In what year did a Ben Jerrys outlet cease operations for other reasons in New York?
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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, one Ben Jerrys location in New York ceased operations for reasons other than termination, non-renewal, or reacquisition by the franchisor during 2023. The table provided in Item 20 of the FDD details outlet information for the years 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Specifically, at the start of 2023, there was one Ben Jerrys outlet in New York. During 2023, one outlet ceased operations for other reasons, resulting in zero outlets at the end of the year. In 2024, there were still zero Ben Jerrys outlets operating in New York.
This information is valuable for potential franchisees as it provides insight into the stability and potential risks associated with operating a Ben Jerrys franchise in a specific state. Franchisees should inquire about the reasons behind closures to better understand the market dynamics and challenges in certain areas.