Franchising
Our franchisees are the heart of our organization. Their commitment, determination and drive to build our unique brand experience has made us who we are today.

Buffalo Wings & Rings is a fun, energetic place to catch up and connect, so it’s not surprising that our franchisees love to entertain and have a great appreciation for sports. They are hands-on owners who put in the time and effort necessary to build a strong business and create a one-of-a kind dining experience. They enjoy spending time in their communities and are true leaders who can motivate their staff to be engaging and provide an exceptional level of service. They have restaurant management experience and a strong understanding of the financials and goals that make a restaurant successful.

If you’ve owned a business in the past or currently own multiple restaurant units, and exhibit the strengths listed above, Buffalo Wings & Rings may be for you.

Franchising Philosophy

Owners Make the Best Operators

In our business, we know there’s nothing more important to success in our industry than an owner who’s personally committed to, and active in, the restaurant business. Across the board, our single unit, multi-unit and area franchisees all assume major roles in the operation of the business creating our customer experience.

Keep the Opening Cost Economical

We realize that converting an existing restaurant or other businesses into a Buffalo Rings & Wings can result in tremendous cost savings. That’s why our staff is well-suited to assist you in evaluating conversions and other construction alternatives that have the potential to reduce upfront costs significantly.

Keep the System Simple

We’ve carefully designed the equipment package as well as operational and business systems to be easy to run and execute. We want our franchisees to spend their time properly servicing every customer and creating a loyal following.

Human Resources are Expensive

People build retail brands. Finding talented people with appropriate experience is key. We will help to review key candidates you are considering. We’ve developed an extensive training program and established personnel policies and programs to provide a pleasant and productive work environment and promote longevity.

STEPS TO BECOMING A FRANCHISEE

Submit the Franchise Application
Contact us and we will email you a franchise application. Complete the application and return it to the corporate office. We will contact you within ten business days.

Meet the Company Executives
We will provide you with our FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document) for your review. During this meeting, you will meet the company executives and observe Buffalo Wings & Rings operations first hand at one of our locations.

Final Application Review
The company executives will review and evaluate your interest in our company, and your ability to operate a Buffalo Wings & Rings restaurant. Your financial and credit information is also verified. If accepted, you will receive franchise approval.

Enter into a Franchise Agreement
This agreement spells out the relationship and requirements of the franchisee and the company. The franchise fee is paid at this time.

Identify and Select a Location
Each franchisee will be required to submit desired sites to corporate for review and approval.

Begin construction and remodeling
Our staff, along with BW&R’s architect, approved general contractor, and vendors will assist you through the layout/design, permits, bidding and construction. A list of approved vendors will be provided.

Complete the Training Program
The Franchisee and members of the Franchisee Management Team will learn all aspects of Operations, Finance, Accounting, Leading Teams and Human Resource Management as it relates to running a successful Buffalo Wings & Rings restaurant. Additionally, you will be certified in Food Safety through the nationally recognized NRAEF ServSafe Programs.

THE WINNING COMBINATION: FRANCHISEE SUPPORT & CUSTOMER VALUE

Franchisee Training
At Buffalo Wings & Rings, we believe the foundation of success begins with thorough training. We also believe the most effective training combines on-the-job field experiences with classroom instruction that covers all aspects of managing and growing the business. Each Buffalo Wings & Rings franchisee is provided with extensive training at our corporate headquarters in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Our comprehensive five-week training program begins with an overview of the BW&R operation as well as the information and tools necessary to run it successfully. You will be certified in Food Safety through the nationally recognized NRAEF ServSafe Programs.

During the second stage of training, we focus on position training. This gives you the opportunity to learn each position hands-on so you will be better prepared to coach and train your own team members as they perform these tasks. You will also have the opportunity to “manage” hands on in our corporate training location. This is your chance to put it all together and experience firsthand the running of a BW&R location using our proven systems and tools. Here you will successfully lead the customer experience, coach the team and control costs all under the helpful guidance of our experienced trainers.

