Summary of Operation:
Snack food retailer selling sweet and savoury hand rolled pretzels, as well as hot and cold beverages. Franchise owners operate an Auntie Anne’s store or kiosk.

Ideal Franchise Owner:
Auntie Anne’s pretzels is on the look out for franchise owners who enjoy working in a customer facing environment and understand the importance of providing an excellent level of customer service.

Training Provided:
Two weeks’ initial training plus launch plus ongoing at UK HQ and on site.

Training Location:
USA and UK on-site.

Support Services:
An experienced franchisor will assist with shop-fitting, equipment sourcing, ingredient sourcing, as well as ongoing marketing and training support so that you can concentrate on driving sales and building a successful business.

Year Established: 2003
Year of First Franchise: 2003
Number of Company Outlets:
Number of Franchised Outlets: 13
Franchises Planned: 100
Areas of Priority Development: UK & Ireland

Overseas Opportunities Exist: In the USA 900 stores and 300 locations in 23 other international territories.
Overseas Opportunities Planned:

Total Cost of Franchise: £110,000 + VAT
Initial Investment: £50000
Management Service Fees Payable: 8% MSF + 1% marketing
Breakdown of Package: Initial franchise fee, including training in USA £16,000, build out shop fit and legals £66,000 plus intial stock, rent deposit and first quarter rent £17,500.
Financial Assistance Available: Several major banks.

BFA Member: No
IFA Member: No