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This document contains confidential information and is the property of Dispatch Central (a 3PL Ventures LLC company).

By receiving it, you agree not to transmit it to any third party without prior permission.

Investment Memorandum
& Business Plan
FY 2020
▪ Market Research
▪ Industry Snapshot
▪ About 3PL Ventures
▪ Freight & Logistics Business
▪ Investment Opportunity
▪ Investment Details
▪ Key Financials
▪ Roles & Responsibilities
▪ Risks & Mitigation
▪ Main Terms & Conditions
▪ Action Items – What Next?
• Trucking moves 71% of all the freight in America.

• 6% of all the full-time jobs in the country, 7.4 million


people overall, including mechanics and office personnel.
The trucking industry serves the American Nearly 3.5 million were truck drivers.
economy by transporting large quantities of raw
materials, works in process, and finished goods over • US trucks moved 10.8 billion tons of freight in 2017. They
land—typically from manufacturing plants to retail hauled $11.7 trillion of freight across all parts of the United
distribution centers. Trucks in America are States.
responsible for the majority of freight movement over • Most drivers will average about 2,000 and 3,000 miles a
land and are tools in the manufacturing, week. Over the course of the year, that a trucker's mileage
transportation, and warehousing industries. total can easily exceed 100,000 miles.
• Most owner-operators started their companies at age 36
and made around $55,000 per year. More than 35% began
their careers in the military.
▪ LTL shippers account for around 13.6 percent of America's
trucking sector.
▪ Estimates of 15.5 million trucks operate in the U.S.. Of this
figure, 2 million are tractor trailers.
▪ Of that one in nine are independent, a majority of which
are owner operators.
▪ Estimates of 500,000 companies in the U.S. Of that figure
97% operate 20 or fewer while 90% operate 6 or fewer
trucks. 80% of these trucking companies are regarded as
small businesses totaling 6 trucks or less.
I N D U ST RY
SNAPS HOT
“3PL VENTURES LLC.”
▪ Vision: To launch successful technology-driven logistics businesses
▪ Head Office: 6808 Bintliff Drive, Houston, Texas, 77074
▪ Registration: as a Limited Liability Company in Texas 3PL
Partnership
▪ 3PL Co-Owners: (5 years of combined trucking experience)
▪ Obaid Iqbal, Owner, Dispatch Central Inc.
▪ Logistics & Dispatch Dispatch
GPA4
▪ Sami Ahmad, Owner, GPA4. Inc. Central
Obaid Sami
▪ Strategy, Finance & Technology

▪ 3PL Ventures LLC is currently developing two startups under the Dispatch Central
subsidiary:
▪ Freight & Transportation / Fleet Management
▪ Dispatch Services
Our Hot Shot Trucks in Action!
▪ 3PL Venture’s “Logistics / Freight” business is being operating under the “Dispatch Central
Inc.” subsidiary.

▪ Current state of business:


▪ Operating 5 “Hot-Shot” Trucks – have gained requisite experience and healthy cashflows.
▪ Have developed a superior strategy for dispatching, hence earning more per truck than competition.
▪ Ready for growth – expanding into Semi-Tractors in order to double revenue per truck.
▪ Looking for investing partners interested in investing in building a fleet.

▪ Dispatch Central Inc.


▪ 6752 DeMoss Drive, STE 217, Houston, TX 77074
▪ Federal Registrations & Licensing:
▪ Department of Transportation #: 3378660
▪ Federal Motor Carrier Safety Authority #: 1101606
INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY
▪ We are growing our fleet from Hot Shot Trucks to Semi Tractors (18-wheelers).

▪ Our objective is to build a fleet of 12 Trucks, along with Investing Partners in every truck.

▪ Type of Truck:
▪ Preferred models: Freightliner and Kenworth (2017-2019)
▪ Pre-owned, 450k-600k mileage, Warranty protection required
▪ DD-15 or Cummins ISX engine preferred
▪ Shall purchase from dealerships or auctions

▪ We will focus on: FLATBED and REEFER (refrigerated)


Focus #1

We are experts at
operating with
Flatbed Trailers.
Focus #2

Refrigerated Trailers “Reefers” transport food products.


▪ Investors invited to participate in building a fleet with us!
▪ Take advantage of the lucrative returns from trucking, without the headache of driving, dispatching,
or management!
▪ Investment Amount:
▪ Ranges between $45,000 and $60,000, depending on the available and suitable truck.
New trucks range from $125k-$200k.
▪ Shall cover the cost of the entire setup – truck, taxes, transfer fees, trailer, equipment, etc.
▪ We prefer that the investor uses cash for purchase, but option to use debt financing also possible.

