Pinkberry

The Pinkberry franchise is a California-based frozen yogurt business. The brand was established in 2005 and has expanded to more than 100 locations across the country. Pinkberry is looking for area developers and multi-unit and single-unit operators that are passionate about customer service and providing a quality product. The brand values customer experiences, emotional connections, entrepreneurial spirit and more. Pinkberry frozen yogurt franchises range from 400 – 1,500 square feet in size, including traditional street front, kiosks, in-line locations, and more. Qualified candidates should have a minimum liquidity of $125,000 a minimum net worth of $250,000, and ability to access credit. Military personnel get 20% off the initial franchise fee.  

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Pinkberry Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2024

Background

Americans love frozen yogurt. A brand to consider is Pinkberry. The brand was established in 2005 and began offering franchise opportunities a year later in 2006. Since then, the brand has expanded to more than 100 locations across the U.S. Pinkberry is looking for  area developers and multi-unit and single-unit operators who are passionate about customer service and meet the financial requirements. Pinkberry frozen yogurt franchises range from 400 – 1,500 square feet in size, including traditional street front, kiosks, in-line locations, and more. Pinkberry stores do well in neighborhoods, shopping centers, malls, airports, and even on college campuses. Qualified candidates have a minimum liquidity of $125,000 a minimum net worth of $250,000, and ability to access credit. Since you'll be provided with support and training, you don't necessarily need prior experience. 
In terms of support and training, you can expect an initial training program that covers everything you need to know about the running the business. This program is broken down into classroom and on-the-job training. During this time, you'll learn about marketing and advertising, food prep, hiring, managing finances and more. You'll also be provided with grand opening and site selection assistance. Support and training are ongoing. To incentivize veteran ownership, military personnel are given 20% off of the one-time initial franchise fee, which is $35,000. Royalty fees are 6% of gross sales. Franchisees benefit from a proven system, flexible store formats, and more. You'll also be provided with an exclusive territory, which decreases your competition since you'll be the only Pinkberry representative in your territory. The brand values customer experience and emotional connections. 

Company Details

Headquarters: Santa Monica, CA
Canada: No
International: No
B2B: No
Absentee: No
Founded: 2005
First Franchise: 2006 
Home-based/mobile: No
Exclusive territory: Yes

Support and Training Offered By Pinkberry

In terms of support and training, you can expect an initial training program that covers everything you need to know about the running the business. This program is broken down into classroom and on-the-job training. During this time, you'll learn about marketing and advertising, food prep, hiring, managing finances and more. You'll also be provided with grand opening assistance. Support and training are ongoing. 

2024 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a Pinkberry Franchise.

What does a Pinkberry Franchise Cost?

Pinkberry franchise fees for 2024:

Net Worth Requirement: $250,000
Veterans Incentive: 20% off franchise fee
Cash Requirement: $127,000
Initial Franchise Fee: $35,000
Initial Investment: $295,440 - $508,050
Royalty Fee: 6%

 

Is Pinkberry a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

No. Pinkberry is not a semi absentee franchise. The owner of the franchise (the franchisee) is expected to be involved in all aspects of day-to-day operations.

Is Pinkberry a Home Based franchise?

No. Pinkberry is not a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do Pinkberry Franchise Owners Make?

Click here to find out how much Pinkberry franchisees make. Pinkberry offers an Item 19 in their Franchise Disclosure Document which provides financial information about select franchisees in their franchise system.

Does Pinkberry Offer a Veteran Discount?

Yes. Pinkberry franchise does offer a veteran discount.

Is Pinkberry Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

No. Pinkberry franchise is not looking for Canada franchisees.

Is Pinkberry Looking for International franchisees?

No. Pinkberry franchise is not looking for International franchisees.

Where can I see Pinkberry's FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)?

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Additional Information

Additional Categories

Frozen Yogurt / Ice Cream

Number of Units Open

100+ UNITS

Cash Required

$100,000 - $250,000

Passive Franchise

No

Home Based Franchise

No

Item 19 Franchise

Yes

Veteran Discount

No

B2B

No

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

No

International Franchise Opportunities

No

Pinkberry Franchises for Sale

Click Here to inquire about existing Pinkberry franchises for sale. We may have Pinkberry franchise resales. A franchise resale is an already established franchise owned by a franchisee and the franchisee is looking to sell their franchise.

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