give a detailed and specific description of the product or service being offered. Str8Ballin Paintball is offering a variety of fine paintball equipment. This will include markers, paintballs, hard goods, soft goods, and also a repair service. The markers included will be from the finest manufacturers in the sport, such as Smart Parts, Dye, and Planet Eclipse for example. Paintballs will be supplied fresh every week from DraXxus, GAP, and many others. Hard goods mostly consist of HPA (high pressure air) tanks and goggles. These will be supplied by our paint suppliers as they also carry these products with them. Softs goods we will be selling range from tournament pants to jerseys, packs, gloves, pads, etc. The repair service will be active every day of the week, and will repair equipment bought at the store for free as a complimentary service to our loyal customers. All other repairs will carry a small fee. -Who is the customer? The customer is anyone who is interested in the sport of paintball. We will mainly be in the market for more serious enthusiasts, but we will also cater to the needs of the occasional player as well as woodsball players.
 * Answers the questions**:

-What is the benefit you are providing? - Point out how the product or service is different from or better than existing products or services. Str8Ballin Paintball's benefit to the market is our low price's offered for normally high priced goods. We will be receiving our products directly from the manufacturers at wholesale dealer pricing that will allow our products to be significantly lower than our competitions while still providing the same high quality they expect.

-How will you get the product or service to the customer? Str8Ballin Paintball will utilize American Freight Carriers as our primary shipping company to transport our goods from the manufacturer to our main store.

-When, how, and why the potential entrepreneur developed the idea for the business? The idea for this business was brought about when Mr.Henning was playing paintball at his local field on a summer sunday. He was less than satisfied with the high prices and the terrible customer service that was offered, and knew that he could do a better job. After asking the owner about his faults, he was indifferent. So Mr. Henning never returned to this field and vowed to do it better himself. Thus, the idea for Str8Ballin' Paintball was born. Mr. Henning has been playing paintball for over 8 years and has a solid knowledge of all components of the sport.

= Product/Service Plan (page 102) = Gives a **__detailed__** and **__specific__** description of the product or service being offered.

=Products and Services. How will the products be created/produced and who will manufacture them. Describe the process of the creation/production. =

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//Our fine products will be manufactured by our various suppliers around the country including but not limited to Smart Parts, Dye, GAP, DraXxus, Planet Eclipse, etc. Our focus on sales will be our large selection of paintball markers. They will be constructed through// various metal forming procedures to shape and mold them into the appropriate forms for construction. from there, the other components required will also be assembled through similar processes and breed like results. Other parts such as the barrel, the trigger frame, the feed neck, the ASA(air source adapter), etc will all be made in the same way as the body.=====

= = =Unique Selling Proposition. Describe the features, benefits and unique selling proposition of your products/services. = Str8Ballin's superiority in this sector of the market can be defined as our competitive edge over the competition in terms of price and quality of our goods that we sell. Exceptional features offered at Str8Ballin Paintball include our free technical service on markers purchased on-site, as well as our employee assistance program, which will allow our employees to assist you at your playing field when you need it. Our products are also of the highest quality, so they will need little technical assistance until they've reached a higher age.

= = =Competitive Products or Services. Describe the features, benefits and unique selling proposition of your competitors’ products/services. Explain how your products and services will be unique and positioned in the market. = Our competitors offer a trifle amount of benefits compared to Str8Ballin' Paintballs extensive offering. Most other similar stores offer a 30 day warranty on their equipment after purchase. At Str8Ballin' Paintball, we offer a lifetime free technical service on all markers purchased in store. Our competitors also offer small discounts on gear on certain days of the week. Str8Ballin Paintball has a superior offering in our lower prices all the time. These prices remain even lower than the discounted prices that are offered at the other outlets. No other store offers employee assistance on-site, as well as being open 7 days a week.

= = =Product Development Milestones. Explain the steps you will take to conceive, design, text and evaluate your products and services. = = Industry Overview (pageS 103, 116 - 118) = Research of the industry and market you plan to target. It analyzes your customers, competition and industry.

