A Proven Concept Drives Franchise Expansion
Zoup! opened its first store in 1998 in Southfield, MI, a suburb of Detroit, and within five years the company added five more Detroit-area locations. Also during this period, the company built additional infrastructure and grew soup capacity, all with an eye toward making Zoup! the premier Fast-Casual, soup-differentiated brand. In January 2004, Zoup! opened its first franchise in Ann Arbor, MI, leading the way to annual system-wide growth. Since then, Zoup! has awarded numerous franchise units in several additional states.
Franchisees Benefit from a Strong Brand in a Fast-Growing Segment
With the same “Everything Matters” philosophy that ensures quality, satisfaction and convenience for customers, Zoup! has created the infrastructure, systems and support programs that give franchisees the tools they need to build their own successful businesses.
In addition to the opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind, exciting business that has a proven record of success, Zoup! franchisees enjoy the following benefits:
- Strong niche positioning consistent with consumer preferences.
- Fast-Casual segment is the fastest growing in the restaurant industry.
- Low cost of entry relative to other food franchise concepts.
- Single units and, for qualified candidates, multiple units/semi-absentee operation gives candidates greater financial flexibility and security.
- Simplified menu items require little prep and allow for a “front of house” focus.
- Availability of great territories.
- Z!Net business management system tracks and drives franchisees’ productivity and profitability.
10 Steps to Owning Your Own Zoup! Franchise
- Complete the detailed Franchise Application.
- Attend in an Introductory Webinar conducted by Zoup!’s founder.
- Participate in a Marketing and Training Webinar.
- Observe the Real Estate Webinar.
- Receive and review the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).
- Contact existing franchisees for validation.
- Prepare your Business Plan.
- Visit Zoup! locations.
- Make your decision.
- Meet the team at Agreement Signing Celebration Day.
