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 | Candy Bouquet InternationalA Delicious Alternative to Flowers |
Business Type
FranchiseNumber of Units
810In Business Since
1989* For Current Info See:
Franchise Disclosure Document
Overview
A Delicious Alternative to Flowers
Candy Bouquet is the delicious alternative to flowers that will not fade, wilt or die. Candy Bouquet International, Inc. is the largest candy franchise in the world! We developed and perfected the Original and Authentic Candy Bouquet Brand Candy Bouquets. Candy Bouquet is taking the world by storm!
Each bouquet we design comes in a creative container full of delicious gourmet candies and chocolates from around the world. We use unique, colorful, and fun accessories to create "one-of-a-kind" gifts.
Candy Bouquet is the delicious alternative to flowers that will not fade, wilt or die. Candy Bouquet International, Inc. is the largest candy franchise in the world! We developed and perfected the Original and Authentic Candy Bouquet Brand Candy Bouquets. Candy Bouquet is taking the world by storm!
Each bouquet we design comes in a creative container full of delicious gourmet candies and chocolates from around the world. We use unique, colorful, and fun accessories to create "one-of-a-kind" gifts.
Products & Services
Our Sweet Success Story
From it's small beginnings in the garage of Margaret McEntire, to one of the fastest growing franchise opportunities of today, Candy Bouquet International, Inc. currently has over 815 stores in all 50 states and 31 countries. All of this in just 10 years, and according to our Dun & Bradstreet Rating, our growth pattern appears to be strong and steady.
The foundation for this successful operation was laid back in 1989. Margaret McEntire and a partner opened the first Candy Bouquet store in Houston, Texas. However, after just one year they were forced to close the store due to unforeseen circumstances and Margaret was faced with quitting or starting over.
With her life savings on the line and determined to succeed, she opened a tiny, 90 square-foot shop in Little Rock, Arkansas. Her family helped to make the arrangements and in keeping with the McEntire philosophy, Margaret started giving away bouquets in high traffic places like banks and popular restaurants. This marketing strategy worked and soon people started calling, some placing orders and others wanting to learn the secrets on how to make these unique bouquets. Candy Bouquet as a franchise was on its way.
Today, the typical Candy Bouquet store is a full-scale chocolate and candy retail operation, although some operate successfully as home-based franchise businesses. Some franchisees operate exclusively as Candy Bouquet; others run this franchise in conjunction with a floral shop or other retail outlet.
Some things never change, and that's why Margaret McEntire believes a franchise company built on integrity, honesty and fairness that markets a creative, high-quality product will be a successful one.
From it's small beginnings in the garage of Margaret McEntire, to one of the fastest growing franchise opportunities of today, Candy Bouquet International, Inc. currently has over 815 stores in all 50 states and 31 countries. All of this in just 10 years, and according to our Dun & Bradstreet Rating, our growth pattern appears to be strong and steady.
The foundation for this successful operation was laid back in 1989. Margaret McEntire and a partner opened the first Candy Bouquet store in Houston, Texas. However, after just one year they were forced to close the store due to unforeseen circumstances and Margaret was faced with quitting or starting over.
With her life savings on the line and determined to succeed, she opened a tiny, 90 square-foot shop in Little Rock, Arkansas. Her family helped to make the arrangements and in keeping with the McEntire philosophy, Margaret started giving away bouquets in high traffic places like banks and popular restaurants. This marketing strategy worked and soon people started calling, some placing orders and others wanting to learn the secrets on how to make these unique bouquets. Candy Bouquet as a franchise was on its way.
Today, the typical Candy Bouquet store is a full-scale chocolate and candy retail operation, although some operate successfully as home-based franchise businesses. Some franchisees operate exclusively as Candy Bouquet; others run this franchise in conjunction with a floral shop or other retail outlet.
Some things never change, and that's why Margaret McEntire believes a franchise company built on integrity, honesty and fairness that markets a creative, high-quality product will be a successful one.
Training & Support
Candy Bouquet International, Inc., provides the tools you will need
and trains you in the techniques that make your franchise so unique. In
fact, if you are awarded a Candy Bouquet franchise, you can count on
full support from the corporate office right from the beginning through
your development of a growing and thriving business of your own. We
have an exclusive VIP site, available to our franchisees only, where
they can order supplies online, download helpful material both
essential and supplemental. Two additional correspondence classes that
we pay our franchisees to take (Elite Certification and Advanced
Certification) and much more.A Great Package of Support
Your initial franchise fee provides training that includes classroom-style lessons in:
- Marketing
- Inventory Control
- Product Pricing
- Workshop Design
- Advertising
- Product Design
- Bouquet and Gift Basket Design
- Retail Procedures
- Store Design
- Quality Control
- Accounting
- Advanced Certification
- Elite Certification
- Continuing Education for one year
- Advertising Campaigns
You can learn how to make a Candy Bouquet, even if you are not artistic! Everyone can learn, with the exception of extreme physical limitations. You do not have to be artistic. Making a Candy Bouquet is similar to playing the piano or learning a foreign language in that you have to become familiar with the basics before you can tackle the more complex designs.
Why Candy Bouquet International?
A Candy Bouquet small business franchise combines fun and profit with a minimum investment and no royalty fees!
