Duck Donuts
Financial Plan
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Total investment
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The Concept
Duck Donuts is a made-to-order donut franchise founded in 2007 in Duck, North Carolina and franchising since 2013. Its core concept is built around warm cake donuts prepared fresh in the store and customized with coatings, toppings and drizzles. (Duck Donuts)
The brand has developed into a national franchise with 150+ locally owned and operated shops, including locations across more than 25 U.S. states and international markets.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Duck Donuts concept?
Customers choose their own coating, toppings and drizzle while the donuts are prepared fresh to order. The experience is designed to be interactive and family-friendly.
How large is Duck Donuts?
The company reports 150+ locally owned and operated shops, making it a good example of a mid-sized specialty donut franchise.
What kind of franchisee is Shipley Do-Nuts looking for?
Shipley is interested in entrepreneurs who can operate a restaurant business and, particularly, those capable of developing multiple locations. Restaurant, QSR, management or multi-unit business experience can be advantageous, although the company provides training and operational support to new franchisees.
How much revenue can a Shipley Do-Nuts franchise generate?
The current FDD reports approximately $1.2 million in average sales for the top 50% of shops. This is gross revenue rather than profit. Actual franchisee profitability will depend on food and labor costs, rent, local market conditions, management and other operating expenses.
Can a franchisee grow to multiple Shipley locations?
Yes. Shipley is actively pursuing multi-unit development, and its expansion strategy provides opportunities for qualified franchisees to build portfolios of locations. This can make the concept particularly attractive to operators who want to develop a larger regional business rather than operate a single store.
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