Multi-Unit Franchisee, 2010 Multi-Unit Buyers Guide

OPPORTUNITY

Description

Founded in 1970, sBc retains a strong link to seattle and the pacific northwest coffee culture, serving as the company’s home region for more than 40 years. established infrastructure will provide on-going support franchisees need.

• Superior design, development support, and a complete equipment package to get franchisees up and running quickly.

• Expert training and regular in-cafe support help employees confidently deliver the seattle’s Best coffee experience customers have come to expect.

• Complete food and beverage program to maximize dayparts.

• A diverse portfolio of cafe concepts, including custom cafes and kiosks, with many allowing choices to maximize investment.

Demographics

• Daytime population
exceeding 30k within 2
miles
• Median income of $70k
• Key day part is morning,
however lunch and late
afternoon are important
• Morning commute
• Convenience focused
• Pulls from residential areas
within 1. 5 miles

Fast Franchise Facts Franchising Since: 1994, founded in 1970

Multi-unit Franchisee operating units: 96%

total Franchise operating units: 548

Company operating units: 9

Capital Investment: $191,000–$521,000

Franchise Fee (per unit): $30,000

Royalty Fee (per unit): 7%

Advertising fee (per unit): 1%

Earnings Claims: Yes

Build-out options: inline, Free standing, Drive-thru, Malls

Available territories: u.s. only. no area/territory restrictions.

Qualifications

• Liquid Capital: $250,000+
• Net Worth Required:
$1,000,000+
• Previous food and beverage
operational experience
preferred

Rankings & Awards

Ranked among the 10 best Franchise values – QSR, January 2010

SITE LOCATION Assistance

sBc has tools designed to help asses the site and the area surrounding the potential location including demographics, competitors and visibility. sBc has a relationship with its preferred real estate and site selection vendor.