How many Best Brains outlets were operating in California at the start of 2023?
Best_Brains Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
22 | 0 | | | 2023 | 1 | | | 2024 | 0 | | Totals | 2022 | 2 | | | 2023 | 2 | | | 2024 | 6 | Table No. 3 Status of Franchise Outlets For Years 2022 to 2024
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Terminations | Non- Renewals | Reacquired by Franchisor | Ceased Operations - Other Reasons | Outlets at the End of the Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizon |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 36–42)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Best Brains' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were 12 Best Brains outlets operating in California at the start of 2023. This number is based on the table provided in Item 20, which tracks the number of outlets at the start of each year, outlets opened, terminations, non-renewals, re acquisitions by the franchisor, ceased operations for other reasons, and the number of outlets at the end of the year.
For a prospective franchisee, this indicates the existing market presence of Best Brains in California during that period. It's important to note that while there were 12 outlets at the beginning of 2023, one outlet was terminated during the year, resulting in 11 outlets at the end of 2023. No new Best Brains centers opened in California during 2023.
Understanding the historical data on outlet openings, closures, and transfers can help a potential franchisee assess the stability and growth potential of the Best Brains franchise in California. Reviewing the reasons for terminations or non-renewals, where available, can provide further insights into the challenges and opportunities within the California market.