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We start by partnering with local food operators as our food partners. This can be food trucks, neighboring restaurants or food operator who opens a food stall inside of Hoppin. We also work with local and regional breweries. One of our biggest achievements is Hoppin' Helps our way of giving back to local foundations. Our Founder's younger brother passed at the young age of 2.5 years from brain cancer and he always gives back to kids cancer foundations but it doesn't stop there. We give back to so many foundations throughout the year and host events with no rental fee. 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Initial Call with Zach 2. Zach will send FDD, Forecast Sheet and Brand Arch. Schedule next call to include Rich (Founder/CEO) 3. Second call to review any FDD questions and forecast sheet questions. 4. Schedule visit on second call and introduce them to existing Franchisees for validation 5. Visit/Discovery Day 6. Set Up a call or calls after discovery day to review Attorney feedback on FDD 7. Sign, service_5=Duckpin Bowling - location specific, brand_registration_notes=We are open to registering in any State for mulit-unit franchisees., service_1=Bar - Beer, wine, Cocktails, territory_protection=Yes, sks_item_7_range_low=764545, registration_indiana=Not Registered, leads_email=zach@hoppinbrands.com, billing_contact_first_name=Geri, initial_broker_commissions=Location 1 - $30,000 Locations 2+ 40% of total initial fees, item_7_3_unit_low=3399735, white_logo=https://commandcenter.franchisesidekick.com/brand_image/10515206237/white_logo, open_locations_disclosed_in_item_19=Yes, item_19_data__2=N/A, item_19_data__1=$1,059,075.21, item_7_low=1133245, referral=Christian Dadulak, main_logo=https://commandcenter.franchisesidekick.com/brand_image/10515206237/main_logo, services_image_top_small=https://commandcenter.franchisesidekick.com/brand_image/10515206237/services_image_small, year_started_franchising=2022, sks_locations_represented_in_item_19=2, sks_years_franchising=2022, units_awarded_last_12_months=8, contact_phone=5708073443, page_title=Hoppin', approximate_break_even_time_frame=N/A, main_background=https://commandcenter.franchisesidekick.com/brand_image/10515206237/main_background?variant=large, customer_acquisition=[Digital, Referral / Relationship, Sales, Reputation Management], fdd_upload=https://api-na1.hubspot.com/form-integrations/v1/uploaded-files/signed-url-redirect/146676144511?portalId=21052030&sign=WsRSBeGZS66Qmc08QPLf0i4kIQg%3D&conversionId=0f21d7e8-1fcf-4c8e-9f32-27f772337f69&filename=0f21d7e8-1fcf-4c8e-9f32-27f772337f69-2-7178165/fdd_upload-18547409v3-Hoppin-FDD-(FTC)-(2023)-compiled-5.26.2023-(eff-4.1.23)-(10.20.2023).pdf, hs_object_source_id=27395379-61e4-44f8-af07-0c84dc141a22, services_image_bottom_small=https://commandcenter.franchisesidekick.com/brand_image/10515206237/services_image_small_2, brand_fund=, sales_contact_first_name=Zach, update_state_registrations_link=https://www.franchisesidekick.com/update-state-registration?brand_name=Hoppin', functions_of_owner_operator=Owner/Operator first priority is leadership and creating a employee first culture. They would focus on day-to-day operations as the Manager. They would work in the taproom and also focus on Event Sales and Event Management. The other option is they are the full time Sales and Event Manager, and they hire a Taproom Manager or vice versa. , contact_first_name=Rich, ideal_candidate=Desire to scale / multi-unit ownership;Relationship Builder;Passion to Help People;Values Outstanding Customer Service;Operations Focused;Community Centric, unique_name=Hoppin', major_competitors=Tapville Social - they are not in a great position currently. Full-Service restaurant as well. 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It was founded with a dream to revolutionize the bar industry, eliminate long lines, slow service, and increase profitability. Hoppin' delivers unforgettable experiences that inspire and delight patrons from all walks of life, helping them connect and enjoy a rotating variety of drinks via self-pour tap, while soaking in the community-driven atmosphere. 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Brand Summary
Hoppin' is the hottest high-tech tap room from Charlotte, North Carolina taking the bar industry by storm. It was founded with a dream to revolutionize the bar industry, eliminate long lines, slow service, and increase profitability. Hoppin' delivers unforgettable experiences that inspire and delight patrons from all walks of life, helping them connect and enjoy a rotating variety of drinks via self-pour tap, while soaking in the community-driven atmosphere. With hospitality-focused managers, vibrant interiors, lively events, and exceptional local partnerships, this innovative concept is promoting and selling consistent good vibes that can't be found anywhere else.
Brand Superpowers
Marketing - HQ - we are a marketing company.
Good Vibes - Locations - we are an experience company
No Food - partner with local operators
*THE NUMBERS
Founder | Rich Moyer |
Home Office Location | Charlotte, NC |
Company Founded | 2017 |
Began Franchising | 2022 |
Industry | Bar |
Industry Size | $22 Billion |
Veteran Discount | 10% Initial franchise fees |
Group Health Insurance | No |
Company Units Open | 2 |
Franchise Units Awarded All Time | 10 |
Franchise Units Awarded Last 12 Months | 8 |
Franchise Units Open | 1 |
Number of franchisees | 6 |
Desire to scale / multi-unit ownership
Relationship Builder
Passion to Help People
Values Outstanding Customer Service
Operations Focused
Community Centric
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Founder Rich Moyer Home Office Location Charlotte, NC Company Founded 2017 Began Franchising 2022 Industry Bar Industry Size $22 Billion Veteran Discount 10% Initial franchise fees Group Health Insurance No -
Company Units Open 2 Franchise Units Awarded All Time 10 Franchise Units Awarded Last 12 Months 8 Franchise Units Open 1 Number of franchisees 6 -
Desire to scale / multi-unit ownership
Relationship Builder
Passion to Help People
Values Outstanding Customer Service
Operations Focused
Community Centric
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
DO THEY OFFER FINANCING TO HELP BUY THE FRANCHISE?
NoWHAT KIND OF TECHNOLOGY DO THEY HAVE IN PLACE?
Scheduling, CRM and Inventory ManagementDO THEY OFFER FLEXIBLE OWNERSHIP?
YesDO THEY OFFER A DISCOUNT TO VETERANS?
10% Initial franchise fees
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