Steps to ownership

Our process

Step 1

CONNECT WITH US

Complete and submit our franchise application, which helps us to know more about you, your business background and experience, financial capabilities, and goals. A Cookie Plug development representative will review the application and determine if you and your proposed market meet our qualifications. The development coordinator will also provide you with an overview of the process and discuss next steps. 

Step 2

Getting to know you

The “getting to know you call” is exactly that. This is an opportunity for us to share our stories and determine if there is an initial fit. We will answer any questions you may have and get a better understanding of your goals and timeline.

Step 3

Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) review

Upon completion of a successful interview, a copy of our FDD will be provided to you for review. This contains information about our company, business model and every aspect of our business relationship with our franchise owners. The FDD will also include a copy of the franchise agreement.

Step 4

Discovery Day

Your Cookie Plug business development representative will schedule a visit to the corporate office in Irvine, CA. At this time we will review detailed information regarding the business, our support, real estate procedures, design and construction process and marketing programs and tools available. We will also review your business plan for operating a Cookie Plug Franchise.

Step 5

Approval

After completion of the previous steps, Cookie Plug will then notify you of your approval to become a new Cookie Plug Franchisee!

Step 6

Franchise agreement awarded

Now the fun begins! Our support team will guide you through every step of the process as you open your new Cookie Plug location!