Instant Imprints
- Instant Imprints Franchising, Inc.
5897 Oberlin Dr., # 200
San Diego, CA 92121
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(800) 542-3437
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(858) 642-4848
- (858) 453-6513 (Fax)
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.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1992
Franchising Since: 2002
Operating Units
| Franchised Units |
43 |
95.6% |
| Company-Owned Units |
2 |
4.4% |
| Total Operating Units |
45 |
100% |
Geographic Distribution
| USA |
27 |
58.7% |
In 23 States
|
| Canada |
18 |
39.1% |
In 2 Provinces
|
| International |
1 |
2.2% |
In 2 Foreign Countries
|
| Total |
46 |
100% |
|
Multi-Unit Operators
| Multi-Unit Operators |
N/A |
| Franchises Owned by Multi-Unit Operators |
N/A |
North American Unit Density
Registered in the following Registration States
California, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, New York, Rhode Island, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District of Columbia, Alberta
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Support and Training
General Information
| IFA Member |
Yes |
| CFA Member |
Yes |
| Franchisee Association? |
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
|
| Additional Services: |
Grand Opening, In-House Marketing, Marketing Research, Newsletter, Online Extranet, Press Releases, Sales Strategies
|
Ongoing Support
| Central Data Processing |
N/A |
| Central Purchasing |
N/A |
| Field Operation Evaluation |
Included |
| Field Training |
Included |
| Initial Store Opening |
Included |
| Inventory Control |
N/A |
| Franchisee Newsletter |
Included |
| Regional or National Meetings |
Included |
| 800 Telephone Hotline |
Included |
Training
| Observational In-Store Training |
1 Week |
| Corporate (San Diego) Training |
2 Weeks |
| On-Site |
3 Weeks |
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Financial Requirements
Investment
| Minimum Net Worth |
$350K |
| Cash Investment |
$100K |
| Total Investment |
$178-300K |
| Average Total Investment |
N/A |
Fees
| Initial Franchise Fee |
$35K |
| Average Franchise Fee |
N/A |
| On-Going Royalty |
6% |
| Average Royalty |
6% |
| Advertising Fee |
3% |
Site Information and Requirements
| Average Number of Full-Time Employees |
2 |
| Average Number of Part-Time Employees |
1 |
| Space Needs (in square feet) |
1,200
|
| Preferred Site Types |
Storefront, Strip Center
|
| Encourages Conversions |
Yes |
| Item 19 (Earnings Claim) Provided? |
Yes |
| Listed in the SBA Registry? |
Yes |
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Franchisee Qualifications
| Financial Net Worth |
4 |
| General Business Experience |
3 |
| Specific Industry Experience |
2 |
| Formal Education |
3 |
| Psychological Profile |
2 |
| Personal Interviews |
4 |
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Terms of Contract
| Term of Initial Contract |
10 |
| Term of Renewal Period |
10 |
| Passive Ownership? |
Allowed, but discouraged |
Area Development
Agreements? |
Yes, for 10 years
|
Sub-Franchisor
Contracts? |
No |
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? |
No |
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Expansion Plans
| Projected New Units Over Next 12 Months |
20 |
| USA |
Yes, All United States |
| Canada |
Yes, All Canada |
| Overseas |
Yes, UK, Australia, Mexico, Western Europe, Japan, Sing |
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