Our training support doesn’t end there. After completion of construction, our training team arrives at your restaurant to conduct one week of initial training for your new team members. Once open, our trainers will continue to support you and your team through the first two weeks of your operation, assisting you in laying the foundation for a successful Buffalo Wings & Rings.

The BW&R Support System
Our team strongly supports franchisees during the initial phases of development including: real estate, site selection, construction, marketing, finance and training. Ongoing services in areas such as revenue/expense analysis, corporate operations monitoring, advertising coordination and menu development are also provided.

FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTS

We are looking for brand partners with successful business experience and at least one operating partner with successful restaurant management experience.

We require a minimum of $400,000 in working capital and a minimum of $900,000 in net worth. The final decision to award a franchise is based on a combination of the applicant’s related experience and financial capability. Buffalo Wings & Rings selects franchisees that possess the qualities and capabilities to be successful and help our brand continue to grow and prosper.

The total investment in the business will vary based on the site selected, equipment package, leasehold improvements, deposits, construction costs in your market and other factors.

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Franchise Opportunities or Business Opportunities?

Business opportunities are less structured than franchises, so the definition of what constitutes a business opportunity isn’t easy to pin down. In essence, a business opportunity is any package of goods or services that enables the purchaser to begin a business and in which the seller represents that it will provide a marketing or sales plan, that a market exists for the product or service, and that the venture will be profitable.

Here are other key factors:

A business opportunity doesn’t generally feature the seller’s trademark; buyers operate under his or her own name. Business opportunities tend to be less expensive than franchises and generally don’t charge ongoing royalty fees. Business opportunities allow buyers to proceed with no restrictions as to geographic market and operations. Most business opportunity ventures have no continuing supportive relationship between the seller and the buyer; after the initial package is sold, buyers are on their own.

The Pros of Franchise Opportunities

The greatest strength of making a franchise opportunity is its ability to bring independent retailers together using a single trademark and business concept. The benefits of this affiliation are many: brand awareness, uniformity in meeting customer expectations, the power of pooled advertising and the efficiencies of group purchasing.

1.Reduction of risk
2. Turnkey operation
3. Standardized products and systems
4. Standardized financial and accounting systems
5. Collective buying power
6. Supervision and consulting readily available
7. National and local advertising programs
8. Point-of-sale advertising
9. Uniform packaging
10. Ongoing research and development
11. Financial assistance
12. Site selection guidance
13. Operations manual provided
14. Sales and marketing assistance

For the individual owner, there are several advantages and franchise opportunities. The ever-present risk of business failure is reduced when the business program has already proved to be successful in the marketplace; the use of an established trademark saves the business owner the cost of creating and advertising a name that customers will recognize; and the advantages of group advertising and purchasing make operations more profitable. In addition, ongoing training creates an instant operational expertise that would otherwise need to be acquired through trial and error. Also, with franchising, expansion seems to come more naturally. Operating a successful franchise may quickly lead to building a second and then a third business, and so on. Fortunes have been built this way.

If by this point you feel the benefits of forming a franchise are calling your name, you may be a good candidate to start a franchise. That said starting a franchise is not for everybody so continue reading, and we’ll guide you to make a decision

Ask Yourself the Right Questions

Why specifically do you want to own a franchise? Are you money motivated? Do you feel that you’re at a dead end where you are now? Being money motivated is important. This characteristic will tend to hold you in good stead when you have to work long and hard in the first two years of owning a franchise. Do you fit in the corporate environment? Do you like working for someone? Have you ever been called a misfit, a maverick, or a malcontent? If you are very comfortable working for someone else, then owning your own franchise might not be for you.

Do you really enjoy working hard, even if there is no immediate reward? How self reliant are you? Do you wait for others to take the initiative? Do you need the approval of others and considerable support before you make a decision, start a task, or move in a new direction? Are you a risk taker? Are you willing to place your time, energy, and money into a venture that has the possibility of failing? Any way you cut it, you have to take a chance. There are failures in franchising-Less than 10% but the risk is still there. Can you handle it? How self reliant are you? Do you wait for others to take the initiative? Do you need the approval of others and considerable support before you make a decision, start a task, or move in a new direction? You do have to be relatively self-reliant because you do have to manage the business day to day. However, one of the most significant benefits of owning a franchise is the support given by the franchisor.

