GFA India grows at 30 per cent per annum

Global Franchise Architects (GFA) is growing rapidly in India with an annual growth rate of 30 per cent. It has launched four international brands in India and operates a total of 94 stores, including 58 Pizza Corner stores, 13 The Donut Baker stores, 13 Cream and Fudge stores and seven Coffee World stores spread across 18 cities. The investment per store depends upon the brand and the format. There is a format involving an investment of Rs 10 lakh for a Donut Baker Kiosk to Rs 70 lakh in a dine-in Pizza Corner.

The company is looking to continue to expand its presence through franchise route as well as own investments. GFA wants to expand its brands and create a definite foothold before bringing in any other new brand.

Apart from India, the company has five food service brands in its portfolio with over 200 stores represented in seven countries: Thailand, India, China, Bangladesh, Malaysia, Indonesia and UAE.