Blackjack Pizza vs Glass Nickel Pizza Company Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Blackjack Pizza vs Glass Nickel Pizza Company including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Blackjack Pizza Franchise
Glass Nickel Pizza Company Franchise
Investment $168,300 - $392,300$613,000 - $1,236,500
Franchise Fee $35,000$25,000
Royalty Fee 3%5%
Advertising Fee -1%
Year Founded 19831997
Year Franchised 19882007
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee $1K-


Business Experience Requirements
 
Blackjack Pizza Franchise
Glass Nickel Pizza Company Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options
     
    Blackjack Pizza Franchise
    Glass Nickel Pizza Company Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/Yes-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/Yes-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Blackjack Pizza Franchise
    Glass Nickel Pizza Company Franchise
    Training Ongoing assistance & classroom training available-
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, Regional advertising-
    Operations 25% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 15 - 30

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

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Blackjack Pizza Franchise
    Glass Nickel Pizza Company Franchise
    US Expansion YesYes
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About Blackjack Pizza

    Blackjack Pizza was founded in 1983 by Vince Schmuhl. After working several years for Dominos Pizza, the founder felt that there was plenty of room for competitors in the fast growing pizza delivery business. At that time, Dominos Pizza was the only major player in the pizza delivery business in the Rocky Mountain region and he felt that customers would really appreciate an alternative to Dominos Pizza. The first Blackjack Pizza store was opened on June 29, 1983 in Federal Heights, CO. The second store opened in Greeley, CO in February of 1984. Vince continued to open new stores, mainly in the Denver Metro Area. By 1986, there were six corporate owned stores and one franchisee in operation. In 1988, Blackjack officially became a franchisor using the concept of an owner/operator franchisee at each store location. Several corporate stores were sold to franchisees, and other franchisees were added to the system through conversions of independent operators who saw the value in being part of Blackjack Pizza. We have continued to add franchise outlets to the system under a policy of slow, controlled growth. There are 45 stores in operation in four states.

    About Glass Nickel Pizza Company

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    On November 5th, 1997 the first Glass Nickel Pizza Co. opened its doors in Madison, WI and has been making critically acclaimed delicious pizza ever since. Consistently named best pizza in Madison, the Glass Nickel Pizza Co. now has several independently owned locations around Wisconsin and has established a uniquely fresh and creative menu. This menu features over 15 original specialty pizzas along with salads, subs, sandwiches, pastas, and even chicken and fish options. Each Glass Nickel Pizza Co. works hard not only to provide great food and service, but to serve their community and build a trusting relationship with every customer. Looking to take a new path? Owning your own business is a challenging yet extremely rewarding undertaking. The Glass Nickel Pizza Co., is looking for hard working, fun and intelligent people to join our team.