The phrase “You are in the business for yourself but not by yourself” is very true. Do you enjoy being the boss, or having the authority and responsibility for the success or failure of a new venture? If you are the kind of person who enjoys being in charge, then having the authority and responsibility for the success of the venture will not be a problem. Are you a positive person? Being a negative person is a luxury you can ill afford in business. Negative thinking begets failure. You simply have to be a positive person in order take advantage of franchise opportunities. Do you have good people skills? Can you interact with people effectively? Do you like people?

In nearly all franchises, good people skills are critical. If you don’t have good people skills, you must be willing to develop them. Can you stick to the franchisor’s system, or do you have to do everything your way? The primary reason that franchising is so successful is because the learning curve is transferred from the franchisor to the franchisee. The franchisor has developed a successful system. If you are going to be a franchisee, you must be willing to stick to the system. You have to do things the franchisor’s way. Not your way. Do you like to teach? Do you enjoy training people in new tasks?

The nature of franchising necessitates almost constant training for employees. It certainly makes it a great deal easier if you like to teach. Can you handle multitasking? Can you cope with the multiple demands of operating a business? Operating a business requires wearing many hats. You have to be willing to do everything from mopping the floors to dealing with irate customers. Are you willing to accept the help of others? You simply must be willing to accept the help offered by the franchisor. It is valuable and it will help you succeed. Also, help is often forth-coming from employees. It’s prudent to accept all help offered. Do you have the determination to get what you want and go for it 100% ? Achieving success does require a certain degree of inner strength. If you feel strong enough to make your franchise successful, then go for it.

What is your educational background? What is your work experience? What do you really know how to do well? This seems obvious but it deserves some thought. The closer your experience is to the type of business you are considering, the better are your chances of succeeding. What do you absolutely love doing? What are your hobbies? A fundamental of human nature is that we always do well that which we love. If the franchise involves doing what you love, then you are way ahead. Or, which is more realistic, if you can fall in love with the franchise concept, that’s the ideal.

Do you really like people? Do you have good people skills? Most franchises, certainly all retail franchises involve a great amount of people contact. Even if you really like people, it can sometimes be overwhelming. If you are not a “people person,” lean towards the franchise concepts with less people contact. Are you introverted or extroverted? Are you introverted or extroverted? Some franchises involve you to be outgoing, others not. Don’t put yourself into a situation where you must do things totally against your nature. Are you the hands on or hands off type?

To be successful, most franchises require a hands on approach. However, there are some which are suitable for absentee ownership or a hands-off approach. We can help you find the right match for you. Are you willing to work long hours, six to seven days a week? Most new franchises demand a great deal of energy and time in the beginning, especially anything food related. Look very closely at what is going to be demanded of you personally and make sure you are willing to give it.

Are you a risk taker? Are you willing to bet on a new unproven concept or would you be more comfortable with a well-established and proven franchise concept? Do you like to sell? Some franchises demand a lot of selling by the owner and some do not. We can help you find which ever franchise will best suit your individual talents and interests. Does the idea of really becoming part of a community appeal to you? A very effective way to insure success is to become a giver to the community where your franchise is located. The more you can give, the better your chances of succeeding.

According to many industry sources, house repair companies are among the best franchises in the United States. Baby boomers, wealthy double-income families and elderly people no longer able to finish remodeling jobs all alone all require aid from qualified handymen. Enrolling the help of a home service franchise can save the home-owner time, aggravation and money because independent home improvement professionals regularly charge more than a national chain.

Often referred to as “home improvement businesses”, house repair services come under several headings. They may be general handyman franchises that offer a selection of household services, covering everything from installing reinforced doors and securing back-up generators to adding or fixing shelving, stair rails and paneling. A general home repair franchise offers specialized services for any part of your house, including the bathroom, kitchen, cellar and garage. Specialized home franchise repair services handle bath and countertop resurfacing, wood floor refinishing or tile restoration and repair. Some home improvement services offer custom-made walk-in tubs for physically challenged people, baby safety enhancements like adding safety latches to cupboards and drawers, safety gate installations and hot water guards on sink taps. Since these services are part of the franchisor’s system, loose guidelines for each process are prepared saving time and money for both client and contractor.

