Multi-Unit Franchisee Magazine 2013 Buyer's Guide | Page 56

MULTI-UNIT Buyer’s Guide FOOD Rankings & Awards Papa Murphy’s ranked “#1 Rated Pizza Chain” by participants in Zagat Survey’s 2012 Fast Food Survey and is a four-time recipient of Pizza Today’s Chain of the Year. OPPORTUNITY Description Papa Murphy’s is the largest Take ‘N’ Bake chain in the U.S. with over 1,350 stores in 37 states. Papa Murphy’s offers a great value and a superior pizza to customers and a simple focused concept for franchisees. The limited hours of operation and the take-n-bake concept without the hassles of dining or delivery, provide a great franchise opportunity. Demographics The site selection team identifies target sites with neighborhood retail patterns where customers shop multiple times per week. Demographics are then analyzed to select targets with the best population, households, income, growth rates and more. Qualifications Multiple Store Agreements range from 3-10 store opportunities in numerous markets. The net worth requirement is $250k per store. Operating partners must have experience with multiunit food industry operations. Fast Franchise Facts Franchising Since: 1981 Multi-Unit Franchisee Operating Units: 45% Total Franchise Operating Units: 1350 Company Operating Units: 55 Capital Investment: $250,000 Franchise Fee (per unit): $25,000 Royalty Fee (per unit): 5% Advertising fee (per unit): 1.5% Earnings Claims: Yes Build-Out Options: Inline and free standing Available Territories: CA, AZ, NV, NM, TX, OK, KS, MO, AR, LA, AL, GA, FL, SC, NC, VA, KY, OH, IN, MD Contact Amy Stevens Inside Sales Manager (800) 257-7272 [email protected] papamurphys.com 51 MULTI-UNIT BUYER’S GUIDE 2013 SITE LOCATION Assistance The experienced Real Estate and Construction team provides guidance and assistance from the first stage of site selection to the final construction phase.