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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Strickland's vs Forever Yogurt including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $188,500 - $315,000 | $240,000 - $478,450 |
Franchise Fee | $25,000 | $40,000 |
Royalty Fee | 6% | 6% |
Advertising Fee | - | 2% |
Year Founded | 1936 | 2010 |
Year Franchised | 2002 | 2012 |
Term Of Agreement | 15 years | 10 years |
Term Of Agreement | 15 years | 10 years |
Renewal Fee | $500 | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | - | - |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-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 |
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Training | We conduct an intensive, one-week training session at our Akron, Ohio headquarters or at our Irvine, California franchise location, depending on where you live. You will gain both "back office" and in-store experience covering all aspects of operating a Stricklands Ice Cream franchise. In addition, we provide 3-5 days of onsite supportand training at your location during your grand opening week. We also provide our Franchisees a comprehensive Franchise Operations & Policies Manual, which provides detailed information concerning the development, opening and ongoing operation of your Stricklands Ice Cream franchise. | Hands-on training at our corporate office, become a froyo expert. On-The-Job Training: 1-3 days Classroom Training: 1-2 weeks |
Support | - | Purchasing Co-ops Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations |
Marketing | - | Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising |
Operations | - | Absentee Ownership Allowed |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | - | Yes |
Canada Expansion | No | - |
International Expansion | No | Yes |
A Deliciously Different Ice Cream Store Franchise!
Welcome to a franchise opportunity that can only be described as "deliciously different." With a history and tradition dating back to 1936, Stricklands has been a thriving, dynamic business in the greater Akron, Ohio area for generations. Our award-winning homemade ice cream is legendary and unlike any other ice cream in the industry.
Forever Yogurt is growing! This young and fun company is an award-winning, leading brand in the industry. With high grossing stores and low overhead, don't miss out on franchising in the US or internationally with Forever Yogurt. We are currently seeking national and international multi-unit owners with exclusive territory rights, and single-unit franchise owners.