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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Ameci Pizza & Pasta vs Johnny Brusco's including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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| Investment | $250,000 - $300,000 | $303,200 - $770,000 |
| Franchise Fee | $25,000 | $30,000 |
| Royalty Fee | 6% | 4-5% |
| Advertising Fee | 3% | 2% |
| Year Founded | 1984 | 1977 |
| Year Franchised | 0 | 1995 |
| Term Of Agreement | - | 10 years +10 |
| Term Of Agreement | - | 10 years +10 |
| Renewal Fee | - | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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| Experience | Food service experience is certainly an advantage but is not necessary. Your aptitude, your desire, your work ethics, your grooming and courtesy are all paramount to your success. | - |
Financing Options |
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| In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
| Franchise Fees | Yes/- | -/- |
| Start-up Costs | -/- | -/- |
| Equipment | -/- | -/- |
| Inventory | Yes/- | -/- |
| Receivables | Yes/- | -/- |
| Payroll | Yes/- | -/- |
Training & Support |
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| Training | Ameci has developed a hands on and in-depth training program that is sensitive to the learning pace of each candidate. There is both on-site/on-the-job training and classroom type training. Ameci training personnel have worked as operational employees of the company and understand what it takes to be a successful franchise owner. The company will also continue to develop new products and operational techniques and systems to stay in a competitive position. Training, therefore, is an ongoing way of life and a major commitment of Ameci management. | 1. Atlanta, GA 4 Weeks minimum 2. Memphis, TN 4 Weeks minimum 3. Dallas, TX 4 Weeks minimum |
| Support | - | Central Purchasing Field Operation Evaluation Field Training Initial Store Opening Inventory Control Regional or National Meetings 800 Telephone Hotline: |
| Marketing | - | - |
| Operations | - | Average Number of Employees: 8 Full-time, 8 Part-time Passive Ownership: Allowed, But Discouraged |
Expansion Plans |
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| US Expansion | - | Yes |
| Canada Expansion | - | - |
| International Expansion | - | - |