Multi-Unit Franchisee Magazine 2012 Buyer's Guide | Page 50

MULTI-UNIT Buyer’s Guide FOOD OPPORTUNITY Description Demographics Market demographics are based on a minimum three mile population of 60,000, with a minimum household income of $60,000. Kolache Factory looks for high traffic areas over 40,000 cars per day with high visibility. Fast Franchise Facts SITE LOCATION Multi-Unit Franchisee Operating Units: 42% Assistance Kolache Factory will work with you in identifying a favorable site, and help you locate a real estate broker who can assist with lease negotiations. Franchising Since: 2000, founded 1982 Total Franchise Operating Units: 19 Company Operating Units: 21 Capital Investment: $340,330–474,000 Franchise Fee (per unit): $35,000 Royalty Fee (per unit): 6% Advertising Fee (per unit): 3% Qualifications Earnings Claims: Yes Multi-unit restaurant operations experience; Minimum liquidity of $750,000; Minimum net worth of $1.5 million; Ability to acquire and/or develop at least 5 restaurants; Operating partner is an equity partner and resides in the desired market. Available Territories: Most US States Build-Out Options: Inline, Free Standing, Airports Rankings: Houston Business Journal’s “Fast 100” 2007, 2008, 2009. Contact Aaron Nielsen Director of Franchise Sales (281) 829-6188 ext. 108 [email protected] www.kolachefactory.com 48 MULTI-UNIT BUYER’S GUIDE 2012 As a quick service, bakery-café that serves excitingly different products, Kolache Factory is experiencing tremendous success in the market. Recognizing that bakery-cafés are currently producing among the highest average retail unit volumes of any concept outside of casual dining, Kolache Factory has tremendous growth potential as a business franchise opportunity. Customers love our prod uct because they are delicious and easy to eat on the run.