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the counter can say with certainty, that they are using e-cigarettes, and more importantly, they actually work.” It is more than just putting customers at ease. At the time of interview, Jonathan had himself interviewed another potential employee to start working for him under the UltraVapour.com umbrella. Not only does Jonathan help people lead a healthier lifestyle by informing them about vaping, but he also supports the local economy by employing local people. Of his nine staff, all are former customers who initially popped into the store just to check out vape products. This word of mouth has boosted sales and footfall in UltraVapour.com, which is why Jonathan is keen to build on the popularity and get more vaping products to market, to people who need it the most. With two stores in operation at the moment and two more in the pipe-line before the first quarter of this year, it’s a flourishing business model that flies in the face of the impending TPD. Jonathan attributes the success of UltraVapour.com to giving solid information when selling a product. It’s the accountability, transparency and the after-service that keeps vapers coming back for more. By giving information freely, Jonathan champions ethical selling on all levels. So what can a customer expect (apart from plumes of delicious clouds) when they first walk through the doors of an UltraVapour.com store? Jonathan said: “It can be a little daunting for the customer, so we try to put them at ease. The first thing I ascertain is whether the customer is a current smoker. There are two particular types of vaping, firstly, the regular vaping (1.8 coil). Secondly there is sub-ohm vaping, which uses trace amounts of nicotine, is more recreational based and is popular for cloud-chasing. The sub-ohm vaping is more stage two and I’d never recommend sub-ohm vaping to a newbie At the heart of the business is the compassionate need to help others; as a former smoker, Jonathan knows what it’s like to want to quit smoking. vaper, as this is something like jumping into the deep end. I’d recommend 18mg nicotine and something small and light to carry. Within a matter of weeks, after some vapers get the hang of regular vaping, and if they see their friends blowing clouds, they’ll want to do the same, which is when I introduce them to sub-ohm vaping.” Jon also asks a new customer if they are vaping for health reasons, or to save money. Vaping can be cheaper than smoking, but the bigger draw is that vaping is healthier. He would then recommend a Starter Kit. From the very beginning, UltraVapour. com had Ego kits manufactured specifically for them, with an official CE certification. New customers are recommended to try a Starter Kit to start saving money and after one month, if they get along with vaping, they are encouraged to look at a more durable piece of vaping kit. So who is the typical UltraVapour.com customer? There is a vast variation, in the type of customer that frequent Jonathan’s friendly, down to earth, yet state of the art stores. From eighteen year olds to pensioners, who are tired of smoking, it is never too late to lead a healthier vape lifestyle. With over 20 ranges of e-liquids including 17 ranges from the  USA and a massive array of tanks, coils and coil building accessories, UltraVapour. com is your one-stop shop for all your vaping needs. They even have a cool and nifty app which handily lists their diverse e-liquid menu. They are in middle of incorporating a rating system, which means customers will be able to check out a Top 10 list to see best-sellers whilst on the go. The customer, is always at the forefront of Jonathan’s mind. Why not check out the website for yourself www.ultravapour.com or download the app (search ‘UltraVapour.com’ in the iTunes store)? If you prefer, you can even chat to Jonathan and his friendly team passionate about vaping on either 0121 293 5786 or 0121 448 4910 VAPOUROUND MAGAZINE ISSUE 03 213