What was the total number of Cinnaholic outlets at the start of 2023?
Cinnaholic Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Outlet Type | Year | Outlets at the Start of | Outlets at the | Net Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| the Year | End of the Year | |||
| Franchised | 2022 | 51 | 65 | +14 |
| 2023 | 65 | 80 | +15 | |
| 2024 | 80 | 82 | +2 | |
| Company | 2022 | 1 | 2 | +1 |
| Owned | 2023 | 2 | 1 | -1 |
| 2024 | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
| Total | 2022 | 52 | 67 | +15 |
| Outlets | 2023 | 67 | 81 | +14 |
| 2024 | 81 | 83 | +2 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 55–61)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cinnaholic's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the total number of Cinnaholic outlets at the start of 2023 was 67. This number includes both franchised and company-owned locations. Specifically, there were 65 franchised outlets and 2 company-owned outlets at the beginning of 2023.
It is important to note the distinction between franchised and company-owned outlets, as this can impact the overall business model and revenue streams for Cinnaholic. Franchised locations are owned and operated by individual franchisees, while company-owned locations are managed directly by the parent company. The mix of franchised and company-owned stores can indicate the strategic direction of Cinnaholic, such as a focus on expansion through franchising or a greater emphasis on corporate control.
Prospective franchisees should consider the growth trends in both franchised and company-owned locations when evaluating the Cinnaholic franchise opportunity. A consistent increase in franchised outlets may suggest a healthy and attractive franchise system, while changes in the number of company-owned stores could reflect strategic decisions about market presence and operational control. Reviewing these figures over multiple years, as presented in the FDD, can provide a more comprehensive understanding of Cinnaholic's development and stability.