What experience do I need to become a Candy Cloud franchise owner?

A background in restaurant or hospitality service certainly helps in this business. So does a talent for customer service and creating an experience that makes people want to come back for more. If you can bring foodservice experience to the table, we welcome you. Even if you’re new to the industry, we offer training and business development tools designed to help operate the business effectively. 

What training and support does Candy Cloud offer franchise owners?

You can access tools and resources that can help you launch your coffee, ice cream, and boba tea franchise location quickly and operate it efficiently throughout your career with us. We will train you and up to two others at our headquarters for up to 10 days. Our representatives also will visit your site to guide you on operating your business, including six days around the time of your Grand Opening. Any time you need help, we’re here for you virtually, by phone or through email and you’ll have access to our confidential operations manual to guide day-to-day operations. 

How much does a Candy Cloud franchise cost?

The estimated initial investment ranges from $295,742 to $517,483. That includes a $40,000 initial franchise fee. As with any new venture, it’s important to have adequate capital to fund your initial business growth stages.

Is financing available?

No. We do not provide direct financing to franchise owners, but we may refer to financing sources on a case-by-case basis.

Are there ongoing fees to pay?

Yes. We collect a royalty rate of 6% of weekly gross sales. Royalties allow us to fund our ongoing training and support services, and the continued development of programs, recipes, and systems upgrades. For a full list of fees and requirements, please refer to our Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).

Are there any advertising fees?

The franchisor manages all systemwide and local marketing, funded in part by your contribution to the brand development fund, which is up to 2% of gross sales. You will be required to spend $8,000 for your Grand Opening: the franchisor manages the $8,000 on your behalf to get the best bang for your buck and get the local area excited to have a candy cloud opening near them.  Collected funds will be used to develop marketing strategies and materials to help promote the Candy Cloud brand, so you can focus on building your business.

What is the term of the agreement?

There are 10 years in the initial term of your agreement, with one renewal options of 10 years.

How do I get started?

Click the link below to fill out our application. We’ll contact you to discuss important details and next steps toward an opportunity that offers so much more than the typical boba tea franchise, and help you make an informed decision.