Computertot/Computer Explorers, Inc.
Computertot/Computer Explorers, Inc.
10132 Colvin Run Rd.
Great Falls VA 22066
800#:(888) 638-8722
Tel: (703) 759-2556
Fax: 703) 759-1938
E -Mail: puncles@computertots.com
Web Site: www.computertots.com
Contact: Ms. Rosemarie Hartnett
COMPUTERTOTS is a worldwide network of computer education services for children. Programs are offered through learning centers and outreach programs at private and public educational facilities. The program was established in 1983 and has grown to be the largest program of its kind in the U. S. today. Programs currently operate in the U. S. and 11 other countries. International expansion has occurred through licensing partnerships with companies or groups already involved in the fields of education and/or technology. The company is actively seeking international candidates who have the financial and experiential ability to take the award-winning COMPUTERTOTS program and expand services in their respective countries. -1
Franchisor Background
Established: 1983
First Franchise: 1989
First International Franchise: 1994
Franchise Units: 92
Company-Owned Units: 0
Total Units: 92
Distribution:
U.S. - 132; Canada -- 0; International -- 92
Projected Total New Units Over Next 12 months: 15
Projected New International Units Over Next 12 months: 6
Size Of Corporate Staff: 19
Financial Projections Provided: Yes
Term of Franchise Agreement/Renewal (Master): 10/10
Term of Franchise Agreement/Renewal (Area): NR
Minimum Financial Requirements: International Minimum $500K, depending on size of country/region. U.S.--Teacher Model--$30K. U.S. Manager Model--$50K.
Expansion Requirements: None
Franchisor Financial Assistance: No
Franchise Fee(Master): Formula that analyzes population, affluence, literacy, and per capita income.
Franchise Fee(Area): International--Minimum fee of $120K based upon formula. U.S. Teacher Model--$15K. U.S. Manager Model--$29.9K.
On-Going Royalty (Master): Annual fee payable in quarterly installments. Minimum payment of 25,000 annually.
On-Going Royalty (Area): NR
Franchisor Ad Program: No set fee at present.
International Trade Associations: IFA
Franchisee Qualifications
Ranked 1-5, 5 Being Very Important
Net Worth: 5
Business Experience: 5
Ability to 'Get Things Done': 5
Industry Experience: 5
Franchising Experience: 2
Psychological Profile: 3
Personal Interview(s): 5
Training/Services
Initial Franchisee Training: Training in U.S. for international licensees is at COMPUTERTOTS training facility near Washington D.C. Training is provided over a two week period.
On-Going Support: B,c,d,E,H,I
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International Agreements
Individual Operating Units: Sometimes
Master Franchising: Never
Area Development: Never
Licensing: Most Often
Foreign Subsidiary: Never
Joint Venture: Never
Other:
Preferred Franchise Relationship: Partnership - We believe that our international licensees are partners in the growth of our system. We provide training, materials, support, concept and business formula. They provide distribution of our services as well as a commitment to growth of the programs. We seek partners who have an existing distribution network in education and/or techonology businesses.
Seeking Partners In
North America: US (132), CAN (0)
Europe/Eastern Europe: AU, BE, DE, FR, GR (1-Not Seeking), GC, IR, IT, PT, SP, SW, SZ, UK
Far East: AS, HK, IN, ID (1-Not Seeking), KO (1-Not Seeking), MA (1-Not Seeking), PH (1-Not Seeking), SI (1-Not Seeking), TA (1-Not Seeking), TH (1-Not Seeking)
Mexico:
Caribbean:
Central America:
South America: AR, BO, BR (1-Not Seeking), VE
Middle East / India: IN, UA
Africa:
Countries Not Listed Above:
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