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Rank no. 370 – Elevation Burger – US
Products & Services: Organic burgers, fries & milkshakes
Number of Locations: 37
Total Investment: $383.5K – 771.5K
Founded: 2005
Began Franchising: 2008
About Elevation Burger
After three years of research and product development, Hans and April Hess opened the first Elevation Burger in 2005. The menu features hamburgers made with organic beef, french fries cooked in olive oil, shakes and malts. Restaurants use energy efficient equipment and recycled and recyclable materials and are typically LEED certified.
Franchise Units
| YEAR | U.S. | CANADIAN | INTERNATIONAL | COMPANY OWNED |
| 2013 | 25 | 0 | 8 | 4 |
| 2012 | 23 | 0 | 4 | 3 |
| 2011 | 14 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 2010 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2009 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Where Seeking Franchisees: Franchisor is seeking new franchise units worldwide.
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $383,500 – $771,500
Franchise Fee: $35,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 6%
Term of Franchise Agreement: Term of agreement not renewable
Franchise Fee: $35,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 6%
Term of Franchise Agreement: Term of agreement not renewable
FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTS
Net Worth: $2,000,000
Liquid Cash Available: $600,000
Franchise Ranking History
Franchise 500®: #370 (2013), #442 (2012),
Top New: #28 (2013), #50 (2012),
America’s Top Global: #198 (2013),
