As of December 31, 2024, how many affiliate-owned Cinnabon outlets were located in Oklahoma?
Cinnabon Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Outlets Reacquired from Franchisee | Outlets Closed | Outlets Sold to Franchisee | Outlets at End of Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 2022 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| 2023 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | |
| 2024 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 11 |
Source: Item 20 — Outlets and Franchisee Information (FDD pages 104–113)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cinnabon's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were 11 affiliate-owned Cinnabon outlets in Oklahoma as of December 31, 2024. The provided table tracks the status of affiliate-owned outlets from 2022 to 2024, showing the changes in outlet numbers due to openings, re acquisitions, and sales. This information is useful for prospective franchisees to understand the corporate presence and changes in specific markets.
The table shows that in 2022, there were 8 affiliate-owned Cinnabon outlets in Oklahoma, with 1 outlet opening, bringing the total to 9 by the end of the year. In 2023, there were no openings or closures, so the number remained at 9. However, in 2024, there were 2 outlets reacquired from franchisees, increasing the total to 11 by the end of the year.
This data indicates that Cinnabon's corporate strategy in Oklahoma involved expanding its affiliate-owned presence through re acquisitions rather than new openings in 2024. A potential franchisee might want to further investigate the reasons behind these re acquisitions and how they could impact franchise opportunities in the state. Understanding the balance between franchised and affiliate-owned locations can provide insights into Cinnabon's overall market strategy and support for franchisees.