How many Marble Slab Creamery outlets ceased operations in Texas during 2022?
Marble_Slab_Creamery Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Table No. 3 Status of Franchised Outlets For Fiscal Years 2022 to 2024
Ceased Outlets Reacquired Operations - Outlets at at Start Outlets Terminatio Non- Other End of the State Year of Year Opened ns Renewals Reasons Year Texas 2022 143 2 0 0 0 3 142
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 95–100)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Marble Slab Creamery's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were 143 outlets in Texas at the start of 2022. During that year, 2 outlets were terminated, and 3 ceased operations for other reasons, resulting in 142 outlets by the end of the year. This indicates that a total of 5 Marble Slab Creamery outlets ceased operations in Texas during 2022, with 2 terminations and 3 due to other reasons.
For a prospective franchisee, this data highlights the dynamics of the Marble Slab Creamery franchise network in Texas. It's important to understand the reasons behind these closures, whether they are due to poor performance, location issues, or other factors. Investigating the 'other reasons' for closures could provide valuable insights into potential challenges and risks associated with operating a Marble Slab Creamery franchise in Texas.
It is also important to note that while 5 outlets ceased operations, the number of outlets that ceased operations does not necessarily mean that the franchise agreements were terminated. The franchisor may have reacquired the outlets or sold them to other franchisees. Understanding the reasons behind the closures and the subsequent actions taken by the franchisor can help a prospective franchisee assess the stability and support provided within the Marble Slab Creamery franchise system.
Overall, the information suggests that while Marble Slab Creamery has a significant presence in Texas, there are ongoing changes in the number of operational outlets. A prospective franchisee should carefully evaluate these trends and seek further clarification from the franchisor regarding the specific circumstances of outlet closures and the strategies in place to support franchisee success.