What was the total number of Aw outlets at the start of 2023?
Aw 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 | 5 | 6 | +1 |
| 2023 | 6 | 6 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 6 | 4 | -2 | |
| Affiliate- | 2022 | 2 | 1 | -1 |
| Owned | ||||
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
| Total Outlets | 2022 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 2023 | 7 | 7 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 7 | 5 | -2 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 37–39)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aw's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, at the start of 2023, there were a total of 7 Aw outlets. This total is comprised of both franchised and affiliate-owned locations.
Specifically, the FDD indicates that there were 6 franchised outlets and 1 affiliate-owned outlet at the beginning of 2023. This information is crucial for potential franchisees as it provides a snapshot of the brand's existing footprint and the relative distribution between franchised and company-owned operations.
Understanding the number of outlets at the start of the year, along with changes throughout the year, can help a prospective franchisee assess the stability and growth trajectory of the Aw franchise system. It's also important to consider the geographic distribution of these outlets, as this can impact brand recognition and market penetration in different regions.