Gigi's Cupcakes - Franchise
Quick Summary
If you are looking for a great opportunity, and you have the business acumen and financial wherewithal, Gigi's Cupcakes may be the concept and opportunity you have been looking for.
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Gigi's Cupcakes
Business Cost, Fees & Facts for 2025
| Minimum Cash Required | $100,000 | |
| # of Existing Units | 90 | |
| Training & Support | Yes | |
| Home Office Location | Brentwood, TN |
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- Overview
Gigi's Cupcakes - Franchise
- Gigi's Cupcakes is one of the largest and fastest growing Franchise Bakery system in the United States
- We experienced double-digit System Sales Growth in 2015
- Same Store Sales increases in multiple, consecutive quarters
- Our concept offers attractive Unit Level Economics
- Lower food and labor costs than traditional food franchises
- Great territories for growth are still available for both single and multi-unit operators
- Our business provides many off-premise opportunities including food trucks and kiosks
- Gigi's has over 350 proprietary recipes with an ongoing R & D program
- Leveraged purchasing; national distributor, direct manufacturer pricing for our owners
- In-house marketing systems and support
- Capital Requirements - You will need liquid assets of approximately $100,000 and total net worth of $250,000. This can be done individually or with family members or investors that sign on with you.
- Business Experience - You will need prior experience in management and/or running a business, preferably retail.
- Passion - We want you to be excited and enthusiastic about owning a Gigi’s, and being part of our National system.
- Involvement - You are expected to be involved in your business on a daily basis, whether you are the manager or you hire a manager, because we find greater success with owners who are actively involved in the operation of their store. This business requires real commitment, attention to detail, and hard work.
If you feel strongly that you meet the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to contact us today. - Demographics - We have done extensive research on the demographics we need for a long term successful location. There are several qualification targets; but, we start with cities with 60,000, or more, population in the immediate trade area.
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