- 2023 Franchise 500 Rank
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#292 Ranked #189 last year
- Initial investment
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$130K - $1M
- Units as of 2023
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796
Company Overview
About Jamba
Industry | Food |
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Related Categories | Smoothies/Juices, Fruit, Acai Bowls |
Founded | 1991 |
Parent Company | Focus Brands LLC |
Leadership | Nathan Louer, Chief Brand Officer |
Corporate Address |
5620 Glenridge Dr. N.E. Atlanta, GA 30342 |
Social | Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram |
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You could Own The Whirl'd with a Jamba Franchise.
Jamba Juice started out in San Luis Obispo, CA, in 1990 as a little juice shop with a big idea:
that eating better should be easy.

For nearly 30 years, Jamba has led the way in making balanced options easier and more accessible by serving delicious, made-to-order smoothies, juices, and bowls. With over 800 locations in 35 states and 6 countries, Jamba has become a pioneer and leader in the smoothies and juices category, and continues to innovate and grow with our guests.

"As a franchisee, I am very excited about Jamba’s® direction with its rebranding initiatives and ample opportunity for growth in new markets and venues across the country. In addition to the growth potential, the brand continues to invest in the menu to stay relevant and on-trend, which also helps support healthy unit economics.”
Panos Julios--Jamba® Franchise Owner with 42 Locations
- Fresh Made Simple
Jamba's diverse menu of blended drinks and energizing bites requires little prep, meaning no early mornings or late nights. - Optimal Locations
Our dedicated real estate team will provide real estate selection assistance and support. - Marketing Made Easy
Our dedicated marketing team creates national initiatives, LTOs, and social media campaigns to drive engagement and encourage brand loyalty. - Education for All
Receive comprehensive owner training as well as access to digital resources that will help you train your own team. - Always the Right Fit
Choose from a variety of footprints including traditional stores, drive-thrus, & nontraditional buildouts ranging from 1,000 - 1,500 sq.ft. - Smooth Operations
We'll help you track and measure your store's performance through data analysis, business reviews, and more.

FOCUS Brands Inc. is a leading developer of global foodservice franchise systems and the indirect parent company of Jamba® and several other iconic foodservice brands.
Business Overview
Franchising Since | 1993 (30 years) |
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# of employees at HQ | 57 |
Where seeking |
This company is offering new franchisees throughout the US. This company is offering new franchisees in the following international regions: Africa, Asia, Australia/New Zealand, Middle East, Europe (Eastern), Europe (Western), Central America, Canada, South America, Mexico |
# of Units | 796 (as of 2023) |
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Information for Franchisees
Here's what you need to know if you're interested in opening a Jamba franchise.
Financial Requirements & Ongoing Fees
Here's what you can expect to spend to start the business and what ongoing fees the franchisor charges throughout the life of the business.
Initial Franchise Fee
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$9,250 - $35,500 |
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Initial Investment
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$129,800 - $1,016,900 |
Net Worth Requirement
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$300,000 |
Cash Requirement
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$120,000 |
Veteran Incentives
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$15,500 off franchise fee |
Royalty Fee
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6%-7% |
Ad Royalty Fee
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1%-3% |
Term of Agreement
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20 years |
Is franchise term renewable? | Yes |
Financing Options
Some franchisors offer in-house financing, while others have relationships with third-party financing sources to which they refer qualified franchisees.
Third Party Financing | Jamba has relationships with third-party sources which offer financing to cover the following: franchise fee, startup costs, equipment, inventory, accounts receivable, payroll |
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Training & Support Offered
Franchisors offer initial training programs and a variety of ongoing support options to help franchisees run their businesses.
On-The-Job Training | 66 hours |
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Classroom Training | 22 hours |
Ongoing Support |
Newsletter
Meetings & Conventions
Toll-Free Line
Grand Opening
Online Support
Security & Safety Procedures
Lease Negotiation
Field Operations
Site Selection
Proprietary Software
Franchisee Intranet Platform
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Marketing Support |
Co-op Advertising
Ad Templates
Regional Advertising
Social Media
SEO
Website Development
Email Marketing
Loyalty Program/App
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Operations
Additional details about running this franchise.
Is absentee ownership allowed? | No |
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Can this franchise be run from home/mobile unit?
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No |
Can this franchise be run part time?
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No |
Are exclusive territories available?
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Yes |
Franchise 500 Ranking History
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