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What if Oakscale chooses not to invest?

Like any other investor, Oakscale only commits to and completes investment in only a portion of the opportunities it sees and evaluates. Anything from investment bandwidth to stage and fit, may lead us to decide not to invest. We are happy to help every company we meet, regardless if we invest or not, be it with our other company services, introductions, or just candid feedback.

How does Oakscale help it's portfolio companies?

Talent Recruitment: Our various companies have worked with hundreds of franchisors over the years. We have substantial connections in the franchise industry that allows us to assist our portfolio companies in recruiting experienced team members, and access a divers pool of talent that they may not have had access to.

Board Recruitment: We find that highly experienced board members can help provide tremendous insight and guidance to new franchise executives. We have helped place Inc 500 executives on the boards of our portfolio companies and will always recommend board members where possible for our portfolio companies.

Follow on Investment: We seek to invest in subsequent rounds for our portfolio companies as well as connect other strategic investors for future rounds.

Exit Consulting: For founders seeking to set up their business for an exit, we are able to provide guidance on considerations to maximize outcome.

How much does Oakscale invest?

Oakscale is not a typical VC fund. Most of Oakcale's investments will happen through an SPV created to aggregate investors. Regardless of size, all investments coming from Oakscale and its investors are pooled into a single purpose LLC (SPV) that appears on your cap table as a single entity bearing our parent company name (Metric Collective LLC)

What stage does Oakscale invest in?

Oakscale prefers to lead either the venture or Seed round for Franchisors. In addition, we seek to continue to invest in each round after until an exit.

What do we look for in a company in order to invest?

Our partners and directors evaluate prospective investment in five separate areas:

Team's unique expertise or track record
Unit Economics
Replicability
Current Traction
Customer Feedback / Reviews

Is franchising right for my business?

Franchising can be a powerful growth strategy for many businesses, but it's essential to evaluate your business model, goals, and readiness for franchising. Our team will conduct a thorough assessment and provide honest feedback to help you determine if franchising is the right path for your business.

How do I get started with converting my business into a franchise?

Simply contact us to schedule a consultation! Our team will assess your business and discuss your franchising goals, providing tailored recommendations and a roadmap for converting your business into a successful franchise model.

What are the benefits of working with Oakscale?

By partnering with us, you gain access to our extensive experience and expertise in franchising. We provide personalized guidance, strategic planning, and ongoing support to ensure a smooth and successful transition to franchising for your business.

How much does it cost to convert my business into a franchise?

The cost of converting your business into a franchise depends on various factors, including the size and complexity of your business, the scope of services required, and any legal or regulatory fees. We provide transparent pricing and work within your budget to ensure a successful franchising transition.

What support do you provide during the franchising process?

We offer comprehensive support at every stage of the franchising process, including business planning, legal assistance, franchise operations development, marketing strategies, franchise sales and recruitment, and ongoing support for franchisees.

How long does it take to convert my business into a franchise?

The timeline for converting your business into a franchise can vary depending on factors such as the complexity of your business model, the level of preparation, and regulatory requirements. However, we strive to streamline the process and guide you through each step efficiently.

What types of businesses are suitable for franchising?

Many different types of businesses can be successfully franchised, including retail stores, restaurants, service-based businesses, and more. The key is having a proven business model, strong brand identity, and scalability.

How does the franchising process work?

Our team will work closely with you to develop a customized franchising strategy tailored to your business goals. This includes creating a franchise business plan, developing operational systems and manuals, establishing franchisee training programs, and providing ongoing support throughout the franchising journey.

Why should I consider converting my business into a franchise?

Converting your business into a franchise offers numerous benefits, including rapid expansion, increased brand recognition, diversified revenue streams, and the ability to leverage the efforts and investment of franchisees.

How can Oakscale help me convert my existing business into a franchise?

Franchising your business is an effective way to scale into multiple markets with qualified independent owners. Our firm works with business owners who want to grow through franchising to take them through the steps necessary to launch their franchise program.

From high-growth emerging brands to large chain businesses we assist clients through all stages to ensure a well thought-out and implemented franchise program.

As a full-service franchise consulting company, Oakscale provides a range of consulting services for brands seeking to launch a franchise program or update their existing program:

Franchise Feasibility Study
Competitor Analysis
Franchisor Business Plan
Franchisor Document Creation

Our clients benefit from a valuable combination of international insight and local knowledge that allows us to consult on all aspects of the creation of a franchise program. Understanding the industry and day-to-day issues faced by franchisors is critical to our success.

That is why alongside their franchise experience, our team has industry-specific experience whether its is F&B, Education, Non-Food Retail, Home Service, or other sectors.

How does Oakscale help with outsourcing franchise sales?

Oakscale is a fully outsourced development company, we are very selective who we work with and want to make sure we can add great value as a partner. As a fully outsourced partner, that means we take on the entire development process from lead generation to close.

Lead Generation
Candidate Qualification
Hosting Discovery Days
Negotiate Territories and Agreements
Award fantastic franchise opportunities

Can I use Oakscale to outsource my franchise sales?

Oakscale is a sister company of Franchise Help (the largest lead portal in the industry) and FranFunnel (the #1 ranked technology company in franchising by Entrepreneur). We live and breathe franchising and have the team and assets to drive incredible growth for your brand. Whether you are looking to expand with owner-operators or sophisticated experienced multi-unit franchisees. We can put together and execute on a franchise development plan that drives responsible and valuable growth for your franchise company.

I am already a franchise owner, how can I partner with Oakscale?

At Oakscale, we have access to data on hundreds of franchisors and fast-growing emerging brands. This allows us to cut through market data and find brands that meet your preferences quickly and efficiently.

Beyond finding brands that make sense, we leverage our years of development experience to guide you through the development process from an "insiders" perspective.

What ongoing support can I expect as a franchisee?

Franchisees can expect ongoing support from the franchisor in areas such as operational guidance, marketing assistance, training programs, product development, technology support, and ongoing business coaching.

How long does it take to open a franchise business?

The timeline for opening a franchise business varies depending on factors such as site selection, lease negotiations, training requirements, and build-out timelines. On average, the process can take several months to a year from signing the franchise agreement to opening for business.

What are the costs involved in franchising?

The costs of franchising vary depending on factors such as the franchise brand, industry, location, and business model. Common costs include initial franchise fees, ongoing royalty payments, marketing fees, equipment and inventory expenses, and working capital requirements.

How do I join a franchise?

As an industry leading franchise consulting company we have helped franchise candidates purchase hundreds of franchises. This experience tied with our experience as franchisees (yes we own some) and investors allows us to give you the inside scoop and full picture on the franchise buying process and industry.

Franchise Exploration Process
Small Business Financing
Franchise Fit Test
Transparent Data Access

Why should I consider joining a franchise?

With over 750,000 franchised businesses across the US, franchising is a proven a robust model of business ownership. Franchising is a major part of the US economy and serves as a great opportunity for many entrepreneurs to start their own business and for great brands to expand with outstanding business partners. That being said, there are thousands of franchise opportunities available for you to invest in that are all remarkably different from category, investment, and business model. At Oakscale we have a team of experts that are ready to help guide you through this process at no cost to you.

What is franchising?

Franchising is a business arrangement where a company (the franchisor) grants individuals or groups (franchisees) the right to operate a business using the franchisor's brand name, business model, and support systems. As a franchisee, you invest in and operate a business under the guidance and support of the franchisor, benefiting from their established brand recognition and proven business methods. It's like running your own business, but with the added advantage of a proven blueprint for success provided by the franchisor. At Oakscale, we can help walk you through the A to Z’s of franchising.

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