Dara Smith

Elite Collaborative

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79 Lee Road 966,
Phenix City, Alabama 36870 (View Map)

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Kelly Franko

About the Company

At Elite Collaborative we bring experience, expertise, and heart to the business brokerage world. As a team of dedicated and experienced brokers, we specialize in guiding entrepreneurs through the buying and selling of businesses of all magnitudes, from modest four-figure revenues to thriving multimillion-dollar enterprises. So what sets us apart? We have been where you are! We know what it's like to pour heart and soul into your business and Elite is here to help you make the next chapter a success, whether that's selling your business or finding your dream opportunity.

Broker Biography

Introduction

At Elite Collaborative we bring experience, expertise, and heart to the business brokerage world. As a team of dedicated and experienced brokers, we specialize in guiding entrepreneurs through the buying and selling of businesses of all magnitudes, from modest four-figure revenues to thriving multimillion-dollar enterprises. So what sets us apart? We have been where you are!

Every member of our team has owned and operated businesses in the retail and wholesale space, giving us first-hand knowledge of the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship. We know what it's like to pour your heart into your business—and we're here to help you make the next chapter a success, whether that's selling your business or finding your dream opportunity.

At EC, we blend an expert understanding of the market with a personal, hands-on approach. We believe that every business tells a story, and we're here to ensure yours gets the attention it deserves. From pricing and marketing to negotiation and closing, we handle the hard stuff so you can focus on your future.

Let's connect and make your next move your best move. Together, we're redefining business brokerage with a focus on expertise, collaboration, and results.

Services Provided

Seller Representation
Buyer Facilitation of Sales
Valuation Services
Business Consulting
Logo & Web Design

Areas Served

  • Lee County, AL
  • Philadelphia County, PA
  • Horry County, SC
  • Davidson County, TN
  • Travis County, TX
  • Professional Affiliations

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    Business For Sale Listings

    $205,000
    Cash Flow: $79,276 
    Oakland Co., MI 
    Established Day Spa – Steady Appointments, Skilled Team Steady bookings, 5-star reputation.

    This well-established boutique day spa has quickly become a local favorite since opening in 2020. With a strong reputation and consistent 5-star reviews, it delivers a wide range of services including nails, facials, waxing, massage, and lash treatments in a modern, 1,350 sq. ft. facility.The spa averages 375–425 appointments monthly, with over 85% client retention and steady retail sales from premium skincare and beauty lines. A skilled team of licensed professionals supports operations, many with years of experience, while a streamlined booking system keeps schedules full—most clients pre-book for the year.This is a turnkey opportunity with a transferable lease, well-maintained equipment, and loyal staff. Growth potential includes expanding service offerings, increasing retail sales, or adding additional staff. Perfect for a beauty professional or investor seeking a profitable, established spa with room to scale. 

    $109,000
    Cash Flow: $50,688 
    Lafourche Parish, LA 
    Established Women’s Boutique w/ 60K+ Social Followers $50K SDE | Scalable Boutique w/ Strong Social Media Reach Financing available

    This established contemporary women’s boutique offers a turnkey opportunity with a strong in-store presence and a growing online following. Located in Thibodaux, Louisiana, the business operates out of approximately 1,800 square feet of beautifully designed retail space with an assumable lease, allowing a new owner to step in seamlessly.The boutique is known for its carefully curated selection of trendy women’s apparel, shoes, and accessories, appealing to fashion-forward customers seeking unique yet wearable styles. In addition to brick-and-mortar sales, the business benefits from an aesthetically pleasing and easy-to-navigate online storefront, creating a smooth shopping experience across channels.With an established customer base of over 12,700 and a combined social media reach exceeding 60,000 followers across Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, the brand 

    $240,000
    Cash Flow: $48,867 
    St. Clair Co., AL 
    Legacy Made-in-USA Camping & Tactical Cot Manufacturer Domestic Production | Hybrid Manufacturing Model with Growth Upside Financing available

