Business Description

Pizza Patron is leading the industry by developing our brand exclusively in Latino communities. Founded in 1986, Pizza Patron has a proven business model with a strong and fully-developed brand identity. The stores feature a vivd color palette and resonate with festive Latin influence. Locations are community-based and the food is offered at an unparalleled value. Our signature brand focus makes Pizza Patron a truly unique opportunity.

Franchisor Background

Year Established:  1986

Franchising Since:  2003

Operating Units:
Franchised Units:	59	92.2%
Company-Owned Units:	5	7.8%
Total Operating Units:	64	100.0%
Minority Representation Units Owned by Minorities: African-American: 0 Asian-American: 0 Hispanic: 10 Native American: 0 Other: 0 Specific Minority   Program(s) in place: We work exclusively with lenders who have experience serving Latinos; and have a track record of experience helping independent owner/operators. In addition, we provide assistance through every step of the process - from site selection to running your business.
Geographic Distribution: U.S.: 64 100% In 5 States Canada: 0 0% In 0 Canadian Provinces International: 0 0% In 0 Foreign Countries   Total: 64 100.0%

North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:

Density	Units
1. Arizona	8
2. California	2
3. Texas	43

Registered in Following Registration States:

Financial Requirements

Investment:
Minimum Net Worth:	$150K
Cash Investment:	$35-50K
Total Investment:	$125.5-182.5K
Average Total Investment:	$154K
Fees:
Initial Franchise Fee:	$20K
Average Franchise Fee:	$20K
On-Going Royalty:	5%
Average Royalty:	5%
Advertising Fee:	2%

Average Number of Employees: 5 Full-time, 3 Part-time

Space Needs (in square footage): 1,200

Preferred Sites: Storefront

Other Sites:

Encourage Conversions? Not Applicable

Earnings Claims Provided?: Yes

Franchisee Qualifications
Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important):
Financial Net Worth:	3
General Business Experience:	3
Specific Industry Experience:	3
Formal Education:	3
Psychological Profile:	3
Personal Interview(s):	3
Terms of Contract
Term of Initial Contract:	10 Year(s)
Term of Renewal Period:	10 Year(s)
Passive Ownership:	Not Allowed
Area Development Agreements?	Yes, for 1 Year(s)
Sub-Franchising Contracts?	No
Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory?	Yes
Support and Training
International Franchise Association:	No
Canadian Franchise Association:	No
Franchisee Association/Member:	No
Size of Corporate Staff:	9
Site Selection Assistance?	Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance?	Yes
Financial Assistance?	No
Marketing Support:
Co-Op Advertising:	No
National Advertising:	No
Regional Advertising:	No
Local Advertising:	No
Marketing Materials:	None Specified
Additional Services:	None Specified
Other Marketing Support:	None Specified
On-Going Support:
Central Data Processing:	Not Applicable
Central Purchasing:	At Additional Cost
Field Operation Evaluation:	At Additional Cost
Field Training:	At Additional Cost
Initial Store Opening:	At Additional Cost
Inventory Control:	At Additional Cost
Franchisee Newsletter:	Not Applicable
Regional or National Meetings:	At Additional Cost
800 Telephone Hotline:	Not Applicable
Training:
1. Dallas, TX	3 Weeks
Expansion Plans
Projected New Units Over Next 12 months: NR U.S.: Yes, All United States Canada: No Overseas: No	Request Franchisor Info   Submit an online form to receive information from Pizza Patron.