San Gelato Cafe vs Bananas Smoothies & Frozen Yogurt Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of San Gelato Cafe vs Bananas Smoothies & Frozen Yogurt including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
	San Gelato Cafe Franchise	Bananas Smoothies & Frozen Yogurt Franchise
Investment	$500,000 - $1,400,000	$224,500 - $457,000
Franchise Fee	$25,000	$22,000 - $37,200
Royalty Fee	-	5%
Advertising Fee	-	1%
Year Founded	-	1975
Year Franchised	-	2003
Term Of Agreement	-	-
Term Of Agreement	-	-
Renewal Fee	-	-
Business Experience Requirements
	San Gelato Cafe Franchise	Bananas Smoothies & Frozen Yogurt Franchise
Experience	-	-
Financing Options
	San Gelato Cafe Franchise	Bananas Smoothies & Frozen Yogurt Franchise
	In-House/3rd Party	In-House/3rd Party
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Training & Support
	San Gelato Cafe Franchise	Bananas Smoothies & Frozen Yogurt Franchise
Training	- San Gelato has developed a set of extensive training courses that 15 days taught at out corporate headquarters, as well as in-store training to make sure Franchisees hit the ground running. Post the initial training program, San Gelato also provides 5 days of onsite training during your soft opening and a system of continuous business development training, utilizing Webinars, Web-based distance learning courses covering sales, operations, and marketing training programs.	-
Support	- We offer a corporate team of specialists that are dedicated to continuously evolving the business model and providing support in product preparation, marketing, sales, advertising and operations to help ensure you stay on track and reach your development goals.	Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations
Marketing	- Ongoing promotional marketing support, with tried and true strategies to effectively target your specific consumer for both the Caf�. Everything from networking coupons to community outreach programs; we have the marketing/sales materials to help drive and push sales and create ever increasing brand recognition.	-
Operations	-	Absentee Ownership Allowed Number of Employees Required to Run: 19
Expansion Plans
	San Gelato Cafe Franchise	Bananas Smoothies & Frozen Yogurt Franchise
US Expansion	-	-
Canada Expansion	-	-
International Expansion	-	-

Company Overviews

About San Gelato Cafe

When you join our San Gelato Cafe team, you will be a step ahead of other independent business owners. As a franchisee, you not only have the benefit of running your own business but you will also have the assistance of a team of professionals devoted to the success of your San Gelato Cafe. We are committed to the success of each individual franchisee. The collaborative support offered by the San Gelato Cafe team allows for the integration of all the services you will need. We are proud to offer to You, and to share with You, our experience. We are excited about the amazing success of San Gelato Cafe, and we are committed to continue achieving great results. Our relationship with people we work with is based on integrity, dedication, hard work, achieving financial and personal goals through product and excellent service.San Gelato is an exciting new franchise. Do not let the "new" surprise you. Our roots are strong; our passion and commitment even stronger. Franchisor Services - We are committed to the success of each individual Franchisee and Regional Developer. The collaborative support offered by the San Gelato Cafe team allows for the integration of all the services you will need. Typical locations occupy approximately 1,200-1,600 square feet of space. Locations are situated in Upscale Urban Areas, Retail Shopping Centers, Regional Malls, Lifestyle Centers, Resort Areas, all in medium-high income areas. Theme parks, Casinos, Universities, and Upscale Tourist Areas are considered "unique locations" Strong foot traffic count and high visibilities are vital factors. We hope you will be part of our exciting franchise. The possibilities are endless. The sky is the limit. Fly with us...We promise a great ride!

About Bananas Smoothies & Frozen Yogurt

Bananas Smoothies & Frozen Yogurt is a quick serve restaurant style frozen treat franchise concept with a menu featuring the chain's proprietary Everything Yogurt brand frozen yogurt, Bananas Smoothies & Frozen Yogurt brand smoothies and frosties, and Gretel Pretzel brand hand-rolled pretzels. Other offerings include premium flavored coffees, espresso, cappuccino, muffins, ice cream, nuts, candies, bagels, cookies, cakes and flavored popcorn, as well as specialty items such as Bananas apparel and gifts.