Kelly Franko

Elite Collaborative

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Phenix City, Alabama

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
  • Christian County, KY
  • East Baton Rouge Parish County, LA
  • Hinds County, MS
  • Mecklenburg County, NC
  • Franklin County, OH
  • Philadelphia County, PA
  • Maury County, TN
  • Montgomery County, TN
  • Dallas County, TX
  • Professional Affiliations

    Approved IBBA Member

    Business For Sale Listings

    $342,000
    Cash Flow: $133,869 
    Deland, FL  Agent: Dara Smith
    Historic Downtown Home Decor & Women's Apparel Boutique High Traffic - Turnkey Operations - Loyal Customers Financing available

    This established, thoughtfully curated home decor and women's apparel boutique is located in the heart of a highly walkable historic downtown district and has built a strong reputation for quality, style, and exceptional customer experience. Since its founding, the business has developed a loyal customer base, reflected in a high repeat purchase rate and consistent foot traffic. The store offers a well-balanced mix of apparel, home décor, and accessories, including several protected and sought-after brands that provide a unique and defensible position in the local market.The business operates with streamlined systems, a small and reliable team, and a turnkey retail setup, making it easy for a new owner to step in and continue operations seamlessly. While the in-store presence is well established, there is significant opportunity to grow the e-commerce 

    $48,000
    Cash Flow: $53,874 
    Boone Co., MO  Agent: Dara Smith
    Western E-Commerce Boutique with 30K Cust & 100K+ Social Following Built-In Audience of 30K Customers & 100K+ Engaged Followers Financing available

    Step into ownership of an established western-inspired e-commerce boutique with a powerful built-in audience and significant upside. The brand has cultivated approximately 30,000 customers and over 100,000 engaged followers across social media, email, and SMS—creating a strong foundation for immediate and scalable revenue.Built through organic growth and direct-to-consumer sales, the business has demonstrated the ability to generate strong online demand when marketing efforts are active. Currently operated on Shopify and requiring approximately 20 hours per week, the business is streamlined, manageable, and ready for a new owner to take it to the next level.With minimal use of paid advertising, limited email/SMS automation, and untapped content strategy, there is a clear path to scale through proven e-commerce growth channels. This is an ideal opportunity 

    $499,000
    Cash Flow: $205,992 
    Seminole Co., FL  Agent: Dara Smith
    Established Print-on-Demand Apparel Brand | 1.9M+ Social Reach 1.9M+ Social Reach | In-House Production | Growing DTF Revenue Financing available

    Founded in 2010, this is an established print-on-demand apparel brand built around authenticity, bold artistic expression, and highly recognizable original designs. What began as a passion project by a digital artist has evolved into a scalable e-commerce business with a loyal customer base, strong brand identity, and multiple revenue streams.The business specializes in graphic tees, lifestyle apparel, and statement-driven designs that resonate with consumers seeking individuality and alternative style. With 483+ active designs and a historical catalog exceeding 1,700 original works, the brand has created a substantial intellectual property library that transfers with the sale. New products are introduced regularly, keeping the audience engaged and creating ongoing opportunities for growth.Unlike many traditional POD businesses dependent solely on 

    $55,000
    Cash Flow: $22,451 
    Panama City, FL 
    Gorgeous Panama City Boutique/$144K+ Rev/Full Store Set Up + Inventory Turnkey Downtown Boutique with Loyal Clientele

    Can’t Hide Pretty, a chic coastal women’s boutique located in the heart of Historic Downtown Panama City, Florida, benefiting from a prime, high-visibility storefront and strong foot traffic—especially during peak tourist season. The business offers a standout customer experience both in-store and online, pairing a beautifully curated retail space with an easy-to-shop, well-organized e-commerce website that supports consistent engagement and convenient purchasing beyond the storefront. Customer satisfaction is further reflected in its five-star Google rating from shoppers, underscoring the boutique’s strong reputation and service experience.The brand is built around an uplifting, confidence-driven mission: helping customers “be your own kind of beautiful,” rooted in the belief that “you can’t hide pretty” because it begins the moment you decide to be yourself. This message resonates strongly with its audience and is further 

