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The Growth Coach
- G.C. Franchising Systems, Inc.
Cincinnati, OH 45242
- (888) 292-7992
- Ms. Beth Boecker, Director of Franchise Sales Administration
- [email protected]
Ranked the #1 Business Coaching Franchise in 2013 by Entrepreneur magazine. The Growth Coach works with small business owners, franchise owners, self-employed professionals, sales teams and managers drive success in business and find balance in life through our proven and proprietary Strategic Mindset Coaching Process.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 2002
Franchising Since: 2002
Operating Units
| Franchised Units | 154 | 100.0% |
|---|---|---|
| Company-Owned Units | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total Operating Units | 154 | 100% |
Geographic Distribution
| USA | 143 | 92.9% | In 40 States |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 2 | 1.3% | In 2 Provinces |
| International | 9 | 5.8% | In 1 Foreign Countries |
| Total | 154 | 100% |
Multi-Unit Operators
| Multi-Unit Operators | N/A |
|---|---|
| Franchises Owned by Multi-Unit Operators | N/A |
North American Unit Density
| Density | Units |
|---|---|
| Florida | 12 |
| Ohio | 12 |
| Texas | 11 |
Registered in the following Registration States
California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin
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General Information
| IFA Member | Yes |
|---|---|
| CFA Member | No |
| Franchisee Association? | No |
| Size of Corporate Staff | 50 |
| Site Selection Assistance |
N/A |
| Lease Negotiation Assistance | N/A |
| Financial Assistance | Yes, Direct |
Marketing Support
| Co-Op Advertising | No |
|---|---|
| National Advertising | Yes |
| Regional Advertising | Yes |
| Local Advertising | Yes |
| Marketing Materials | Ad Slicks, Brochures, Coupons/Rebates, Direct Mailers, Emails, Promotional Items, Trade Show Exhibits |
| Additional Services: | Newsletter, Online Extranet |
| Other Marketing Support | Op. Supp., PR, Confr. Calls, Boot Camps, Nat'l Acc |
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
| Cincinnati, OH | 5 Business Days |
Financial Requirements
Investment
| Minimum Net Worth | $25K |
|---|---|
| Cash Investment | $7-36.9K |
| Total Investment | $52.1-82K |
| Average Total Investment | $64K |
Fees
| Initial Franchise Fee | $39.9-45.9K |
|---|---|
| Average Franchise Fee | $43K |
| On-Going Royalty | Varied based on annual resources |
| Average Royalty | 0% |
| Advertising Fee | $250/Mo. |
Site Information and Requirements
| Average Number of Full-Time Employees | 1 |
|---|---|
| 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? | No |
| Listed in the SBA Registry? | No |
Franchisee Qualifications
| Financial Net Worth | 3 |
|---|---|
| General Business Experience | 3 |
| Specific Industry Experience | 1 |
| Formal Education | 3 |
| Psychological Profile | 3 |
| Personal Interviews | 4 |
Terms of Contract
| Term of Initial Contract | 10/10 |
|---|---|
| Term of Renewal Period | N/A |
| Passive Ownership? | Allowed |
| Area Development Agreements? |
Yes, for 10 years |
| Sub-Franchisor Contracts? |
No |
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? | Yes |
Expansion Plans
| Projected New Units Over Next 12 Months | 60 |
|---|---|
| USA | Yes, All United States |
| Canada | Yes, All Canada |
| Overseas | Yes, All Countries |
