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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Paciugo Italian Gelato vs FroyoWorld including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $248,200 - $489,250 | $250,000 - $340,000 |
Franchise Fee | $20,000 - $30,000 | $15,000 |
Royalty Fee | 4.5% | 6% |
Advertising Fee | 2.5% + 2% | - |
Year Founded | 2000 | 2010 |
Year Franchised | 2004 | 2010 |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
Renewal Fee | $15K | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | - | - |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | No/No | -/- |
Start-up Costs | No/No | -/- |
Equipment | No/No | -/- |
Inventory | No/No | -/- |
Receivables | No/No | -/- |
Payroll | No/No | -/- |
Training & Support |
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Training | DVD | - |
Support | Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives | The FroyoWorld Development Team includes professionals with multi-unit restaurants business expertise who can be great resources and consultants to your business. From start to finish, our team will be with you all the way, assisting you in every aspect of opening your very own FroyoWorld. |
Marketing | - | The FroyoWorld Development Team will support you with all the necessary tools needed to market your FroyoWorld store. We're here to help our franchisees with social media, advertising, graphic design, and more that they can use to get the word out about their location in their community. |
Operations |
12% of all franchisees own more than one unit Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 5 - 5
Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators) | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | - | Yes |
Canada Expansion | No | - |
International Expansion | No | Yes |
Ciao a tutti! We welcome you to explore this opportunity we offer to join the Paciugo family! Franchisees share our vision of introducing authentic Italian gelato throughout the United States, and we believe Paciugo franchise ownership is an attractive business opportunity. Franchises are available with Paciugo throughout the United States. A Proven Product Our history offers a glimpse into the possibilities at Paciugo, beginning in 2000 when the first Paciugo gelateria opened at West Lovers Lane in Dallas, Texas. Paciugo quickly developed a loyal following, and by 2004 had a local presence with eight stores and kiosks operating in the Dallas Metroplex. Paciugo's success is grounded in our commitment to the authentic Italian gelato tradition. We do not sacrifice our product for cheaper or faster alternatives, and our customers recognize this. That is why our customer survey results in 2005 rated Paciugo gelato higher than premium ice cream food service concepts in the categories of better health, lower fat, superior taste, and higher quality. Purchasing Power We have direct access to the best Italian suppliers for the highest quality and most cost effective ingredients and machinery. A Good BrandPaciugo is a trusted brand because we stand firm behind our motto, Ante Lucrum Nomen "Reputation before Profit." Most of our early franchisees are long-time Paciugo customers or had been Paciugo employees. As our franchisee, you can rest assured that you are representing a first-class and honest brand.
In the summer of 2010, FroyoWorld opened its first Frozen Yogurt Lounge on the Yale University campus in the town of New Haven, Connecticut. With our award winning Original Tart froyo recipe in hand, we introduced the self-serve frozen yogurt in Connecticut. We had overwhelming support for our product from the community, so we opened a few more stores, and then we opened a few more after that. Finally, we became a franchise so that entrepreneurs and business folks could bring the success we've built to their area. In less than a year, we had gone from a start-up to a successful franchising business. We now have nearly 40 locations open in New England and Puerto Rico, over 100 flavors that rotate in every store, and tons of amazing toppings and frozen yogurt treats. Become a part of FroyoWorld's international brand as we expand to markets all over the globe. Our brand continues to grow because of our exceptional tasting yogurt and great customer service that is associated with the FroyoWorld brand. Yo This, Yo That, Kiwi This, Cherry That, Orange, Pink, Red or Blue � don't be fooled. FroyoWorld is the brand for you. The FroyoWorld Development Team has established global contacts and nurtured valuable relationships with distributors and vendors. This allows us to purchase goods internationally, in bulk, and at discounted rates. We then pass these discounts on to our FroyoWorld Franchisees.