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Damon's International
4645 Executive Dr.
Columbus, OH 43220
800#:
Tel: (614) 442-7900
Fax: (614) 273-3121
E-Mail: [email protected]
Web Site: www.damons.com
Contact: Mr. Todd Peterson, Dir. Franchise Sales
DAMON'S... The Grill is On! A dining event in a casual dining restaurant, dedicated to exceeding your expectations in all areas of operation. The 146-unit chain is famous for its award-winning BBQ ribs, prime rib and onion loaf. DAMON'S features 10' screens and is a state-of-the-art electronic sports/entertainment facility.
Franchisor Background
Established: 1979
First Franchise: 1982
Franchise Units: 122
Company-Owned Units: 24
Total Units:146
Distribution:
U.S. -- 140;
Canada -- 0;
International -- 6
> North America -- Operations in 29 States
> States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 40 in OH, 11 in IN, 15 in MI
Projected New Units Over Next 12 months:25
Franchisee Qualifications:5, 4, 4, 3, 3, 5
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Registered in Following Registration States: CA,FL,IL,IN,MD,MI,MN,NY,OR,RI,SD,VA,WA,WI
Average Number of Employees: 30 FT, 50 PT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs:6,500 Min. SF; FS, SC, RM, Hotel
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Financial Requirements
Cash Investment: $300K Minimum
Total Investment: $940K-2.7MM
Average Total Investment: $1820K
Minimum Net Worth: $1MM
Fees
>Franchise: $50K;
>Average Franchise Fee: $50K
>Royalty: 4%
>Advertising: 0.5%
Provide Earning Claim Statement: Yes
Terms of Contract
Term of Contract (Years): 10/3-5
Passive Ownership: Allowed
Area Development Agreements:Yes/Varies
Sub-Franchising Contracts: No
Expand In Territory:Yes
Franchisor Support and Training Provided
Site Selection Assistance:Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Cooperative Advertising: Yes
Franchisee Assoc. / Member: Yes
Size Of Corporate Staff: 55
On-Going Support: B,C,D,E,h (for an explanation click here)
Training: 8 Weeks Colombus, OH.
Franchisor's Specific Expansion Plans
U.S.: SE, SW, TX, CO
Canada: No
Overseas: Orient, Europe, Central America
Note: NR = No Response by Franchisor.
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