Candy Bouquet is taking the world by storm! Our franchisees succeed because they have the power to determine their own individual territory and whether they will be store front or home based franchise. Our franchise fees are low with no royalty fees. A Candy Bouquet retail store is a combination candy/gift and Candy Bouquet store all in one, thus drawing all different types of traffic to your business! Candy Bouquet franchises can be incorporated with other products to create a business as unique as the person who owns it.
Candy Bouquet arrangements are delicious gift alternatives to flowers and are perfect for special occasions or corporate gifts. Our franchisees attend extensive training sessions to learn the techniques on making the Original and Authentic Candy Bouquets using the finest in candies and accessories. Candy Bouquets can also be customized into one-of-a-kind gifts that won't wilt, fade or die.
As a candy store franchise owner, you will receive all of the tools you need. You will receive daily updates, news, downloads and support through our exclusive Candy Bouquet Franchisee Center site, exclusive to our franchisees only. Remember, Candy Bouquet franchisees do not pay royalty fees, either!
Candy Bouquet is taking the world by storm! Our franchisees succeed because they have the power to determine their own individual territory and whether they will be store front or home based franchise. Our franchise fees are low with no royalty fees. A Candy Bouquet retail store is a combination candy/gift and Candy Bouquet store all in one, thus drawing all different types of traffic to your business! Candy Bouquet franchises can be incorporated with other products to create a business as unique as the person who owns it.
Candy Bouquet arrangements are delicious gift alternatives to flowers and are perfect for special occasions or corporate gifts. Our franchisees attend extensive training sessions to learn the techniques on making the Original and Authentic Candy Bouquets using the finest in candies and accessories. Candy Bouquets can also be customized into one-of-a-kind gifts that won't wilt, fade or die.
As a candy store franchise owner, you will receive all of the tools you need. You will receive daily updates, news, downloads and support through our exclusive Candy Bouquet Franchisee Center site, exclusive to our franchisees only. Remember, Candy Bouquet franchisees do not pay royalty fees, either!
Are You a Good Fit for Candy Bouquet International?
Initial investments depend on the size of the franchise owner's
exclusive territory and leasehold improvements. Part of the investment
also includes the franchise fee that is based on the franchise owner's
protected territory.
No Royalty Fees!
We are one of the few franchises that do not charge a royalty. Early in the company's development, the franchisees helped set their own fees instead of royalties. Our company was developed on the concept that royalties are unfair.
The Franchise Fee and What You Get for Your Money
The inexpensive franchise fees are paid for the right to use the intellectual property and trademarks that have been established by the franchisor. As a result of time, skill, effort and money, we have developed a distinctive system relating to the establishment, operation, marketing, and promotion of the Candy Bouquet Franchise. Candy Bouquet's Operations Manual, alone, is over 700 pages packed full of tried and true methods to the operation. We also have hundreds of seasonal kits available for uniformity and wiring between our stores. These also save time and money.
Just a few of the benefits you receive as a franchisee are a confidential operations manual, protected territory, trademarked name and logo, business training, marketing training, Candy Bouquet design training, store layout and design recommendations, discounts from preferred vendors, rights to private labeled items unattainable elsewhere, and propriety.
Candy Bouquet has a Voluntary Advanced Certification Program, free to the franchisees. Upon the year completion, we give you a $250 certificate redeemable in our Distribution Center, an Advanced Training Certificate, and a Sterling Silver pin to be worn proudly certifying your completion of our Advanced Program. After completion of this program, franchisees are eligible for our Elite Certification Program. These franchisees are our top level stores, similar to a Crown Shop.
And with a franchise, you are buying a great reputation as well as a great opportunity. Remember most of the public will buy from a franchise instead of a single standing store.
No Royalty Fees!
We are one of the few franchises that do not charge a royalty. Early in the company's development, the franchisees helped set their own fees instead of royalties. Our company was developed on the concept that royalties are unfair.
The Franchise Fee and What You Get for Your Money
The inexpensive franchise fees are paid for the right to use the intellectual property and trademarks that have been established by the franchisor. As a result of time, skill, effort and money, we have developed a distinctive system relating to the establishment, operation, marketing, and promotion of the Candy Bouquet Franchise. Candy Bouquet's Operations Manual, alone, is over 700 pages packed full of tried and true methods to the operation. We also have hundreds of seasonal kits available for uniformity and wiring between our stores. These also save time and money.
Just a few of the benefits you receive as a franchisee are a confidential operations manual, protected territory, trademarked name and logo, business training, marketing training, Candy Bouquet design training, store layout and design recommendations, discounts from preferred vendors, rights to private labeled items unattainable elsewhere, and propriety.
Candy Bouquet has a Voluntary Advanced Certification Program, free to the franchisees. Upon the year completion, we give you a $250 certificate redeemable in our Distribution Center, an Advanced Training Certificate, and a Sterling Silver pin to be worn proudly certifying your completion of our Advanced Program. After completion of this program, franchisees are eligible for our Elite Certification Program. These franchisees are our top level stores, similar to a Crown Shop.
And with a franchise, you are buying a great reputation as well as a great opportunity. Remember most of the public will buy from a franchise instead of a single standing store.
