"This is a fantastic business opportunity for someone from a corporate / business background who would like to start their own business. The concept is based on providing a unique customer experience through the combination of highly trained staff and high quality customer service. We carry a range of high quality shoes with removable foot beds and through the use of specialised computer scanning equipment we can make custom insoles for the perfect fit."

Ireland's First Foot Solutions Store will open on Cork's Grand Parade in late May and franchise opportunities will be available from June.

A Foot Solutions franchisee is able to provide expert advice and footwear solutions to a broad range of customers including athletes, people with foot problems and people that simply have an interest in taking care of themselves and in general wellbeing.

Health and Wellness, Foot Solutions focuses on the 40 and older group, which is the fastest growing market in the world. Research has shown that approximately 25% to 30% of the World's population need our services. "The market for a Foot Solutions business is extraordinary," reflects Founder and CEO Raymond J. Margiano. "It is a business with little competition, few employees (two to start), reasonable hours and high margins. We enjoy strong customer retention and repeat business with minimal direct competitors. Foot Solutions is the leader in its industry segment with the most stores and industry leading services and products."

Already established in over 250 locations across nine countries, Foot Solutions is seeking individuals and companies who recognise the enormous potential of Foot Solutions and are able to develop a sustainable business in their Area. A range of Area Development and single unit franchises are available across Ireland and the UK.

Demand for Foot Solutions is truly universal and Foot Solutions provides its franchisees with support, training and expertise to achieve success.