Hawthorn Suites Hotels International
Yes, we actively support the inclusion and development of minority-owned franchises in the Hawthorn Suites Hotels International system.
Hawthorn Suites Hotels International
13 Corporate Sq., # 250
Atlanta, GA 30329
800#:
Tel: (404) 235-5804
Fax: (404) 235-7460
E-mail: hawthorn.franchise@usfsi.com
Web Site: www.hawthorn.com
Contact: Mr. Chick Armstrong, VP Sales/Development
HAWTHORN SUITES is one of the fastest-growing hotel brands in the upper extended stay market. With 112 hotels open and 28 under development as of 3/30/2004, HAWTHORN continues to expand in both primary and tertiary markets. In November, 2000, HAWTHORN SUITES parent company, U. S. Franchise Systems, was purchased by business interests of the Pritzker family. This acquisition bolstered our already strong leadership by providing powerful strategic and financial advantages.
Franchisor Background
Established: 1995
First Franchise: 1995
Franchise Units: 106
Company-Owned Units: 0
Total Units: 106
Distribution:
> North America -- Operations in 32 States
> States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 23 in TX, 9 in CA, 5 in FL
Units Owned by Minorities:
>African-American:
>Hispanic:
>Asian-American:
>Native American:
>Other:
Average Number of Employees: 15-20 FT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: NR SF; FS
(for abbreviations click here)
Financial Requirements
Cash Investment: $5.6-7.4MM
Total Investment: $5.6-7.4MM
Average Total Investment: $6500K
Minimum Net Worth: $NA
Fees
>Franchise: $40K
>Average Franchise Fee: $40K
>Royalty: 5%
>Advertising: 2.5%
Provide Earning Claim Statement: Yes
Terms of Contract
Term of Contract (Years): 20/10
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: No
Cooperative Advertising: Yes
Franchisee Assoc. / Member: Yes
Size Of Corporate Staff: 96
On-Going Support: C,D,G,h,I (for an explanation click here)
Training: 5 Days Training in Atlanta, GA; 5 Days Sales Training in Atlanta, GA.
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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