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Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees

Gourmet coffee, teas & accessories

We appreciate your interest in learning about how to become a Gloria Jean's Coffees Franchise Partner. This part of our website is for you. It is designed to acquaint you with Gloria Jean's Coffees and will provide you with information regarding our Franchise Partner program.

The specialty coffee business is becoming increasingly competitive. The industry is shifting to chains because of their advantages in purchasing power, focused advertising, innovative product introductions, management control systems, and specialized training.


With 105 locations in 24 states and more than 23 years of experience in franchising, at Gloria Jean's you're teaming up with one of the largest, most experienced franchise coffee companies around. We believe we have the organization, experience and support that leads to success. Our system is proven, established, and has passed the test of time.

After reviewing the information, if you have an interest in our Franchise Partner program or if you have any questions, please call Shereen Rai at 1-800-354-JAVA (5282), extension 6702.

Thank you for your interest in Gloria Jean's Coffees. At Gloria Jean's we never forget that your success is our success.

Please Note: The operators of Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees, may not have verified the accuracy of the Franchise information contained within this website. For accurate up-to-date information, customers are strongly recommended to visit the official Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees website.

Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees

How much does it cost to open a Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees Franchises?

Total Investment: $130,900-$457,000
Initial Franchise Fee: $15,000-$30,000
Royalty Fee: 6%
Advertising Fee:
Term of Agreement: 10 years
Renewal Fee: 1/2 of current franchise fee

How to contact Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees

Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees News

Diedrich Coffee Agrees To Sell U.s. Gloria Jean's Coffees Franchisee Operations
As part of its strategy to capitalize on the growth of the wholesale specialty coffee market and its strength as a premier roaster and distributor of the world's finest coffees, Diedrich Coffee, Inc. (Nasdaq: DDRX) today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement with Praise Internatio... more

Gloria Jeans Coffee For India
Gloria Jeans Coffee's, one of the largest coffee chains in the world, will be opening its first outlet in Delhi by July this year. Speaking on the sidelines of the Franchise and Retail Expo, Gaurav Marya, president, Franchise India Holdings, which is also the main consultant to the group in I... more

Drink To Your Health
When does a menu item become a health food? While there's no simple answer, 19,000 primarily positive scientific studies surely meet even the toughest criteria. Coffee has been through the scientific ringer, you might say, and almost invariably has come out with flying colors. Over the past few ... more

What's In Store?
It's back... and just in time for Easter... Our Butter Toffee whole bean coffee is available now! Stop in at your local Gloria Jean's and try a cup today... savor its smooth, creamy taste with a touch of caramel toffee. And, while you're at it... take home a pound or two today--the whole... more

Java Running Neck-and-neck With Soft Drinks In Us--report
More Americans are drinking a cup of coffee every day, putting Java virtually neck-and-neck with such soft drinks as cola, according to an industry report released in March, 2006. Preliminary data from the National Coffee Association of USA's "2006 National Coffee Drinking Trends" sho... more

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Franchise History

When did the first Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees open? 1979
When did Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees start Franchising? 1986

Year	U.S.A.	Canada	International	Corporate
2005	133	0	0	8
2004	0	0	0	0
2003	142	0	232	10
2002	173	0	140	18
2001	176	0	96	19

Expansion Plans

International:

Financing Options

Expense	In-House	Third Party
Franchise Fee	No	No
Startup Costs	No	No
Equipment	No	No
Inventory	No	No
Accounts Receivable	No	No
Payroll	No	No

Training & Support

Support
Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives

Marketing
Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media

Business Operations

50% of all franchisees own more than one unit

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 6 - 12

Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (99% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

Qualifications & Business Experience

Business Experience:

General business experience

Related Franchise Categories

• Coffee & Beverages Franchise Opportunities
• Franchises $100K to $250K

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