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Chicago's Pizza
Robert McDonald enjoyed working in the pizza business. When he was suddenly terminated from his job with an Indiana pizza restaurant, he decided to start his own pizza chain. When Ron Epple, who had worked with McDonald as director of franchise training, heard what his old co-worker was up to, he asked to be part of it. In 1979, the two founded Chicago's Pizza. Most of the locations also have dining rooms where customers can enjoy Chicago's 29-inch pizza. The company has franchises in Indiana and Ohio. There is also a Chicago's Pizza location in Seville, Spain.
Facts & figures
Liquid capital required
$43,500
Net worth required
$100,000 - $200,000
Investment
$89,300 - $175,500
Franchise fee
$10,000
Royalty
4.0%
Units in operation
10
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