▪ The life of each truck, also the life of the investment, is expected to last between 12-24
months. Well maintained trucks can reach a mileage of 800,000 or more.
▪ Each truck presents an excellent investment opportunity for investors.
▪ High Return on Investment
▪ Short Payback Period / Breakeven
▪ Medium / Low Risk
Scenario A B
Investment = $50,000

KEY FINANCIALS
Avg. Rate / Mile $4.00 $4.00
Miles Driven 8,750 11,250 Breakeven = 4 months
Revenue $35,000 $45,000
30% Lease-On & Dispatch $10,500 $13,500
3.0% Payments Factoring $1,050 $1,350 12-month ROI
Driver $5,500 $5,500
ROI $ = $100,000
▪ The Truck has an earning potential of: Gas $5,000 $6,000
ROI % = 200%
Insurance $1,500 $1,500
▪ Revenues: $35,000 to $45,000 / per month Phone + ELD $100 $100
Maintenance & Warranty $1,800 $1,800
▪ Profits: $9,000 to $15,000 / per month Tolls $400 $500 18-month ROI
Expense $25,850 $30,250 ROI $ = $175,000
EBITDA / Net Income $9,150 $14,750
Taxes ROI % = 350%
▪ Financial Model Variables: Profit $9,150 $14,750

24-month ROI
▪ 18 months | $50,000 investment | monthly @10,000 miles = $40k gross, $12.5k profit
ROI $ = $250,000
▪ @$4 / mile average | 6 days / week operation | no breakdowns | non-tax adjusted ROI % = 500%
Months 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ...18
Avg. Rate / Mile $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00
Miles Driven 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000
Revenue $40,000 $40,000 $40,000 $40,000 $40,000 $40,000 $40,000 $40,000 $40,000 $40,000 $40,000 $40,000 $40,000
30% Lease-On & Dispatch $12,000 $12,000 $12,000 $12,000 $12,000 $12,000 $12,000 $12,000 $12,000 $12,000 $12,000 $12,000 $12,000
3.0% Payments Factoring $1,200 $1,200 $1,200 $1,200 $1,200 $1,200 $1,200 $1,200 $1,200 $1,200 $1,200 $1,200 $1,200
Driver $5,500 $5,500 $5,500 $5,500 $5,500 $5,500 $5,500 $5,500 $5,500 $5,500 $5,500 $5,500 $5,500
Gas $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000
Insurance $1,500 $1,500 $1,500 $1,500 $1,500 $1,500 $1,500 $1,500 $1,500 $1,500 $1,500 $1,500 $1,500
Phone + ELD $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100
Maintenance & Warranty $1,800 $1,800 $1,800 $1,800 $1,800 $1,800 $1,800 $1,800 $1,800 $1,800 $1,800 $1,800 $1,800
Tolls $400 $400 $400 $400 $400 $400 $400 $400 $400 $400 $400 $400 $400
Expense $27,500 $27,500 $27,500 $27,500 $27,500 $27,500 $27,500 $27,500 $27,500 $27,500 $27,500 $27,500 $27,500
EBITDA / Net Income $12,500 $12,500 $12,500 $12,500 $12,500 $12,500 $12,500 $12,500 $12,500 $12,500 $12,500 $12,500 $12,500
Taxes
Profit $12,500 $12,500 $12,500 $12,500 $12,500 $12,500 $12,500 $12,500 $12,500 $12,500 $12,500 $12,500 $12,500
Cumulative $25,000 $37,500 $50,000 $62,500 $75,000 $87,500 $100,000 $112,500 $125,000 $137,500 $150,000 $225,000
Dispatch Central Inc. Investor
▪ Finding suitable truck and equipment ▪ Make all equipment available (truck, trailer, tools,
etc.), with financing from either:
▪ Providing “MC Authority for Truck Lease-On” (30%) ▪ Cash Investment (preferred)
▪ Daily Dispatching and Route Planning ▪ Debt Financing + Deposit
▪ credit score should be no less than 700
▪ Invoice Factoring and Revenue Management (3%)
▪ Recruiting and managing driver
▪ Although we conduct the work, you must cover the
▪ Maintaining equipment (conducting any works) Startup and Operating Cost of the truck, including:
▪ Driver Salary (from own company)
▪ Truck Administration, Document Management, and
Accounting ▪ Insurance on Truck (est. $600)
▪ Fuel and DEF
▪ Monthly Performance Report
▪ Routine maintenance (oil change, filters, brakes, tires)
▪ Compliance and Regulation: FMCSA, DOT, IFTA, ▪ Warranty cost and any repairs not covered by it
Electronic log device ▪ Tolls, Fines, Penalties, Permit, IFTA fees, Apportion
Plates
▪ Safety Monitoring
▪ Federal and State Taxes
▪ Fuel cards facility (if necessary)

