What aspects of staffing and training can affect the time needed to open an Itan franchise?
Itan Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
We expect most franchisees will open 6 to 12 months after signing the Franchise Agreement (Conversion Salons typically open sooner). Factors that may affect this time include:
- the amount of time needed to find an approved site
- protracted lease negotiations with your landlord
- the amount of time needed to secure financing, insurance, licenses and permits
- the condition of your building and extent of required upgrades, remodeling and renovations
- construction delays due to labor or materials shortages, inclement weather or other reasons
- delayed delivery or installation of equipment and fixtures
- the amount of time needed to comply with zoning requirements and other laws and regulations
- the amount of time needed to complete training
- the amount of time needed to hire and train your staff
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 22–31)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Itan's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the time required to open an Itan franchise can be influenced by the time it takes to hire and train staff. Itan estimates that most franchisees will open their salons within 6 to 12 months after signing the Franchise Agreement; however, this timeline can vary. Conversion Salons, for example, typically open sooner than new locations.
The initial training program for Itan franchisees includes several components: self-paced remote training (1-2 weeks), hands-on training in San Diego (5 days), and onsite training at the franchisee's salon (5 days). The Managing Owner must successfully complete this initial training at least 2 weeks before the salon opens. Any delays in completing the training or staffing the location could potentially push back the opening date.
Prospective Itan franchisees should consider that the time needed to hire and train staff is one of several factors that can affect the opening timeline. Other factors include securing an approved site, lease negotiations, obtaining financing, insurance, licenses, and permits, the condition of the building, construction delays, and compliance with zoning requirements. Therefore, franchisees need to manage these factors effectively to ensure a timely opening.