Doc Popcorn
Kettle-cooked popcorn- 2023 Franchise 500 Rank
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N/RNot ranked last year
- Initial investment
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$55K - $395K
- Units as of 2022
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96 1.1% over 3 years
Doc Popcorn is an international snack franchise selling an American classic: popcorn. Founded by Rob and Renee Israel in their New York City apartment before moving to Colorado in 2003, the company was a solution to serve up a healthier snack alternative. In 2009, it started franchising nationally. Dippin' Dots purchased Doc Popcorn in 2014 and it has since become a snack staple in malls, event venues, and stadiums. You can find Doc Popcorn throughout the U.S., as well as internationally.
Doc Popcorn operates under a simple concept. It sells 60-calorie cup servings of popular popcorn flavors such as Better Butter, Hoppin' Jalapeno, Cheesy Cheddar, and more. But they don't just do savory. They do sweet as well, dipping into customer's cravings with flavors like Caramel Apple.
Why You May Want to Open a Doc Popcorn Franchise
Doc Popcorn joins the ranks of otherfamous popcorn brandsin the business of creating smiles. It strives to keep customers happy, satisfied, and wanting to come back over and over again. But the feel-good nature of Doc Popcorn and its emphasis on fun doesn't overshadow the brand's business end.
An ideal franchisee should have business experience and must be hands-on and willing to grow. It would probably help if franchisees had a knack for managerial work, leadership, and customer service.
What Might Make Doc Popcorn a Good Choice?
At first, you may not think thatbranded popcornwould sell, but it does. The Doc Popcorn menu is most likely what makes the brand both a unique and desirable choice for any time of the day in any situation. And its popularity as a stadium and mall food may make it a manageable small business. In conjunction with this, it allows for absentee ownership, a home-based business, and part-time business, giving franchisees ample flexibility.
Investing in a Doc Popcorn is typically a two-in-one deal, with more co-branding opportunities available than stand-alone stores. When you open a co-branded Doc Popcorn, you also open a Dippin' Dots—an ice cream brand. This automatic diversification can amount to better chances of customer conversion.
How Do You Start a Doc Popcorn Franchise?
A Doc Popcorn franchise may be a low-cost investment depending on location, rent, and other location-specific costs. Either way, a franchisee should make sure they can cover the initial investment, which will include a franchise fee and other startup costs. You'll want to make sure you have enough capital available to cover ongoing fees, as well. These fees will include royalty fees, advertisement fees, and potential renewal fees.
A franchisee must also be willing to travel for discovery day and training, open their location within a certain timeframe, be hands-on with the business, and follow the Doc Popcorn franchise plan. You will also work with a corporate real estate team to locate your perfect site. This may mean that you won't have the final say on where you open your location. Most likely, you'll be located in a mall, university, or another high-traffic location. This is something a franchisee may want to consider before moving forward.
Company Overview
About Doc Popcorn
Industry | Food |
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相关类别 | Miscellaneous Food/Beverage Businesses,Miscellaneous Quick-Service Restaurants |
Founded | 2003 |
Parent Company | J & J Snack Foods Inc. |
Leadership | Steve Rothenstein, Associate VP of Franchising |
Corporate Address | 155 Main St. Paducah, KY 42003 |
Social | 脸谱网,Twitter,LinkedIn,Instagram |
Business Overview
Franchising Since | 2009(14 years) |
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# of employees at HQ | 5 |
Where seeking | This company is offering new franchisees throughout the US. This company is offering new franchisees worldwide. |
# of Units | 96(as of 2022) |
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Information for Franchisees
Here's what you need to know if you're interested in opening a Doc Popcorn franchise.
Financial Requirements & Ongoing Fees
Here's what you can expect to spend to start the business and what ongoing fees the franchisor charges throughout the life of the business.
Initial Franchise Fee |
$15,000 |
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Initial Investment |
$55,159 - $394,539 |
Net Worth Requirement |
$250,000 |
Cash Requirement |
$80,000 |
Veteran Incentives |
15% off franchise fee |
Royalty Fee |
6% |
Ad Royalty Fee |
1% |
Term of Agreement |
5 years |
Is franchise term renewable? | 是的 |
Financing Options
Some franchisors offer in-house financing, while others have relationships with third-party financing sources to which they refer qualified franchisees.
Third Party Financing | Doc Popcorn has relationships with third-party sources which offer financing to cover the following: franchise fee, startup costs, equipment, inventory, accounts receivable, payroll |
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Training & Support Offered
特许经营提供initial training programs and a variety of ongoing support options to help franchisees run their businesses.
On-The-Job Training | 36 hours |
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Classroom Training | 17 hours |
Ongoing Support |
Newsletter
Meetings & Conventions
免费Line
Grand Opening
Online Support
Security & Safety Procedures
Lease Negotiation
Field Operations
Site Selection
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Marketing Support |
Ad Templates
Social Media
SEO
网站开发
Email Marketing
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Operations
Additional details about running this franchise.
Is absentee ownership allowed? | No |
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Can this franchise be run from home/mobile unit? |
是的 |
Can this franchise be run part time? |
是的 |
#运行所需的员工 | 5 |
Are exclusive territories available? |
No |
Franchise 500 Ranking History
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