Summit Coffee Co.

The Summit Coffee Co. franchise is a speciality coffee business based in North Carolina. The brand has a certified organic roasting facility, which exemplifies its commitment to sustainability and high-quality coffee. Since its inception in 1998, Summit Coffee Co. has expanded to several locations across the south. Franchise owners and customers appreciate that the brand is climate neutural and has a strong relationship with 1% for the Planet, a global network of businesses that work to tackle environmental issues. The brand understands that strategic market selection is important franchise growth and clusters cafes together in metro areas to set franchisees up for success. 

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Summit Coffee Co. Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2024

Background

The Summit Coffee franchise is a unique specialty coffee company with a certified organic roasting facility in North Carolina. This represents the brand's commitment to sustainability and coffee. Franchisees benefit from a proven system that gives them the opportunity to run a successful business. The brand knows specialty coffee and how to operate an impactful business. Since its inception, Summit Coffee has grown across the U.S. and is looking to expand with leaders and innovators who will bring communities together. In today's world, consumers love to support brands that make a difference, and coffee is a great avenue to get them interested. 
The brand knows that strategic market selection is important for franchise growth. As a result, clustering cafes together in metro areas will set franchisees up for success. The average cafe needs eight employees. About 67% of your business' revenue come from made-to-order coffee drinks. The initial franchise fee is $29,500, and the location can be opened in as little as six months after signing the franchise agreement. You will be provided with over 100 hours worth of hands-on training. The franchisor will be there with you from the beginning to guide you through the financial qualifications to selecting real estate and signing the Franchise Agreement. The brand's initial training program will help you and your team  operate the location successfully. Marketing and technology are an important of the business. Your location will be automatically put onto the app so customers will see your location when they're nearby. Support and training are ongoing. 

Company Details

Headquarters: Cornelius, NC 28031
Canada: No
International: No
Absentee: No
Home-based/mobile: No
Founded: 1998
First franchise: 2020
Exclusive territory: Yes
B2B: No

Support and Training Offered By Summit Coffee Co.

The franchisor will be there with you from the beginning to guide you through the financial qualifications to selecting real estate and signing the Franchise Agreement. The brand's initial training program will help you and your team to operate your location successfully. Marketing and technology are an important of the business. Your location will be automatically put onto the app so customers will see your location when they're nearby. Support and training are ongoing. 

2024 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a Summit Coffee Co. Franchise.

What does a Summit Coffee Co. Franchise Cost?

Summit Coffee Co. franchise fees for 2024:

Royalty Fee: 5%
Net Worth Requirement: $300,000
Cash Requirement: $100,000
Initial Investment: $198,000 - $389,500
Initial Franchise Fee: $29,500

Is Summit Coffee Co. a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

No. Summit Coffee Co. 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 Summit Coffee Co. a Home Based franchise?

No. Summit Coffee Co. is not a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do Summit Coffee Co. Franchise Owners Make?

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

Does Summit Coffee Co. Offer a Veteran Discount?

No. Summit Coffee Co. franchise does not offer a veteran discount.

Is Summit Coffee Co. Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

No. Summit Coffee Co. franchise is not looking for Canada franchisees.

Is Summit Coffee Co. Looking for International franchisees?

No. Summit Coffee Co. franchise is not looking for International franchisees.

Where can I see Summit Coffee Co.'s FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)?

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Additional Information

Additional Categories

Coffee

Number of Units Open

LESS THAN 20 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

Summit Coffee Co. Franchises for Sale

Click Here to inquire about existing Summit Coffee Co. franchises for sale. We may have Summit Coffee Co. 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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