About CPG Recruitment Franchise
CPG Recruitment is a staffing and recruitment franchise offering opportunities since 2023.
Each location provides talent acquisition and placement services to businesses seeking qualified professionals, specializing in connecting employers with candidates across various industries and roles.
The brand brings a structured, systematic approach to the recruitment process.
CPG Recruitment Franchise Cost & Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $37,500 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 10% of Gross Sales, subject to Minimum Monthly Royalty Fee Requirement of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Up to 2% of Gross Sales, currently not assessed | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $64,050 – $152,141 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $64K–$152K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (10% of Gross Sales, subject to Minimum Monthly Royalty Fee Requirement) and marketing fee (Up to 2% of Gross Sales, currently not assessed) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee (Note 1) | $37,500 | $37,500 |
| Construction and Leasehold Improvements (Note 2) | $0 | $45,000 |
| Storage Unit (Note 3) | $0 | $741 |
| Equipment (Note 4) | $0 | $2,500 |
| Signage | $0 | $2,500 |
| Computer, Software, and Business Management System (Note 5) | $3,000 | $7,000 |
| Start-Up Marketing (Note 6) | $9,700 | $14,700 |
| Initial Onboarding (Note 7) | $2,500 | $2,500 |
| Insurance Deposits – Three Months (Note 8) | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Travel for Initial Training (Note 9) | $2,500 | $6,500 |
| Professional Fees (Note 10) | $2,700 | $5,000 |
| Licenses and Permits (Note 11) | $150 | $1,200 |
| Additional Funds – Three Months (Note 12) | $5,000 | $24,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $15,000 |
| Renewal Fee | $10,000 |
| Technology Fee | Up to $500 per month, currently $299 per month |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit |
| Brand Development Fund | Up to 2% of Gross Sales, currently not assessed |
| Franchisee Directed Local Marketing | Up to 2% of monthly Gross Sales, currently not charged |
| Local and Regional Advertising Cooperatives | Up to 2% of monthly Gross Sales, currently not assessed |
| Contact Center | Up to 3% of monthly Gross Sales, currently not assessed |
| Customer Service and Refunds | Varies under the circumstances |
| Annual Conference Attendance Fee | Our then current conference fee, no greater than $1,000 |
| Additional Employee Initial Training | Our then current training fee, up to $500 per person per day |
| Supplemental Training | Our then current daily rate per trainer, plus expenses we incur. Current rate is $500 per day |
| Non-Compliance: Customer Reviews | $250 to $750 per month |
| Reporting Non-Compliance | $150 per occurrence |
| Operations Non-Compliance | $450 to $1,000 per occurrence |
| Payment Non-Compliance | $150 per occurrence |
| Interest | 18% per annum from due date |
| NSF Check Fee or Failed Electronic Fund Transfer | 5% of amount or $50, whichever is greater, or maximum fee allowed by law |
| Quality Assurance Audit | Actual costs incurred by us |
| Collections | Actual fees, costs, and expenses |
| Supplier Review | Actual fees, costs, and expenses |
| Management Service | Actual costs incurred by us |
| Recruitment Support Fees | Various amounts depending on services and consisting of a finder fee or fees at a fixed billing rate, plus our costs |
| Marketing Support Fees | Various amounts depending on services requested |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | approximate 19 day period |
| Classroom Training | 63.5 |
| On-the-Job Training | 84 |
| Training Location | Windsor, Ontario Canada or Virtual |
| Additional Training | Refresher training courses, system-wide training courses, additional training programs and seminars as designated by the franchisor. Supplemental on-site training may be required if performance standards are not met. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive, not protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | a geographic area that includes an approximate population of at least 150,000 people |
| Description | Franchisees are granted a non-exclusive right to operate within a designated operating territory with an approximate population of at least 150,000 people. The franchisor may grant other franchisees the right to operate within the same territory if the population exceeds 150,000, ensuring no more than one franchisee per approximately 150,000 people. The franchisor and its affiliates reserve the right to compete within the territory through various channels, including company-owned outlets, alternative distribution channels (internet, catalog sales), and corporate accounts. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | one additional 10 year renewal term |
| Renewal Fee | $10,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | To renew, the franchisee must be in compliance with the Franchise Agreement, provide 180-270 days prior written notice, sign the then-current Franchise Agreement and related agreements, sign a general release, pay a renewal fee, and meet all other renewal requirements. Owners and their spouses must also guarantee the new agreement terms. |
| Transfer Fee | $15,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | Transfers require prior written consent from the franchisor, which may be withheld in its discretion. Conditions include 30 days prior written notice, satisfaction of all outstanding obligations, compliance with agreements, transferee meeting franchisor's standards (including good moral character, business experience, financial resources, and no competitive business ownership), execution of new agreements and guarantees by transferee and their spouses, execution of a general release by the transferring franchisee and owners, upgrading the administrative office, completion of training by transferee, and payment of the transfer fee. |
| Termination for Cause | The franchisor can terminate for various defaults, including insolvency, bankruptcy, abandonment of the business, intentional non-compliance, operation in violation of laws posing a health/safety threat, misrepresentation of financial data, unauthorized transfer, disclosure of confidential information, criminal conviction, unethical conduct, failure to complete training, misuse of trademarks, failure to meet minimum performance requirements, and failure to pay fees or cure other breaches within specified cure periods (10 or 30 days). |
| Non-Compete Period | 24 months |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term of the franchise, franchisees and their owners cannot have any interest in or work for a competitive business. After termination or expiration, for 24 months, they cannot be involved in any competitive business within their former Operating Territory, a 25-mile radius of it, or any other CPG Recruitment Business operating territory. They must also comply with confidentiality, non-disclosure, and non-solicitation covenants. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The franchisee or a Managing Owner (if a Corporate Entity) must be personally responsible for the daily management and supervision of the Franchised Business, dedicating full-time efforts. The Managing Owner must be approved by the franchisor, complete initial training, and obtain all required licenses. A hired Operating Manager may assume daily supervision if they meet franchisor standards, complete training, and sign confidentiality and non-competition agreements. |
| Required Suppliers | CPG Recruitment Inc. or its designated suppliers for System Supplies, Branded Items and Marketing Materials, Business Management System and Computer Equipment, Computer System, Contact Center Services, Credit Card Processing, and Insurance. CPG Logistics Inc. is an approved supplier of recruitment support services. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees may only offer and sell Approved Services and Products designated by the franchisor and must use only authorized and designated products, supplies, equipment, technology systems, and services. The franchisor may designate itself or an affiliate as an exclusive supplier for the System. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | The franchisor and/or its affiliates may receive rebates, payments, and other material benefits from suppliers based on franchisee purchases. As of December 31, 2023, no revenue has been received from suppliers from franchisee purchases of source restricted products or services. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease, or other obligation. |
CPG Recruitment Franchise Earnings — Item 19
CPG Recruitment does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
CPG Recruitment Litigation & Risk Flags
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
CPG Recruitment System Growth
CPG Recruitment currently operates 1 franchised locations and 3 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 23 states: CA, CT, FL, HI, IL, IN, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, NE, NY, NC, ND, RI, SC, SD, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Audited by Black CPA & Associates for year ending December 31.
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