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Business Plan for Saneiv Enlightenment Center Start-Up in Makati, Manila, Philippines
Executive SummarySaneiv Enlightenment Center is a private membership club dedicated to teaching spiritual enlightenment, body-mind-spirit practices, superior alternatives to yoga, and the teachings of spiritual master Saneiv. The center aims to foster the Saneiv Collective Consciousness Group to promote true and lasting world peace. Located in Makati, Manila, Philippines—a vibrant business district with access to high-income professionals and expatriates—the center will target affluent clients seeking premium spiritual and wellness services.The start-up requires an initial investment for facility leasing, build-out, equipment, staff, and marketing. To support integration of potential students into the system, two additional small rental homes will be secured for live-in accommodations. Membership will be structured in five tiers with auto-debit payments, ranging from $200 to $5,000 per month. Projected revenue will come from memberships, merchandise sales (books, uniforms, food supplements), and potential expansions.Key financial highlights:
Ongoing Monthly Costs (After Year 1)
- 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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