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Waters Edge Wineries

Micro-wineries

Investment

$519,092

Initial Franchise Fee

$50,000

Units

12

Growth Rate

+9.1%

Overview About Investment Territories Support Operations Ranking History

Overview

Industry Food
Founded 2004
Franchising Since 2012
Parent Company
Leadership Ken Lineberger, President
# of Employees at HQ 7

Units and Growth Chart

About Waters Edge Wineries

Waters Edge Wineries uses its creative ability to make dozens of different kinds of wine by combining traditional winemaking techniques with the modern wine bar ideas. This may create a varied selection of wines, offering customers an opportunity to taste a historically unique lifestyle. 

Waters Edge Wineries was founded in 2004 by Ken Lineberger. After gaining experience and understanding the market demands, Waters Edge Wineries started franchising in 2012. Since then, Waters Edge Wineries has opened multiple franchise units across select states in the United States.

Why You May Want to Start a Waters Edge Wineries Franchise

Waters Edge Wineries seeks to bring a fun winery experience to various communities nationwide while presenting a ground-breaking, versatile model that has led to the brand’s success. 

To open a Waters Edge Wineries franchise, potential franchisees should love wine. However, you do not need prior experience because the brand offers a comprehensive training program on the micro-winery tank system. Franchisees may also need to have excellent sales and marketing skills, good managerial skills, and goal-oriented ideas. 

Opening a Waters Edge Wineries franchise could offer a more predictable outcome than investing in a completely new brand that may struggle to thrive in an already crowded and competitive industry.

What Might Make a Waters Edge Wineries Franchise a Good Choice?

Waters Edge Wineries franchises are fully operational and provided with exclusive winery systems that may distinguish it from the rest in the market. Waters Edge Wineries believes that wine is meant to go with food that partners best with Boar's Head brands to provide a light menu consisting of tapas, flatbread pizzas, delicious desserts, and much more. 

To be part of the Waters Edge Wineries team, you should make sure you're financially ready for an initial investment made up of a franchise fee and other startup costs. In addition, you should prepare yourself for ongoing fees that will include advertising, royalty, and potential renewal fees. Franchisees will also need to meet the company's set net worth and liquid capital requirements. 

How To Open a Waters Edge Wineries Franchise

If awarded a franchise, franchisees may receive support from the Waters Edge Wineries brand throughout the franchising process. In addition to pre-opening training, franchisees could receive support through brand awareness, marketing, research, and construction. They also may receive hands-on training and continued support after their franchise location has opened.

Before making any financial commitment or signing an agreement with the Waters Edge Wineries team, you must perform your due diligence and establish if this is the right opportunity for you. You may want to speak to existing franchisees and ask the Waters Edge Wineries franchising team questions as part of your due diligence. 

Additionally, take time to explore the opportunity. Research the brand and your local area to see if this franchise would do well in your community. While competition is healthy, too much of it may not allow for the most possible growth.

It may be a good idea to speak with an attorney or financial advisor to ensure that you have the necessary financial resources to own and operate a Waters Edge Wineries franchise.

Investment Details

Initial Franchise Fee $50,000
Initial Investment $519,092 - $1,339,058
Net Worth Requirement $350,000
Cash Requirement $250,000
Royalty Fee 5%
Ad Royalty Fee 2%
Technology Fee to $924/mo.
Term of Agreement 10 years
Is Franchise Term Renewable? Yes
Financing Third Party
Veterans Incentive 10% off franchise fee

Available Territories

Franchising opportunities available in the following regions

Training & Support Programs

Comprehensive training and ongoing support to help you succeed

Training

On the Job Training 30 hours
Classroom Training 10 hours

Ongoing Support

Purchasing Co-ops
Newsletter
Meetings & Conventions
Grand Opening
Online Support
Security & Safety Procedures
Lease Negotiation
Field Operations
Site Selection
Proprietary Software
Franchisee Intranet Platform

Marketing Support

Ad Templates
Social Media
SEO
Website Development
Email Marketing
Loyalty Program/App

Operations & Requirements

Key operational details and requirements for running this franchise

Is absentee ownership allowed? Yes
Can this franchise be run from home/mobile unit? No
Can this franchise be run part time? No
# of employees required to run 3-5
Are exclusive territories available? Yes

Ranking History

Waters Edge Wineries performance in the Franchise rankings over recent years

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Updated: December 12th, 2022