What was the total number of Mr. Sandless outlets at the start of 2023?
Mr_Sandless Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Outlet Type | Year | Outlets at the Start of the Year | Outlets at the End of the Year | Net Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franchised | 2022 | 155 | 164 | 9 |
| 2023 | 164 | 189 | 25 | |
| 2024 | 189 | 198 | 9 | |
| Affiliate-Owned | 2022 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 2023 | 9 | 0 | -9 | |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Grand Total | 2022 | 164 | 173 | 9 |
| 2023 | 172 | 189 | 16 | |
| 2024 | 189 | 198 | 9 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 36–41)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Mr. Sandless's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, at the start of 2023, there were a total of 172 outlets. This number is derived from a combination of franchised and affiliate-owned locations. Specifically, there were 164 franchised outlets and 9 affiliate-owned outlets at the beginning of 2023. However, the 'Grand Total' row indicates 172 outlets at the start of 2023.
For a prospective franchisee, this figure provides a snapshot of the brand's established presence at that time. It's important to note the composition of the total number of outlets, as the performance and operational characteristics of franchised versus affiliate-owned locations can differ significantly. Understanding the growth trajectory and the relative contributions of each type of outlet can inform a franchisee's expectations and business planning.
The numbers also show the changes during the year. The number of affiliate-owned Mr. Sandless locations decreased during 2023, going from 9 to 0. The number of franchised locations increased from 164 to 189. This indicates a strategic shift in the Mr. Sandless business model, with a greater emphasis on franchised operations and a move away from affiliate-owned outlets.