The growth in the paintball industry has been undeniable and surprising. The growth is about 20-30% each year if current trends continue.
 * Projected Industry Sales and Profits**.


 * Competitive Set**. Str8ballin Paintball's competitors will include any and all local paintball pro shops and all technical repair outlets.

The life cycle of most paintball markers is anywhere from 1 year to 10 years as markers begin to age and require frequent servicing. The marker will work very well for its first year and will need minimal servicing besides lubing and minor tune-ups. Following this first year, parts such as the bolt, solenoid, board will require more frequent maintenance and/ or replacement. Str8Ballin' Paintball's solution for the less extensive life cycle of its products is it's free maintenance program on all markers purchased at our store. This will entice customers to buy from our store because of the convenience of service we offer them and its free price tag.
 * External Environment**. All economic factors such as fluctuations in the price of gas, metal, and other paintball related expenses will obviously have an affect on profits and retail prices for the affected items we sell.
 * Product Life Cycle**.

There are a few barriers to entry for Str8Ballin' Paintball's entrance into the market. The competition between manufacturers will play a role in our sales because some of them are competing with each other and do not want to share the market. This might cause some problems with our providers if they do not wish to share the market that is our store for sales. Another barrier would be the amount of paintball offering stores in the area. Although they are not anywhere near as stocked as our store, they will still be firmly entrenched in the market, and it will take a bit of time to get into the market.
 * Barriers to Entry**. Are there any barriers to entry – economies of scale, economics, legal or political, regulatory, brand loyalty, proprietor technology, access to distribution channels? Detail the strategies you will use to counteract the barriers. **(Page 125)**

= = = Market Analysis (page 103) = =Demographic Profile. Explain the demographic characteristics of your target market. (Pages 118, 126 - 127) =

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Str8Ballin' Paintball will not not lose customers over small differences like race and gender. The customers include anyone age 11- 50, as well as all ethnicities. Studies show that paintball is extremely multi-racial and is for everyone with discrimination.====== = = = Psychographic Profile. Name each group and describe its characteristics. (Page 118)= Many groups of people are paintball enthusiasts with little exception. Ages 11- 50 are the most common age span, with all races involved. They range from low income to high income and can come from rural areas to urban sprawls. The most prominent age group would be teenagers in high school that are going to play with their friends and teammates. These kids are most often white middle class people, but all races are still represented.

= = =Customer Behaviors. Describe the behaviors of your target market and their motivations for purchasing your product/service. (Page 118)= Str8Ballin' Paintballs target market is mainly high school teenagers in and around the middle class. They are kids who go to school and maybe work part time jobs to provide money for them to spend on their hobbies. The motivation they have for buying their quality paintball product from our store is our attractiveness to their needs in the form of easy service, great equipment and staff, and convenient location to their homes.

= = =Target Market Opportunity. How will your business capitalize on the demographic and psychographic characteristics of your target market? (Pages 118 – 119, 128 - 129)= The opportunity in this target market is the high concentration of middle class teenagers with expendable income on hobbies, and also the growing paintball market in this area. This market has money to spend on whatever they decide to, and paintball is definitely one of the biggest extreme sports in the area, and the kids love the adrenaline rush. They also like to go out with their friends and play, so they will most likely return again to purchase their own equipment once they get hooked.

= = = Competitive Analysis (page 104) = =Direct and Indirect Competitors. Describe your competitors. = Str8Ballin' Paintball's competitors consist of lower tier paintball shops and sporting goods stores. They will have a limited selection of outdated gear, and if they do have new gear it is in extremely limited quantity and there will not be sufficient employee knowledge to service said equipment. They are also usually in convenient locations because of the nature of their goods, but they will still not come close to providing half the benefits that Str8Ballin' Paintball will offer the market. Some indirect competitors that we have are internet sites that offer online purchasing

= = = Value Proposition. Describe for each of your competitors. = = = ====Strengths and Weaknesses. The threat that other competitors pose to Str8Ballin' paintball is simply experience. This will be the start for the company in the competitive world of paintball. However, considering the experience that our field of employees have and the new facility it will be easily taken care of. ==== = = =Sustainable Competitive Advantage. Describe the competitive environment in your market and describe your company’s advantage. = The competitive enviroment in the paintball retail industry is supplying the wanted products at a price that is attractive to enthusiasts over other distributors. Str8Ballin' Paintball has the advantage in this market because of our ability to provide our customers with a lower price on the desired products, while maintaining quality and providing an excellent guarantee on all sold items.

