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Alternative Board, The (TAB)
The Alternative Board® (TAB) is one of the nation’s premier franchises and a leader in executive coaching, peer board facilitation and business consulting. The Alternative Board® franchise opportunity has been named to Entrepreneur magazine’s list of “Top 500 Franchises” for the last five years running. As we continue to expand we’re seeking exceptional business executives interested in transitioning from corporate America into the world of business ownership. If you possess seven to 10 years of executive-level experience or business ownership experience, this may be the ideal opportunity for you. As a TAB executive coach facilitator you’ll own a rewarding business that helps owners of privately held businesses achieve their vision of success.
Franchisor Background
Year Established:
1990
Franchising Since:
1996
IFA Member
Operating Units:
Franchised Units:
161
94.7%
Company-Owned Units:
9
5.3%
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Total Operating Units:
170
100%
Geographic Distribution:
U.S.:
140
82.4%
In 40 States
Canada:
23
13.5%
In 4 Canadian Provinces
International:
7
4.1%
In 2 Foreign Countries
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Total:
170
100%
North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
Density
Units
Registered in Following Registration States:
California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District Of Columbia, Alberta
Financial Requirements
Investment:
Minimum Net Worth:
$300K
Cash Investment:
$40-70K
Total Investment:
$46.8-92.7K
Average Total Investment:
$70K
Fees:
Initial Franchise Fee:
$17.5-52.5K
Average Franchise Fee:
$35K
On-Going Royalty:
35% until flat rate, based on territory size
Average Royalty:
0%
Advertising Fee:
1% or $100-400/Mo, based on territory size
Average Number of Employees:
1 Full-time, 0 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage):
Preferred Sites:
Home-based
Other Sites:
Executive Suite
Encourage Conversions?
Not Applicable
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, Not a Member
Size of Corporate Staff:
32
Site Selection Assistance?
Not Applicable
Lease Negotiation Assistance?
Not Applicable
Financial Assistance?
No
Marketing Support:
Co-Op Advertising:
No
National Advertising:
Yes
Regional Advertising:
Yes
Local Advertising:
Yes
Marketing Materials:
Brochures, Direct Mailers, Emails, Promotional Items, Trade Show Exhibits, Videos
