King of Pops
- Ownership Requirement
- Full-time
- Business Type
- Franchise
Start Slinging Handcrafted Pops
Bring unexpected moments of happiness to your community with the simplest franchise around.
Brand overview
Founded in 2010 by brothers Nick and Steven Carse, King of Pops began with a single cart on the streets of Atlanta and a goal to build a genuinely fun business. Today, this family-owned brand has grown to dozens of carts across the South and is expanding nationally. The mission remains the same: to hand the cart to thoughtful humans who want to create unexpected moments of happiness in their own communities through delicious, handcrafted popsicles.
Availability
We are currently accepting inquiries in these states:
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Why choose King of Pops
King of Pops offers a money-back guarantee on the full franchise fee if you follow the six-month playbook. New franchisees can get their third cart free at signup to hit the ground running. The business model is highly flexible, allowing for both part-time and full-time ownership with most events happening on weekends. You also get access to a real Profitability Estimator to run your own numbers with total transparency and no fluff.
Revenue Potential & Investment Requirements
Revenue Potential
2024 FDD top performing unit
Total investment
$15,210–$68,510
Cash Required
$3,000
Franchise fee
$9,000
Royalty fee
The greater of (a) 5% of your Gross Sales(1); or (b) a weekly Minimum Royalty Fee(2) for each of your Minimum Active Operating Weeks
Ad fund %
2%
Total units
58
Financing available
Money-back guarantee crediting the full franchise fee toward carts, pops, or royalties upon execution of the 6-month playbook.
Real estate required
No
Time to open
4 weeks
Growth Trends
Training & support
Franchisees receive two days of hands-on, cart-side training to ensure they are completely ready to operate their business. Beyond the initial training, you have ongoing access to a real support team that has been doing this since 2010. They are there to help you navigate everything from local events to daily operations, ensuring you are never left out in the cold.
Ideal candidate
We are looking for organized, friendly individuals who are willing to follow the proven playbook. No prior food or franchise experience is required to succeed with this model. Because the business is flexible, it is a perfect fit for both part-time and full-time owners who want to do something fun and bring joy to their neighborhoods.
Take the first step toward owning a business that brings unexpected moments of happiness to your community. Submit your information today to receive the full franchise prospectus and learn how to start slinging pops in your territory.