= =  = Marketing Plan (pageS 104, 206 - 223) = Plans that govern how the marketing mix is distributed.


 * Total Product Experience**. Paintball is a very interesting sport. From the guns to different tools it is all very interesting. But, the best part of paintball is the the way it satisfies the need of an adrenaline rush. Running through the woods or across a course avoiding somebody that is trying to shoot you is a very intense experience.

Str8Ballin' Paintball is located at its location because of the increased amount of traffic flow running through the area because of the highway's proximity to the store. There is also a lot of room for expansion and also room to test out markers without worrying about complaints from neighbors.
 * Place Strategy**. Explains why the business will be located at the given address. Explain the building requirements or needs and what type of utilities will be needed. Describe the distribution strategy **(Pages 209 – 213)**.

Str8Ballin' Paintball will promote itself through word of mouth in the local paintballing scene as well as have $50,000 into advertising. The local paper will also have an advertisement in it. The goals that are set will be that there will not be a single paintball player in the area who does not know about Str8Ballin' paintball.
 * Promotion Strategy**. Write promotional goals and explain how you will implement the goals. Describes how you will promote the product prior to the opening and after the business is established. **(Pages 254 – 264, 278 - 267)**

Str8Ballin' Paintball will have a total of $50,000 dollars set aside for advertising. It will invest $25,000 into television commercials airing on our local networking stations. Also, $5,000 will be invested into promotional fliers that will be posted around local billboards and stores. $10,000 will be put into radio advertisements on popular stations around the area which appeal to younger audiences, who are our target market. A final $10,000 will be put into internet advertising on popular websites and paintball forums such as PBnation.com and will be put as a store if searched in search engines. We will monitor the effectiveness of said tactics by making a chart of our customer flow prior and after the promotional plan was put in effect.
 * Promotion Plan**. Examples of advertising include: television (press release), radio, newspaper, telephone directory, direct-mail, magazine, outdoor, transit, billboards, etc. How will you monitor and evaluate the medias effectiveness. **(Pages 264 – 271)**


 * Pricing Plan**. Str8Ballin' paintball will set all prices based on the profit that needs to be made and in comparison to what competitors are doing. At all times possible we will beat competitors prices just enough so that we are still making a reliable profit.

= Operational Plan (pages 104 - 105) =
 * Location Criteria**. We wanted a location that would provide the most business for us. Our shop is conveinently located near Charlotte and only minutes from the airport. We also will have an immense traffic flow.


 * Facilities and Equipment**. The facilities and equipment required for our company are cash registers, computers, desks, cabinets, shelves, toilets, and other essential parts to making a comlpete store for Straight Ballin Paintball Company. These facilities and equipment are to fully satisfy the customer.
 * Product Development Process**. Str8ballin Paintball will receive all its inventory from a wholesale paintball product distributor. We will receive these items at a wholesale price.

= = = ORGANIZATIONAL PLAN (page 105) = =Job Descriptions. Describe the key department heads and managers positions. Provide an organizational chart for the key people. = = = =Human Resources. Describe the human resource policies. (Pages 382 – 395)= At Str8ballin' Paintball, the hiring and firing of our employees will be managed by Mr. Henning. He will interview applicants on-site and handle the matters pertaining to hiring. Str8Ballin' Paintball will enforce a no-tolerance policy for sexual harassment, unfair working hours/practices, etc. There will be no drug test policy at Str8Ballin' Paintball for our employees, They will be judged upon their performance, promptness, courtesy, and other respectable features an employee should show.
 * Operational Logistics**. Str8ballin Paintball will have a no excuses policy on customer service. Mr. Grant Kirik will be in charge of all records on inventory an items we receive and sell.

