Eola Wine Company announces that it is franchising and has partnered with The Franchise Edge (TFE), a Tampa, Fla.-based franchise development company, to market, publicize and franchise Eola Wine Company throughout the Southeast.

Eola Wine Company, located in Downtown Orlando and Winter Park, offers a relaxing atmosphere where friends and family can gather, share stories, laughs and good wine. With more than 70 wines by the glass; 11 wine flights; more than 30 boutique/micro-brewed bottled beers; tapas; appetizers; and desserts, Eola Wine Company offers a place to unwind after work or on the weekends.

“We are excited about franchising Eola Wine Company and being able to bring this concept and atmosphere to customers in other areas of the country,” said Scott Schrope, proprietor, Eola Wine Company. “Working with The Franchise Edge has allowed us to be able to franchise and to use their expertise in franchise development.”

In addition to developing Eola Wine Company as a franchise, The Franchise Edge is an equity brand partner with The Company.

“With an estimated 250 million bottles of wine being consumed in 2006,* we know this is an industry that will show success,” said Paul Samson, founder and senior business developer for The Franchise Edge. “We chose this brand because people are looking for more than just a business. They are looking for a lifestyle change where they enjoy what they are doing for a living.”

The Franchise Edge (TFE) knows all of the challenges a franchisor faces and it provides the knowledge and services that make franchising a successful business venture. TFE specializes in all areas of franchising including Uniform Franchise Offering Circular (UFOC); strategic business plans; regional and national marketing plans; collateral and Web site design; and public relations. In addition, TFE has a Sales Division that sells franchises for the client and an Equity Brand Division that provides partnership and capital to some of The Company’s clients.

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