Fourth R, The
Yes, we actively support the inclusion and development of minority-owned franchises in the Fourth R, The system.
Fourth R, The
11410 NE 124th St., # 142
Kirkland, WA 98034-4399
800#: (800) 821-8653
Tel: (425) 814-1001
Fax: (425) 814-8117
E-mail: bob@fourthr.com
Web Site: www.fourthr.com
Contact: Mr. Robert L. McCauley, President
Computers have changed virtually all aspects of our lives. As we move into the information age, many experts agree that computer literacy has become THE FOURTH R in education today. As an international leader in computer training, THE FOURTH R is one of the fastest-growing companies in the computer training sector and has been highlighted in prominent national publications as one of the top franchisors both in the U. S. and abroad.
Franchisor Background
Established: 1991
First Franchise: 1992
Franchise Units: 275
Company-Owned Units: 0
Total Units: 275
Distribution:
> North America -- Operations in 21 States, 2 Provinces
> States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 6 in CA, 6 in PA, 5 in WA,
Units Owned by Minorities:
>African-American: 5
>Hispanic:
>Asian-American: 1
>Native American:
>Other:
Average Number of Employees: Varies (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: 800-3,000 SF; SF, SC, HB, Commercial
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Financial Requirements
Cash Investment: $NA
Total Investment: $69-85K
Average Total Investment: $77K
Minimum Net Worth: $None
Fees
>Franchise: $16K
>Average Franchise Fee: $16K
>Royalty: $400/Mo./5%Sale
>Advertising: 0%
Provide Earning Claim Statement: No
Terms of Contract
Term of Contract (Years): 5/5
Passive Ownership: Allowed
Area Development Agreements:Yes/5
Sub-Franchising Contracts: No
Expand In Territory:Yes
Franchisor Support and Training Provided
Site Selection Assistance:Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Cooperative Advertising: Yes
Franchisee Assoc. / Member: Yes/Yes
Size Of Corporate Staff: 7
On-Going Support: B,C,G,H,I (for an explanation click here)
Training: 5 Days Seattle, WA.
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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