= = =Legal Structure. Describe the legal structure for the business and why it was chosen (Pages 136 – 147). Explain any legal agreements (partnership agreements) and government regulations that will affect your business (Pages 162 – 170). = We will have a lawyer who will represent us in any legal suits that come against us

= = =Insurance. Str8ballin Paintball will have full and entire coverage on our vehicles, employees, and building itself. We will be insured by State Farm insurance group. = = = = Financial Plan (page 105) = The financial forecasts for the future of the business. Should include: Str8Ballin' Paintball expects to be profitable with the first 5 years of our existence


 * Sources and Uses of Funds.** The source of our initial investment capital includes a small business loan under plan one from Aegean Trading Partners for 550,000. Personal investment of 50,000 dollars will be contributed by each of the 4 partners in the agreement. The funds will be used to start-up costs including the price of construction, stocking inventory, paying employee salaries initially.
 * (Page 99)**
 * Cash Flow.** Str8ballin Paintball expects to make over a million dollars a year for the first three years and expect to only increase our cash flow from then on.
 * Income Statemen**t Str8ballin Paintball believes we will generate an income of $650,000 a year for the first three years. We believe $300,000 of the expected income will be profits.


 * Break-Even Analysis.** Within in five years Str8ballin Paintball will have surpassed the break even point and be expanding.
 * Financial Analysis.** We expect no problems in the financial area. We believe we will make an immediate impact on the regional paintball scene and will have loyal customers.
 * Product Development Costs.** There will be no product development costs since we are a retail outlet.


 * Sales Revenue.** Str8ballin Paintball will expect revenue from sales to increases slowly each year and that will be reflective on our customer service.
 * Cost of Goods Sold.** All inventory at Str8ballin Paintball will be sold at the lowest retail price possible. Our tech shop's costs will fluctuate with demand.
 * Capital Equipment.** Str8ballin Paintball will have no capital equipment.
 * Salary and Wages.** All co-owners of Str8Ballin' Paintball will receive 25% of the profits. Str8Ballin' Paintball will have two part time employees who will each receive $8/ hr. starting pay and will have opportunities for promotions.


 * Selling and Marketing Expenses.** Str8ballin Paintball will devote $50,000 per year to marketing. We will sell all inventory at retail price.

Operating expenses for Str8Ballin' Paintball will include store repairs/replacement on equipment used for maintenance on markers. There will also be costs of utilities for the building such as gas, electric, water, sewer, and any other mandatory/ regulated necessities required by zoning ordinances.
 * Operating Expenses.** Summarize the operating expenses for the first three years of operation.


 * Other Expenses.** Str8ballin Paintball will also have an emergency fund for extreme circumstances such as natural disasters, accidents, etc.

= Growth Plan (pages 105) =
 * Assumptions.** Str8ballin Paintball assumes that by our third year in the market we will have at least a 50% market share.
 * Growth Strategy**. St8ballin Paintball will choose to grow as rapidly as possible and expect to expand as soon as possible.

Growth will affect our company in a positive way. As soon as feasible, we will begin construction on our second location in a profitable sector and then begin to start our online store. This will allow our name to be spread, our ideas seen, and our profits to soar. In order for this to be accomplished, we will need to have a consistent profit margin and be able to fund a new store. We will also need a strong and loyal customer base so we can keep profits rolling in. This growth will not effect our strategic issues, it will only make them simpler for our company. It will affect our business operation because we will need to compensate for the increased customer flow so we will need to institute new business tactics to sustain profit.
 * Effects of Growth**. What effects will the growth have on the company? What resources are needed to fund the growth? How will this growth affect operational and strategic issues? Explanation of how the growth will be funded.

