THE SHOPS at I.M.E
Small Business Incubator for Product Based Brands
EXCLUSIVE MEMBERSHIP ONLY$200/MONTH
(Sliding Scale Available)
Are you a product-based business or entrepreneur looking for a brick-and-mortar presence without the high overhead costs? Look no further! The Shops at I.M.E Studios provide an excellent alternative to owning your own store, offering you all the benefits without the hassle. More than just a vending space, we are a small business incubator offering real support. We provide the community, resources, and tools you need to help your brand succeed, you no longer have to figure it out and do it all on your own.
Included with Membership:
- Retail space for your brand in The Shops at I.M.E monthly.
- Monthly video &/or in person workshops from successful entrepreneurs
- Monthly pop-up opportunities for additional vending and exposure.
- Members -only events for networking and collaboration
- Complimentary 15 min. Monthly Product Photo Shoot
- Community: Gain access to our exclusive online members only portal filled with other entrepreneurs, creatives and professionals. Network, collaborate, share information, find your tribe.
- Members Only Discounts on space rentals, professional services and entertainment.
- Website Promo on I.M.E Studios Site: Gain exposure with a featured listing on our website.
- Social Media Promotion: Gain exposure with featured content across our social media platforms.
- Free Professional Digital Marketing Materials: Receive free copies of all our professionally created digital marketing materials that feature your brand.
Why Choose Us
Staffing, Inventory, and Payment Processing: We handle the operations so you can focus on your business.
All-Inclusive Pricing: Enjoy the benefits of a physical store without the additional costs of rent, utilities, and insurance. Pay one flat rate, no hidden costs or surprise fees. Develop a Stream of Passive Income: Earn without the daily hassle of running a store. You keep 100% of your revenue minus the standard credit card processing fees. Standard commercial credit card fees are an average rate of 3.5% + $0.30 per transaction.
Send Us Your Inventory: Simply send us your products, and we take care of the rest. Packages for Local and Non-Local Vendors: Convenient options tailored to meet the needs of all vendors.
Market Research: Test your products and gain real insights from real people. Discover which of your products aren't working and need further development as well as which products are a hit and scale your business up.
Strategically Located: Our shops are strategically located within a state-of-the-art building that includes content studios, offering you a unique and exclusive opportunity to gain visibility. Your products will be showcased to streamers, influencers, and content creators, and can be featured in high-profile placements such as music videos, YouTube series, social media content, commercial projects, and more. This prime location ensures that your brand receives unparalleled exposure, enhancing your reach and potential for growth.
Enhanced Package Add-Ons:
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Workshop Access with use of heat press machines, vinyl cutters and discounted DTF gang sheets.
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Coworking hot seat access. Work on your administrative tasks in a professional environment with other members.
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Designated desk in shared private office with one other person.
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Private office or suite for complete privacy
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Additional Sales Channel: Product sold in our Doordash store.
Join The Shops at I.M.E today and elevate your product-based business with our comprehensive store space rental and membership packages. Enjoy the benefits of a fully managed retail space and focus on what you do best, creating and selling your products.
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ABOUT THE AREA
The Shops at I.M.E flagship is located within a mixed residential and commercial neighborhood in Hamden, CT 06518.
We are conveniently located on a busy main road within 5 minutes of 2 major interstates. Additionally we are surrounded by 4 major colleges and universities including:
3 minutes from Quinnipiac University
10 minutes from Yale University
10 minutes from Southern Connecticut State University
13 minutes from Albertus Magnus College
7 minutes from the Hamden Shopping plaza.
Rental Fees
Custom, flexible and affordable price plans designed to fit your businesses specific needs. Starting at $200.00 a month.
For more information regarding pricing, payouts, inventory, eligibility and space dimensions please visit our FAQ Section HERE.