Project LeanNation
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Project LeanNation

Project LeanNation (PLN) is revolutionizing the prepared meal space by offering much more than just meals. Through centralized manufacturing and distribution, PLN ensures franchisees have no food prep or specialized labor requirements, making it a streamlined and low-maintenance business. The brand stands out by providing nutritional coaching support, personalized guidance, and community impact beyond the four walls of the business. PLN's S.T.E.P. Approach includes: Support: Ongoing coaching and partnerships with local organizations to build healthier communities. Technology: Cutting-edge tools that track progress and personalize meal plans. Education: Empowering members with knowledge to make lasting lifestyle changes. Prepared Meals: Convenient, dietitian-approved meals that make healthy eating easy. This model delivers high average unit volumes (AUVs) with a reasonable investment, offering a sustainable, community-driven wellness solution.
$260,150 - $396,650

Investment range

$ 643,443

*2024 Average gross sales:

$ 414,148 or 22.9 %

Other revenue

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Community Centric -- for the people, not just food
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Technology driven
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Central manufacturing of meals, shipped directly to the stor
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Experienced leadership team
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High-demand industry
Project LeanNation
7

Royalty

2 % of Gross Sales

Brand fund

$ 500,000

Financial requirements

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Business basics & stats

Key Stats

Project LeanNation

Founder

Tim Dougherty

Home Office Location

Rochester, NY

Company Founded

2015

Began Franchising

2022

Industry

Weight Loss-Management/Healthy Prepared Meals/Health & Wellness/Retail

Industry Size

$225B

Veteran Discount

N/A

Group Health Insurance

No

Company Units Open

1

Franchise Units Awarded All Time

98

Franchise Units Awarded Last 12 Months

51

Franchise Units Open

38

Number of franchisees

58

Ideal candidate profile

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Desire to scale / multi-unit ownership
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Relationship Builder
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Passion to Help People
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No Industry Experience Required
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Values Outstanding Customer Service
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Community Centric
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