You are the INVESTOR and OWNER of the truck…


while we are the OPERATER. Both parties profit about equally.
▪ Like every business, there are risks. Carefully managing these risks is key to business continuity and
profitability. The following are the main risk factors to be aware of, and mitigate:
▪ SEASONALITY: Truck Performance varies from month-to-month due to seasonal trends, and
economic boom-bust cycles.
▪ MARKET FLUCTUATION: The availability of suitable loads and their pricing is prone to variation
depending on geography and other market factors, effecting revenue.
▪ DRIVER TURNOVER: Undependable and unprofessional behavior is not uncommon, leading to
down time in recruiting another driver. This will be best controlled by screening for dedicated and
professional drivers, and compensating and valuing them well.
▪ BREAKDOWNS: We are using second-hand trucks, increasing the risk of breakdowns. Repairs
require down time, costing time and money. This is best managed by taking extended warranties
and timely preventative maintenance.
▪ ACCIDENTS: May occur at anytime. Hedged by full coverage insurance and careful driver
monitoring.
▪ NON-COMPLIANCE: Not conforming to safety guidelines, getting traffic violations, accidents, load
securement problems, failing DOT inspections and audits, all contribute to poor safety ratings and
risk shutdown by the DOT or insurance companies. We work extra hard to make sure all drivers
follow regulations and equipment is operated safely.
▪ FORCE MAJEURE: External / environmental factors adversely effecting ability to secure and drop
loads… i.e. Acts of God (i.e. COVID-19, natural disasters, labor strikes).
▪ TERM: Owner/Investor must work with us for a period of at least 1 year.
▪ FEES: Owner/Investor agrees to pay the Operator 33% of the gross revenue for its services.
▪ NON-INTERFERENCE: Owner/Investor shall not interfere in the management of the truck at
any time.
▪ REPORTING: Operator agrees to promptly share any important information and news
regarding the truck. At month end, Operator will provide a Performance Report outlining the
loads, and financials, and any other important details regarding the trucks performance.
▪ RESERVE REQUIREMENTS: Owner/Investor shall keep a cash reserve of no less than
$10,000 at all times to cover unforeseen maintenance costs or any other expense.
▪ TAXES: Owner/Investor is responsible for its own taxes payable and any liabilities, and the
same is true for the Operator.
▪ INDEMNITY: Neither party shall hold the other liable for any loss, debt or penalty incurred.
▪ DISBURSEMENT: Both parties can only expect to earn profit if the truck is operational.
Operator will pay Owner/Investor on a bi-weekly basis.
▪ Please refer to the Motor Carrier Agreement for complete details on terms and conditions.
1. We Partner 2. Equipment 3. Driver 4. Lease-On 5. Operate

• MOU + • We find a
$2,000 non- good truck • Recruitment • MC • Wheels
refundable and trailer Agreement begin
deposit rolling!
• Screening /
• Get Interviews / • You get (dispatching
• Register inspection Driving Test insurance on and driving)
your LLC and decision → Decision Truck and
to Buy Driver • Truck is
• Open your • Physical picking and
Bank • Your Exam • We get dropping
Account company insurance on loads.
purchases cargo
• Drug Test
• Deposit truck and • Collecting
$40,000 in leases trailer Payments
• Employment • Add truck to
your bank if Motor and making
Agreement Profit $$$
buying cash • Apply for Carrier
(W-2 or
apportion Authority
1099)
• Or share plates
credit report • Obtain ELD
+ proof of • IRS Form Device
$10k deposit 2290
if financing

Steps #1 – 4 typically take about 4-6 weeks… 12-24 months


The information contained in this investment
memorandum / business plan is not intended as, or should
be construed as, financial advice or an investment
recommendation. Although figures are approximate as
per our experience, at no time should they be understood
as a guarantee of profits in the future. Investor should
understand there is always risk of loss and make their
independent decision based on their own research
accordingly.
Please contact us to begin discussing your truck investment:
Sami: (713) 294-9130 or Obaid: (832) 943-2009

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