In which state did a Gokhale Method outlet cease operation for other reasons in 2021?
Gokhale_Method Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
021 to 2023
| State | Year | Outletsat Startof Year | Outlets Opened | Terminatio ns | Non Renewals | Reacquired by Franchisor | Ceased Operations Other Reasons | Outletsat Endofthe Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 2021 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| California | 2021 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | |
| 2023 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | |
| Georgia | 2021 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2023 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | |
| Illinois | 2021 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| Louisiana | 2021 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| Massachusetts | 2021 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2022 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| 2023 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| Montana | 2021 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE REPRESENTATIONS (FDD pages 30–34)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Gokhale Method's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, several states experienced an outlet ceasing operations for reasons other than termination, non-renewal, or reacquisition by the franchisor in 2021. Specifically, California, Georgia, Illinois and Oregon each had one outlet that ceased operations for other reasons during that year.
For a prospective franchisee, this information is valuable in understanding the stability and potential risks associated with operating a Gokhale Method franchise in different locations. The fact that multiple states experienced closures for 'other reasons' suggests that factors beyond the typical franchise lifecycle (termination, non-renewal) can impact a Gokhale Method business.
It would be prudent for a potential franchisee to investigate the reasons behind these closures in California, Georgia, Illinois and Oregon. Understanding the specific circumstances that led to these 'other' closures can provide insights into potential challenges and opportunities in those markets. This information could inform the franchisee's business plan and risk assessment.