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am/pm Franchising
Gas station and convenience store
am/pm Franchising is owned by energy company BP, a global presence with operations on six continents and in over 100 countries. With more than 25 years of experience franchising globally, the franchisor offers its concept under two names: ARCO ampm in the Western United States, and BP ampm in the Eastern and Midwestern United States. The franchise is a combined gas station/convenience store, offering fuel for the car and fuel for the body. Franchisees can open a new location, bid to convert a company-owned location to a franchise, or rebrand an existing gas station/convenience store under the ARCO or BP name.
am/pm Franchising
4 Centerpointe Drive
La Palma, CA 90623
888-894-2676
Fast Facts
| Year established | 1975 |
| Franchising since | 1979 |
| Can be run from home? | No |
| Number of employees needed | 10 - 12 |
| Item 19 Financial Performance Representation? | Yes |
| Multiple units must be purchased in U.S. | No |
| Multiple units must be purchased outside U.S. | No |
| Absentee ownership allowed? | No |
Franchise Unit Growth Rate
| Year | U.S. Franchises |
Non-U.S. Franchises |
Company-Owned Locations |
| 2011 | 1,174 | 1,244 | 2 |
| 2010 | 1,223 | 1,592 | 2 |
| 2009 | 1,051 | 1,901 | 79 |
Expanding in These Locations
Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Nevada, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Washington
Costs
| Total Investment | $1,846,065 - $7,762,242 |
| Franchise Fee | $30,000 - $70,000 |
| Royalty Fee | 5% |
Financial Requirements
| Net Worth | $2,500,000 |
| Liquid Capital | $700,000 - $1,000,000 |
Franchisee Qualifications
Ambitious and entrepreneurial individuals who are able to make sound business decisions
Ability to create and execute a comprehensive business plan
Willingness to operate retail business a minimum 40 hours per week
Financing
| Does franchisor offer financing? | Yes |
| Is franchisor on the SBA's Franchise Registry? | Yes |
| Is franchisor a member of the IFA's VetFran program? | No |
Financing Assistance
Special financing program for new to industry construction and for the rebranding of existing petroleum/C-stores
am/pm Franchising
4 Centerpointe Drive
La Palma, CA 90623
888-894-2676
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