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Tasti D-Lite

Yes, we actively support the inclusion and development
of minority-owned franchises in the Tasti D-Lite system.

Tasti D-Lite
341 Cool Springs Blvd., # 420
Franklin, TN 37067


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Business Description

Tasti D-Lite Now more than ever, people need a little Tasti D-Lite... check out this fast-growing good-for-you frozen dessert concept. Simple and fun to operate, featuring a low-cal, low-fat, low-carb product that's been the talk of New York for more than 20 years. Unlike other light concepts, it has a rich texture and a creamy delicious taste. So healthy, it becomes a daily habit! The world's leading guilt-free food franchise The right opportunity. At the right time.

Franchisor Background

Year Established:  1987

Franchising Since:  2008

Operating Units:

Franchised Units:

36

90%
Company-Owned Units:410%
 
Total Operating Units:
40
100.0%
 
Minority Representation
Units Owned by Minorities:
African-American:0
Asian-American:0
Hispanic:0
Native American:0
Other:0
Specific Minority
  Program(s) in place:
 
Geographic Distribution:
U.S.:6096.8%In 5 States
Canada:00%In 0 Canadian Provinces
International:23.2%In 1 Foreign Countries
 
Total:
62
100.0%
 
 
North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
DensityUnits
1. New Jersey4
2. New York56

Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District Of Columbia

Financial Requirements

Investment:
Minimum Net Worth: $250K
Cash Investment:$70K
Total Investment:$240.5-440K
Average Total Investment:$250K
 
Fees:
Initial Franchise Fee:$30K
Average Franchise Fee:$30K
On-Going Royalty:5%
Average Royalty:5%
Advertising Fee:2%
 
Average Number of Employees: 2 Full-time, 4 Part-time

Space Needs (in square footage): 1,000

Preferred Sites: Free-standing Building, Storefront, Strip Center, Regional Mall

Other Sites:

Encourage Conversions? Yes

Earnings Claims Provided?: No

Franchisee Qualifications
 
Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important):
Financial Net Worth:2
General Business Experience:2
Specific Industry Experience:1
Formal Education:3
Psychological Profile:1
Personal Interview(s):2
 
Terms of Contract
 
Term of Initial Contract:10 Year(s)
Term of Renewal Period:10 Year(s)
Passive Ownership:Allowed, But Discouraged
Area Development Agreements?Yes, for 10 Year(s)
Sub-Franchising Contracts?No
Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory?No
 
Support and Training
 
International Franchise Association:Yes
Canadian Franchise Association:No
Franchisee Association/Member:No
Size of Corporate Staff: 28
Site Selection Assistance?Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance?Yes
Financial Assistance?Yes, Indirect
 
Marketing Support:
Co-Op Advertising:Yes
National Advertising:No
Regional Advertising:Yes
Local Advertising:Yes
Marketing Materials:Ad Slicks, Coupons/rebates, Direct Mailers, Site Signs, Videos
Additional Services:In-house Marketing, Press Releases, Sales Strategies
Other Marketing Support:Grand Opening
 
On-Going Support:
Central Data Processing:Not Applicable
Central Purchasing:Not Applicable
Field Operation Evaluation:Included in Fees
Field Training:Included in Fees
Initial Store Opening:At Additional Cost
Inventory Control:Not Applicable
Franchisee Newsletter:Not Applicable
Regional or National Meetings:At Additional Cost
800 Telephone Hotline:Included in Fees
 
Training:
1. Nashville, TN1 Week
2. New York, NY1 Week
 
Expansion Plans
 
Projected New Units Over Next 12 months: 52

U.S.:

Yes, All United States
Canada: Yes, All Canada
Overseas: Yes, All Countries
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