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EAST OF CHICAGO PIZZA COMPANY is a young, determined franchising company that utilizes buffet restaurants and delivery/carry-out restaurants to achieve market dominance. Established in 1990, EOC has grown to over 100 units, with plans to expand. Combining proven marketing and operational systems, with ideal franchisee strategic partnerships, EOC meets demands of customers with unique products, which, when combined with superior customer service, creates an atmosphere of tremendous customer loyalty/repeat business.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1990
Franchising Since: 1991
Operating Units: |
| Franchised Units: | 137 | | 97.2% | | |
| Company-Owned Units: | 4 | | 2.8% | | |
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| Total Operating Units: | 141 | | 100% | | |
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Geographic Distribution: |
| U.S.: | 141 | | 100% | | In 5 States |
| Canada: | 0 | | 0% | | In 0 Canadian Provinces |
| International: | 0 | | 0% | | In 0 Foreign Countries |
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| Total: | 141 | | 100% | | |
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North America: |
| States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units: |
| Density | Units | | | | |
| 1. Florida | 1 | | 2. Indiana | 20 | | 3. Ohio | 119 |
Registered in Following Registration States: Florida, Indiana, Virginia
Financial Requirements
Investment: |
| Minimum Net Worth: | $250K |
| Cash Investment: | $50K |
| Total Investment: | $142-251K |
| Average Total Investment: | $196K |
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Fees: |
| Initial Franchise Fee: | $20K |
| Average Franchise Fee: | $20K |
| On-Going Royalty: | 5% |
| Average Royalty: | 5% |
| Advertising Fee: | 2% |
Average Number of Employees: 10 Full-time, 10 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage): 1,200-3,000
Preferred Sites: Free-standing Building, Strip Center
Other Sites:
Encourage Conversions? Yes
Earnings Claims Provided? Yes
Listed in the SBA Registry? No
Support and Training
| International Franchise Association: | No |
| Canadian Franchise Association: | No |
| Franchisee Association/Member: | Yes, Member |
| Size of Corporate Staff: | 20 |
| Site Selection Assistance? | Yes |
| Lease Negotiation Assistance? | No |
| Financial Assistance? | No |
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Marketing Support: |
| Co-Op Advertising: | Yes |
| National Advertising: | No |
| Regional Advertising: | No |
| Local Advertising: | No |
| Marketing Materials: | None Specified |
| Additional Services: | None Specified |
| Other Marketing Support: | None Specified |
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On-Going Support: |
| Central Data Processing: | Included in Fees |
| Central Purchasing: | Included in Fees |
| Field Operation Evaluation: | Included in Fees |
| Field Training: | Included in Fees |
| Initial Store Opening: | Included in Fees |
| Inventory Control: | Included in Fees |
| Franchisee Newsletter: | Included in Fees |
| Regional or National Meetings: | Included in Fees |
| 800 Telephone Hotline: | Not Applicable |
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Training: |
| 1. Willard, OH | 4 Weeks |
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Franchisee Qualifications
| Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important): |
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| Financial Net Worth: | 4 |
| General Business Experience: | 3 |
| Specific Industry Experience: | 3 |
| Formal Education: | 3 |
| Psychological Profile: | 4 |
| Personal Interview(s): | 4 |
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Minority Representation
Units Owned by Minorities: |
| African-American: | N/A |
| Asian-American: | N/A |
| Hispanic: | N/A |
| Native American: | N/A |
| Other: | N/A |
| Specific Minority: | N/A |
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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? | Yes |
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? | Yes |
Expansion Plans
Projected New Units Over Next 12 months: 10-15
| U.S.: | Yes, All United States |
| Canada: | No |
| Overseas: | Yes, All Countries |
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