About Coaching Matters Franchise
Coaching Matters is a professional development franchise offering business coaching and consulting services, with opportunities available since 2020.
Each location provides structured coaching programs to business owners, executives, and teams, helping them improve leadership, strategy, operations, and profitability through proven methodologies and accountability frameworks.
The franchise fee is $59,500.
Coaching Matters Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$78K
Average Investment
$81K
Maximum Investment
$84K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $59,500 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | Tiered, starting at $1,500 per month, then increasing based on territories and time in operation of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Tiered, starting at $500 per month for the first 12 months, then increasing based on the number of territories and time in operation (e.g., 1 territory: $630-$1,667/month; 10 territories: $2,296-$16,666/month). | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $77,850 – $84,100 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $78K–$84K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (Tiered, starting at $1,500 per month, then increasing based on territories and time in operation) and marketing fee (Tiered, starting at $500 per month for the first 12 months, then increasing based on the number of territories and time in operation (e.g., 1 territory: $630-$1,667/month; 10 territories: $2,296-$16,666/month).) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $59,500 | $59,500 |
| Training Fee | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment | $250 | $750 |
| Insurance | $500 | $800 |
| Clinic Sponsorships | $1,000 | $4,000 |
| Signage | $300 | $800 |
| Inventory | $500 | $1,000 |
| Proprietary Software Fee | $3,250 | $3,250 |
| Travel, lodging and meals for initial training | $1,000 | $2,500 |
| Additional funds— 3 Months | $1,500 | $2,500 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 plus any broker fees and other out-of-pocket costs we incur |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Technology Fee | $125 per month per user (monthly software subscription) and $3,250 annually (annual software subscription) |
| Audit Fee | Our actual cost (if franchisee fails to submit reports, is non-compliant, or under-reports gross sales by >3%) |
| Market Cooperative Contribution | As determined by co-op but not less than 1% of Gross Sales. Currently, none. |
| Local Marketing | Tiered, starting at $250 per month for the first 12 months, then increasing based on the number of territories and time in operation (e.g., 1 territory: $278-$500/month; 10 territories: $778-$5,000/month). |
| Replacement / Additional Training fee | $500 per trainee, in addition to our trainers’ travel and other costs and expenses |
| Third party vendors | Pass-through of costs, plus reasonable administrative charge. Currently, none. |
| Non-compliance fee | $500 plus $250 per week while non-compliant after thirty days’ notice of non-compliance |
| Reimbursement | Amount that we spend on your behalf, plus 10% |
| Late fee | $100 plus interest on the unpaid amount at a rate equal to 18% per year |
| Insufficient funds fee | $30 |
| Costs of collection | Our actual costs |
| Breach of territory fee | The greater of (i) $500 or (ii) 75% of the amount paid by the customer outside of your territory. |
| Special support fee | Currently, $600 per day, plus our expenses. |
| Customer complaint resolution | Our expenses |
| Special evaluation fee | Currently $600, plus our out-of-pocket costs |
| Non-compliance cure costs and fee | Our out-of-pocket costs and internal cost allocation, plus 10% |
| Liquidated damages | An amount equal to royalty fees and Brand Fund contributions for the lesser of (i) 2 years or (ii) the remaining weeks of the franchise term. |
| Indemnity | Our costs and losses from any legal action related to the operation of your franchise |
| Prevailing party’s legal costs | Our attorney fees, court costs, and other expenses of a legal proceeding, if we are the prevailing party |
| Supplier Review Fee | No fee for reviewing first three alternate suppliers you request; $125 per additional alternate supplier |
| Annual Payment for Home Office & Training Facility | $500 |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Approximately 60 days |
| Classroom Training | 74 |
| On-the-Job Training | 0 |
| Training Location | Our Location or another Fundraising University Location we designate; or virtually |
| Additional Training | Mandatory or optional additional training programs, including ongoing first-year operations training, an annual conference or national business meeting. Annual conference fee is $750 for Principal Executive, $250 per additional personnel. Franchisees must attend at least one annual conference (January or July). |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | No more than 50,000 students of high school age (15-18 years old) |
| Description | A contiguous territory defined by zip codes, county lines, state lines or other borders, using United States Census Bureau data to determine population. Franchisees manage their business from their home, located in their territory. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | Unlimited additional 5-year terms |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | Franchisee must give 90-180 days advance notice, be in compliance with all contractual obligations (no more than 3 defaults during current term), renovate to then-current standards, sign then-current form of franchise agreement and related documents (including personal guaranty), and sign a general release (unless prohibited by law). |
