Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids
Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids franchise for sale in Connecticut
List Price: $60,000 USD
Key Facts
Annual Gross Revenue
$130,000 USD
Cash Flow
Less than $25,000
Seasonal Business
No
Value of Inventory
Less than $25,000
Value of Assets
$100,000 – $150,000
Year Established
2024
Business Operates From
A retail location
Location Is
Leased
Approx. Monthly Rent
$3,000
Total Employees
Less than 10
1–3 MonthsTransition
Support
Very FlexiblePrice/Terms
Flexibility
NoneSeller financing Available
PassiveOwner
Involvement
About this Business
The business has been in operation less than a year and a half. The average franchise gross revenue is over $400,oo0. We are just beginning so there is tremendous potential!
Growth opportunities
The revenue stream will grow. The average franchise gross revenue is over $400,000. Expect sales to be approaching this by end of 2026/early 2027. In a busy shopping center with Big Y (grocery) anchor store. Once Upon a Child store in plaza. Recession proof: hair grows in economic downturns. Semi-passive investment (Can hold full time professional job and own this business). High demand industry. Many primary schools within 7 mile radius. Low barrier to entry. Average $350,000 build out for new store. Flexible pricing. This is bargain! Will sell only to well qualified buyers.
Owner's Day-to-Day Involvement
Semi-passive investment and role. Strategic decision making. Owner is not encouraged to be working in the store on a regular basis. Visits to the store are recommended periodically. Some franchise owners are completely remote.
Franchise Accolades & Awards
Best
Additional Info
The sale of the business is due to retirement. Established team in place with cooperative, amiable staff. Employees are great to work with, and enthusiastically accept new ideas.
Asset Description
All store equipment inside the location come with the sale. The assets alone are worth $125,000.
Inventory Description
Salon chairs, televisions, computers, mirrors, counters, merchandise for sale at time of purchase, etc.
Reason for Selling
Pivoting to retirement. Enjoyed business, speaking with customers, parents, kids, and working and talking with our staff.
Why I Love My Franchise
There is great support from corporate for advice with marketing, or salon operations, how to and more. Kids in the salon can be really cute. It's heart warming.
About Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids
Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids is a children’s hair salon franchise founded in 2001 by Linda and Scott Sharkey. Headquartered in Westport, Connecticut, the brand has grown to over 150 locations globally, including the U.S., Canada, Europe, and the Middle East. Sharkey’s is committed to making haircuts enjoyable for kids and providing superior service in a clean, fun, child-friendly environment. It offers themed chairs like Barbie Jeeps, Dodge Police Cruisers, and NASCAR Race Cars, where kids can watch cartoons, Netflix, or play video games during their haircuts. The salon also features a Tween Lounge for older girls and hosts Glamour Parties and birthday events, adding to its multiple revenue streams.
Franchisee Support
Sharkey's Cuts For Kids provides 24 hours of on-the-job training and 22-30 hours of classroom training. Franchisees receive ongoing support through newsletters, meetings and conventions, grand opening assistance, online support, security and safety procedures, lease negotiation help, field operations guidance, site selection assistance, proprietary software, and access to a franchisee intranet platform. Marketing support includes co-op advertising, ad templates, national media exposure, regional advertising assistance, social media guidance, SEO support, website development, email marketing tools, and a loyalty program/app. Notably, Sharkey's offers personal, ongoing support and a training program designed to prepare franchisees to manage all aspects of their business.
Brand Accolades & Awards
Sharkey's Cuts for Kids is an award-winning children’s salon recognized for its fun and engaging haircut experience and consistent accolades from 2016 to 2024. Known as the fastest-growing children’s hair salon franchise, Sharkey's has earned annual awards and expanded rapidly, operating over 150 U.S. locations and international franchises in Asia, Europe, and South America. Its innovative business model, which includes multiple revenue streams like themed parties and beauty services, has further contributed to its franchise success and broad market appeal.
Industry / Market
Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids operates within the children’s salon industry. The brand has positioned itself uniquely with a focus on providing fun haircut experiences for children aged 0-14. Its business model includes multiple revenue streams such as birthday parties and proprietary products.
Ideal Owner
The ideal owner is an entrepreneur seeking a semi-passive ownership model with a focus on long-term investment rather than active, daily management. Key qualities include an entrepreneurial mindset, with a desire to invest in a proven, family-focused business model, and financial readiness, with a minimum net worth of $350,000 and liquid capital of $150,000 to $222,995 to meet startup requirements. A passion for creating a fun, engaging experience for children and families is essential, though prior salon industry experience is not necessary. Strong organizational, financial management skills, and the ability to manage operations remotely while balancing other commitments enhance the likelihood of franchise success.