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SGO Designer Glass
We are the leading decorative glass franchisor in the world. Combine our patented technology and proven format into a great business. Design works of SGO, for homes, business and religious institutions. We don't require that you have an artistic or glass industry background. We provide training in all required skills.
Franchisor Background
Year Established:
1978
Franchising Since:
1981
IFA Member
Operating Units:
Franchised Units:
312
100%
Company-Owned Units:
0
0%
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Total Operating Units:
312
100%
Geographic Distribution:
U.S.:
312
66.7%
In 39 States
Canada:
11
2.4%
In 6 Canadian Provinces
International:
145
31%
In 10 Foreign Countries
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Total:
468
100%
North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
Density
Units
1. California
29
2. Florida
9
3. Illinois
7
Registered in Following Registration States:
California, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District Of Columbia, Alberta
Financial Requirements
Investment:
Minimum Net Worth:
$200K
Cash Investment:
$100-125K
Total Investment:
$100-125K
Average Total Investment:
$113K
Fees:
Initial Franchise Fee:
$49.5K
Average Franchise Fee:
$49K
On-Going Royalty:
5%
Average Royalty:
5%
Advertising Fee:
2%
Average Number of Employees:
3 Full-time, 0 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage):
1,100
Preferred Sites:
Strip Center
Other Sites:
Encourage Conversions?
Yes
Earnings Claims Provided?
Yes
Listed in the SBA Registry?
No
Support and Training
International Franchise Association:
Yes
Canadian Franchise Association:
No
Franchisee Association/Member:
Yes, Member
Size of Corporate Staff:
17
Site Selection Assistance?
Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance?
No
Financial Assistance?
Yes, Indirect
Marketing Support:
Co-Op Advertising:
No
National Advertising:
Yes
Regional Advertising:
No
Local Advertising:
No
Marketing Materials:
Ad Slicks, Brochures, Catalogs, Coupons/rebates, Direct Mailers, Emails, Promotional Items, Radio Ads, Site Signs, Television Ads, Trade Show Exhibits, Videos
