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Batteries Plus

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

Batteries Plus
925 Walnut Ridge Dr., # 100
Hartland, WI 53029-9389
800#:
Tel: (262) 912-3142
Fax: (262) 912-3100
E-mail: franchising@batteriesplus.com
Web Site: www.batteriesplus.com
Contact: Mr. Rod Tremelling, Franchise Sales


BATTERIES PLUS is America's Battery Experts (TM), providing 1,000's of batteries for 1,000's of items, serving both retail and commercial customers. The $19 billion battery market, growing 6.5% annually, is driven by technology and lifestyles. BATTERIES PLUS is a unique opportunity in this growth industry not yet saturated with competitors. Our turn-key program includes a unique store design, graphics, signage and product brands and proven operating methods.




Franchisor Background

Established: 1988
First Franchise: 1992
Franchise Units: 241
Company-Owned Units: 14
Total Units: 255

Distribution:
> North America -- Operations in 40 States
> States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 16 in WI, 17 in MN, 8 in MI

Units Owned by Minorities:
>African-American:
>Hispanic: 6
>Asian-American: 2
>Native American:
>Other: 6

Average Number of Employees: 3-4 FT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: 1,800-2,000 SF; FS, SF, SC (for abbreviations click here)


Financial Requirements

Cash Investment: $100K
Total Investment: $179-350K
Average Total Investment: $225K
Minimum Net Worth: $500K

Fees
>Franchise: $30K
>Average Franchise Fee: $30K
>Royalty: 4%
>Advertising: 1%

Provide Earning Claim Statement: Yes


Terms of Contract

Term of Contract (Years): 10/10
Passive Ownership: Not Allowed
Area Development Agreements:Yes
Sub-Franchising Contracts: No
Expand In Territory:No


Franchisor Support and Training Provided

Site Selection Assistance:Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Cooperative Advertising: No
Franchisee Assoc. / Member: No
Size Of Corporate Staff: 100
On-Going Support: C,D,E,F,G,I (for an explanation click here)
Training: 3 Weeks Corporate Training Center; 2 Weeks On-Site Franchisee's Store.
Specific Minority Program(s) in Place: Batteries Plus does not have a formal minority program in place, but is open to awarding franchises to all qualified applicants.


Franchisor's Specific Expansion Plans

U.S.: All United States


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