Business Plan for Saneiv Enlightenment Center Start-Up in Makati, Manila, Philippines
- Estimated first-year operating costs: Approximately $750,000–$850,000 (including leases, salaries, marketing, and set-up).
- Break-even target: Within 12–18 months, assuming 50–100 members across tiers.
- Growth potential: Leverage Makati's international community for global outreach via online platforms.
- Spiritual Master Saneiv: Fixed salary of $95,000 per year. Oversees all teachings and programs.
- Office Manager: $8,400 per year ($700/month, adjusted to local averages in Makati for efficiency).
- Executive Assistant: $6,432 per year ($536/month).
- 3 Personal Assistants: $4,500 per year each ($375/month each; total $13,500/year).
- 5 Live-in House Maids: $3,216 per year each ($268/month each, including board; total $16,080/year).
- Spiritual enlightenment teachings, body-mind-spirit practices, and Saneiv's alternatives to yoga.
- Private sessions in meditation rooms and exercise areas.
- Merchandise sales: Saneiv's books, student uniforms, and branded food supplements via 4 display cases.
- Tier 1: $200/month (basic access to group sessions).
- Tier 2: $500/month (includes private meditation).
- Tier 3: $1,000/month (adds exercise/training access).
- Tier 4: $2,500/month (premium one-on-one guidance).
- Tier 5: $5,000/month (exclusive master sessions and priority events).
- 3 professional-built websites: $3,500 each (total $10,500), plus annual hosting (~$500).
- Upgraded social media accounts for outreach.
- Sales approach: Free introductory sessions, referrals, and partnerships with corporate wellness programs in Makati.
- Lease: 15,000 square feet in Makati CBD. Estimated monthly lease: $25,000 (based on average ₱1,000/sqm/month for ~1,394 sqm premium space).
- Build-out: Reception area, 5 offices for employees, 8 private meditation rooms (high-insulation for noise elimination), and a separate 2,000 sq ft area for private exercise, weight-training, and martial arts/self-defense.
- Equipment: 6 laptops, 3 printers, WiFi setup, 6 fully-furnished offices, 4 display cases.
- Utilities and WiFi: ~$1,000/month for the facility (electricity, water, internet; based on local averages for commercial spaces).
- Vehicles: 1 SUV ($35,000 purchase) and 1 four-door pickup ($25,000 purchase), plus fuel/maintenance ($500/month total) and vehicle insurance ($300/year each).
- Building liability insurance: ~$5,000/year (estimated for commercial space coverage).
- Saneiv's residence: $3,500/month for a 2-bedroom apartment in Makati (fully-furnished with appliances), plus first/last/deposit (~$10,500 initial). Utilities and WiFi: ~$300/month. Optional: Apply toward home purchase for investor equity.
- 2 additional small rentals for students: $500/month each (total $1,000/month), plus $300/month each for utilities/miscellaneous (total $600/month). These will house potential students for immersion, with 1 maid per rental for support.
Category | Estimated Cost (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Facility Lease (12 months) | $300,000 | Based on Makati CBD rates. |
Build-Out and Furnishings | $100,000 | Reception, offices, meditation rooms, exercise area. |
Equipment (Laptops, Printers, etc.) | $10,000 | 6 laptops, 3 printers, display cases. |
Vehicles and Insurance | $60,000 + $600 | Purchase + annual insurance. |
Websites and Hosting | $11,000 | 3 sites + hosting. |
Marketing (Year 1) | $50,000 | Advertising budget. |
Saneiv Housing (Initial + 12 months) | $10,500 + $42,000 | Deposit + rent. |
Student Rentals (12 months) | $12,000 + $7,200 | Rent + utilities/misc. |
Utilities/WiFi (Facility + Housing) | $15,600 | Combined annual. |
Staff Salaries (Excl. Saneiv) | $44,412 | Annual total. |
Saneiv Salary | $95,000 | Fixed annual. |
Insurance (Building Liability) | $5,000 | Annual. |
Miscellaneous (Fuel, Maintenance, etc.) | $10,000 | Vehicles and operations. |
Total Start-Up Costs | ~ $772,912 | Excludes contingencies (~10% buffer recommended). |
- Facility lease: $25,000
- Saneiv rent + utilities: $3,800
- Student rentals + utilities: $1,600
- Staff salaries: ~$3,701 (excl. Saneiv)
- Utilities/WiFi: $1,300
- Marketing (Year 2+): $2,083–$833
- Other: $1,000
- Total Monthly: ~$37,484
- Year 1: 50 members (average $1,000/month tier) = $600,000 revenue.
- Year 2: 100 members = $1,200,000.
- Plus 10–20% from merchandise.
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