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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of 16 Handles vs Cefiore including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $274,500 - $735,000 | $200,000 - $350,000 |
Franchise Fee | $30,000 | N/A |
Royalty Fee | 6% | - |
Advertising Fee | 2% | - |
Year Founded | 2008 | 2006 |
Year Franchised | 2010 | 2006 |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
Renewal Fee | 10% of the then franchise fee | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | Experienced business people, franchisees, and multi-unit operators | *Business experience in retail or food & beverage operations. *The passion to build, own and operate your own Cefiore. *Financial capability to open and maintain your Cefiore stores. *Desire to build success and motivate a team of leaders. *Active within your local community. |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | No/Yes | -/- |
Start-up Costs | No/Yes | -/- |
Equipment | No/Yes | -/- |
Inventory | No/Yes | -/- |
Receivables | -/- | -/- |
Payroll | -/- | -/- |
Training & Support |
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Training | 2 Weeks of training at one of our corporate training stores in NYC 1 Week of on site training support by one of our Operations Specialists | - |
Support | As a 16 Handles franchise owner, you will receive full support services every step of the way. Through informative, on-site visits and a comprehensive, confidential operations manual, you will be assisted in all the critical areas, including but not limited to: site selection, building design, initial equipment purchases, hiring, management, food ordering and marketing. And you will have ongoing support from our experienced corporate team to guide you through building your business, controlling your costs and running your business efficiently all the way from post-deposit through grand opening and beyond. | - |
Marketing | - | - |
Operations | A Franchise Business Consultant will be assigned to your store to assist with all business operations | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | Yes | - |
Canada Expansion | - | - |
International Expansion | Yes | Yes |
NO LONGER FRANCHISING
Cefiore is one of the leading frozen yogurt companies in Southern California. Since first opening its doors in 2006, Cefiore has already grown steadily throughout California and other areas of the nation. The company has built a strong following for its unique and refreshing non-fat frozen yogurt flavors, including, but not limited to: Raspberry-Pomegranate, Green Tea, Original and the newest flavor, Acai Berry and Chocolate. Each serving comes topped with fresh fruit. The company also offers fruit smoothies, flavored snow ice, waffles, and a wide selection of organic teas and coffee drinks.
Interested in operating a Cefiore franchise abroad? We are looking for passionate and experienced individuals to join our international team of franchisees and help grow Cefiore into new neighborhoods. We have international franchising opportunities for single, multi-unit and area development.