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Candy Bouquet International

Yes, we actively support the inclusion and development of minority-owned franchises in the Candy Bouquet International system.

Candy Bouquet International
423 E. 3rd St.
Little Rock, AR 72201
800#: (877) 226-3901
Tel: (501) 375-9990
Fax: (501) 375-9993
E-mail: yumyum@candybouquet.com
Web Site: www.candybouquet.com
Contact: Ms. Gina McNabb, Executive Vice President


CANDY BOUQUET franchises are as unique as the people who own them. All franchises offer floral-like arrangements that are crafted from candies and the finest of chocolates. Each bouquet includes a burst of accessories, bright cellophane accents and a unique container. CANDY BOUQUETS are fun to give, fun to receive and fun to eat. They are perfect as corporate gifts and can be shipped anywhere.




Franchisor Background

Established: 1989
First Franchise: 1993
Franchise Units: 669
Company-Owned Units: 1
Total Units: 670

Distribution:
> North America -- Operations in 49 States, 8 Provinces
> States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 48 in AR, 46 in TX, 31 in CA

Units Owned by Minorities:
>African-American: 10
>Hispanic: 12
>Asian-American: 8
>Native American:
>Other:

Average Number of Employees: 1 FT, 2 PT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: ~1,000 SF; HB, SF (for abbreviations click here)


Financial Requirements

Cash Investment: $7.5-49K
Total Investment: $7-49K
Average Total Investment: $28K
Minimum Net Worth: $NA

Fees
>Franchise: $3.6-29K
>Average Franchise Fee: $16K
>Royalty: 0%
>Advertising: 0%

Provide Earning Claim Statement: No


Terms of Contract

Term of Contract (Years): 5/5
Passive Ownership: Not Allowed
Area Development Agreements:Yes/10
Sub-Franchising Contracts: Yes
Expand In Territory:Yes


Franchisor Support and Training Provided

Site Selection Assistance:Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: No
Cooperative Advertising: Yes
Franchisee Assoc. / Member: No
Size Of Corporate Staff: 27
On-Going Support: b,c,d,D,e,G,h,I (for an explanation click here)
Training: 5 Days Little Rock, AR.
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


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