Vapor Shark

We're a globally recognized brand that's dedicated to helping people discover the possibilities that exist beyond tobacco. We provide a path toward independent and self-sufficient business ownership, but that doesn't mean going it alone. By delivering the combined assets and experience of some of the industry's most trusted and influential names, our goal is to help you win more customers, maximize earning potential, and gain a decisive edge over the competition. Let us join your team.

Interested in Franchise Ownership?

Request a Consultation

Vapor Shark Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2024

Background

You're in Good Company.

Vapor Shark franchising provides a path toward independent and self-sufficient business ownership, but that doesn't mean going it alone. We've partnered with some of the industry's most trusted and influential names to help you win more customers, maximize earning potential, and gain a decisive edge over the competition.

VaporBeast is one of the nation's largest and most sophisticated e-vapor distributors, with an unmatched distribution platform and one of the most comprehensive product catalogs available anywhere. This provides you unprecedented access to a vast inventory of the highest demand products, as well as incredibly fast fulfillment which reduces your requirements for in-store inventory. Working alongside them is parent company Turning Point Brands (NYSE: TPB), a well-capitalized and highly-respected national leader in the Other Tobacco Products space. Turning Point brings with them decades of sales and marketing experience through their diverse portfolio of top-performing and iconic brands such as Zig-Zag?, and has established a presence in over 300,000 retailers worldwide. For you, this extensive industry experience means that the right message gets to the right people; which results in more sales, more customers, and more profit. This kind of longevity and growth is only possibl e when well-informed decisions are made from a sure-footed foundation, and Turning Point Brands embodies the structure and stability to insure increased and ongoing success for you and your business.

Company Details

Established: 2010
First Unit Franchised: 2014
Franchised Units: 34
Company Owned Units: 14
States Registered In: All except North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, and Hawaii
Canada Franchises: Yes
International Franchises: Yes

Support and Training Offered By Vapor Shark

Financial Assistance Provided: Yes
Site Selection Assistance: Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Recruiting Assistance: No
Co-Operative Advertising: Yes
Training:
  • 40 Hours Preliminary On-Site Training
  • Unlimited Product Training
  • Unlimited Continuing Education
  • Group Training (for up to three at a time)
  • Monthly General Meetings
  • Monthly Evaluation Meetings (KPI Data)
  • New Products and Troubleshooting Support

2024 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a Vapor Shark Franchise.

What does a Vapor Shark Franchise Cost?

Vapor Shark franchise fees for 2024:

Cash Investment: $25,000
Total Investment: $120,000 - $200,000
Minimum Net Worth: $150,000
Franchise Fee: $25,000
Royalty: 0
Ad: 2%
Average Number of Employees: 2-4
Item 19: Yes
Visa Candidates: No
Passive Ownership: Yes
Home Based: No
B2B: No
Master Franchise Opportunities: No
Veteran Discount: Yes

Is Vapor Shark a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

Yes. Vapor Shark is a semi absentee franchise and allows passive ownership. A semi-absentee franchise is a business you could start and run while still maintaining a job or other obligation.

Is Vapor Shark a Home Based franchise?

No. Vapor Shark is not a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do Vapor Shark Franchise Owners Make?

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

Is Vapor Shark a Master Franchise Opportunity?

No. Vapor Shark is not a master franchise opportunity.

Does Vapor Shark Offer a Veteran Discount?

Yes. Vapor Shark franchise does offer a veteran discount.

Does Vapor Shark Work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa Candidates?

No. Vapor Shark franchise does not work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa candidates.

Is Vapor Shark Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

Yes. Vapor Shark franchise is looking for Canada franchisees.

Is Vapor Shark Looking for International franchisees?

No. Vapor Shark franchise is not looking for International franchisees.

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

Buying a Franchise Guide: What is a Franchise Disclosure Document?

When evaluating a franchise opportunity, reading and understanding the current version of their FDD is a necessity. Considering the benefits of franchising, such as established brand recognition and support from the franchisor, it's important to also take into account franchise fees and franchising royalty fees. Since most franchisors are privately owned companies, the current versions of their FDDs are typically not available unless requested directly from them.

Click here to connect with a Franchise Consultant who can help you obtain a copy quickly and for free. They can also guide you through the essential franchise questions to ask, ensuring you make a well-informed decision about your investment.

Additional Information

Additional Categories

Retail, Non Food Franchises

Number of Units Open

20-50 UNITS

Cash Required

$25,000 - $50,000

Master Franchise

No

Passive Franchise

Yes

Home Based Franchise

No

Item 19 Franchise

Yes

Veteran Discount

No

B2B

No

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

Yes

International Franchise Opportunities

No

E2 Visa Franchise

No

Vapor Shark Franchises for Sale

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

The International Franchise Professionals Group (IFPG) is an internationally recognized membership-based franchise organization. IFPG Franchise Consultants guide aspiring business owners through the process of identifying and investing in franchise businesses. The IFPG represents more than 550 franchises. We do not represent all franchises listed here. By clicking on "Request a Consultation," you are agreeing to be contacted by one of our Certified Franchise Consultants to discuss franchise ownership.

About our rankings: The IFPG uses its internal data collected from our membership portal to identify which franchises had the most activity in the past week. This ranking system is not based on franchise sales, franchisee success rates or number of units open. Our ranking system should not be used to make a decision on which franchise to buy it was solely created for internal purposes and for our IFPG Members.