= Contingency Plan (page 105) = The risks of having a paintball store include the possibility of a lawsuit from a customer who hurt themselves while using one of our products. Fortunately, the law will protect our business because the accident will most likely be caused by a negligent consumer who did not follow proper safety instructions, for which our business cannot be held accountable for.
 * Risks**. What are the risks associated with this business? What are the course(s) of action you will take to minimize the risks? What will happen if your business plan does not work out? How will you liquidate the inventory, equipment, etc.? What will be the next plan?

 = Appendix A = The appendix should include any supporting documentation needed to better understand the business plan. Items to include, but not limited to are:

Cash Flow Projection **(O Drive, Mrs. Best-Proctor’s Classes, Entrepreneurship, Cash Flow Statement) (Pages 441)** Contracts already negotiated **(Pages 154 – 161)** Initial Capitalization Plan **(O Drive, Mrs. Best-Proctor’s Classes, Entrepreneurship, Initial Capitalization Plan)** Partnership Agreement **(O Drive, Mrs. Best-Proctor’s Classes, Entrepreneurship, General Partnership Agreement)** Projected Income Statement **(O Drive, Mrs. Best-Proctor’s Classes, Entrepreneurship, Projected Income Statement) (Pages 437 – 439)** Projected Operating Statement **(O Drive, Mrs. Best-Proctor’s Classes, Entrepreneurship, Projected Operating Statement)** References Resume for each partner


 * Revenue from Sales ||  ||   ||   ||   ||
 * || Gross sales || $ 675,000.00 ||  ||   ||   ||
 * || Less sales returns and allowances || $ 1,000.00 ||  ||   ||   ||
 * || Net Sales ||  || $ 674,000.00 ||   ||   ||
 * Cost of Goods Sold ||  ||   ||   ||   ||
 * || Beginning inventory || $ 50,000.00 ||  ||   ||   ||
 * || Purchases || $ 5,000.00 ||  ||   ||   ||
 * || Total goods available for sale || $ 55,000.00 ||  ||   ||   ||
 * || Less ending inventory || $ 5,000.00 ||  ||   ||   ||
 * || Total Cost of Goods Sold ||  || $ 50,000.00 ||   ||   ||
 * Gross Profit on Sales ||  ||   || $ 629,000.00 ||   ||
 * Operating Expenses ||  ||   ||   ||   ||
 * || Salaries || $ 30,000.00 ||  ||   ||   ||
 * || Advertising || $ 50,000.00 ||  ||   ||   ||
 * || Sales promotion || $ 10,000.00 ||  ||   ||   ||
 * || Travel and entertainment || $ 7,500.00 ||  ||   ||   ||
 * || Depreciation - store equipment || $ 5,000.00 ||  ||   ||   ||
 * || Miscellaneous selling expenses || $ 1,000.00 ||  ||   ||   ||
 * || Rent || $ - ||  ||   ||   ||
 * || Depreciation - delivery equipment || $ 6,000.00 ||  ||   ||   ||
 * || Depreciation - office equipment || $ 12,000.00 ||  ||   ||   ||
 * || Depreciation - vehicle || $ 6,000.00 ||  ||   ||   ||
 * || Electric || $ 1,500.00 ||  ||   ||   ||
 * || Gas ||  ||   ||   ||   ||
 * || Insurance || $ 3,000.00 ||  ||   ||   ||
 * || Telephone || $ 1,200.00 ||  ||   ||   ||
 * || Miscellaneous general expenses || $ 500.00 ||  ||   ||   ||
 * || Total Operating Expenses ||  ||   || $ 133,700.00 ||   ||
 * Net Income from Operations ||  ||   || $ 495,300.00 ||   ||
 * || Less interest expense ||  ||   || $ 74,295.00 ||   ||
 * Net Income Before Taxes ||  ||   || $ 421,005.00 ||   ||
 * || Less federal income taxes ||  ||   || $ 126,301.50 ||   ||
 * Net Income After Taxes ||  ||   || $ 294,703.50 ||   ||
 * || Less interest expense ||  ||   || $ 74,295.00 ||   ||
 * Net Income Before Taxes ||  ||   || $ 421,005.00 ||   ||
 * || Less federal income taxes ||  ||   || $ 126,301.50 ||   ||
 * Net Income After Taxes ||  ||   || $ 294,703.50 ||   ||
 * Net Income After Taxes ||  ||   || $ 294,703.50 ||   ||
 * Net Income After Taxes ||  ||   || $ 294,703.50 ||   ||

