Froots
At a Glance
Products & Services: Smoothies, wraps, paninis, salads, soups, juices
Number of Locations: 37
Total Investment: $92.6K - 319K
Founded: 2001
Began Franchising: 2004
Private Owned
Franchise Units
| Year | U.S. | Canadian | International | Company Owned |
| 2011 | 26 | 0 | 11 | 0 |
| 2010 | 34 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| 2009 | 48 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 2008 | 30 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Where Seeking Franchisees: Franchisor is seeking new franchise units worldwide.
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $92,600 - $319,000
Franchise Fee: $25,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 6%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 5 years, renewable
Franchise Fee: $25,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 6%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 5 years, renewable
Financial Requirements
Net Worth: $200,000
Liquid Cash Available: $100,000
Operations
50% of all franchisees own more than one unit. Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 9. Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (70% of current franchisees are owner/operators).| Financing Type | In-House | Third Party |
| Franchise Fee | ||
| Startup Costs | ||
| Equipment | ||
| Inventory | ||
| Accounts Receivable | ||
| Payroll |
How This Franchise Supports Franchisees
Training: Available at headquarters: 16 hours. At franchisee's location: 1 week. At Froots corporate store : 40 hours.
Ongoing Support: Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives,
Marketing Support: Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media,