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At a Glance
Products & Services: Frozen yogurt
Number of Locations: 275
Total Investment: $300K - 320K
Founded: 2007
Began Franchising: 2008
About Menchie's
Menchie's shops offer self-serve frozen yogurt in 100 rotating flavors, including low carb, no sugar added, dairy free, nonfat, gluten free, and kosher options. Founders Danna and Adam Caldwell came up with the company's name from the nickname Adam gave when they were dating. They opened their first store in Los Angeles in 2007, and began franchising a year later.Franchise Units
| Year | U.S. | Canadian | International | Company Owned |
| 2013 | 231 | 32 | 11 | 1 |
| 2012 | 191 | 20 | 4 | 5 |
| 2011 | 95 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| 2010 | 38 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 2009 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Where Seeking Franchisees: Franchisor is seeking new franchise units worldwide.
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $300,000 - $320,000
Franchise Fee: $25,000 - $40,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 6%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Franchise Fee: $25,000 - $40,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 6%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Financial Requirements
Net Worth: $300,000
Liquid Cash Available: $90,000
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Franchise Ranking History
America's Top Global: #192 (2012),
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