Fourth R, The
Fourth R, The
11410 NE 124th St., # 142
Kirkland WA 98034-4399
800#:(800) 821-8653
Tel: (425) 814-1001
Fax: (425) 814-8117
E -Mail: bob@fourthr.com
Web Site: www.fourthr.com
Contact: Mr. Robert L. McCauley
Computers have changed virtually all aspects of our lives. As we move into the Information Age, many experts agree that computer literacy has become "THE FOURTH R" in education today. As an international leader in computer training for children and adults, The Fourth R is one of the fastest growing companies in the computer training sector and has been highlighted in prominent national publications as one of the top franchisors both in the U. S. and abroad. The Fourth R provides operations and curriculum manuals; training on business, educational and marketing systems; initial educational software and marketing materials; and updates and on going support from experienced professionals. -1
Franchisor Background
Established: 1991
First Franchise: 1992
First International Franchise: 1993
Franchise Units: 275
Company-Owned Units: 0
Total Units: 275
Distribution:
U.S. - 76; Canada -- 9; International -- 114
Projected Total New Units Over Next 12 months: 40
Projected New International Units Over Next 12 months: 24
Size Of Corporate Staff: 8
Financial Projections Provided: No
Term of Franchise Agreement/Renewal (Master): 5/5
Term of Franchise Agreement/Renewal (Area): 5/5
Minimum Financial Requirements: From $14K (Homebased Option)
Expansion Requirements: None
Franchisor Financial Assistance: In some cases.
Franchise Fee(Master): Varies by size of territory and market demographics.
Franchise Fee(Area): Multiple of initial franchise fee.
On-Going Royalty (Master): Zero for master franchisee; master franchisee pays 30% of all royalties he collects from franchisees in his region.
On-Going Royalty (Area): $120/month plus 5% of net sales.
Franchisor Ad Program: Up to 2% of net sales; actual amount determined by franchisor and master franchisee.
International Trade Associations: IFA
Franchisee Qualifications
Ranked 1-5, 5 Being Very Important
Net Worth: 3
Business Experience: 4
Ability to 'Get Things Done': 4
Industry Experience: 2
Franchising Experience: 2
Psychological Profile: 3
Personal Interview(s): 4
Training/Services
Initial Franchisee Training: One to two weeks at corporate headquarters.
On-Going Support: B,c,d,D,E,g,H,I,J
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International Agreements
Individual Operating Units: Sometimes
Master Franchising: Most Often
Area Development: Sometimes
Licensing: Most Often
Foreign Subsidiary: Never
Joint Venture: Never
Other:
Preferred Franchise Relationship: Master Franchising or Master Licensing.
Seeking Partners In
North America: US (76), CAN (9)
Europe/Eastern Europe: AU, BE, BU, CZ, DE, FI, FR, GR (9), GC (6), HU, IR, IT, NE, NO, PO, PT, RO, RU, SL, SP (16), SW, SZ, TU, UK, YU, UR
Far East: AS (16), CA, CH, GU, HK (2), ID (3), JA (1), KO (1), LA, MA (4), MY, NZ(1), PH (1) , SI (3), TA (36), TH (12), VN
Mexico: MX (6)
Caribbean: CB, DR (5), PR (1)
Central America: BE, CR (1), EL, GA, HO, NI, PA (1)
South America: AR, BO, BR, CH, CO (1), EC (1), FG, GY, PG, PE, SU, UR, VE
Middle East / India: IN (1), IS (2), PK, OM, SA (1), UA
Africa: SO, IC, MO (2), TU (1)
Countries Not Listed Above:
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