Creative Colors International
- Creative Colors International, Inc.
19015 S. Jodi Rd., # E
Mokena, IL 60448
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(800) 933-2656
/
(708) 478-1437
- (708) 478-1636 (Fax)
The ULTIMATE in on-site restoration and dyeing of leather, vinyl, fabrics and plastics. Mobile units providing repair and restoration in all markets that have leather, vinyl, fabric, velour, plastics and fiberglass. These markets include car dealerships (new and used), furniture retailers and manufactures, hotels, airports, car rental agencies and company fleet cars.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1990
Franchising Since: 1991
Operating Units
| Franchised Units |
91 |
93.8% |
| Company-Owned Units |
6 |
6.2% |
| Total Operating Units |
97 |
100% |
Geographic Distribution
| USA |
58 |
95.1% |
In 34 States
|
| Canada |
1 |
1.6% |
In 1 Provinces
|
| International |
2 |
3.3% |
In 0 Foreign Countries
|
| Total |
61 |
100% |
|
Multi-Unit Operators
| Multi-Unit Operators |
N/A |
| Franchises Owned by Multi-Unit Operators |
N/A |
North American Unit Density
| Density |
Units |
| Illinois |
23 |
| Florida |
12 |
| Ohio |
9 |
Registered in the following Registration States
California, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, New York, Oregon, Wisconsin, Alberta
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Support and Training
General Information
| IFA Member |
Yes |
| CFA Member |
No |
| Franchisee Association? |
Yes, is a member |
| Size of Corporate Staff |
13 |
Site Selection
Assistance |
Yes |
| Lease Negotiation Assistance |
N/A |
| Financial Assistance |
Yes, Direct |
Marketing Support
| Co-Op Advertising |
Yes |
| National Advertising |
Yes |
| Regional Advertising |
Yes |
| Local Advertising |
Yes |
| Marketing Materials |
Ad Slicks, Brochures, Coupons/Rebates, Direct Mailers, Radio Ads, Television Ads, Trade Show Exhibits
|
| Additional Services: |
Grand Opening, In-House Marketing, Marketing Research, Newsletter, Online Extranet, Press Releases, Sales Strategies
|
Ongoing Support
| Central Data Processing |
Included |
| 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
| Headquarters, IL |
3 Weeks |
| Franchisee's Territory |
1 Week |
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Financial Requirements
Investment
| Minimum Net Worth |
$50K |
| Cash Investment |
$27.5-55K |
| Total Investment |
$52.2-82K |
| Average Total Investment |
$67K |
Fees
| Initial Franchise Fee |
$27.5K |
| Average Franchise Fee |
$28K |
| On-Going Royalty |
6%/$175/Mo. |
| Average Royalty |
6% |
| Advertising Fee |
1% |
Site Information and Requirements
| Average Number of Full-Time Employees |
3-4 |
| Average Number of Part-Time Employees |
0 |
| Space Needs (in square feet) |
N/A
|
| Preferred Site Types |
Home-Based
|
| Encourages Conversions |
Yes |
| Item 19 (Earnings Claim) Provided? |
Yes |
| Listed in the SBA Registry? |
No |
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Franchisee Qualifications
| Financial Net Worth |
4 |
| General Business Experience |
4 |
| Specific Industry Experience |
3 |
| Formal Education |
4 |
| Psychological Profile |
4 |
| 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? |
No
|
Sub-Franchisor
Contracts? |
No |
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? |
Yes |
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Expansion Plans
| Projected New Units Over Next 12 Months |
10 |
| USA |
Yes, All United States |
| Canada |
Yes, All Canada |
| Overseas |
No |
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