    This is a rare opportunity to acquire a long-standing American manufacturing business specializing in durable portable sleeping systems used in demanding environments. Established more than four decades ago, the company has built a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and U.S.-based production.Products are manufactured through a hybrid domestic model using American-sourced materials and are inspected in-house prior to shipment. The brand serves a diverse customer base across direct-to-consumer, wholesale, and institutional channels, including military, emergency response, and outdoor recreation markets.Unlike trend-driven consumer brands, this business benefits from repeat institutional demand, mission-critical use cases, and a legacy product line known for long service life and durability. Customers frequently return for replacements, upgrades, and 

    $75,000
    Cash Flow: $36,740 
    Cambridge, WI 
    Charming Women’s Boutique in Historic Tourist Downtown Prime Main Street Location • Loyal Customer Base • Growth Potential Financing available

    This well-established women’s boutique is located in a charming, high-traffic downtown district within a popular lake and tourist community. Operating since 2018, the store has built a loyal local following while also benefiting from consistent destination and seasonal foot traffic.The boutique offers thoughtfully curated women’s apparel and accessories targeting a mature, style-conscious customer base, filling a unique gap between junior fashion and overly mature retail concepts. Inventory is intentionally limited per style, creating urgency and strong repeat visitation.The location is a major differentiator — positioned along a historic Main Street that also serves as a primary highway, with excellent visibility, strong walk-by traffic, and ample nearby public parking. The boutique operates within a unique multi-tenant retail building alongside 

    $99,000
    Cash Flow: $51,371 
    Brookhaven, MS 
    High-Traffic Women’s Boutique in Prime Brookhaven Retail Corridor Manager-Run • Loyal Customer Base • Assumable Lease Financing available

    This established women’s boutique has been serving a highly loyal customer base since 2020 through both a welcoming storefront and a strong online presence. Located in a high-traffic retail corridor, the business benefits from consistent foot traffic, strong event-driven sales, and a reputation for curated, trend-forward apparel and accessories that keep customers returning.The operation is manager-run with trained, long-tenured staff in place, allowing the owner to remain largely removed from daily operations. A 54% returning customer rate, engaged VIP community, and 5-star Google rating reflect exceptional customer loyalty and brand trust. The boutique also produces its own graphic tees in-house, adding margin control and product flexibility.The business operates from a 2,900 sq. ft. storefront with an assumable lease, ample parking, and neighboring 

    $280,000
    Cash Flow: $44,074 
    Livonia, MI 
    Med Spa w/ $370K in FFE | 5 Star Review, Huge Growth Potential Med Spa ready for a new owner to scale Financing available

    Established in 2022, this modern med spa was created with a clear mission: to help clients look and feel their best through advanced treatments, personalized care, and natural results. Built on a philosophy that blends education, training, and the latest technology, the spa has quickly earned a loyal client base and a perfect online rating. Clients especially value the private setting, the medical-first approach, and the confidence-boosting results they receive.The spa provides a comprehensive menu of in-demand services. Patients can choose from CoolSculpting® body contouring, Botox® and injectables, DiamondGlow® skin resurfacing, IV nutritional therapy, and advanced laser treatments. A selection of premium SkinMedica® products is also available, although retail sales are currently minimal—leaving significant opportunity for growth in this area.A major 

    $85,000
    Cash Flow: $52,677 
    San Bernardino Co., CA 
    Established Wholesale Brand | 90% Repeat Buyers | USA Suppliers $50K SDE • Low Overhead • Loyal Wholesale Buyers

    This established wholesale accessories business offers a turnkey opportunity to acquire a profitable, repeat-driven B2B brand serving boutique retailers nationwide. Founded in 2020, the business is a trusted sourcing partner for shops seeking on-trend accessories and giftable fillers at accessible price points.The operation generates $50K+ in Seller’s Discretionary Earnings with approximately $10K in inventory included. About 90% of revenue comes from repeat wholesale customers, many ordering weekly, resulting in consistent, year-round demand with no seasonality.All suppliers are U.S.-based, eliminating tariffs and international sourcing risk. Products are sold at approximately 2× cost, supporting strong margins, with new merchandise arriving weekly. The business operates with low overhead and simple, efficient workflows, making it easily scalable under new ownership.Sales are conducted 100% direct-to-retailer and supported by 