    $950,000
    Cash Flow: $282,583 
    San Angelo, TX 
    Profitable Wholesale Accessories Business | Atlanta & Dallas Showrooms Popular Ecommerce Wholesale Brand Completely Relocatable Financing available

    Established in 2011, Camel Threads is a well-established wholesale fashion accessories and apparel brand specializing in the design, manufacturing, customization, and distribution of trend-driven products. The company has built a strong reputation within the wholesale industry by offering an extensive selection of fashion accessories, custom embroidered products, apparel, tote bags, makeup bags, caps, jewelry, and other boutique best-sellers. With a focus on identifying emerging trends and quickly bringing new products to market, Camel Threads has become a trusted supplier to boutiques and retailers across the country.Camel Threads maintains a prominent presence in two of the nation's premier wholesale marketplaces—AmericasMart Atlanta and Dallas Market Center—through fully built-out, turnkey cash-and-carry showrooms. These established showroom locations 

    $575,000
    Cash Flow: $182,387 
    Corinth, MS 
    Award-Winning Retailer + Real Estate | $182K SDE | 11K+ Customers Turn Key Profitable Community Staple Boutique Est Customer Base Includes Real Estate

    Established in early 2012, Shirley Dawgs has grown into a well-known and highly regarded retail destination in the heart of downtown Corinth. Operating out of a 5,500-square-foot, multi-level building, the business offers a dynamic shopping experience with a strong presence in both apparel and lifestyle retail. It also maintains an online presence, receiving orders from across the nation and internationally.Shirley Dawgs carries a curated selection of more than 50 premier brands across men's, women's, and children's clothing, complemented by a thoughtfully selected assortment of gifts and accessories. Notable men's brands include Southern Tide, Vineyard Vines, Southern Marsh, Johnnie-O, Southern Casanova, Properly Tied, Old Row, SAXX Underwear, Meripex, and Onward Reserve, while the women's offering features popular labels such as Z Supply, RD Style, 

    $305,000
    Cash Flow: $143,278 
    Sandoval Co., NM  Agent: Dara Smith
    2-in-1 Western Brand: Wholesale + Graphic Tee E-Com 16K Wholesale Accounts | High Margins | Fully Relocatable

    This is a rare opportunity to acquire a dual-revenue western brand combining a high-margin wholesale operation with a scalable retail e-commerce business. The wholesale division specializes in custom-designed shipping supplies and boutique essentials, serving over 16,000 active customers and generating consistent repeat orders. With strong margins across product lines and a reputation for unique, hard-to-find designs, this side of the business has become a go-to resource for boutique owners looking to elevate their branding and packaging.The retail division complements this with a primarily dropship-based print-on-demand graphic tee and lifestyle brand, allowing for low overhead and minimal inventory risk. Supported by a highly engaged audience across social media and email, the business benefits from strong repeat purchase behavior and organic growth. With streamlined systems, documented processes, and limited owner 

    $38,000
    Cash Flow: $9,115 
    Lawton, OK 
    Gorgeous Turnkey Women’s Boutique in High-Traffic Location Lawton, OK Profitable Brick & Mortar Boutique With Military Customer Traffic

    Founded in 2020, Wildflower Clothing Co. is an independently owned hybrid storefront and e-commerce women’s boutique located in a high-traffic shopping center in Southwest Oklahoma. The business has built a strong foundation through consistent sales growth, established local visibility, an active online store, and a loyal customer base that shops both in-store and online. Its impressive 52% email open rate further highlights a highly engaged audience and a brand that clearly resonates with its customers. The business also includes an assumable lease, with the current term extending through October 2026.Known for its curated mix of women’s apparel, accessories, and giftable items, Wildflower has created an approachable brand centered on making style feel easy, comfortable, and attainable for real women living real everyday lives. For a buyer, the business offers meaningful upside through expanding product collections, 

    $155,000
    Cash Flow: $68,036 
    Fulton Co., PA  Agent: Dara Smith
    Mobile Boutique + E-Commerce Brand | $10K/Event Avg + Scalable Growth Fully equipped trailer, established events, growing e-commerce Financing available

