Tropical Smoothie Cafe

Tropical Smoothie Cafe, LLC

1117 Perimeter Center W., # W200
Atlanta, GA 30338
USA

(888) 292-2522 / (770) 821-1900
(770) 821-1895 (Fax)

Ms. Jennifer Folger, Senior Director of Franchise Development
[email protected]

Tropical Smoothie Cafe's business model is unique, as we offer both real fruit smoothies and a variety of fresh, flavorful food. We are two franchises in one! Our initial store development costs are lower because we do not utilize deep fryers, grills, or hooding systems (healthier too!) and our balanced business model with both food and smoothie sales allow us to drive higher gross sales and service all day-parts: breakfast, lunch, dinner, snack times, and dessert. In fact, for full year 2016, the top 50% of our Cafes had average gross sales over $846,431*! Get the franchisee solutions, strength, and support you need at Tropical Smoothie Cafe.
*Based on Calendar year 2016, 88 of 412 or 21.3% of the Cafes gained or surpassed this sales level. Your results may differ. There is no assurance you will do as well. Offer made by prospectus only.

Franchisor Background

Year Established: 1997

Franchising Since: 1998

Operating Units

Franchised Units	577	99.8%
Company-Owned Units	1	0.2%
Total Operating Units	578	100%

Geographic Distribution

USA	578	100.0%	In 51 States
Canada	0	0.0%	In 0 Provinces
International	0	0.0%	In 0 Foreign Countries
Total	578	100%

Multi-Unit Operators

Multi-Unit Operators	94
Franchises Owned by Multi-Unit Operators	307

North American Unit Density

Density	Units
Florida	138
Virginia	90
Michigan	50

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

Support and Training

General Information

IFA Member	Yes
CFA Member	No
Franchisee Association?	No
Size of Corporate Staff	60
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	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

Corporate Office	1 Week
Store Opening	1 Week
Local Stores	2 Weeks

Financial Requirements

Investment

Minimum Net Worth	$350K
Cash Investment	$125K
Total Investment	$222.7-525.4K
Average Total Investment	$339K

Fees

Initial Franchise Fee	$12.5-25K
Average Franchise Fee	$19K
On-Going Royalty	6%
Average Royalty	N/A
Advertising Fee	2%

Site Information and Requirements

Average Number of Full-Time Employees	1
Average Number of Part-Time Employees	15
Space Needs (in square feet)	1,200 - 1,600
Preferred Site Types	Free Standing Building, Strip Center, Regional Mall
Other Site Types Allowed	Free-Standing w/ Drive Thru, End Cap w/ Drive-Thru
Encourages Conversions	Yes
Item 19 (Earnings Claim) Provided?	Yes
Listed in the SBA Registry?	Yes

Franchisee Qualifications

Financial Net Worth	3
General Business Experience	5
Specific Industry Experience	4
Formal Education	2
Psychological Profile	1
Personal Interviews	5

Terms of Contract

Term of Initial Contract	15
Term of Renewal Period	10
Passive Ownership?	Not Allowed
Area Development Agreements?	No
Sub-Franchisor Contracts?	No
Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory?	Yes

Expansion Plans

Projected New Units Over Next 12 Months	100
USA	Yes, All United States
Canada	No
Overseas	No

Request Information for Tropical Smoothie Cafe

Name

Email Address

State/Province

ZIP

Phone Number

Best Time to Call

Liquid Capital

Geographical Preference

Investment Timeframe

Message

Request Info