Frequently Asked Questions

1. Franchise Right and Authority. The authority to use our name and trademark, immediate association with an established concept, access to a formatted and successful franchise system.
2. Equipment. The class of franchise defines the actual equipment package. A custom mobile cart or carts are conveyed as part of the initial acquisition package.
3. Location. SPLICI develops and procures the actual vending location which may require a separate lease or license agreement. In many cases Woody’s Chicago Style™ becomes the responsible party extending a sub license agreement to its franchise operators.
4. Products and Distribution. Immediate access to our network of distributors delivering high quality products at deeply discounted prices.
5. Uniforms. We provide you with a custom uniform package including hats, visors, polo shirts and aprons. Future access to our uniform sources is direct to the franchise operator.
6. Training. Our staff will conduct on site set up and training encompassing all aspects of your business. We assist in grand openings and provide you with complimentary product for initial promotions.
7. Insurance, Business license, Health Permits, Misc. licenses and Permits. Woody’s Chicago Style™ will assist you and direct you through this critical phase of starting up your business.
8. On Going Assistance. Woody’s Chicago Style™ maintains staff dedicated to assisting you with on going operational, administrative and marketing issues.

No. Woody's does however have established programs with lenders specific to franchise acquisitions. Many loans are backed by the S.B.A. with general terms of good credit and ability to collateralize. Additionally the relatively in-expensive acquisition of a Woody's business can easily be achieved through your local banking relationships, refinances of real property or through programs offered in your state or community.

No. SPLICI has established accounts with local and national vendors on most products we sell. SPLICI will set up your accounts and assist you in initial ordering and receiving. Additionally, we receive as a group, "National Account Pricing" on many products.

No. SPLICI is a KISS, "keep it simple stupid" business. We do, however, allow franchisees to introduce new products and concepts at our franchise meetings. At that point we all discuss the impact of that product on our operations. General criteria for product approval is outlined in the Operations Manual. Prior to Corporate approval, no new products are allowed.

Generally you do, however, as a customer service function at most locations, common sense and store policy will influence your decision, generally 8 hours a day.

We have a program for multiple unit franchisees, however, no additional units will be sold until the franchisee demonstrates their ability and commitment on the first franchise location.

Again, the answer depends on the business. Too much business for one person to handle is a good problem to have. Then again, many locations require service seven days a week. Owner operators are the goal of this franchise but it may be necessary to involve a spouse, close friend or family member as an employee from time to time.

If you are a franchisee in good standing and have operated in accordance with our franchise agreement, we generally will have no problem in relocating you. A standard fee to reset and reestablish a franchise may be assessed to cover associated costs in procuring a secondary location and successor franchise agreement.

Every day a variety of issues and negotiations are taking place on your behalf. Corporate offices have rent, taxes, and salaries just like any business. Our system is designed to propagate your business and to that end royalties are contributions to the costs of us doing business.

Yes, as with any business there are potential start up costs.

• Plan review and permits
• Lease deposits and rents
• Inventory of products to sell
• Insurance
• Support utilities or build out
• Refrigerator / Freezer
• Ice machine
• Misc. small wares
• Opening bank
• Off site support if necessary

As a rule of thumb, we advise prospective franchisees to budget an additional $5,000.00 - $10,000 for capitalization purposes. Again, however, actual expenses cannot be determined until location is achieved.

Yes. Correspondence, pricing and accounting are all areas of business that are electronic processing. Average skills with a basic home computer are a necessity. Franchise communications, newsletters, memos and important marketing information will all be exclusively electronic mail (E-Mail). Rapid communication in a franchise system is imperative.

You must have an internet connection and be able to use an Internet browser and E-Mail. Your computer must be running Windows 2000/Windows ME, Mac OS X, Linux (with X) or better.

Your web browser should meet these minimum requirements:

1. Internet Explorer: Version 6.0 and higher
2. Netscape: Version 6.2 and higher
3. Mozilla Firefox: Version 1.01 and higher
4. Opera: Version 6.06 and higher.
5. Apple Safari: Anything that comes with Mac OS X should work successfully
6. Konqueror: Version 3.4 and higher

SPLICI views the franchise relationship as a form of partnership. Now that you have preliminary information about us, we in turn would like to know a little about you. Please fill out the on-line Franchisee Application Form and return to us.

Then...

1. Upon receiving your completed form we will start a file and contact you via phone.
2. We will arrange a personal meeting to answer specific questions and provide you with a Franchise Offering Circular, a Franchise Agreement and other documents for your review.
3. After you have had adequate time to review all documents we again meet to answer questions and discuss operational specific issues. At any time you are welcome to invite your attorney or accountant to render their opinion.
4. After all initial meetings, including question and answer sessions, we will then decide if our relationship as franchisor and franchisee should go forward. At that time, if we agree to proceed, a nonrefundable franchise deposit will be necessary. Depending on the class of franchise in discussion the initial deposit may range from ten thousand to thirty thousand dollars. It is at this point that we will award a location and schedule an opening.

Prior to the actual opening of the franchise location, a contract signing will take place at which point the balance of the franchise acquisition costs,  taxes when applicable and any developmental fees will be due in certified funds.