How many Ben Jerrys outlets were operating in Georgia at the end of 2023?
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 |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 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' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there was 1 Ben Jerrys outlet operating in Georgia at the end of 2023. The table provided in Item 20 of the FDD outlines the number of outlets at the start of the year, any outlets that opened, and the number of outlets at the end of the year for each state.
Specifically for Georgia, the table shows that at the start of 2023, there was 1 outlet. During 2023, no additional outlets were opened, and no outlets closed for any reason. Therefore, the number of Ben Jerrys outlets in Georgia remained at 1 at the end of 2023.
This information is useful for prospective franchisees as it provides a snapshot of Ben Jerrys' presence and stability in Georgia. A single outlet might suggest a limited brand presence or market penetration in the state, which could present both opportunities and challenges for a new franchisee. It's important to further investigate the market dynamics and brand recognition in the specific location to assess the potential for growth.