Pak Mail
- Pak Mail Centers of America, Inc.
- PMCX
7173 S. Havana St., # 600
Centennial, CO 80112
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(800) 833-2821
/
(303) 957-1000
- (800) 336-7363 (Fax)
For 30 years, PAK MAIL has been the world’s premier franchisor for packing, shipping, crating, and freight services for both commercial and residential customers. With more than 300 stores worldwide, PAK MAIL is a one-stop source for domestic, international, and freight shipping, including services for furniture, art, and antiques. PAK MAIL partners with FedEx, UPS, DHL, The U.S. Postal Service, and other trusted freight carriers for worry-free delivery. PAK MAIL finds the most cost-effective and safest ways to pack and ship items worldwide by air, ocean, or ground. For further information, please visit www.PakMail.com.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1983
Franchising Since: 1984
Operating Units
| Franchised Units |
235 |
99.6% |
| Company-Owned Units |
1 |
0.4% |
| Total Operating Units |
236 |
100% |
Geographic Distribution
| USA |
236 |
56.2% |
In 42 States
|
| Canada |
11 |
2.6% |
In 1 Provinces
|
| International |
173 |
41.2% |
In 3 Foreign Countries
|
| Total |
420 |
100% |
|
Multi-Unit Operators
| Multi-Unit Operators |
17 |
| Franchises Owned by Multi-Unit Operators |
31 |
North American Unit Density
| Density |
Units |
| Florida |
91 |
| Georgia |
41 |
| California |
22 |
Registered in the 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
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Support and Training
General Information
| IFA Member |
Yes |
| CFA Member |
Yes |
| Franchisee Association? |
Yes, is a member |
| Size of Corporate Staff |
16 |
Site Selection
Assistance |
Yes |
| Lease Negotiation Assistance |
Yes |
| Financial Assistance |
Yes, Direct |
Marketing Support
| Co-Op Advertising |
Yes |
| National Advertising |
Yes |
| Regional Advertising |
Yes |
| Local Advertising |
Yes |
Ongoing Support
| Central Data Processing |
N/A |
| Central Purchasing |
Included |
| Field Operation Evaluation |
Included |
| Field Training |
Included |
| Initial Store Opening |
Included |
| Inventory Control |
Included |
| Franchisee Newsletter |
Included |
| Regional or National Meetings |
Included |
| 800 Telephone Hotline |
Included |
Training
| Existing Center |
3 Days |
| New Center at Opening |
3 Days |
| Englewood |
10 Days |
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Financial Requirements
Investment
| Minimum Net Worth |
$150K |
| Cash Investment |
$50K+ |
| Total Investment |
$138-180K |
| Average Total Investment |
$165K |
Fees
| Initial Franchise Fee |
$30K |
| Average Franchise Fee |
$30K |
| On-Going Royalty |
5% |
| Average Royalty |
5% |
| Advertising Fee |
2% |
Site Information and Requirements
| Average Number of Full-Time Employees |
1 |
| Average Number of Part-Time Employees |
1 |
| Space Needs (in square feet) |
1,200
|
| Preferred Site Types |
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 |
3 |
| General Business Experience |
2 |
| Specific Industry Experience |
2 |
| Formal Education |
2 |
| Psychological Profile |
2 |
| Personal Interviews |
5 |
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Terms of Contract
| Term of Initial Contract |
10 |
| Term of Renewal Period |
10 |
| Passive Ownership? |
Not Allowed |
Area Development
Agreements? |
Yes, for 1 year
|
Sub-Franchisor
Contracts? |
No |
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? |
Yes |
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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, All Countries |
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