Franchise Description
 In 1978, Marke Hambley, current Island Hearing President and CEO, founded Island Acoustics in Victoria and Duncan, B.C.
Over a quarter century later, Island Hearing Services has become one of Canada’s largest networks of Registered Audiologists and professional Hearing Instrument Practitioners with over 75 locations across the country; more than 50 of those located within BC alone.
The company provides customers with a full spectrum of hearing-health assessment and solutions consisting of state-of-the-art hearing aids and assistive listening devices. Each clinic provides the most complete range of testing and follow-up care including hearing aid fitting, ongoing servicing and cleaning.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
Island Hearing Services looks for hardworking owner/operators with a preference given
to hearing health care professionals that are committed to providing products and
services with care and integrity.
As an owner/operator of an Island Hearing Services location you will be an active
member of the community, establishing long-term relationships with customers,
physicians and business people in your area. You will be a high energy professional
committed to the common goals and values of the company. Island Hearing Services is
looking for individuals with integrity and the desire to make the customer the driving
force of their business.
Training & Support
 Lessen your operational learning curve by taking advantage of our established operating systems. Island Hearing Services is committed to providing ongoing and start up support to ensure you have a thriving franchise.
SUPPORT INCLUDES:
* Site selection
* Clinic design
* Point of sale merchandising
* Sophisticated information systems, training and field support
Prior to opening your doors, Island Hearing Services will provide you with up to 30 days of comprehensive training. Training time will vary with each franchisee, as it is dependant of the individual’s previous skills and education.
This extensive training program covers operating methods, administrative procedures, customer care techniques, product orientation and other unique programs exclusive to Island Hearing Services. Additionally, the franchisee will receive manufacturer, corporate on site training and coaching support from Island Hearing Services.
MARKETING & ADVERTISING
Island Hearing Services has a full time team dedicated to developing the most effective marketing tools and cost efficient advertising programs. Because consistent brand and image are important, we work with an experienced team of professionals.
This team continually conducts specific market and competitive analysis specific to your geographic location and target customer when developing campaigns to meet your promotional needs, while ensuring the consistency of the Island Hearing Services brand is fully developed and utilized.
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