    This is a unique opportunity to acquire a mobile-first boutique business with multiple revenue streams and strong growth potential. The business is anchored by a fully equipped retail trailer that attends 5–8 events per month—including rodeos, markets, and large regional shows—generating consistent, high-volume sales and strong brand visibility.In addition to the mobile operation, the business includes a growing Shopify e-commerce store supported by an engaged social media following. Recent investments into the online platform have created a solid foundation for continued growth through digital marketing, TikTok Shop, and social selling. A small retail storefront is also in place to support inventory and local sales but is not essential to operations, allowing for flexibility and relocation.With established vendor relationships, a loyal customer base, and a 

    $255,000
    Cash Flow: $77,297 
    Fremont, MI 
    Profitable Stylish Tanning Salon/$201K Rev/$77K SDE/8K+ Cust/$139K FFE Established Turnkey Salon/8K+ Customers/$139K in FFE

    Established in approximately 2013, this well-positioned tanning salon has built a strong foundationwithin its local market. Acquired and thoughtfully rebranded in 2023, the business has seenrefreshed branding and continued investment into its service offerings.The salon features a comprehensive lineup of equipment, including seven lay-down tanning beds,two stand-up units, a Mystic Tan spray booth, and a top-of-the-line Smart Sun Therapy red light unit—providing multiple revenue streams and a well-rounded client experience. The business alsooffers a wide variety of customer-friendly visit options, including 3- to 6-month passes, monthlymemberships, minute packages, and one-time visits, allowing for flexibility while driving recurringrevenue and client retention.Operating out of a 1,300 square foot location, the business benefits from favorable lease terms,with the current lease in place through July 1, 2026, and the opportunity 

    $220,000
    Cash Flow: $45,995 
    Livonia, MI  Agent: Dara Smith
    Asset-Rich Med Spa | $375K+ Equipment | Major Growth Potential Open just two days a week—step in, expand hours, and scale quickly

    This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully equipped, medical-grade aesthetics business with a strong reputation and significant untapped growth potential. The business offers a range of high-demand services including body contouring, injectables, advanced laser treatments, and skin rejuvenation, supported by over $375,000 in fully owned, state-of-the-art equipment. Operating from a professionally built-out space, the foundation is in place for immediate and scalable service delivery.The business has developed a loyal client base and maintains a perfect online rating, driven by personalized care and consistent results. Currently operated on a limited, appointment-only schedule due to the owner’s full-time career, there is clear opportunity to increase revenue simply by expanding hours. Additional upside exists through implementing memberships, prepaid packages, expanding retail offerings, and introducing a structured 

    $99,000
    Cash Flow: $48,491 
    Eddyville, KY 
    Upscale Award Winning Hybrid Boutique/$240K+ Rev/$48K+SDE/5K+ Cust Gorgeous Turnkey Boutique in Eddyville, KY Financing available

    Jo & Chlo Boutique is an award-winning women’s boutique with a proven storefront + online model, established in 2021 and located in Eddyville, Kentucky. What sets the boutique apart is its strong community reputation and clear brand positioning. The boutique was recognized as 2022 New Business of the Year and 2024 Business of the Year, highlighting meaningful local traction and customer loyalty. Shoppers consistently praise the welcoming staff and the curated “little of everything” mix—driving repeat traffic and gift-driven purchases year-round.The boutique was built around three buyer-friendly pillars that translate into dependable sell-through: size inclusivity (S–3XL) to capture a broader customer base, a quality-forward selection that builds trust and repeat business, and versatile staples designed for everyday wear and easy styling. Jo & Chlo also 

    $425,000
    Cash Flow: $193,489 
    Tattnall Co., GA  Agent: Dara Smith
    High-Demand Boutique Brand w/ Massive Following & E-Commerce 50% online sales with major growth upside Financing available

