SPECIAL REPORT: <strong>Top</strong> <strong>Franchises</strong> // MARKETPLACE 32 | For more information on the companies in this report, visit www.FBR50.com
FOOD & BEVERAGE FOOD & BEVERAGE FEATURED Franchisee Tropical Smoothie Cafe Startup Investment: $165,940 – $414,685 Cash Requirement: $100,000 Total Units: 405 Tropical Smoothie Cafe is a better-for-you quick casual restaurant chain with over 400 locations in 38 states. Our balanced business model, with 50% Food and 50% Smoothie Sales, makes us two brands in one. This allows us <strong>to</strong> service all dayparts and drive higher gross sales. Our lower development costs are driven by our simple operational model—no grills, deep fryers or hooding systems—which also drives our healthy consumer appeal. We offer wraps, salads, sandwiches and flatbreads as well as our famous all natural, real fruit smoothies. For more information on Tropical Smoothie Cafe opportunities, call (770) 580-2345 or visit www.tropicalsmoothiefranchise.com. FOOD & BEVERAGE Yogurtland Startup Investment: $336,793 – $788,750 Cash Requirement: $200,000 Total Units: 264 Yogurtland is pioneering the experience of cus<strong>to</strong>mer-created frozen yogurt and it’s quickly catching on in neighborhoods across the country and across the globe. We’re not just creating yogurt, we’re creating an irresistible business opportunity that’s imminently enjoyable, easily repeatable, and simply ingenious. For more information on Yogurtland opportunities, call (949) 265-8000 x304 or visit www.yogurt-land.com/franchise. Hungry Howie’s Pizza & Subs Startup Investment: $228,000 – $432,500 Cash Requirement: $100,000 Total Units: 552 Hungry Howie’s serves families great Flavored Crust Pizza at an amazing value. With over 40 years of experience, we’re consistently ranked as a <strong>Top</strong> 10 Pizza Franchise. Our Flavored Crust gives us a distinct point of difference in <strong>to</strong>day’s competitive marketplace while our strong infrastructure will provide you with all you need <strong>to</strong> be successful. We are certain that when you compare Hungry Howie’s <strong>to</strong> other investment opportunities, you will appreciate our commitment <strong>to</strong> our concept, products and franchisees. We provide a great opportunity <strong>to</strong> participate in a growing franchise system that offers significant investment value. For more information on Hungry Howie’s opportunities, call (248) 414-3300 or visit franchising.hungryhowies.com. FOOD & BEVERAGE Billy Sims Barbecue Startup Investment: $169,000 – $433,000 Cash Requirement: $150,000 Total Units: 45 Billy Sims BBQ is a 44-unit, Tulsa-based fast casual concept serving premium BBQ smoked daily in-house with traditional sides. Founded by 1978 Heisman Trophy winner Billy Sims, and cofounder Jeff Jackson, Billy Sims BBQ is a unique franchise concept that is experiencing growth. As one of the <strong>to</strong>p rated celebrity and athlete-owned restaurants, Billy Sims BBQ has an extensive menu of nine meats that are smoked daily. Billy Sims BBQ opened 11 restaurants in 2014. Operating in six states, Billy Sims BBQ is actively seeking franchisees for multi-unit developments in states throughout the country. For more information on Billy Sims BBQ opportunities, call (918) 740-3374 or visit www.billysimsbbq.com. Why did you decide <strong>to</strong> buy a franchise? I saw the opportunity <strong>to</strong> quickly take my existing company <strong>to</strong> the next level by utilizing G.J. Gardner Homes’ proven systems and procedures. Why did you choose your franchise? In addition <strong>to</strong> G.J. Gardner Homes’ international presence and buying power, I was impressed by the extensive support it provides. What is the best part of your job? I get <strong>to</strong> grow my business and improve my life as well as my staff’s lives while delivering a quality product. There’s no better feeling then having a cus<strong>to</strong>mer tell me how much they love their new home and how helpful our staff was throughout the process. Where do you see yourself in five years? I’ve just purchased my second franchise area so my immediate focus professionally is getting it running at optimal efficiency. When I’ve accomplished that, I have plans <strong>to</strong> systematically grow in<strong>to</strong> two additional areas. Who has most influenced your approach <strong>to</strong> business? My entrepreneurial spirit comes from my grandfathers. My approach <strong>to</strong> business and managerial mindedness comes from my father. What advice do you have for prospective franchise buyers? You should bring your own style and expertise <strong>to</strong> the table, while embracing the business model and leadership offered by the franchise. Describe franchising in one word. Opportunistic. Scott Moberg G.J. Gardner Homes Parker and Lone Tree, CO Franchisee since 2010 For more information on G.J. Gardner opportunities, call (815) 409-1380 or visit www.gjgardner.com. For more information on the companies in this report, visit www.FBR50.com | 33