Allegra Network vs Image360 Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Allegra Network vs Image360 including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Allegra Network Franchise
Image360 Franchise
Investment $30,872 - $373,911$196,497 - $370,473
Franchise Fee $10,000 - $45,000$40,000
Royalty Fee 1.5%-6%6%-1.5%
Advertising Fee 1%2%
Year Founded 19761986
Year Franchised 19771987
Term Of Agreement 20 years20 years
Term Of Agreement 20 years20 years
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Allegra Network Franchise
Image360 Franchise
Experience
  • Liquid Capital Required: $100,000
  • Net Worth Required: $400,000
  • Investment: $162,464 - $516,949
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    Financing Options
     
    Allegra Network Franchise
    Image360 Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees -/--/-
    Start-up Costs -/--/-
    Equipment -/--/-
    Inventory -/--/-
    Receivables -/--/-
    Payroll -/--/-

    Training & Support
     
    Allegra Network Franchise
    Image360 Franchise
    Training At Allegra we have an initial two week training for new members. On an ongoing basis we have consultative sales management training , Virtual Sales Manager training programs , as well as, extensive online training on marketing services and sales coaching to our members. On-The-Job Training: 17 hours Classroom Training: 66 hours Additional Training: Virtual and in-person operations, sales and marketing training On-The-Job Training: 21 hours Classroom Training: 119 hours Additional Training: At various locations
    Support Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform
    Marketing Co-op Advertising Ad Templates Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app Co-op Advertising Ad Templates Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app
    Operations
  • The Profit Mastery Program featuring facilitated Performance groups and Profit Mastery Assessment Process.
  • Business Assessment & Planning Process based on our Annual Operating Ratio Study that helps pinpoint areas for improvement in cost management, staffing, and a host of operational functions.
  • A full-service, cost-advantaged Allegra Marketing Resource Center to execute a complete range of strategic planning and creative services for member clients.
  • We offer more than 130 cost-advantaged vendor relationships to drive higher margins and increase profitably. Number of Employees Required to Run: 4
    		• Absentee Ownership Allowed Number of Employees Required to Run: 2

    Expansion Plans
     
    Allegra Network Franchise
    Image360 Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion Yes-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About Allegra Network

    Allegra is a graphics communications franchise offering a wide range of services including print, mail, graphic design, web, social media, e-marketing campaigns, display, and related services. The industry as a whole is estimated at $178 billion. This business opportunity is built on the established *$60 Billion printing industry

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  • B2B - 9am- 5pm Monday- Friday
  • High average ticket
  • B2B - Working with professional clients and staff
  • Unmatched support & sales training system
  • Scalable single unit location
  • Variety of work with customized solutions
  • All small to medium sized businesses need our services

  • Veteran Incentives  25% off franchise fee


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    #339 in Franchise 500 for 2020.



    • About Image360

    Image360 Centers provide signage and graphic solutions to companies and organizations. Franchise owners enjoy the work/life balance of a business-to-business enterprise while participating in a growing industry. With 22 million businesses in the U.S., the need for our products and services increases every year. Unlike traditional sign shops with limited products and services, an Image360 Center is a full-spectrum provider of all types of visual communications. With your own resources backed by the expertise of our professional staff, you can differentiate your business from others as a single, responsive source for graphics, signage and display solutions. As an owner, you can benefit from:
    * Initial training
    * Available in-house provided training & support
    * Product services & in-network solutions
    * Advertising, marketing & promotional programs
    * Alliance Corporate Services (national accounts)
    * Networking opportunities

    * Resale & exit strategy programs

    The total investment necessary to begin operation of a start-up Image360 Center ranges from $192,595 to $365,299. If you will operate a start-up center, this includes $57,000 that must be paid to franchisor.
    The total investment necessary to convert either a Signs By Tomorrow® center or a Signs Now® center into an Image360 Center ranges from $13,316 to $65,284. This includes $0 to $500 that must be paid to the franchisor.
    For qualified candidates, the total investment necessary to convert your existing independent graphic solutions business to an Image360 Center through our Advantage program ranges from $38,652 to $214,304. This includes $19,500 that must be paid to the franchisor.

    Seeking new franchise units throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico and Western Europe
    Veteran Incentives  25% off franchise fee
    #187 in Franchise 500 for 2020.
    #376 in Franchise 500 for 2021.