    $4,500,000
    Cash Flow: $1,109,353 
    Alabama 
    Nationally Recognized Women’s Boutique | Private Label | $1M+ SDE 20K SF Warehouse • High-Volume Fulfillment • Built to Scale Financing available Includes Real Estate

    This is an opportunity to acquire a nationally recognized women’s apparel and lifestyle brand with more than a decade of successful operations. The business operates as a direct-to-consumer model with no marketplace dependency and has built a highly engaged, loyal customer base, evidenced by an 84% repeat purchase rate.The company includes a proprietary private-label line representing approximately 40% of sales, providing enhanced margin control, pricing flexibility, and long-term brand defensibility. Operations are fully scaled and supported by a 20,000-square-foot warehouse currently operating at approximately 75% capacity, allowing immediate growth without additional infrastructure investment. The business ships thousands of orders weekly with a two-day processing time and utilizes established fulfillment systems.Inventory is well managed with a strong 

    $115,000
    Cash Flow: $85,037 
    Orlando, FL 
    TikTok-Fueled Graphic Apparel Brand/ Viral Designs & 60% Repeat Buyers 85K+ SDE / Massive Following / Low Overhead Financing available

    Built for the social-selling era, this fast-growing apparel brand has mastered the art of turning viral trends into loyal customers. Known for its bright, feminine designs and fun “college wall” aesthetic, the brand thrives on TikTok Shop, where over 80% of revenue is generated through consistent engagement and live selling. With more than 1,000 active SKUs and a strong repeat customer base, it operates efficiently from home with minimal overhead and zero debt. Every system is in place for a seamless transition and effortless scalability — whether expanding into wholesale, launching new collections, or building a larger team to meet growing demand. 

    $699,000
    Cash Flow: $370,140 
    Bertie Co., NC 
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    Leading Women's E-Commerce Boutique /1M+ Rev/$370K SDE

    Step into ownership of an established, award-winning women’s fashion brand with a thriving e-commerce engine and a deeply loyal nationwide customer base. Founded in 2013, this online boutique generates the majority of its revenue through a beautifully designed digital storefront and a highly engaged mobile shopping app with more than 20,000 downloads and 34,000 customers.With $110,000 in inventory included, proven systems, and a small, efficient team, this is a true turnkey opportunity. The brand is known for its modest, versatile, and budget-friendly styles—most under $60—earning multiple state-level “Boutique of the Year” awards and national recognition in the industry.Its digital footprint is substantial, including 35,000+ Facebook followers, a VIP shopping community approaching 37,000 members, and a marketing list of more than 46,000 email subscribers 

    Elite
    Dara Smith Serving Davidson County, TN

    At Elite Collaborative we bring experience, expertise, and heart to the business brokerage world. As a team of dedicated and experienced brokers, we specialize in guiding entrepreneurs through the buying and selling of businesses of all magnitudes, from modest four-figure revenues to thriving multimillion-dollar enterprises. So what sets us apart? We have been where you are! Every member of our team has owned and operated businesses in the retail and wholesale space, giving us first-hand knowledge of the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship. We know what it's like to pour your heart into your business—and we're here to help you make the next chapter a success, whether that's selling your business or finding your dream opportunity. At EC, we blend an expert understanding of the market with a personal, hands-on approach. We believe that every business tells a story, and we're here to ensure yours gets the attention it deserves. From pricing and marketing to negotiation and closing, we handle the hard stuff so you can focus on your future. Let's connect and make your next move your best move. Together, we're redefining business brokerage with a focus on expertise, collaboration, and results.

    Becca McCullough Serving Davidson County, TN

    A seasoned small business broker with a passion for helping entrepreneurs navigate the sell of their business. Holding a Bachelor's Degree from APSU and prior boutique owner herself she brings both academic knowledge & real world experience to Elite. Every business has their own story & we would love to tell yours!

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