Frenchies

The vendor opportunity at Frenchies

Frenchies operates 26 franchised units, all held by single-unit operators, with no company-owned locations disclosed in the 2026 FDD. The system’s average unit volume sits at $614,178, and the royalty rate is 6%. While the unit count is modest, the brand’s concentration in just five states — Ohio (2 units), Colorado, Minnesota, Texas, and Georgia (1 each) — means a vendor can cover the entire system with a lean sales motion. The absence of multi-unit operators simplifies outreach: every location is an independent franchisee, but technology decisions are centralized at HQ.

Who controls software purchasing

The buying center is firmly at the parent level. Meg Roberts serves as Chief Executive Officer of the parent entity, with Kristin Kidd as Chief Operating Officer. At the brand level, Kayla Bramlet holds the title of Brand President, and Jill Holderfield is Director of Operations. Board Member Jordan LaJoie may also influence strategic vendor decisions. For a software vendor, the most direct path is through Bramlet and Holderfield, who oversee day-to-day operations and are likely to evaluate tools that touch studio management, data, or franchisee support.

Mandated and current tech stack

The 2026 FDD mandates four technology components. First, an accounting system is required for all franchisees. Second, an online franchisee support center must be in place. Third, a proprietary data management and intranet system is mandated — this is the backbone of internal communication and reporting. Fourth, studio management software is required, though no third-party vendor is named in the FDD extract. The proprietary intranet and studio management tools represent the core operational stack. Any vendor pitching a replacement or integration must address how their solution coexists with or improves upon these mandated systems.

Procurement, renewals, and timing

Item 8 of the FDD does not provide a procurement signal, meaning there is no published designated-supplier or approved-supplier list. Vendors should treat this as an open procurement environment where HQ evaluates solutions directly. The initial franchise term is 10 years, and Item 17 allows renewal for two additional consecutive 10-year terms if the franchisee is in good standing. Because the system is small and relatively young, many operators are likely still within their first term. Renewal-driven tech evaluations will be infrequent but high-stakes — a vendor who embeds early can lock in long-term adoption before the first wave of renewals triggers a stack review.

How to read the Frenchies FDD

The 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document is the authoritative source for every fact cited here. Item 1 lists the executives and board members who control purchasing. Item 11 details the mandated technology systems. Item 17 spells out the 10-year initial term and the two additional 10-year renewal periods. Use the embedded viewer below to read the full FDD. For a ranked target list of franchise systems that match your software category, FranCloud can help you prioritize outreach based on unit counts, tech mandates, and decision-maker access.