South Bend Chocolate Company Franchise

Gourmet chocolate and confectionery manufacturer

Chocolate is in the Tarner family's blood. When Mark Tarner founded the South Bend Chocolate Company (SBCC) in 1991, he had already spent several years working in his father's chocolate factory. Privately owned and operated, the South Bend Chocolate Company got its start making chocolates under a license from the
University of Notre Dame, and currently makes licensed chocolates for
other schools, including Indiana University and Purdue University. In
addition, South Bend Chocolate Company also wholesales its product line to gift shops, gourmet
food stores, coffee shops and gift basket companies throughout the
country.

South Bend Chocolate Company franchises operate retail kiosks, Chocolate Caf'ites and
Caf'xpress coffee carts in malls throughout Indiana and other states.

The total investment necessary to begin operation of the Kiosk model
ranges from $85,700 to $111,005, and for the Cafe Model range from
$340,552 to $676,460.

For the Kiosk model, this includes $55,000 to
$57,000 that must be paid to the franchisor or affiliate, and for the
Café model includes $57,000 to $61,000 that must be paid to the
franchisor or affiliate.

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How much does it cost to open a South Bend Chocolate Company Franchise?

The investment required to open a South Bend Chocolate Company Franchise is between $85,700-$676,460. There is an initial franchise fee of $35,000 which grants you the license to run a business under the South Bend Chocolate Company name.

Individual Unit Costs

Initial Investment:
$85,700-$676,460
Initial Franchise Fee:
$35,000
Royalty Fee:
4%
Advertising Fee:
N/A
Term of Agreement:
4 years
Renewal Fee:
$150

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News and Press Releases

Chocolate Museum � Open For Business
The South Bend Chocolate Company is excited to announce the grand opening of their Chocolate Museum. A special Grand Opening celebration was held Thursday, August 7, 2003. The Chocolate Museum is part of the company’s 18,000 square feet expansion of its factory. The museum houses a collecti...

South Bend Chocolate Company News & Press Releases

South Bend Chocolate Company Franchise Growth History

When did the first South Bend Chocolate Company open? 1991
When did South Bend Chocolate Company start Franchising? 1997

Year	U.S.A.	Corporate
2005	13	10
2004	11	9
2003	11	10
2002	8	10
2001	11	10

South Bend Chocolate Company Franchise Expansion Plans

United States: Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maine, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia, Wyoming,

Financing Options

Expense	In-House	Third Party
Franchise Fee	No	No
Startup Costs	No	No
Equipment	No	No
Inventory	No	No
Accounts Receivable	No	No
Payroll	No	No

Training & Support

Training
Ongoing (monthly visits)

Support
Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Field operations/evaluations

Marketing
Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, Regional advertising

Business Operations

0% of all franchisees own more than one unit

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 6 - 20

Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

Qualifications & Business Experiences

Business Experience:

Overall qualifications considered; no specific experience is necessary

How much does a South Bend Chocolate Company Franchise owner make?

Your income potential as a South Bend Chocolate Company Franchise entrepreneur depends vastly on many factors. As an entrepreneur, the goals to achieve are related to expanding sales while lowering your operation costs and increasing the quality of your products and or services. Each month your operating costs can include royalty fees, mortgage / rent, supplies for products, staffing, utilities, bookwork, stationary and other items. From one month to the next, you may find your costs fluctuate, but your up-front costs are, for the most part, fixed and they will cover most of the initial setup of equipment, signage and renovations.

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