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Frozen Fusion Fruit Smoothies

8900 E. Chaparrel Rd., # 1000
Scottsdale, AZ 85250
800#: (800) 385-3765
Tel: (480) 367-5600
Fax: (480) 367-5676
E-Mail:
Web Site: www.frozenfusion.com
Contact: Mr. Michael A. Kiick, VP Franchise Expansion

FROZEN FUSION is a tantalizing blend of fresh fruit and creamy non-fat yogurt. As a healthy snack or a satisfying meal, these fruit-based smoothies appeal to every taste. From the weight conscious, to the taste conscious, to the time conscious. There are a variety of tempting choices, including today's most popular nutritional supplements. They quench thirsts. They build energy. They even tame the sweetest tooth. FROZEN FUSION is perfect for any time of the day.

Franchisor Background

Established:	1995;	First Franchise:	1996
Franchise Units:	20
Company-Owned Units:	4
Total Units:	24

Distribution: U.S. -- 24; Canada -- 0; International -- 0
> North America -- Operations in 9 States
> States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 5 in AZ, 4 in DC, 3 in CA

Projected New Units Over Next 12 months: 27

Franchisee Qualifications: 5, 5, 3, 1, 3, 5 (for an explanation click here)

Registered in Following Registration States: CA,FL,HI,IL,IN,MD,MI,MN,NY,OR,RI,VA,WA,WI,DC

Average Number of Employees: 4 FT, 10 PT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)

Space Needs: 500-1,000 SF; FS, SF, RM (for abbreviations click here)

Financial Requirements

Cash Investment:	$75K
Total Investment:	$180-250K;		Average Total Investment:	$215K
Minimum Net Worth:	$250K
Fees:	Franchise:	$25-30K;	Average Franchise Fee:	$27K
	Royalty:	5%
	Advertising:	1.5%

Provide Earning Claim Statement: No

Terms of Contract

Term of Contract (Years):	10/10
Passive Ownership:	Discouraged
Encourage Conversions:	N/A
Area Development Agreements:	Yes/10
Sub-Franchising Contracts:	No
Expand In Territory:	Yes

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:	Yes
Franchisee Assoc. / Member:	No
Size Of Corporate Staff:	13
On-Going Support:	A,B,C,D,E,F,G,H,I (for an explanation click here)
Training:	1 Week Headquarters in Scottsdale, AZ; 1 Week On-Site.

Franchisor's Specific Expansion Plans

U.S.:	All United States
Canada:	All Canada
Overseas:	All Countries

Note: NR = No Response by Franchisor.

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