Baby USA
Yes, we actively support the inclusion and development of minority-owned franchises in the Baby USA system.
Baby USA
793 Springer Dr.
Lombard, IL 60148
800#: (800) 323-4198
Tel: (630) 652-0600
Fax: (630) 652-9080
E-mail: franchise@usababy.com
Web Site: www.usababy.com
Contact: Mr. James L. Courtney, Sr. Dir. Market Devel.
USA BABY is North America's leading specialty retailer of infant and juvenile furniture and accessories. Franchisees receive market evaluation, site selection, store design, financing, opening, advertising, merchandising and on-going operational support. Exclusive territories and substantial single, multi-unit and area development opportunities exist for candidates with a passion for serving customers, developing employee teams and participating in a proven retail environment.
Franchisor Background
Established: 1975
First Franchise: 1986
Franchise Units: 70
Company-Owned Units: 0
Total Units: 70
Distribution:
> North America -- Operations in 22 States
> States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 8 in IL, 6 in IL, 6 in CA
Units Owned by Minorities:
>African-American: 1
>Hispanic: 1
>Asian-American:
>Native American:
>Other:
Average Number of Employees: 5 FT, 4 PT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: 10,000-12,000 SF; SC
(for abbreviations click here)
Financial Requirements
Cash Investment: $120-170K
Total Investment: $450-650K
Average Total Investment: $550K
Minimum Net Worth: $180K
Fees
>Franchise: $42.5K
>Average Franchise Fee: $42K
>Royalty: 3%
>Advertising: 5%
Provide Earning Claim Statement: Yes
Terms of Contract
Term of Contract (Years): 10/10
Passive Ownership: Not Allowed
Area Development Agreements:Yes/Varies
Sub-Franchising Contracts: No
Expand In Territory:Yes
Franchisor Support and Training Provided
Site Selection Assistance:Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Cooperative Advertising: NA
Franchisee Assoc. / Member: Yes/Yes
Size Of Corporate Staff: 18
On-Going Support: C,D,E,G,H,I (for an explanation click here)
Training: 8 Days Corporate Office/Store; 4 Days Pre-Opening; 4 Days Opening; 4-5 Days Post-Opening.
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.: All United States
Note: NR = No Response by Franchisor.
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