Tropik Sun Fruit & Nut vs Fannie May Candies Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Tropik Sun Fruit & Nut vs Fannie May Candies including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Tropik Sun Fruit & Nut Franchise
Fannie May Candies Franchise
Investment $93,000 - $214,000$260,000 - $460,000
Franchise Fee $20,000$40,000
Royalty Fee 6%-
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 19801920
Year Franchised 19800
Term Of Agreement Varies based on lease term-
Term Of Agreement Varies based on lease term-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Tropik Sun Fruit & Nut Franchise
Fannie May Candies Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
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    Financing Options
     
    Tropik Sun Fruit & Nut Franchise
    Fannie May Candies Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/Yes-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Tropik Sun Fruit & Nut Franchise
    Fannie May Candies Franchise
    Training --
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Grand opening, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing --
    Operations 10% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 6 - 8

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (40% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Tropik Sun Fruit & Nut Franchise
    Fannie May Candies Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About Tropik Sun Fruit & Nut

    Tropik Sun began in the summer of 1980 in downtown Chicago with a basic offering of 20 varieties of nuts, 16 types of dried fruits, a dozen trail mixes, carob and yogurt-covered nuts and fruits. Today Tropik Sun has evolved to include a diversified and wide variety of "fun-munchies", gift items and thirst-quenching refreshments. Tropik Sun will likely be known as the greatest "fun-munchie" store in the history of shopping malls! Tropik Sun is proud to serve quality products that reflect the popular tastes of our ageless customers.

    About Fannie May Candies

    Be a part of Fannie May's rich history and become a Fannie May retail chocolate store franchise owner. A tradition dating back to the early days of our first Chicago store in 1920, Fannie May has always been a part of people's lives as they select their favorite chocolates, year after year, for the holidays and other special occasions. Our dedication to quality ingredients and freshness has never changed throughout the years. While we remain true to our beginnings, we never stop improving and growing. Backed by the strength of 1-800-Flowers.com and its family of strong brands, Fannie May continues to open stores and is currently seeking qualified business professionals who can help us take the Fannie May experience to even more communities and customers than ever. Do you have a passion for chocolate, or simply recognize a delicious opportunity when it comes around? Fannie May would like to talk to you. Become a part of our recognized brand, as we grow across the country through multiple franchise territories! Includes: * Training in a new, state-of-the-art facility * Building design, construction and site selection advice * Periodic on-site follow up field visits * A comprehensive, confidential operations manual * Guidance in ordering initial candy and food items and supplies * Assistance in developing marketing campaigns and in-store promotions
    For more information on the Fannie May franchise program, contact us at 1-800-321-0444 x138.