How many Gold Star outlets were opened in Ohio during 2024?
Gold_Star Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| | 2024 | 1 | | OHIO | 2022 | 1 | | | 2023 | 0 | | | 2024 | 0 | | TOTAL | 2022 | 1 | | | 2023 | 3 | | | 2024 | 1 |
TABLE NO. 4
STATUS OF COMPANY-OWNED OUTLETS
FOR YEARS 2020-2024
| STATE | YEAR | OUTLETS AT THE START OF YEAR | OUTLETS OPENED | OUTLETS REAQUIRED FROM FRANCHISEE | OUTLETS CLOSED | OUTLETS SOLD TO FRANCHISEE | OUTLETS AT END OF YEAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| 2021 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | |
| KENTUCKY | 2022 | 2 | 0 |
Source: Item 20 — Outlets and Franchisee Information (FDD pages 48–52)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Gold Star's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there was one outlet opened in Ohio during 2024. The table provided in Item 20 outlines the status of franchised outlets for the years 2020-2024, broken down by state. This information is useful for prospective franchisees to understand the recent growth and changes in the number of Gold Star outlets in specific regions.
Specifically, the table shows that at the start of 2024, there were 7 Gold Star outlets in Ohio. During 2024, one new outlet was opened, and no outlets were reacquired from franchisees, closed, or sold to franchisees. This resulted in a total of 8 Gold Star outlets in Ohio at the end of 2024.
Reviewing this historical data can help a potential franchisee assess the brand's performance and stability in Ohio. It's important to note that past performance doesn't guarantee future results, but it provides valuable context when evaluating the opportunity. Franchisees should also consider other factors, such as local market conditions and competition, when making their investment decision.