
Alsies
Alsies is a mobile, technology-enabled franchise which has reimagined the ice cream truck industry, offering customers that same nostalgic experience, with an unparalleled user experience by offering a mobile app for: - real-time tracking and route information - on-demand visits - notifications when a truck is nearby Alsies’ mission is to bring a smile to people’s faces and make each day a little brighter, sweeter and happier – one special treat at a time. Alsies is a premium experience with delicious products - gourmet ice cream sandwiches, nostalgic classics and characters, as well as a customizable offering of popsicles tailored to each local market. Alsies offers a turn-key solution for franchises to build a successful business with an inviting and recognizable ice cream truck, a proprietary technology system to manage all aspects of the business (routes, events, bookings, marketing, staff), a mobile app for customers, a LED screen menu board and access to robust marketing and operations support. In addition, Alsies has developed a proprietary marketing tool to allow customers to sign up for alerts and send automated text messages when an Alsies truck will be in their neighborhood. Alsies’ business model was created to maximize the returns on investment with an industry low initial investment, little to zero additional labor overhead, almost no fixed costs, and a scalable, high margin business. It also offers the unique opportunity for franchisees to blend a flexible work schedule, all while being a cherished part of the community and spreading happiness everywhere they go.
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Food & Beverage
Brand highlights
- CEOTravis Kososki
- Headquarters11312 US 15-501 N., STE 107 #212, Chapel Hill, NC, 27517
- Year founded2020
- Year started franchising2024
- IndustryFood & Beverage
- Locations open5 (+4 last three years)
Statistics & metrics
- Investment range$128,550 - $189,600
- Franchise fee$49,500
- Royalty6% of weekly Gross Revenue, with a minimum of $3,000 per calendar year, prorated for the first year of operation
- Brand fund1%
- Required Liquid Capital$75,000
- Required Net Worth$250,000
- Gross Sales (with credit card tips)$329,489
- Unit Level EBITDA (excl. labor) $184,265
Brand superpowers
Entirely mobile, reimagined ice cream truck experience
Proprietary tech platform to improve sales and experience
Cherished part of the community
Recurring event business in addition to routes
Minimal additional labor (potentially none)
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Ideal candidate profile
Desire to scale / multi-unit ownership
Owner Operator Preferred
No Industry Experience Required
Values Outstanding Customer Service
Community Centric
Sales or Management Experience
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FDD Version Referenced - Issuance Date: 2025-05-02
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| The Franchisor & Executives | Learn about Alsies, its parent company, and the executive leadership team responsible for operating and supporting the franchise system. | |
| Initial Franchise Fee | Learn about the initial franchise fee required to join the Alsies franchise system and what that fee covers. | |
| Other Fees | Understand the ongoing and additional fees associated with owning a Alsies franchise, including royalties, marketing contributions, and other required payments. | |
| Estimated Initial Investment | Review the estimated total initial investment required to open a Alsies franchise, including startup costs and working capital estimates. | |
| Territory | Understand how franchise territories are defined, whether they are exclusive, and under what circumstances they may be modified by Alsies. | |
| Financial Performance Representations | Review any financial performance information Alsies provides, including revenue or earnings data, if disclosed. |
Location data
| Total locations | 5 |
| Franchise locations | 0 |
| Corporate locations | 5 |
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