What was the total number of Aunt Millies Bakeries outlets at the start of 2023?
Aunt_Millies_Bakeries Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Outlet* Type | Year | Outlets at the Start of the Year | Outlets at the End of the Year | Net Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franchised | 2022 | 165 | 165 | 0 |
| 2023 | 165 | 170 | +5 | |
| 2024 | 170 | 154 | -16 | |
| Company- | 2022 | 431 | 376 | -55 |
| Owned | ||||
| 2023 | 376 | 391 | +15 | |
| 2024 | 391 | 348 | -43 | |
| Total Outlets | 2022 | 596 | 541 | -55 |
| 2023 | 541 | 561 | +20 | |
| 2024 | 561 | 502 | -59 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 38–42)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aunt Millies Bakeries's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, at the start of 2023, there were a total of 541 outlets. This number includes both franchised and company-owned outlets. Specifically, there were 165 franchised outlets and 376 company-owned outlets at the beginning of 2023.
For a prospective franchisee, this information provides a snapshot of the Aunt Millies Bakeries system's size and composition at that time. It shows the relative proportion of franchised versus company-owned locations, which can offer insights into the company's overall franchising strategy. A significant number of company-owned stores might indicate a greater degree of control and involvement by Aunt Millies Bakeries in its distribution network.
It is important to note that the number of outlets can fluctuate over time, as evidenced by the changes in outlet numbers between 2022 and 2024. Factors such as new openings, closures, acquisitions, and sales can all influence these figures. Therefore, while the 2023 starting number provides a baseline, it's crucial to consider the trends and changes in outlet numbers over multiple years to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the franchise system's dynamics.