Arizona Bread Company vs Sub Connection Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Arizona Bread Company vs Sub Connection including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Arizona Bread Company Franchise
Sub Connection Franchise
Investment $149,000 - $341,500$198,175 - $362,350
Franchise Fee $25,000$19,500
Royalty Fee 5%5%
Advertising Fee -2%
Year Founded 19941999
Year Franchised 20022004
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Renewal Fee 1/2 of current franchise fee-


Business Experience Requirements
 
Arizona Bread Company Franchise
Sub Connection Franchise
Experience
  • Management skills
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    Financing Options
     
    Arizona Bread Company Franchise
    Sub Connection 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/Yes-/-
    Payroll No/Yes-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Arizona Bread Company Franchise
    Sub Connection Franchise
    Training --
    Support Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, Regional advertising-
    Operations Franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 100% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 13 - 15

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Arizona Bread Company Franchise
    Sub Connection Franchise
    US Expansion --
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About Arizona Bread Company


    The Arizona Bread Company began in 1994 and immediately established itself as the premier bakery/cafe in Scottsdale Arizona.

    We are a fast casual artisan bakery offering breads, made from scratch soups, gourmet sandwiches and desserts in an engaging environment and featuring award-winning food. Arizona Bread Company uses only the freshest ingredients using no preservatives, additives, bases or conditioners. Every sandwich is prepared to order so it is served at its freshest. We have evolved into a rather unique niche offering alternatives to traditional fast food concepts.

    Arizona Bread has consistently been recognized as the premier purveyor of quality breads in the Metro Phoenix Area since 1994 as evidenced by our numerous awards and customer loyalty base.

    The Arizona Bread Company produces natural breads and does not use any additives, bases, conditioners or preservatives as many bakeries do. Many of our bread products contain zero fat.

    About Sub Connection

    Sub Connection lets you get in on toasted subs and the healthy, fresh appeal of this quick service segment. Customers want fresh-made food with healthy ingredients...just what you'll serve up at your own SubConnection restaurant.
    • Sub Connection offers flexible build-out options, including an express model for food courts.
    • Subs are a major component of the quick service segment, with solid performance and steady growth. With over 90 locations nationwide already, SubConnection has market visibility and is poised for rapid growth.
    • We offer ongoing brand development.
    • We offer a broad range of menu categories and choices so you can tailor your product mix to your market and cover all dayparts.
    • You get the resources of a leading global foodservice provider behind you in systems development, procurement, product development and marketing.
    Sub Connection includes a variety of cold subs, wraps, salads, soup and breakfast items. Don't forget toasted subs, the latest and hottest trend!