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Godfather's Pizza

Godfather’s Pizza is unlike any other pizza, because Godfather’s makes pizza the way it was meant to be: with an incredible crust, delicious vegetables, hearty meats, and a ton of 100% real cheese. The best part is, at Godfather’s Pizza, the customer is the boss. First, they choose from among several crust selections, including the thick, rich, original crust, a buttery, pan-style golden crust, or a light and crispy thin crust. Then they choose what they want on top, what kinds of veggies and meat to pile on. Godfather’s chefs take it from there, smothering the whole thing with cheese for a pizza that is irresistible. More about the cost of owning a Godfather Pizza franchise is below.

Facts & figures
Liquid capital required
$55,000
Net worth required
$200,000
Investment
$457,200 - $835,500
Franchise fee
$20,000
Units in operation
480

Godfather’s Pizza has developed two franchise programs for locations around travel centers, airports, universities, and C-stores, both of which provide excellent profit margins while differing in the procedures they take to arrive at those margins. Godfather’s Pizza franchisees can choose a full-size store or a mini model, for lunch and grab-n-go customers. Godfathers becomes a marketing partner with its franchisees, offering a variety of materials for opening new locations and creating sales.

Godfather’s Pizza Franchise Opportunities – History

Godfather’s Pizza was founded in 1973 by William Theisen in Omaha, Nebraska. Theisen sold his first franchise in 1974. He sold Godfather to Pillsbury in the mid-1980s, and in 1986, Pillsbury named Herman Cain CEO and President of the brand. By 1990, Cain led a group to purchase the brand for $100 million. As of 2011, Godfather’s Pizza had 622 locations in 39 states nationwide.

How Much Does a Godfather’s Pizza Franchise Cost?

Franchise Income

The franchise fee for Godfather’s Pizza is $20,000. The total investment to open and operate a Godfather’s Pizza franchise ranges from $82,500 to $358,000, with a minimum net worth of $200,000. A 5% royalty fee on gross sales is paid to the company.

Godfather’s Pizza Franchise Business Opportunities: Other Information

Godfather’s Pizza has always strived to make an impact on the communities in which it operates locations, through sponsorships, fundraisers, and many other types of activities that help children and families. Godfather partners with Boys Town as one of its main sponsorship initiatives.

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