- There are approximately 280 Mrs. Fields franchises operating in the United States alone.
- Mrs. Fields began franchising stores in 1990.
- Mrs. Fields’ founder, Debbi Fields, wrote a biographical book called One Smart Cookie.
- Mrs. Fields currently employs over 4,000 employees.
- Despite persistent urban legends, Mrs. Fields’ famous recipe has never been sold to the general public.
- Providing free samples to potential customers has remained a cornerstone of the Mrs. Fields business since the very first store was opened in 1977.
- Mrs. Fields has developed The Mrs. Fields Famous Brands University, located in Salt Lake City, Utah.
- Mrs. Fields was launched in Palo Alto, California in August 1977, when Debbi Fields was only 20 years old!
- Debbi Fields signed the lease for her first store under the name Mrs. Fields’ Chocolate Chippery.
- Mrs. Fields is one of the most beloved and consistently popular brands in America.
- Mrs. Fields has over 30 years of brand success, and almost 20 years of franchising experience.
- In general, the cost to open your store is between $179,900 and $251,100.
- Our easy, no-obligation online application form tells us that you are interested in owning a Mrs. Fields franchise.
- A Franchise Business Consultant (“FBC”) is assigned to every franchisee. Your FBC is committed to helping you be as successful as possible.