    This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, highly recognizable boutique brand with a strong omnichannel presence and a loyal, repeat customer base. The business has been thoughtfully built with a focus on curated, on-trend apparel, accessories, and gift items that appeal to a wide demographic of women, creating consistent demand and repeat purchasing behavior.Approximately 50% of total revenue is generated through e-commerce, supported by a fully integrated Shopify platform that seamlessly manages website sales, POS, inventory, and fulfillment. The brand has built a powerful digital presence with over 60,000 combined social media followers, along with an established email and SMS marketing base—providing immediate access to an engaged audience and built-in revenue channels from day one.Operations are streamlined and highly transferable, with 

    $750,000
    Cash Flow: $179,000 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Profitable Women’s Apparel Brand | $179K+ SDE | $1.2M+ Revenue Fashion Designer's Dream With Multiple Wholesale Rev Outlets Financing available

    Founded in 2013 in the heart of Los Angeles, this established apparel brand offers a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational, American-made fashion platform with a proven track record in the boutique wholesale space. Known for its consistent quality and strong sell-through, the brand has built a loyal national customer base and earned top-tier credibility, including a 4.7-star rating on Faire with hundreds of reviews. All designs are developed in-house and produced locally through long-standing contractor relationships, including a dedicated pattern maker of nearly two decades. This allows for reliable production, faster turnaround times, and consistent quality—while also giving a new owner the ability to seamlessly introduce their own designs without needing to rebuild infrastructure.One of the most compelling aspects of this opportunity is the 

    $55,000
    Cash Flow: $14,599 
    Carthage, TX 
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    Gorgeous Metro Magazine Featured Turnkey Women's Boutique

    Established in 2018, this boutique—featured in a prominent metro magazine—has grown into a well-loved retail destination within its community. Built on a foundation of connection and customer experience, the business offers a welcoming, personalized shopping environment that has fostered a loyal and repeat customer base.Specializing in women’s apparel, jewelry, shoes, handbags, and accessories, the boutique is recognized for its timeless, chic aesthetic and thoughtfully curated inventory. With competitive pricing, exceptional customer service, efficient order fulfillment, and reliable shipping, the business has developed a strong reputation both locally and online, supported by an engaged and active social media presence.The business is fully turnkey, with ready-to-sell inventory and all furniture, fixtures, and equipment included, allowing for a seamless 

    $150,000
    Cash Flow: $109,507 
    Commerce Township, MI  Agent: Dara Smith
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    Boutique Day Spa - Cosmetologists’ Dream

    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. 

    $300,000
    Cash Flow: $106,996 
    Panama City, FL  Agent: Dara Smith
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    Trendy Bookstore & Wine Bar with 60K+ Following & Built-In Traffic

    This is a rare opportunity to acquire a trendy, community-driven bookstore and wine bar that has quickly become a destination for both locals and tourists. Built around curated retail, a unique beverage program, and a highly engaging event model, the business delivers an experience that keeps customers coming back and consistently drives strong in-store sales.The brand is supported by a built-in audience of 60,000+ followers, along with a growing email and SMS list, creating a powerful and cost-effective marketing engine. Multiple weekly events—including book clubs, author signings, and themed gatherings—serve as a reliable traffic driver, converting directly into retail and bar revenue. The merchandise mix includes high-performing book categories alongside high-margin apparel and lifestyle products, while the wine bar enhances both the customer experience 

    $40,000
    Cash Flow: $1,184 
    Lawrenceburg, IN 
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    Profitable Wholesale Sublimation Blanks Provider/$90K+ Rev/$40K Inv

    Route 50 Blanks is a well-reviewed wholesale supplier of premium sublimation-ready blanks, serving makers, print shops, and custom apparel brands nationwide. The brand has built a loyal following for its high-quality unisex fit t-shirts and complementary products specifically selected to produce vibrant, long-lasting sublimation results.Positioned on the supply side of the custom apparel industry, the company provides ready-to-decorate blanks that customers personalize using their own printing methods. Social media showcases finished examples to inspire end users and demonstrate product performance, while the core operation centers around sourcing and distributing high-quality blank goods.The product line features ultra-soft, polyester-rich blends (65% polyester or higher) designed for optimal color payoff. Four fabric options are offered — three at 95% 

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