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Stella's Ice Cream

Brand Summary

Stella’s Ice Cream began with a simple dream—Chad and Brittney Hartley wanted to create a place where friends and families could gather to enjoy premium homemade ice cream and baked goods, experience local entertainment, and celebrate the talents of local dessert makers. What started as a single shop inspired by their loyal bulldog Stella has grown into a beloved brand with four corporate locations and many franchise locations coming soon!

At Stella’s, we believe ice cream should do more than taste good—it should spread joy. We serve happiness with every scoop, embracing creativity, celebrating inclusivity, and constantly pushing the boundaries of what dessert can be. From our scoop shops to event carts, custom cakes to ice cream pies, mobile trucks to restaurant collaborations, Stella’s offers a range of exciting and profitable revenue streams.

Now, you can join this growing movement. As a Stella’s Ice Cream franchisee, you’ll receive everything you need to build a thriving business and become a valued part of your community. From proven training systems and marketing materials to expert guidance and day-to-day support, we’ve taken the guesswork out of getting started. Our franchise model is designed to help you launch quickly, grow sustainably, and avoid the costly mistakes of going it alone.

Owning a Stella’s isn’t just about serving ice cream—it’s about making people’s day, building connections, and being proud of the impact you make. Let’s build something sweet together.

Brand Superpowers

Strong Profitability Potential - Proven Financial Model

The Vibe - Modern Appearance for Social Media

Market Applicability - Adaptable Concept for Any Environment

Bold Quality - Hand Made with High Quality Ingredients

Mobile Truck Option Added to Retail Locations

*THE NUMBERS

$442,250 - $732,275 Investment Range

$566,577.45 Average Total Net Income

$96,195 (16.56%) Average Net Operating Income After Franchise Related Fees

6% Royalty

1% Brand Fund

$400,000 Financial Requirements

Founder	Chad Hartley
Home Office Location	Nampa, ID
Company Founded	2018
Began Franchising	2022
Industry	Frozen Dessert
Industry Size	$100 Billion Worldwide
Veteran Discount	5% off initial territory franchise fee
Group Health Insurance	No

Founder	Chad Hartley
Home Office Location	Nampa, ID
Company Founded	2018
Began Franchising	2022
Industry	Frozen Dessert
Industry Size	$100 Billion Worldwide
Veteran Discount	5% off initial territory franchise fee
Group Health Insurance	No

Company Units Open	4
Franchise Units Awarded All Time	16
Franchise Units Awarded Last 12 Months	13
Franchise Units Open	8
Number of franchisees	7

Relationship Builder
Passion to Help People
Values Outstanding Customer Service
Community Centric
Leadership Skills
Outgoing

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

DO THEY OFFER FINANCING TO HELP BUY THE FRANCHISE?

3rd Party Recommendations

WHAT KIND OF TECHNOLOGY DO THEY HAVE IN PLACE?

Job Management, Scheduling and Inventory Management

DO THEY OFFER FLEXIBLE OWNERSHIP?

Yes

DO THEY OFFER A DISCOUNT TO VETERANS?

5% off initial territory franchise fee

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