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Sparkling Image

Yes, we actively support the inclusion and development of minority-owned franchises in the Sparkling Image system.

Sparkling Image
10830 Millington Court
Cincinnati, OH 45242
800#: (866) 772-7557
Tel:
Fax: (513) 984-2757
E-mail: kbelleman@sparkling-image.com
Web Site: www.sparkling-image.com
Contact: Mr. Ken Belleman, Director of Operations


SPARKLING IMAGE is the innovative leader in commercial restroom hygiene. With a universal need for clean, sanitary restrooms and limited national competition. A perfect growth opportunity for those individuals with a sales or management background looking for a buildable business. From dispensers to toilet tissue to air freshness, SPARKLING IMAGE is the total restroom care provider.




Franchisor Background

Established: 2002
First Franchise: 2004
Franchise Units: 35
Company-Owned Units: 0
Total Units: 35

Distribution:
> North America -- Operations in 18 States
> States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 4 in OH, 2 in ON, 2 in FL

Units Owned by Minorities:
>African-American:
>Hispanic:
>Asian-American:
>Native American:
>Other: 1 Hawaiian

Average Number of Employees: 5 FT, 2 PT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: 1,000 SF; Office Park (for abbreviations click here)


Financial Requirements

Cash Investment: $30-70K
Total Investment: $75-150K
Average Total Investment: $112K
Minimum Net Worth: $300K

Fees
>Franchise: $19.5-39.5K
>Average Franchise Fee: $29K
>Royalty: 7%
>Advertising: 2%

Provide Earning Claim Statement: No


Terms of Contract

Term of Contract (Years): 5/5
Passive Ownership: Not Allowed
Area Development Agreements:No
Sub-Franchising Contracts: No
Expand In Territory:No


Franchisor Support and Training Provided

Site Selection Assistance:NA
Lease Negotiation Assistance: NA
Cooperative Advertising: NA
Franchisee Assoc. / Member: Yes/Yes
Size Of Corporate Staff: 7
On-Going Support: B,C,D,E,F,G,H,I (for an explanation click here)
Training: 5 Days Corporate; 5 Days On-Site Grand Opening.
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.:


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