Great Frame Up, The
Yes, we actively support the inclusion and development of minority-owned franchises in the Great Frame Up, The system.
Great Frame Up, The
P. O. Box 1187
Houston, TX 77251-1187
800#: (800) 543-3325
Tel: (281) 775-5262
Fax: (281) 872-1646
E-mail: anance@fcibiz.com
Web Site: www.tgfufraninfo.com
Contact: Ms. Ann Nance, Director Franchise Development
THE GREAT FRAME UP is part of the world's largest retail franchisor of affordable, high-quality custom framing. Specializing in custom framing in a hands-on, artistic environment featuring wide selections of custom frame moldings & mat styles, a proprietary framing system, superior design center & more. Easy to learn & operate; exceptional training & support; national buying power & proven marketing programs. Growth industry.
Franchisor Background
Established: 1971
First Franchise: 1975
Franchise Units: 175
Company-Owned Units: 0
Total Units: 175
Distribution:
> North America -- Operations in 32 States
> States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 23 in IL, 16 in CA, 16 in GA
Units Owned by Minorities:
>African-American: 0
>Hispanic: 0
>Asian-American: 1
>Native American: 0
>Other: 1 Middle Eastern
Average Number of Employees: 1 FT, 2 PT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: 1,500-1,600 SF; SC
(for abbreviations click here)
Financial Requirements
Cash Investment: $35-50K
Total Investment: $140.4-193.4K
Average Total Investment: $166K
Minimum Net Worth: $200K
Fees
>Franchise: $30K
>Average Franchise Fee: $30K
>Royalty: 7%
>Advertising: 2%
Provide Earning Claim Statement: Yes
Terms of Contract
Term of Contract (Years): 10/10
Passive Ownership: Allowed
Area Development Agreements:No
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: 26
On-Going Support: C,D,E,F,G,H,I (for an explanation click here)
Training: 2 Weeks St. Louis, MO; 3 Days In Store.
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.
For a sample questionnaire click here.
|
New
Search: Alphabetical
| Industry
Type | Avg
Total Investment | Avg
Franchise Fee | Total
Units
|
|