Thinking about getting into the salon suite business but don’t have a beauty background? You’re not alone— nor are you at a disadvantage. At Phenix Salon Suites, some of our most successful franchisees come from industries like fast-casual dining, fitness, real estate, and even automotive services.
Our model isn’t built on salon expertise, it’s built for business-minded entrepreneurs looking for portfolio-friendly, low-overhead opportunities that scale. If you’re exploring franchise brands outside your core industry, Phenix offers a smart, proven path into the booming beauty and wellness space.
Portfolio Diversification
Phenix’s business model is designed to be turnkey and intuitive. Salon professionals manage their own studios and clients, while franchisees focus on real estate management, tenant satisfaction, and business oversight— not day-to-day salon operations. This semi-absentee model makes it incredibly easy for franchise owners from other sectors to transition into the beauty and wellness space, diversifying their portfolio.
We are proud to support franchisees of all backgrounds. In fact, 95% of our franchise owners had no salon experience prior to joining. What matters most is having a strong business mindset, a passion for supporting entrepreneurs, and the drive to build something meaningful.
1. Fast-Casual Restaurant Franchisees
Operators in the restaurant space are already experienced with site selection, customer service, and managing high-traffic locations. With Phenix, they’re able to apply that operational savviness to a more passive, recurring-revenue model— one that doesn’t require a full staff or 7-day work week.
Instead of managing inventory, turnover, and food costs, they’re overseeing a clean, modern space that’s largely self-sufficient. And with Phenix’s high occupancy rates and streamlined systems, the shift is both refreshing and rewarding.
2. Fitness Franchise Owners
Franchisees from fitness brands like boutique gyms or wellness centers are no strangers to community building and creating inviting environments. Those same skills carry over beautifully at Phenix, where tenant satisfaction and community atmosphere are key.
Plus, these entrepreneurs understand how to scale with intention. They see Phenix as a way to diversify their revenue streams while staying within the broader wellness industry.
3. Real Estate Investors
Phenix is a natural fit for real estate-minded franchisees. The model centers around leasing private suites to independent professionals, which is essentially a business within a commercial real estate framework. Investors understand lease negotiations, site selection, and property management— all vital pieces of the Phenix franchising puzzle.
For this group, the Phenix model becomes an attractive way to generate a reliable cash flow through multi-tenant occupancy, with the added benefit of a nationally recognized brand and dedicated support team.
4. Service & Retail Franchisees
Owners of service-based businesses like automotive repair, cleaning services, or retail stores often seek opportunities with less staff dependency and simpler day-to-day operations to build out their portfolios. Phenix gives them that.
With low overhead, minimal staffing, and high margins, our salon suite model offers a chance to diversify without complicating their business lives. Many find it to be the perfect complement to their existing investments.
A Flexible, Scalable Future Starts Here
Whether you’re a seasoned multi-unit operator or entering franchising for the first time, Phenix offers the freedom, support, and simplicity you need to grow.
Expand your portfolio with Phenix and fill out our inquiry form today!
