How To Open A Frozen Yogurt Franchise With sweetFrog

The Steps to Launching Your Own sweetFrog Franchise

If you’ve been searching for how to open a frozen yogurt franchise, sweetFrog offers an exciting and accessible opportunity to bring a beloved brand to your community. With a streamlined process, flexible business models, and full support from our team, opening a sweetFrog franchise means becoming part of a brand known for joy, community engagement, and delicious frozen yogurt.

We’re here to guide you from your first inquiry all the way to your grand opening. Let’s break down the steps to launching your very own sweetFrog.

Step 1: Connect with Our Franchise Team

The first step in opening a sweetFrog franchise begins with reaching out to our franchise team. We’ll provide you with all the information you need to explore this opportunity, including the costs, business models, and training support we offer. Our team will also answer any questions to help you determine if sweetFrog is the right fit for your entrepreneurial goals.

Once you decide to move forward, we’ll guide you through the application process to kickstart your sweetFrog journey.

Step 2: Choose Your sweetFrog Business Model

At sweetFrog, we offer three distinct franchise models to meet your goals and budget:

• Traditional Model: A full-scale sweetFrog store with a vibrant atmosphere, perfect for retail centers, shopping malls, and standalone locations. This model requires an investment range of $248,500 to $632,500.
• Kiosk Model: Designed for compact spaces in high-traffic areas like airports, malls, and campuses. This efficient setup has an investment range of $96,350 to $377,750.
• Vehicle Model: A mobile sweetFrog unit that brings frozen yogurt to events, gatherings, and parties. The investment ranges from $122,900 to $275,300.

These options allow you to choose a format that fits your financial plan and local market opportunities.

Step 3: Finalize Your Franchise Agreement

Once you’ve selected the right business model, you’ll sign the Franchise Agreement, securing your place as a sweetFrog franchisee. This agreement grants you access to our proven business model, comprehensive training, and support network.

The Initial Franchise Fee varies by model:

• Traditional Store: $30,000
• Kiosk Model: $15,000
• Vehicle Model: $10,000

This fee includes everything from branding to operational systems, ensuring you’re set up for a smooth start.

Step 4: Find The Perfect Location

The location of your sweetFrog franchise is key to unlocking your future business growth. Our team will assist you in identifying and evaluating the best spots for your business. Whether you’re opening a Traditional store, setting up a Kiosk, or launching a Vehicle unit, we’ll provide real estate guidance to ensure you choose a location with strong foot traffic and growth potential.

Tom O’Dear, Brand Leader of sweetFrog, explains, “We help you evaluate sites to ensure they meet sweetFrog’s standards and align with the community’s needs.”

Step 5: Training and Preparation

Before your grand opening, you’ll undergo sweetFrog’s comprehensive training program. This dual approach includes hands-on experience at an operational sweetFrog location and classroom instruction through Kahala Brands™.

You’ll learn everything from daily operations and customer service to marketing strategies and financial management. Our experienced trainers ensure you’re ready to run your sweetFrog franchise with confidence.

As Alison Branch, Regional Director of Operations, says, “We’re here every step of the way, helping with training, operations, and any questions you have to ensure a smooth opening.”

Step 6: Build Out Your Store or Vehicle

Once your location is selected and training is complete, it’s time to build out your sweetFrog. Whether it’s a Traditional store, Kiosk, or Vehicle, our team works closely with you and your contractors to ensure everything meets sweetFrog’s brand standards.

From interior design to equipment installation, we’re here to make the process seamless, so you can focus on bringing frozen yogurt joy to your community.

Step 7: Launch Your Grand Opening

Your grand opening is the final step in launching your sweetFrog franchise. Our marketing team will assist you in planning and promoting this exciting event to attract customers and introduce your business to the community.

Whether it’s through local outreach, digital campaigns, or fun giveaways, we’ll help you make your grand opening a celebration to remember.

Ongoing Support From sweetFrog

The journey doesn’t end after your grand opening. At sweetFrog, we’re committed to supporting our franchisees for years to come. Our operations team will visit regularly to provide guidance, while our research and development team keeps your menu fresh with new products.

“We’re here to help drive sales, solve challenges, and support you through every step of your franchise journey,” says John Wuycheck, SVP of Development at Kahala Brands.

Learn More about How to Open a Frozen Yogurt Franchise

If you’ve been wondering how to open a frozen yogurt franchise, sweetFrog offers the opportunity to join a beloved brand with proven systems, affordable models, and unwavering support. From your first inquiry to your grand opening and beyond, we’ll help you create a business that brings joy to your community.

Visit our research pages here to start your research on the sweetFrog franchise opportunity. If you’re ready to start a conversation with our franchise team about investing in sweetFrog, fill out our form here. We look forward to speaking with you!