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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of A Grande Finale vs Peace, Love & Little Donuts including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $125,938 - $237,750 | $121,200 - $235,100 |
Franchise Fee | $35,000 - $60,000 | $40,000 |
Royalty Fee | 5%-6% | 6% |
Advertising Fee | 2% local 1% corp. | 1% |
Year Founded | 1999 | 2009 |
Year Franchised | 2007 | 2016 |
Term Of Agreement | - | - |
Term Of Agreement | - | - |
Renewal Fee | - | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | - | Net-worth Requirement $500,000 Liquid Cash Requirement $150,000 |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | -/- | -/Yes |
Start-up Costs | -/- | -/Yes |
Equipment | -/- | -/Yes |
Inventory | -/- | -/Yes |
Receivables | -/- | -/- |
Payroll | -/- | -/- |
Training & Support |
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Training | - | On-The-Job Training: 40 hours Classroom Training: 20 hours |
Support | - | Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform |
Marketing | - | Co-op Advertising Ad Templates Social media Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app |
Operations | - | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | Yes | - |
Canada Expansion | - | - |
International Expansion | - | - |
NO LONGER FRANCHISING
A Grande Finale Patisserie Franchise Owner
* Become part of a growing franchise with a proven operating system.
* Use of trademark, logo and photos.
* Decadent desserts and beverages made with quality ingredients and skill.
* Proprietary and proven recipes of our gourmet desserts and sauces. (If full patisserie is awarded)
* Complete Operations Manual.
* Assistance with site selection and lease negotiations.
* Comprehensive marketing and merchandising program.
* Outstanding training and ongoing franchise support to help you achieve your goals.
* Incredible branded product line with focus on keeping it exciting and delightful to our customers.
* Commitment from a Franchisor who is truly devoted to the success of every Franchise owner.