925 Walnut Ridge Dr., # 100
Hartland, WI 53029
800#: (800) 274-9155
Tel: (262) 369-0690
Fax: (262) 369-0680
E-Mail: [email protected]
Web Site: www.batteriesplus.com
Contact: Mr. Richard Zimmerman, Director Franchise Marketing
BATTERIES PLUS is America's Battery Store, providing 1,000's of batteries for 1,000's of items, serving both retail and commercial customers. The $17 billion battery market, growing 6% annually, is driven by technology and lifestyles. BATTERIES PLUS is a unique opportunity in this growth industry not yet saturated with competitors. Our turn-key program includes a unique store design, graphics, signage and product brands and proven operating methods.
Franchisor Background
| Established: |
1988; |
First Franchise: |
1992 |
| Franchise Units: |
208 |
| Company-Owned Units: |
20 |
| Total Units: |
228 |
Distribution:
U.S. -- 150;
Canada -- 0;
International -- 0
> North America -- Operations in 31 States
> States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 17 in FL, 15 in WI, 14 in MN
|
| Projected New Units Over Next 12 months: 36 |
| Franchisee Qualifications: 5, 5, 2, 3, 2, 3
(for an explanation
click here) |
| Registered in Following Registration States: All Except HI |
| Average Number of Employees: 3-4 FT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time) |
| Space Needs: 1,800-2,000 SF; FS, SC
(for abbreviations click here) |
Financial Requirements
| Cash Investment: |
$100-150K |
|
| Total Investment: |
$185-225K; |
|
Average Total Investment: |
$205K |
|
| Minimum Net Worth: |
$300K |
|
| Fees: |
Franchise: |
$25K; |
Average Franchise Fee: |
$25K |
|
Royalty: |
4% |
|
Advertising: |
1% |
| Provide Earning Claim Statement: No
|
Terms of Contract
| Term of Contract (Years): |
15 |
| Passive Ownership: |
Not Allowed |
| Encourage Conversions: |
No |
| Area Development Agreements: |
Yes |
| Sub-Franchising Contracts: |
No |
| Expand In Territory: |
No |
Franchisor Support and Training Provided
| Financial Assistance: |
Yes(I) (D = Direct; I = Indirect; B = Both) |
| Site Selection Assistance: |
Yes |
| Lease Negotiation Assistance: |
Yes |
| Cooperative Advertising: |
No |
| Franchisee Assoc. / Member: |
No |
| Size Of Corporate Staff: |
42 |
| On-Going Support: |
C,D,E,F,G,h,I
(for an explanation click
here) |
| Training: |
4 Weeks Corporate Training Center; 2 Weeks On-Site Franchisee's Store |
Franchisor's Specific Expansion Plans
| U.S.: |
SW, SC, W, NE, SE |
| Canada: |
No |
| Overseas: |
No |
Note: NR = No Response by Franchisor.
For a sample questionnaire click here.