How many 7 Brew stands were operated by franchisees as of December 29, 2024?
7_Brew Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| December 29, | December 31, | December 25, | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | |
| Stands operated by franchisees at end of period | 294 | 161 | 22 |
| Stands operated by the Parent at end of period | 23 | 19 | 16 |
| Total stands in operation at end of period | 317 | 180 | 38 |
Source: Item 21 — FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (FDD page 82)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to 7 Brew's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were 294 stands operated by franchisees as of December 29, 2024. Additionally, 7 Brew operated 23 stands. In total, there were 317 stands in operation at the end of the period.
It is important for a prospective franchisee to understand the distribution of franchised versus company-operated locations. A high number of franchised locations can indicate a mature franchise system with established processes. However, a significant number of company-operated stores can also be beneficial, as it shows the franchisor has "skin in the game" and is actively involved in the business.
Reviewing the growth trends over the past few years can also provide valuable insights. In 2023, there were 161 franchisee-operated stands and 19 company-operated stands, totaling 180. In 2022, these numbers were significantly lower, with 22 franchisee-operated and 16 company-operated stands, totaling 38. This data illustrates substantial growth in the 7 Brew system over the past two years, which may be an important factor for potential franchisees to consider.