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Rush Bowls

Table of Content
1. Franchise Snapshot
2. Franchise Overview
3. Performance and Metrics
4. Our Take
5. Additional Resources

1. Franchise Snapshot

Franchise Status
Active
Basic Information
Industry
Restaurants & Food
Category
Fast Casual
Investment Range
$200,000-$547,000
Total US Locations
53
Franchise Units
50
Founding Year
2004
Started Offering Franchises
2015
Management Capacity
Owner Operator
Job Count
14
Prior E2 Investors?
Yes
Prior Visa Franchise Clients?
No
Royalty Fee
6%
Marketing Fee
2%
Franchise Fee
$39,000
Headquarters (City, State)
Westminster, CO
Square Footage
500 - 1500
Retail Location?
Yes
Agreement Term Length
10 Years
Video

In these videos you will learn about the company firsthand. And they will also tell you in a short form about the financing of the enterprise.

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2. Franchise Overview

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Overview

Rush Bowls provides wholesome, all-natural bowls and smoothies made from acai, fresh fruits, and organic granola. They focus on promoting health and community by offering nutritious, delicious food that supports both physical and mental well-being. With a dedicated and professional team, the school caters to a wide range of dietary needs while creating a welcoming atmosphere for all. Their vision is to be a leader in the healthy fast-casual food industry, known for exceptional product quality and strong community connections.

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Management team / founders

Rush Bowls was founded by Andrew Pudalov, who has been instrumental in building the brand's success. Since the company’s inception in 2015, Andrew has led the team with a clear focus on providing healthy, convenient food options that cater to a growing demand for nutritious meals. His leadership has driven the expansion of Rush Bowls, ensuring that each location upholds the company's core values of quality, health, and community engagement.

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Focus of owner for daily business operations

As a Rush Bowls franchisee, the owner’s primary responsibilities include: 1.Managing staff and operations: Overseeing day-to-day operations, ensuring quality service and maintaining a positive customer experience. 2.Marketing and community engagement: Networking within the local community to attract customers and build brand awareness. 3.Client acquisition and retention: Meeting with new customers to explain the benefits of Rush Bowls, while focusing on maintaining strong relationships with existing patrons to ensure customer loyalty and satisfaction.

3. Performance & Metrics

Franchisor Fees | Item 6
Franchise Value
Industry Median
All Franchises Median
Royalty Fee
6%
6%
6%
Marketing Fee
2%
2%
2%
Franchise Fee
$39,000
Total Investment Cost | Item 7
Type of Expenditure
Low Amount
High Amount
When due
Initial Franchise Fee
$39,000
$39,000
Upon signing the Franchise Agreement
Leasehold Improvements and Rent
$70,000
$325,000
As incurred
Wages, Travel Expenses, and Living Expenses During Training
$0
$10,000
As incurred
Furniture, Fixtures, Supplies, Décor, Inventory, and Equipment
$48,000
$90,000
As incurred
Architectural and Engineering Fees
$7,500
$18,000
Before opening
Signage
$4,000
$12,000
As incurred
Point-of-Sale and Computer System
$3,000
$5,000
As incurred
Licenses and Permits
$1,000
$5,000
Before opening
Miscellaneous Site Development Fees
$2,500
$5,000
Before opening or as arranged
Grand Opening
$3,000
$6,500
Before opening
Grand Opening Training Fee
$6,000
$6,000
Upon invoice
Webpage Set Up Fee
$1,000
$1,000
Before opening
Additional Funds (Three Months)
$15,000
$25,000
As incurred
TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT:
$200,000
$547,000
Outlets and Franchisee Information | Item 20
Outlet type
Year
Outlets at the start of the year
Outlets at the end of the year
Net change
N/A
2022
32
36
+4
Franchised
2023
36
49
+13
N/A
2024
50
50
0
N/A
2022
2
2
0
Company-Owned
2023
2
3
+1
N/A
2024
3
3
0
N/A
2022
34
38
+4
Total Outlets
2023
38
53
+14
N/A
2024
53
53
0
Net Unit Growth (Recent year)
Net Unit Growth (Recent 3 years)
Franchise Health Metrics
Growth Rate
1 year / 3 years
Failure Rate
1 year / 3 years
Franchise for Sale Rate
1 year / 3 years
Rush Bowls
0% / 56.3%
5.8% / 10.9%
0% / 12%
Industry median
0% / 1%
2.3% / 11.1%
0.1% / 8.7%
Franchise Health Metrics
Franchise Historical Loan Metrics
10 Year Cumulative Charge Offs by $ of Loans
0.0
10 Year Cumulative Defaults
0.0
3 Year Predicted Default Rate
0.0
*Please note the information provided here is sourced from Lumos. We do not guarantee its accuracy or completeness. For verification, please refer to Lumos directly.
Item 19 – Financial Performance Representations
Historical financial performance representations
Franchise Financials
Franchisor company financial information, if disclosed by the franchisor.
Litigation & Bankruptcies
% of Franchisees Undergoing Litigation
0
% of Franchisees with Completed Litigation
0
Number of Bankruptcies Disclosed
0
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4. Our Take

Rush Bowls offers a solid franchise opportunity with a focus on healthy, delicious food and strong franchisee support. The business model is straightforward, with competitive fees and a strong community-driven brand. For customers, it's a go-to destination for nutritious bowls and smoothies, praised for quality and taste. As with any investment, careful evaluation is key, but Rush Bowls' combination of a growing market, solid business practices, and positive feedback from both franchisees and customers makes it an appealing choice.