A home repair franchise has accessibility to all types of support services from the business headquarters. They receive help in selecting and coaching qualified engineers. The franchise business system makes it easier for owners to identify and hire licensed, bonded contractors to finish work on customers’ houses.

A franchise business gives customers a feeling of security. Nationwide home improvement services feature a built-in record and concentrated support services for each franchisee. Customers know they can depend on a home repair franchise with numerous locations and a national system of checks and balances. They don’t need to spend a little time researching the contractor’s reputation. The home based franchise corporation has already vetted and trained the home improvement franchise owner in proper processes. For franchise owners, this means a bigger market, ease of operation, and all the legal and accounting inventory aspects spelled out for you. This allows the franchise owner to work on servicing customers, hiring staff and the day to day business operations.

If you’re interested in buying your own house repair business, do research by consulting entrepreneur websites and magazines with lists of available franchise opportunities. Understand the franchisor’s history before meeting them in person. Ask other franchisee owners about their thoughts on the organization. Always have your attorney review a contract with you before officially signing with a franchise.

A home repair franchise business supplies novice franchisees with a business proposal, accounting and resource allocation software, marketing support and a particular work area. Most renovation business franchises are run as a home-based business, saving the franchisee the cost of renting office space. Prospective franchisees can take advantage of government and private programs with incentives for vets, minorities and women that start uptheir own companies.

According to several industry sources, house repair companies are among the top franchises in the United States. Baby boomers, well-off double-income families and elderly couples no longer able to finish remodeling jobs on their own all require aid from competent handymen. Enrolling the help of a home service franchise can save the homeowner time, trouble and money because independent home improvement professionals regularly charge more than a national chain.

Also known as “home improvement businesses”, house repair services come under a few headings. They may be general handyman franchises that offer a variety of household services, covering everything from installing reinforced doors and securing back-up generators to adding or correcting shelving, step rails and paneling. A general home repair franchise offers specialized services for any part of your house, including the bathroom, kitchen, basement and garage. Specialized home franchise repair services handle bath and countertop resurfacing, wood floor refinishing or tile restoration and repair. Some home improvement services offer custom-made walk-in tubs for physically challenged people, child safety enhancements like adding security catches to cabinets and drawers, safety gate installations and hot water guards on sink faucets. Since these services are a part of the franchisor’s system, loose guidelines for each process are already in place, saving time and cash for both customer and contractor.

A home repair franchise has accessibility to all types of support services from the business headquarters. They receive assistance in selecting and training qualified repairmen. The franchise business system makes it easier for owners to find and hire licensed, bonded contractors to finish repairs on customers’ houses.

A franchise business gives customers a feeling of security. Nationwide home improvement services come with a built-in previous record and centralized support services for each franchisee. Clients know they can depend on a home repair franchise with many locations and a nationwide system of checks and balances. They do not need to spend a little time researching the contractor’s reputation. The home based franchise company has already vetted and trained the home improvement franchise owner in proper procedures. For franchise owners, this means a bigger market, ease of operation, and all the legal and accounting inventory aspects spelled out for you. This frees the franchise owner to focus on servicing buyers, hiring employees and the day to day business operations.

If you’re interested in purchasing your own house repair enterprise, do research by checking entrepreneur web sites and magazines with lists of available franchise opportunities. Understand the franchisor’s background before meeting them in person. Ask other franchisee owners about their opinions on the company. Always have your lawyer review a contract with you before officially signing with a franchisor.

A home repair franchise business provides novice franchisees with a business outline, accounting and resource management software, PR support and a specific work area. Most home improvement business franchises are operated as a home-based business, saving the franchisee the cost of renting an office. Prospective franchisees can make use of government and private initiatives with incentives for veterans, minorities and women that start uptheir own enterprises.