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Instant Imprints
INSTANT IMPRINTS is the first and only concept of its kind to combine Embroidery, Screen Printing, Signs & Banners, Heat Transfers and Promotional Products in one single location. These five industries combine over $50 billion in market revenues; our stores specialize in helping businesses and groups promote themselves and their brand by offering a full range of customized branding solutions. Whether working with a local sports team or a major corporation, our in-house capabilities give us the ability to provide quick service, quality products and complete customization while maintaining excellent margins. We have developed turn-key solutions for newcomers as well as created benefits for seasoned industry professionals looking to convert to a full service business.
Our extensive 4-week training program, which includes a full two weeks at our San Diego headquarters, covers all aspects of production, sales, small business and finance administration and marketing. Our retail store concept and locations offer standard business operating hours while gaining the benefit of high traffic retail locations.
Instant Imprints franchisees are located throughout North America, and the United Kingdom, and continuing to grow.
Business opportunities are available both domestically in the US through Area Development and also internationally through Master Licenses and Territory Area Development.
Franchisor Background
Year Established:
1992
Franchising Since:
2002
IFA Member
CFA Member
Operating Units:
Franchised Units:
36
97.3%
Company-Owned Units:
1
2.7%
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Total Operating Units:
37
100%
Geographic Distribution:
U.S.:
78
90.7%
In 23 States
Canada:
7
8.1%
In 2 Canadian Provinces
International:
1
1.2%
In 2 Foreign Countries
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Total:
86
100%
North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
Density
Units
1. California
12
2. Colorado
11
3. Missouri
7
Registered in Following Registration States:
California, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, New York, Rhode Island, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District Of Columbia, Alberta
Financial Requirements
Investment:
Minimum Net Worth:
$350K
Cash Investment:
$135-175K
Total Investment:
$50-75K
Average Total Investment:
$62K
Fees:
Initial Franchise Fee:
$29,950
Average Franchise Fee:
$29K
On-Going Royalty:
5%
Average Royalty:
5%
Advertising Fee:
3.5% - combined 2% nat - 1.5% local
Average Number of Employees:
2 Full-time, 1 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage):
1,200
Preferred Sites:
Storefront, Strip Center
Other Sites:
Encourage Conversions?
Yes
Earnings Claims Provided?
No
Listed in the SBA Registry?
No
Support and Training
International Franchise Association:
Yes
Canadian Franchise Association:
Yes
Franchisee Association/Member:
No
Size of Corporate Staff:
18
Site Selection Assistance?
Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance?
Yes
Financial Assistance?
Yes, Indirect
Marketing Support:
Co-Op Advertising:
Yes
National Advertising:
Yes
Regional Advertising:
Yes
Local Advertising:
No
Marketing Materials:
Ad Slicks, Brochures, Catalogs, Direct Mailers, Emails, Promotional Items, Site Signs, Trade Show Exhibits
