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Arabica Coffeehouse

Yes, we actively support the inclusion and development of minority-owned franchises in the Arabica Coffeehouse system.

Arabica Coffeehouse
5755 Granger Rd., # 200
Independence, OH 44131-1410
800#: (800) 837-9599
Tel: (216) 351-1000
Fax: (216) 398-0707
E-mail: cbejbl@mrhero.com
Web Site: www.arabicacoffeeinc.com
Contact: Mr. Chris Bejbl, Director Franchise Development


Built to reflect the personality of the community, an ARABICA COFFEEHOUSE is more than a place to enjoy 50 flavors of coffee, specialty drinks, unique teas, health-conscious sandwiches, decadent pastries and desserts. Superior food and beverages in well-appointed, comfortable surroundings is a perfect venue for any purpose.




Franchisor Background

Established: 1994
First Franchise: 1994
Franchise Units: 46
Company-Owned Units: 1
Total Units: 47

Distribution:
> North America -- Operations in 1 State
> States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 47 in OH

Units Owned by Minorities:
>African-American:
>Hispanic:
>Asian-American:
>Native American:
>Other: Women

Average Number of Employees: 4 FT, 6 PT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: 2,500 SF; FS, SF, SC, RM, Co-Brand (for abbreviations click here)


Financial Requirements

Cash Investment: $75K
Total Investment: $126-363K
Average Total Investment: $244K
Minimum Net Worth: $300K

Fees
>Franchise: $22.5K
>Average Franchise Fee: $22K
>Royalty: 5.5%
>Advertising: 2.5%

Provide Earning Claim Statement: No


Terms of Contract

Term of Contract (Years): 10/10
Passive Ownership: Discouraged
Area Development Agreements:Yes/3-5
Sub-Franchising Contracts: Yes
Expand In Territory:Yes


Franchisor Support and Training Provided

Site Selection Assistance:Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Cooperative Advertising: Yes
Franchisee Assoc. / Member: No
Size Of Corporate Staff: 40
On-Going Support: B,C,D,E,F,G,H,I (for an explanation click here)
Training: 3 Weeks Cleveland, OH.
Specific Minority Program(s) in Place: Although we strongly support the objectives of the NMFI, we do not yet have any specific programs in place at this time.


Franchisor's Specific Expansion Plans

U.S.: MI, OH, PA, KY, IN


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