My Resources for Adult Camp
1.
My 20+ years of operations management experience:
Uncommon but not rare. It would take a long time for others to copy this and get
the experience and knowledge I’ve accumulated over that time. Knowledge of
other industries may prove to have similar value.
2.
My ability to forecast and foresee issues and
prevent/minimize them: This is a result of many experiences and overcoming
issues with new company and location start-ups. This would take time and
opportunity to replicate. Others with similar experience should have similar
skills.
3.
My wife’s marketing abilities and contacts in
the industry (Sr. Director of Customer Experience): This is a relatively new field
in marketing and would be difficult to copy. The fact that she is “free labor
and service” would be very, very difficult to duplicate.
4.
Alcohol being served – liquor license: Common
for restaurants and many other companies but not typical for camps. This could
be replicated though.
5.
Relationships with national vendors and sales
reps: Many people have this but in combination with other skills this can save
a lot of time and startup costs.
6.
Camp location and structures (land, cabins, etc.):
Difficult to copy but can be replicated in a similar fashion.
7.
Camp Culture and ability to generate internship
interest: This would be unique to my camp and would not be possible to
duplicate. This feature could end up as the most important part of the camp in
the long run.
8.
Zip Lines and Outdoor Equipment (Amenities):
Easily repeatable.
9.
Boat, skis, fishing and nautical equipment:
Easily repeatable.
10.
Investment Capital and great credit scores:
Somewhat common but can be a crucial factor for start up funds and expansion
needs.
I believe my top resource starting out would be my Operations
experience and knowledge gained from opening company locations around the
world. Once started and sustainable, I think the camp culture is crucial to the
long-term health of the business.
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