In Arizona, how many Carvel franchise agreements have been signed but the shoppes are not yet open?
Carvel Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| State | Franchise Agreements Signed But Shoppes Not Open | Projected New Franchised Shoppes In Next Fiscal Year | Projected New Company Owned Shoppes In Next Fiscal Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Arizona | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| California | 25 | 4 | 0 |
| Colorado | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Connecticut | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Delaware | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 93–99)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Carvel's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, as of the end of the reported period, there were 7 franchise agreements signed in Arizona for Carvel shoppes that had not yet opened. This indicates that there are franchisees in the process of establishing their Carvel locations in Arizona.
For a potential franchisee, this information is relevant for a few reasons. First, it shows the level of current development activity in the state. Second, it could provide an opportunity to connect with these franchisees to learn about their experiences and challenges in setting up their Carvel businesses. However, it is important to note that the FDD does not specify how long these agreements have been in place or the reasons for the delay in opening.
It is also important to consider the number of projected new franchised shoppes in the next fiscal year, which for Arizona is 1. This suggests that Carvel anticipates further expansion in the state. A prospective franchisee should inquire with Carvel about the locations of these future stores and the support provided during the setup phase to ensure a smooth opening process.