GENERAL PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT

THIS PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT is entered into on May 7, 2008 between the following persons:

Nicholas E. Henning 1101 Eller Ln. Charlotte, North Carolina 23453

Grant Kirik 243 East 5th Charlotte, North Carolina 23453

Scott Borden 530 High St. Apt A Charlotte, North Carolina 23453

Zachary Kavchak 3987 Taper Dr. Charlotte, North Carolina 23453

The above-named persons agree that upon the commencement date of this partnership, they shall be deemed to have become partners in business. The purposes, terms and conditions of this partnership are as follows:

1. Name - The firm name of the partnership shall be Str8Ballin Paintball

2. Principal place of business - The principal place of business of the partnership shall be 2306 Blair Rd Charlotte, NC 23453.

3. Purpose - The business of the partnership is set forth below and includes any other business related thereto.

A Paintball supplier and professional service business specializing in bringing the lowest prices for the highest quality paintball equipment available. Also capable of maintaining and fixing a wide variety of paintball equipment.

4. Term - The partnership shall commence on and continue until dissolved by mutual agreement of the partners.

5. Capital contribution and distribution of profits and losses:

Name of Partner Capital Contribution Percentage Agreed Upon Distribution Specific Cash Value of of Profit Contribution Contributions and Loss

Nicholas E. Henning Specified $50,000 25% Services and Expertise

Grant Kirik Specified $50,000 25% Specified Services and Expertise Zachary Kavchak Specified $50,000 25% Specified Services and Expertise Scott Borden Specified $50,000 25% Specified Services and Expertise

A division of profits and losses shall be made at such time as may be agreed upon by the partners and at the close of each fiscal year. The profits and losses of the partnership shall be divided between the partners according to the above schedule.

6. Control - The partners shall have exclusive control over the business and each partner shall have equal rights in the management and conduct of the partnership business. Any difference arising as to the ordinary matters connected with the partnership business shall be decided by a third party arbitrator chosen and agreed upon by the partners. Any act beyond the scope of this partnership agreement or any contract that may subject this partnership to liability in excess of one hundred thousand dollars shall be subject to the prior written consent of all of the partners.

7. Disputes - Disputes that would jeopardize new business, contracts, or existing clients and cannot be resolved by the partners within thirty days will be submitted to a mutually agreed upon arbitrator whose decision will be final. Any disagreements or differences that affect the management of the partnership business and would jeopardize new business, contracts, or existing clients and cannot be resolved by the partners within thirty days will be submitted to an arbitration process designed to repair the partnership relationship and solve said differences or disputes.

8. Selling out - If a general partner decides to sell their interests in the partnership business to the remaining partner the interests will be valued at the one half the current business equity plus two percent or the in effect cost of living percentage. Payment for the interests sold shall be made over a period of three years. No general partner may sell their interests in the partnership business to a third party unless it is mutually agreed to by the general partners. Thirty days written notice of proposed sell out to each general partner by the selling partner is required

9. Dissolution - In the event of retirement, expulsion, bankruptcy, death, or insanity of a general partner, the remaining partners have the right to continue the business of the partnership under the same name by themselves, or in conjunction with any other persons they select.

Signatures of the Partners

_ Nicholas E. Henning

_ __Zachary Kavchak__

_ Grant Kirik

Scott Borden

we will abide by all state and federal laws including hiring laws, discrimination laws, etc.

lawsa that affect employees Discrimination in hiring child labor laws wrongful termination sexual harassment americans with disabilities act family medical leave act equal pay act of 1963 fair labor standards act occupational safety and health act