Window Works
Yes, we actively support the inclusion and development of minority-owned franchises in the Window Works system.
Window Works
3601 Minnesota Dr. Suite 800
Edina, MN 55435
800#: (800) 326-2659
Tel: (952) 943-4353
Fax: (651) 690-1464
E-mail: info@windowworks.net
Web Site: www.windowworks.net
Contact: Mr. Michael Jorgensen, Chief Operating Officer
WINDOW WORKS showroom retails custom window treatments and accessories all within a 1,000 to 1,500 SF facility. Designers offer in-home consultation service, selling top-quality drapery, shutters, blinds and bedding. Exclusive Windcom software tracks day-to-day business and generates 27 reports from marketing to sales tax.
Franchisor Background
Established: 1978
First Franchise: 1979
Franchise Units: 5
Company-Owned Units: 0
Total Units: 5
Distribution:
> North America -- Operations in 5 States
> States/Provinces with Greatest Density: NR
Units Owned by Minorities:
>African-American:
>Hispanic: 1
>Asian-American:
>Native American:
>Other:
Average Number of Employees: 2 FT, 1 PT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: 1,000-1,500 SF; SC
(for abbreviations click here)
Financial Requirements
Cash Investment: $NR
Total Investment: $60-90K
Average Total Investment: $75K
Minimum Net Worth: $NR
Fees
>Franchise: $30K
>Average Franchise Fee: $30K
>Royalty: 4%
>Advertising: 1%
Provide Earning Claim Statement: No
Terms of Contract
Term of Contract (Years): 15/15
Passive Ownership: Discouraged
Area Development Agreements:No
Sub-Franchising Contracts: No
Expand In Territory:No
Franchisor Support and Training Provided
Site Selection Assistance:Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Cooperative Advertising: Yes
Franchisee Assoc. / Member: No
Size Of Corporate Staff: 5
On-Going Support: C,D,E,G,H,I (for an explanation click here)
Training: 1-2 Weeks Corporate Window Works - MN; Store Site, as Needed.
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.: Most Areas; Not CA or NY
Note: NR = No Response by Franchisor.
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