Paciugo Italian Gelato vs MaggieMoo's Ice Cream & Treatery Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Paciugo Italian Gelato vs MaggieMoo's Ice Cream & Treatery including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Paciugo Italian Gelato Franchise
MaggieMoo's Ice Cream & Treatery Franchise
Investment $248,200 - $489,250$225,000 - $375,000
Franchise Fee $20,000 - $30,000$33,000
Royalty Fee 4.5%6%
Advertising Fee 2.5% + 2%-
Year Founded 20001996
Year Franchised 20041997
Term Of Agreement 10 years10 years
Term Of Agreement 10 years10 years
Renewal Fee $15K$5K


Business Experience Requirements

 
Paciugo Italian Gelato Franchise
MaggieMoo's Ice Cream & Treatery Franchise
Experience -
  • Industry and business experience preferred

  • Financing Options

     
    Paciugo Italian Gelato Franchise
    MaggieMoo's Ice Cream & Treatery Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/NoNo/No
    Start-up Costs No/NoNo/No
    Equipment No/NoNo/No
    Inventory No/NoNo/No
    Receivables No/NoNo/No
    Payroll No/NoNo/No

    Training & Support

     
    Paciugo Italian Gelato Franchise
    MaggieMoo's Ice Cream & Treatery Franchise
    Training DVD-
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperativesNewsletter, Meetings, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations
    Marketing -Co-op advertising, Ad slicks
    Operations 12% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 5 - 5

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

    International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 65% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 12

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (90% of current franchisees are owner/operators)


    Expansion Plans

     
    Paciugo Italian Gelato Franchise
    MaggieMoo's Ice Cream & Treatery Franchise
    US Expansion -Yes
    Canada Expansion NoNo
    International Expansion NoYes

    Company Overviews

    About Paciugo Italian Gelato

    Ciao a tutti! We welcome you to explore this opportunity we offer to join the Paciugo family! Franchisees share our vision of introducing authentic Italian gelato throughout the United States, and we believe Paciugo franchise ownership is an attractive business opportunity. Franchises are available with Paciugo throughout the United States. A Proven Product Our history offers a glimpse into the possibilities at Paciugo, beginning in 2000 when the first Paciugo gelateria opened at West Lovers Lane in Dallas, Texas. Paciugo quickly developed a loyal following, and by 2004 had a local presence with eight stores and kiosks operating in the Dallas Metroplex. Paciugo's success is grounded in our commitment to the authentic Italian gelato tradition. We do not sacrifice our product for cheaper or faster alternatives, and our customers recognize this. That is why our customer survey results in 2005 rated Paciugo gelato higher than premium ice cream food service concepts in the categories of better health, lower fat, superior taste, and higher quality. Purchasing Power We have direct access to the best Italian suppliers for the highest quality and most cost effective ingredients and machinery. A Good BrandPaciugo is a trusted brand because we stand firm behind our motto, Ante Lucrum Nomen "Reputation before Profit." Most of our early franchisees are long-time Paciugo customers or had been Paciugo employees. As our franchisee, you can rest assured that you are representing a first-class and honest brand.

    About MaggieMoo's Ice Cream & Treatery

    We are currently expanding nationwide, but have approved sites and immediate opportunities in the following areas of the country: Cincinnati, OH Simpsonsville, SC Charleston, SC Oklahoma City, OK Boise, ID NY Metro Northern Virginia Topeka, KS Call 1-800-524-6444 for more information about these areas.