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 plus any broker fees and other out-of-pocket costs we incur |
| Transfer Conditions | No transfers without franchisor approval. Conditions include: payment of transfer fee, buyer meets franchisor standards and is not a competitor, buyer and owners sign then-current franchise agreement and related documents (including personal guaranty), franchisee has paid all amounts due and is in compliance, buyer completes training, franchisee/owners/transferee/owners execute a general release, and business complies with then-current system specifications (including remodel, if applicable). |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor may terminate for cause with 10-day cure period for non-payment, 30-day cure period for other breaches, or without cure period for specific non-curable defaults (e.g., misrepresentation, false information, bankruptcy, loss of location, violation of confidentiality/non-compete/transfer restrictions, slander, refusal to cooperate with inspection, abandonment for >15 days, three defaults in 12 months, cross-termination, felony charge/conviction, or any breach that cannot be cured). |
| Non-Compete Period | During the term of the agreement and for two years after termination or expiration. |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term, neither franchisee, any owner, nor any spouse of an owner may have ownership interest in, or be engaged or employed by, any competitor. For two years after termination/expiration, no restricted party shall have ownership interest in, or be engaged or employed by, any competitor operating in any of the former territory or the territory of any other Fundraising University business operating on the date of termination/transfer. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The Principal Executive of the franchise business is primarily responsible for day-to-day operations and decision-making. While direct running is recommended, a general manager approved by the franchisor may be hired. Both the Principal Executive and general manager must complete initial training. All owners of an entity franchisee must sign a Guaranty and Non-Compete Agreement. Sales representatives may also be hired and must complete training. |
| Required Suppliers | WardKraft (discount cards), Rapit Printing (discount tickets), RahRah Solutions (RahRah), Fundraising Manager or Neighbors, LLC (Cookie Dough), We Are Nuts (Popcorn and pretzels), Dollars 4 U (Trash bags), KRFM Consulting, LLC (Donation platform sales). |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees must purchase or lease all goods, services, supplies, fixtures, equipment, inventory, computer hardware and software, real estate, or comparable items related to establishing or operating the business either from the franchisor/designee, approved suppliers, or according to franchisor specifications. Sales collateral may be purchased locally, subject to franchisor standards. Payments must be processed through the franchisor's proprietary software. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | The franchisor is an approved supplier (not exclusive) of cards and tickets. They receive payments from designated suppliers for Popcorn Products, Cookie Dough Products, and Discount Cards and Tickets. In fiscal year ended December 31, 2020, they did not receive any revenue from required purchases or leases. In fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, they did not receive any payments from designated suppliers from franchisee purchases based on the above items and products. |
Coaching Matters Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$747K
Median Revenue
$824K
Revenue Range
$72K – $1.7M
Sample Size
16 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Coaching Matters Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordCoaching Matters has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Coaching Matters System Growth
Total Units
40
Franchised
28
Company-Owned
12
Coaching Matters currently operates 28 franchised locations and 12 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 2021 | 19 | 3 | 27 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 9
State Registrations
Registered in 16 states: CA, CT, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$1.1M
Net Income
$434K
Total Assets
$1.2M
Coaching Matters Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Coaching Matters franchise ranges from $77,850 to $84,100, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $59,500. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Coaching Matters charges a royalty fee of Tiered, starting at $1,500 per month, then increasing based on territories and time in operation of gross sales, plus a Tiered, starting at $500 per month for the first 12 months, then increasing based on the number of territories and time in operation (e.g., 1 territory: $630-$1,667/month; 10 territories: $2,296-$16,666/month). contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Coaching Matters Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Coaching Matters to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Coaching Matters franchise owners report average revenue of $747K and median revenue of $824K. This is based on a sample of 16 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Coaching Matters has been franchising since 2020. The FDD shows an investment range of $77,850-$84,100, a Tiered, starting at $1,500 per month, then increasing based on territories and time in operation royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $59,500 and the total investment ranges from $77,850 to $84,100 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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