How many total Deka Lash outlets were operating at the end of 2022?
Deka_Lash Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
| Outlet Type | Year | Outlets at the Start of the Year | Outlets at the End of the Year | Net Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franchised | 2021 | 90 | 103 | +13 |
| 2022 | 103 | 123 | +20 | |
| 2023 | 123 | 130 | +7 | |
| Company-Owned* | 2021 | 6 | 5 | -1 |
| 2022 | 5 | 6 | +1 | |
| 2023 | 6 | 0 | -6 | |
| Total Outlets | 2021 | 96 | 108 | +12 |
| 2022 | 108 | 129 | +21 | |
| 2023 | 129 | 130 | +1 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 57–62)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Deka Lash's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were a total of 129 outlets operating at the end of 2022. This number includes both franchised and company-owned outlets.
The FDD provides a detailed breakdown of the changes in the number of outlets over the years. In 2022, the number of franchised outlets increased from 103 at the start of the year to 123 at the end of the year, representing a net increase of 20 franchised locations. During the same period, company-owned outlets saw a slight increase, going from 5 at the start of 2022 to 6 by the end of the year, a net increase of 1 company-owned location.
For a prospective franchisee, this data indicates the growth and changes within the Deka Lash system. Reviewing the number of franchise and company-owned locations can provide insight into the overall health and expansion strategy of the franchise. It is important to note that past performance does not guarantee future results, but this information can be valuable when evaluating the potential of a Deka Lash franchise.