How many company-owned B Bops outlets opened in Iowa during 2022?
B_Bops Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Outlets Reacquired from Franchisee | Outlets Closed | Outlets Sold to Franchisee | Outlets at End of the Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 2022 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 50–52)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to B Bops' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there was one company-owned B Bops outlet opened in Iowa during 2022. The number of company-owned B Bops in Iowa increased from 9 at the start of 2022 to 10 by the end of the year.
This information is valuable for potential franchisees as it provides insight into the growth and expansion of company-owned B Bops restaurants. Observing the number of company-owned stores opened can indicate the brand's investment and confidence in the Iowa market.
It's important to note that while one company-owned store opened, no franchised outlets opened in Iowa during 2022, according to a separate table in the FDD. This could suggest a strategic decision by B Bops to focus on company-owned expansion in that specific year. A prospective franchisee should inquire about B Bops's strategy behind opening company-owned versus franchised locations.