The Original Italian Pie vs Vanellis Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of The Original Italian Pie vs Vanellis including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
The Original Italian Pie Franchise
Vanellis Franchise
Investment $200,000 - $617,500$175,000 - $500,000
Franchise Fee $25,000$30,000 - $40,000
Royalty Fee 5%-
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 1994-
Year Franchised 1995-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
The Original Italian Pie Franchise
Vanellis Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options

     
    The Original Italian Pie Franchise
    Vanellis Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/No-/-
    Equipment No/No-/-
    Inventory No/No-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support

     
    The Original Italian Pie Franchise
    Vanellis Franchise
    Training Various programs-
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising-
    Operations Franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 100% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 30

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (75% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans

     
    The Original Italian Pie Franchise
    Vanellis Franchise
    US Expansion YesYes
    Canada Expansion NoYes
    International Expansion NoYes

    Company Overviews

    About The Original Italian Pie

    The Original Italian Pie has two models for franchising. Our Full Service model is 2500-4000 square feet with a start up cost range between $328K-$617.5K Our New The Original Italian Pie 2GO model is much smaller, requiring 1400-2000 square feet and a start up cost range between $200K-$275K. Here at "The Pie" we are currently seeking qualified individuals or groups to be a part of our growing franchise community

    About Vanellis

    Vanellis is a highly successful fast food chain dedicated to offering fresh Italian food to today's fast-paced, health-conscious lifestyle. We are focused on expanding our network of franchises without compromising our dedication to giving consumers a fast and freshly-prepared meal at an affordable price. As part of the Vanellis family, you will benefit from the experience of our dynamic Vanellis team. We provide to all our stores the necessary tools for success. *Delicious and Healthy Recipes *Training and Operation Support *Purchasing Power *Established Advertising & Marketing Strategies The experience and know-how that have made Vanellis franchises so successful can be yours. To get started on an opportunity with Vanellis, please contact Bill Hamam at [email protected].