How many Ben Jerrys outlets in Georgia ceased operations for other reasons in 2022?
Ben_Jerrys Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Terminations | Non- Renewals | Reacquired by Franchisor | Ceased Operations Other Reasons | Outlets at End of the Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 81–89)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Ben Jerrys's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, in 2022, zero Ben Jerrys outlets in Georgia ceased operations for reasons other than terminations, non-renewals, or reacquisition by the franchisor. The provided table in Item 20 of the FDD details outlet information by state and year, including a column for 'Ceased Operations Other Reasons.'
This data point is important for prospective franchisees as it provides insight into the stability and performance of Ben Jerrys franchises in Georgia. A low number in this category could indicate that franchises are generally sustainable and not prone to closure due to unforeseen circumstances.
It is worth noting that 'Ceased Operations Other Reasons' can encompass a variety of situations, such as closures due to owner illness, lease disputes, or other factors not directly related to the franchise's financial performance. While the FDD specifies that Exhibit M lists franchisees who have ceased to do business under the Franchise Agreement, it also states that in some instances, current and former franchisees sign provisions restricting their ability to speak openly about their experience with Ben & Jerry's Franchising, Inc. This may limit a prospective franchisee's ability to gather additional information about the reasons behind these closures.