About Corporate Connections Franchise
Corporate Connections is a business networking franchise under parent company Corporate Connections Global, LLC, offering opportunities since 2018.
Each location facilitates structured, invitation only networking groups for business owners and executives, creating a platform for members to build meaningful professional relationships, generate referrals, and grow their companies.
The franchise fee ranges from $30,000 to $79,000 depending on the number of businesses located in the assigned region.
Corporate Connections Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$39K
Average Investment
$96K
Maximum Investment
$152K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 20% of the previous month’s Gross Revenues of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 2% of the previous month’s Gross Revenues | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $39,295 – $151,905 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $39K–$152K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (20% of the previous month’s Gross Revenues) and marketing fee (2% of the previous month’s Gross Revenues) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000 | $79,000 |
| Training Fees for Additional Training/Personnel | $0 | $5,000 |
| Supplies, Equipment and Software | $1,000 | $8,000 |
| Computer | $500 | $5,000 |
| Advertising Expenses | $500 | $5,000 |
| Business Registration/License | $500 | $3,000 |
| Insurance | $500 | $8,000 |
| Video Conferencing License | $80 | $400 |
| Salesforce License Fee/CC360 | $1,215 | $8,505 |
| Additional Funds - 3 Months | $5,000 | $30,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 10% of the sales price including any fees and interest on payments over time (inclusive of any non-cash consideration using market valuation) or your Renewal Fee, whichever is more |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee |
| Technology Fee | 2% of the previous month’s Gross Revenues |
| Audit Fee | Any unpaid fees that are understated or any other relevant inaccuracy and the cost of audit if Gross Revenues are inaccurate or understated by more than 2% |
| Local Marketing Expenditure | Up to 5% of the previous month’s Gross Revenues |
| New Member Kit Materials Fee | Then-current fee, currently $175 per kit |
| Indemnification | Will vary on the circumstances |
| Business Entity Assignment Fee | $500 |
| Liquidated Damages | Up to $2,000 per month until the default is cured and $2,000 per day if we (or our designee) provide any on-site support |
| Insufficient Funds | $100 |
| Late Fee | 5% of the outstanding amount, or the maximum allowed by law, whichever is more |
| Interest for all Late Payments | 5% per month or the maximum allowed by law, whichever is more, on any balance unpaid by more than 30 days |
| Video Conferencing License | $80 per license Annually |
| CC360 (Per Member) | $84 per license Annually |
| CC360 (Per Director) | $1,215 per license Annually |
| Franchise Leadership Summit | $500 to $1500 Once in two years |
| Franchise Leadership Summit Non Attendance Fee | $1000 to $3000 On-demand |
| Annual Global Convention | $2000 to $4000 Annually |
| Annual Global Convention Non-Attendance Fee | $4000 to $8000 On demand |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Multi-day training, totaling 24 classroom hours. |
| Classroom Training | 24 hours (12 for Executive Director Onboarding, 6 for Chapter Support Director Training, 6 for Chapter Launch Director Training) |
| On-the-Job Training | 0 hours |
| Training Location | Virtually or at locations selected by the franchisor across the globe, including Montreal, Canada. |
| Additional Training | Franchisees and their personnel may be required to attend refresher courses, seminars, and other training programs periodically, up to ten days each year, but no more than two trainings annually. This includes mandatory attendance at the Franchise Leadership Summit (once every two years) and the Annual Global Convention for Directors (annually). |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Description | Franchisees receive rights to operate a Corporate Connections franchise within a specific physical, geographic "Region" identified in their Franchise Agreement. Operation outside this Region requires prior written approval. The franchisor reserves the right to use other channels of distribution within the franchisee's Region, such as the Internet, metaverse, and direct marketing sales, without compensation to the franchisee. Franchisees cannot solicit customers or advertise outside their Region. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 5 years |
| Renewal Term | 1 successive 5-year term |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee |
| Renewal Conditions | To renew, franchisees must notify the franchisor in writing 6-12 months prior to expiration, be in compliance with the agreement, sign the then-current franchise agreement (which may have materially different terms), pay the renewal fee, successfully complete required training, sign a general release, bring the franchise into compliance with current standards (including re-imaging), satisfy all monetary obligations, and participate in a Regional Business Plan Meeting. |
| Transfer Fee | 10% of the sales price (including non-cash consideration) or the Renewal Fee, whichever is greater |
| Transfer Conditions | Transfers require the franchisor's prior written consent and strict compliance with requirements, including the franchisee not being in default, providing 90 days' notice, paying all debts, transferring internet domain names, the proposed assignee meeting franchisor's financial and business standards, completing a franchise application and background check, executing a general release, completing required training, and signing the then-current franchise agreement. |
| Termination for Cause | The franchisor may terminate the agreement immediately without opportunity to cure for reasons such as franchisee bankruptcy/insolvency, material misrepresentation, abandonment of the franchise, conviction of a felony or crime of moral turpitude, intentional disclosure of confidential information, unauthorized transfer, maintaining false records, misuse of marks, or actions endangering members' health and safety. For other curable defaults, the franchisee typically has 20 days to remedy the default after written notice. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term, the franchisee and its owners/guarantors cannot engage in any competing business anywhere in the U.S. After termination or expiration, for two years, they cannot engage in a competing business within 75 miles of the Region's outer boundary, 75 miles of their residence, or 75 miles of any other Corporate Connections or BNI franchisee's Region or company-owned Corporate Connections business. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | If the franchisee is not a BNI® franchisee, the franchisee (or one of its owners, if a legal entity) must serve as the Key Person, dedicating full-time attention and effort to the franchise's support and operation. The Key Person must successfully complete the Initial Training Program and reside within the Region. If the franchisee is a BNI® franchisee, they must employ a full-time Key Person. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must purchase initial supplies (Membership Applications and New Member Kit) from the franchisor or an authorized supplier. They must license and use the Operating Management System and a customer relationship management (CRM) system, currently Salesforce, approved by the franchisor. Additional supplies must be purchased from the franchisor as needed. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees may only use promotional and marketing materials or items authorized in writing by the franchisor and must obtain prior written approval for any local printing, advertising, or promotional programs not provided by the franchisor. If items from alternative suppliers do not meet branding standards, their use must cease immediately. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | The franchisor and its affiliates did not derive any revenue from the sale of required supplies and materials to franchisees, based on the most recent audited financial statements dated December 31, 2022. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | The franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing, nor does it guarantee any franchisee's notes, leases, or obligations. |
Corporate Connections Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Corporate Connections does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
Corporate Connections does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
Corporate Connections Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordCorporate Connections 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.
Corporate Connections System Growth
Total Units
2
Franchised
2
Company-Owned
0
Corporate Connections currently operates 2 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 8 states: CA, HI, IL, MD, MN, NY, NC, ND
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$5K
Net Income
$-6,135
Total Assets
$18K
Audited by Plante & Moran, PLLC for year ending December 31.
Corporate Connections Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Corporate Connections franchise ranges from $39,295 to $151,905, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $30,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Corporate Connections charges a royalty fee of 20% of the previous month’s Gross Revenues of gross sales, plus a 2% of the previous month’s Gross Revenues contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Corporate Connections 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 Corporate Connections to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Corporate Connections does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Corporate Connections has been franchising since 2018. The FDD shows an investment range of $39,295-$151,905, a 20% of the previous month’s Gross Revenues royalty, and no 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 $30,000 and the total investment ranges from $39,295 to $151,905 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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