What is the Abrakadoodle art franchise?
Abrakadoodle is the nation’s largest mobile art education program providing a comprehensive multiart program for children ages two through twelve. Art education programs are provided at schools,
community centers and other convenient community locations. The Abrakadoodle art franchise can
be managed from a home office and does not require a commercial office or retail location.
What honors/awards has the Abrakadoodle art franchise received?
The Abrakadoodle art franchise and Abrakadoodle's Management team have received many top
honors and awards including:
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Largest Art Franchise by Entrepreneur (2008, 2007, 2006);
"Top 50 New Franchise Concepts" by Entrepreneur (2008);
"Top 50 Franchises in Franchisee Satisfaction" by Franchise Business Review (2008);
"Top Low Investment Franchises" by Entrepreneur (2008, 2007);
The “Best of the Best” in Children’s Franchises (2007);
"Top Franchises" by Black Enterprise Magazine (2007, 2006);
"Top New Franchise” by Franchise Market Magazine (2008, 2007, 2006);
CEO Mary Rogers was the 2007 recipient of the International Franchise Association’s
Bonny Levine Award, the Association’s top award for a female franchisor;
President Rosemarie Hartnett was the recipient of the "Outstanding Performance
Award" for exemplary support and training of International Franchisors by Computer
Learning Systems, Manila, Philippines;
and many other awards and honors.
Am I qualified to run an Abrakadoodle franchise?
We are looking for professionals who have:
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A keen interest in the education of young children
A commitment to quality education
A track record of strong people skills: experience in training/teaching, customer service,
marketing or human resources
A desire to provide a much needed service in the community.
Will I personally teach Abrakadoodle classes?
Our franchise owners hire, train and supervise a staff of teachers, as well as market and grow their
businesses. While all of our art franchise owners will have some direct contact with children, the
owner's primary role is to build and grow the Abrakadoodle Art Education brand. We provide you with
the tools to build a strong business that delivers a top quality service in the community.
How are Abrakadoodle art classes evaluated?
Each year we conduct a system-wide survey of all of our locations for both quality control and to
receive feedback about our programs. Abrakadoodle consistently receives top rankings from
principals, center directors and program directors. In both 2006 and 2007, Abrakadoodle Art
Education received a system-wide "Excellent" ranking of 8.9 on a scale of one to ten. In 2008,
Abrakadoodle received a "Superior" ranking of 9.0.
Why is Abrakadoodle a great choice for today?
Creativity education for children has never been more important.
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Innovation and Imagination are rated as top skills needed by students today to compete
in a global economy. These skills are developed in Abrakadoodle programs.
Due to budget cuts, schools are reducing or eliminating arts education programs. In
fact, nearly half of all public schools do not have a full-time visual arts teacher.
Parents recognize the value of arts education and seek out programs for their children.
Schools and early childhood education centers are looking for competitive advantages.
Creativity is one of the most important skills needed for success in both school and the
workplace.
Children, parents and school administrators find the Abrakadoodle programs are
unique, fun, educational and creative!
In addition, Abrakadoodle has...
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An experienced management team
A proven and guaranteed program
An easy-to-operate business
Strong partnerships
Large protected territories
Excellent pre-training, initial training and ongoing programs
Ongoing business support
Discount purchasing programs
A reasonable capital investment
I would welcome the opportunity to speak with you in person and answer any questions that you may
have.
Heather Bjork
Director, Abrakadoodle
www.abrakadoodle.com/nc03
(336) 270-6307 Office
(336) 266-9908 Cell