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Nothing Bundt Cakes

Bundt cakes and gifts

Investment

$667,100

Initial Franchise Fee

$45,000

Units

722

Growth Rate

+62.2%

Overview About Investment Territories Support Operations Ranking History

Overview

Industry Food
Founded 1997
Franchising Since 2006
Parent Company Roark Capital
Leadership Dolf Berle, CEO
# of Employees at HQ 126

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About Nothing Bundt Cakes

Nothing Bundt Cakes is a baking company that has more than 340 locations across the U.S. Their concept is unique, and they use only the finest ingredients to produce high-quality cakes. 

The bundt cakes come in different flavors and sizes. Nothing Bundt Cakes caters to all, making small and large cakes, and you can get a cake for any and every occasion. Nothing Bundt Cakes makes celebrating life's moments an everyday occurrence. Cake is not just for birthday parties anymore. 

Why You May Want to Start a Nothing Bundt Cakes Franchise

By starting a Nothing Bundt Cakes franchise, you will serve those who have a sweet tooth. To become a franchisee, you do not necessarily need to possess previous experience in baking or running a restaurant. The company provides all the support you need to prepare for your grand opening and to start operations. This support includes both one the job and classroom training, as well as marketing support.

Nothing Bundt Cakes prides itself on only using the highest quality of ingredients to make its cakes, which has given it a solid base of customers.

Nothing Bundt Cakes is an award-winning franchise that has ranked in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 multiple times in recent years. This ranking is based on an evaluation of more than 150 data points in the areas of costs and fees, size and growth, franchisee support, brand strength, and financial strength and stability.

What Might Make Nothing Bundt Cakes a Good Choice?

To operate a Nothing Bundt Cakes franchise, you'll want to make sure you're financially ready with enough liquid capital available for the initial investment, which includes a franchise fee and other startup expenses. Ongoing fees may consist of a royalty fee, as well as an advertising fee. The term of agreement for Nothing Bundt Cakes franchisees is typically 10 years, at which point the franchisee may renew their franchise for a sum if both they and the franchise are satisfied with the direction of the franchise.

It may be wise to speak with a financial planner and an attorney as you prepare to invest in Nothing Bundt Cakes. 

How to Open a Nothing Bundt Cakes Franchise

As you decide whether you wish to open a Nothing Bundt Cakes franchise, make sure you take time to explore the opportunity. Research the business and your local area to see if a franchise would do well in your community. Make sure that the supply for cakes in your area will not outweigh the demand.

To begin the franchising progress, submit an inquiry to Nothing Bundt Cakes. You may receive franchise information with details about the opportunity. From here, you may complete a personal and professional profile as you prepare to speak with a Nothing Bundt Cakes franchise representative. 

Soon you may be speaking with current Nothing Bundt Cakes franchisees. Here you may have the chance to learn more about what it takes to operate a store. You may also be invited to meet the corporate team at Nothing Bundt Cakes headquarters as you make your final decision regarding opening a Nothing Bundt Cakes franchise. 

Investment Details

Initial Franchise Fee $45,000
Initial Investment $667,100 - $1,032,500
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Available Territories

Franchising opportunities available in the following regions

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Training & Support Programs

Comprehensive training and ongoing support to help you succeed

Training

On the Job Training
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Ongoing Support

Purchasing Co-ops
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Field Operations
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Operations & Requirements

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Ranking History

Nothing Bundt Cakes performance in the Franchise rankings over recent years

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Updated: December 12th, 2022