Discovery Map International
Yes, we actively support the inclusion and development of minority-owned franchises in the Discovery Map International system.
Discovery Map International
317 Commercial Ave., # 100
Anacortes, WA 98221
800#: (877) 820-7827
Tel: (360) 588-0144
Fax: (360) 588-8344
E-mail: franchise@discoverymap.com
Web Site: www.discoverymap.com
Contact: Mr. Randy Loeb, Director Franchise Development
DISCOVERY MAP INTERNATIONAL is a business-to-business map and guide publishing business that caters to the multi-billion dollar travel and tourism industry. With home-based offices, franchisees provide cost-effective advertising solutions that help local business owners boost their sales via DISCOVERY MAP's beautiful hand-illustrated maps and in-room hotel guest directories. Solid sales aptitude is required, along with a willingness to join civic organizations and become an active community member.
Franchisor Background
Established: 1987
First Franchise: 1999
Franchise Units: 35
Company-Owned Units: 2
Total Units: 37
Distribution:
> North America -- Operations in 12 States
> States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 3 in ID, 3 in AZ, 2 in FL
Units Owned by Minorities:
>African-American: 0
>Hispanic: 0
>Asian-American: 0
>Native American: 0
>Other:
Average Number of Employees: 1-2 FT, 0 PT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: NA SF; HB
(for abbreviations click here)
Financial Requirements
Cash Investment: $30-50K
Total Investment: $50-70K
Average Total Investment: $60K
Minimum Net Worth: $150K
Fees
>Franchise: $25-40K
>Average Franchise Fee: $32K
>Royalty: 0%
>Advertising: 2%
Provide Earning Claim Statement: Yes
Terms of Contract
Term of Contract (Years): 10/10
Passive Ownership: Not Allowed
Area Development Agreements:No
Sub-Franchising Contracts: No
Expand In Territory:Yes
Franchisor Support and Training Provided
Site Selection Assistance:NA
Lease Negotiation Assistance: NA
Cooperative Advertising: NA
Franchisee Assoc. / Member: Yes/No
Size Of Corporate Staff: 11
On-Going Support: B,C,D,F,h,I (for an explanation click here)
Training: 1-2 Days Franchise Owner's Home; 5 Days Anacortes, WA; 1-2 Days Field Training.
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 US except ND, WA and RI.
Note: NR = No Response by Franchisor.
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