Overview
Smoothie Factory is a leader in today's juice and smoothie bar industry. Founded by an Olympic athlete, we understand America's need for healthier options to traditional fast food. We believe in the simple concept of providing guests with reasonably priced smoothies, non fat frozen yogurt and other healthy snacks served quickly, in attractive, clean, pleasant surroundings every day. Since it's Carrollton, Texas beginnings over 14 years ago. Smoothie Factory has established over sixty-seven locations, nationwide. Today Smoothie Factory is rapidly expanding nationally and internationally. The Smoothie Factory brand has become recognized for excellence in service, product, and value.
Products & Services
Perhaps the most impressive trait that Smoothie Factory Corporation possesses is its desire to continually enhance its franchising system, interior design, and brand image. And in today's brand conscious society, this can only translate into continued success.In addition, an unwavering commitment to value on nutritional products continues to be an ingredient in our recipe for success. In fact, we sell nutritional products too, for less, everyday, at 30%-50% of MSRP making our franchise community a leader in nutritional product sales.
Smoothie Factory Highlights
- Smoothies: Smoothie Factory uses all real fruits without concentrates or preservatives. Real blueberries, mangos, kiwis, etc.. It is a higher quality and more nutritious product.
- Frozen Yogurt: Smoothie Factory swirls authentic, fat free , tart and tangy frozen yogurt with fresh fruit and dry toppings.
- Nutritional Products: Smoothie Factory carries over $16K of nutritional product inventory that is value priced.
- Business Model: 2 distinct profit centers (food/beverage and nutritional products) leading to higher sales volume than the competition. Value pricing on nutritional products drives traffic which leads to increased sales of high margin smoothies and frozen yogurt.
- Low Start Up: Without sacrificing quality or aesthetics, Smoothie Factory aggressively finds the lowest price on all items. We accept no rebates or markups on any items in the build out. Franchise Owners are free to buy identical items through outside vendors if they can find better pricing.
- Royalty: @ 5% one of the lowest royalties in the industry; we are able to do this because of high volume due to nutritional product sales.
- Support: From finding you the right location to training and ongoing consultation Smoothie Factory is with you every step of the way. We are a franchise owner based system and realize we succeed when you do.
- Franchisee Satisfaction: The true measure of success for any franchisor is the happiness of their franchise owners. When you take the time to speak to our franchisees you'll see what really set's Smoothie Factory apart.
Area Director Opportunities Available
Smoothie Factory also has opportunities for area developers. As an Area Director, you own an exclusive territory which allows you to receive a share of franchise fees from franchises sold in the territory as well as ongoing royalties from franchisees that you support in your territory. This opportunity is for those that want an expanded role and larger income potential through franchising.
Are You a Good Fit for Smoothie Factory?
Reduced Cost Turnkey Opportunity.Smoothie Factory has implemented a new initiative called the Store Equity Program (SEP). Simply put, we secure a location, take over the lease, build the location and then transfer to your at an agreed upon price an operating unit – typically under $140k. We are able to reduce the cost by only seeking units that have value in the space, perhaps counters, seating, equipment and other features that can significantly reduce the cost to build out.
Don't qualify for traditional financing?
No need to worry. We offer internal financing on SEP units covering up to 70% of the purchase price for qualified buyers, which can range from $90K to $140K.
SEP Financing Requirements include:
- A 620 or higher credit score
- Investment capital equal to 30% of the purchase price
- $10-$15K of working capital
