About LMI New York Franchise
LMI (Leadership Management International) is a professional development franchise that has been franchising in New York since 1993.
The brand offers leadership training, executive coaching, and organizational development programs designed to help businesses and individuals improve performance, achieve goals, and develop effective leadership skills.
The franchise fee is $15,000.
LMI New York Franchise Cost & Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $15,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of Gross Sales (capped at $10,000 per year) of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | None | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $20,000 – $27,500 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $20K–$28K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of Gross Sales (capped at $10,000 per year)) and marketing fee (None) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| INITIAL FRANCHISEE FEE (1) | $15,000 | $15,000 |
| MARKETING and BUSINESS SYSTEM MANUALS, ETC. | $0 | $0 |
| TRAVEL EXPENSES (2) | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| REAL ESTATE AND IMPROVEMENTS (3) | $0 | $0 |
| MISCELLANEOUS OPENING COSTS (4) | $1,000 | $1,500 |
| ADDITIONAL FUNDS (5) | $3,000 | $9,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 |
| Renewal Fee | $1,500 |
| Registration Fees | $50 to $500 per person |
| Travel Expense Relating to Training | $500 to $1,500 estimate |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Initial training within 30 days of agreement execution, followed by a minimum of 180 days of individual weekly calls and monthly group teleconferences. Classroom training totals 7 hours, with ongoing on-the-job training varying by program. |
| Classroom Training | 7 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | Varies by program (e.g., 8 weeks for Productivity, one per month for 6 months minimum for others) |
| Training Location | LMI Home Office in Waco, TX, teleconferences, and web seminars |
| Additional Training | Additional training programs and/or refresher courses are not required. Special seminars are held periodically to emphasize marketing and management methods, which franchisees are encouraged but not required to attend, and for which there is no fee. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Description | The franchise may be operated from any location and is not site-specific, within the contiguous United States. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 5 years |
| Renewal Term | Consecutive five (5) year terms |
| Renewal Fee | $1,500 |
| Renewal Conditions | Franchisee must notify intent to renew, pay the renewal fee, and not be in violation or default of the Franchise Agreement terms. Renewal may require signing a new agreement with materially different terms and conditions. |
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | Transferee must be of good moral character, have a satisfactory credit rating, possess competent business qualifications, and execute a current standard Franchise Agreement. All outstanding financial obligations to LMI must be paid prior to transfer. |
| Termination for Cause | LMI can terminate if the franchisee defaults on agreement terms (e.g., failure to cure violations within 30-60 days, non-payment of accounts, failure to meet minimum purchase requirements, bankruptcy, conviction of certain laws). |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | During the franchise term, the franchisee cannot engage in a competing business anywhere in the United States. After termination or expiration, the franchisee cannot compete for 2 years or within 100 miles of LMI or another franchisee, nor assist others in doing so. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The Franchisee must designate and retain an 'Operating Principal' who may be the Franchisee. The Operating Principal (or their designee) must devote substantial full-time and best efforts to the supervision and performance of the Franchise, meet LMI's standards, and satisfy training requirements. |
| Required Suppliers | LMI |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisee must purchase LMI products only from LMI or its predecessors/successors/wholly-owned entities, unless LMI gives express written consent. Franchisee cannot sell other products/services without LMI's written consent. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Approximately 90% of total revenues from sale of products; 10-11% from franchise revenue. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | Yes |
| Description | LMI offers direct financing for up to $10,000 of the initial franchise fee at 0% interest, with monthly payments over 36 months ($278/month). A promissory note and security agreement assigning the Franchise Agreement as collateral are required. Prepayment is without penalty. Default may result in immediate payment of the full outstanding balance and attorney's fees. |
LMI New York Franchise Earnings — Item 19
LMI New York 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.
LMI New York Litigation & Risk Flags
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
LMI New York System Growth
LMI New York currently operates 111 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 | 5 | 1 | 122 |
| 2021 | 9 | 17 | 114 |
| 2022 | 7 | 10 | 111 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 10
Public Figures (Item 18)
The following public figures are associated with this franchise: Authors of LMI products
State Registrations
Registered in 11 states: CA, IL, IN, MI, MN, NY, ND, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Audited by Pattillo, Brown & Hill, L.L.P. for year ending December 31.
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