A dynamic Quebec-based enterprise renowned for developing and managing a diverse portfolio of restaurant and lifestyle brands.
Their ventures include concepts like Steak Avenue, Poulet Royal, and Sushi X, among others.
Their mission emphasizes creating extraordinary concepts through close collaboration with employees and partners to deliver exceptional experiences to their clientele.
GBM's extensive experience in franchising and brand development aligns with Arthur's vision of offering unique tiki boat experiences.
Their proven track record in scaling concepts and emphasis on innovation make them a promising partner.
Perfect partnership for expanding the tiki boat venture through building, selling, renting and beyond.
Leverage GBM's franchising expertise to develop a scalable model for building tiki boats, providing rentals, and introducing the concept to new markets locally and abroad.
Incorporate GBM's culinary brands into the tiki boat experience, offering curated menus from their restaurants like Steak Avenue or Sushi X, enhancing the onboard dining experience.
Utilize GBM's marketing acumen to co-develop promotional campaigns, tapping into their established customer base and brand recognition to boost visibility for the tiki boat offerings.
Explore opportunities and meet with GBM's leadership, Vincent Blanchette and Pierre-Antoine Morency Porlier, to discuss potential collaboration opportunities.
Outline the mutual interests, benefits, investment structures, and operational strategies for the partnership.
Launch the existing tiki boat experience featuring GBM's culinary offerings to gauge market response and refine the concept. Rent, Market, Build, Sell Tiki Lux Boats.
Do IT Florida LLC will manage and oversee the day-to-day operations for the Miami hub and support the scalable framework to franchise this model across other territories with GBM.
90-Day Action Plan
Weeks 1–2
Final vendor contracts, boat #1 complete for charter, maintenance crew recruited
Weeks 3–6
Offer GBM-curated charters, gather customer feedback, refine operations
Weeks 7–12
Push digital ads, scale to second boat, lock in 5+ weekly rentals
Week 12+
Begin documentation & structure for franchising/licensing opportunities
Operations & Expansion Director – Do IT Florida LLC
30–40% local net profit stake + stake in company valuation
Initial 2-year renewable agreement with automatic vesting based on performance milestones
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TikiLuxBoats combines traditional tiki aesthetics with modern marine engineering to create unique, eye-catching vessels that deliver exceptional on-water experiences.
Our iterative design process involves:
Our customization program is a key differentiator in the market, allowing customers to create truly unique vessels that match their specific needs and aesthetic preferences.
Initial meeting to understand client needs, preferences, and intended use case.
3D rendering of customized boat with all selected options for client approval.
Guided process for selecting materials, colors, and finishes with physical samples.
Detailed specification document outlining all customizations and technical requirements.
Regular updates during the build process with photos and progress reports.
Comprehensive walkthrough and training on all custom features and systems.
Our Miami-based production facility combines traditional craftsmanship with modern manufacturing techniques:
We maintain strategic partnerships with:
All boats are built to meet or exceed:
Operational Lead: Arthur Romanov (Do IT Florida LLC)
"The ultimate way to party, propose, or unwind — on the water, with a plate and a breeze."