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C12

C12

The C12 Group provides business coaching and advising services on a fee-for-service basis to Christian business CEOs, owners, presidents, and their selected key staff members. Services include monthly Business Forum meetings, one-on-one consultation sessions, seminars, and mentoring processes. The franchise model allows franchisees to deliver these services within designated areas, targeting faith-based business leaders seeking peer advisory and spiritual integration in business practices.

67locations
$37K–$67K
Since 2007
ServicesSan Antonio, TXwww.C12forums.comDisclaimer

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Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee
$25,000
Initial Investment
$36,500 – $67,000
Royalty Rate
30.00%
Brand Fund
0.00%
Fixed Monthly Fees
$110 – $310

Tiered royalty 17.5%-30% of gross billings + no ad fund + $110/mo training fee/Chair + $200/mo Associate Chair support fee (until threshold)

Financial Performance

Item 19 Financial Performance

Average Gross Revenue
$691,407
Median Gross Revenue
$471,919

Data Based On: 65 C12 franchisees that were open and operational from January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024.

* The average gross revenue of $691,407 was taken directly from the 'Average Revenue' in the summary table on page 2. This differs slightly from the calculated average of $680,769.78 ($44,250,036 Total Revenue / 65 franchisees) derived from page 1; the explicit average from the summary table was prioritized as per instructions. No data for profit, net income, or EBITDA was explicitly provided, nor were there sufficient details to estimate a profit range.

Extracted Item 19 Section

Avg. Revenue: $691,407

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C12 Franchise Analysis

What if a franchise blending business coaching with faith-based peer advisory delivered outsized returns for operators? C12's model serves Christian CEOs through forums and mentoring, and their 2025 FDD's Item 19 discloses revenue figures that stand out in the business services niche. Could this low-entry barrier opportunity be the hidden gem for values-driven entrepreneurs seeking stability?

Item 7 details the initial investment at $36,500-$67,000, with a $25,000 franchise fee covering training and territorial rights in designated areas. Ongoing fees include tiered royalties from 17.5%-30% of gross billings, no ad fund, plus $110/month per Chair training and $200/month Associate Chair support until thresholds. Item 19 reveals strong financials: average gross revenue of $691,407 and median $471,919 from existing units, suggesting solid cash flow potential after fees—especially with low overhead in this service model. No direct profit data, but these toplines imply healthy margins for efficient operators.

System metrics paint a picture of steady maturity since franchising in 2007 from San Antonio, TX. With 67 locations, growth ticked up 3% (64 to 66 units 2023-2024), 2 transfers, and 10 projected new units signaling controlled expansion. Minimal volatility here—no major contractions—makes C12 appealing for risk-averse buyers chasing reliable revenue over hyper-growth. At this cost and performance, it's a thoughtful pick for those aligning business with faith, but high royalties demand volume to thrive.

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Analysis based on the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. All figures should be independently verified before making investment decisions.

How C12 Compares

Key Insights

  • Lower investment than 83% of Business Services franchises
FranchiseInvestmentFeeRoyaltyLocations
C12
Current
$37K – $67K$25K30.0%67
Bimbo Foods Bakeries Distribution, LLC$14K – $607KN/AN/A6,454
THE UPS STORE (TRADITIONAL)$216K – $609K$30K5.0%4,500
RE/MAX$37K – $337K$35K1.0%2,994
JACKSON HEWITT TAX SERVICE$71K – $105K$25K15.0%2,744
CRUISE PLANNERS$2K – $21K$11K3.0%2,655
Business Services Average
198 franchises
$121K – $289K$47K10.2%–

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 198 Business Services franchises by location count.

Locations & Growth

Outlet Growth Over Time

Total outlets at end of each year

Geographic Distribution (2024)

Outlets by state across the United States

Top States
1FL
7
2TX
6
3NC
5
4VA
3
5TN
3
6MI
3
7WI
2
8IA
2
9IL
2
10IN
2
11LA
2
12MO
2
13OH
2
14PA
2
15SC
2

+19 more states

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Due Diligence

Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Cases0
No litigation involving franchisees reported

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryNo
No bankruptcy history reported

System Health (Item 20)

Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year

Terminations
0
Non-Renewals
0
Reacquired
0
Ceased Ops
0
Transfers
2
Sold to Franchisees
1
Projected New
10

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Frequently Asked Questions

The total initial investment to open a C12 franchise ranges from $36,500 to $67,000. This includes a franchise fee of $25,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 30.0% of gross sales.