What is Aone Franchise?

Aone Franchise is a franchise distribution and consulting platform. We represent a curated portfolio of verified franchise brands and connect them with qualified investors. We also provide consulting services to brands preparing to franchise and investors evaluating opportunities.

How is Aone Franchise different from other franchise platforms?

Most franchise platforms operate as directories — brands list, investors browse. We operate as an active distribution partner. We evaluate brands before onboarding them, match investors based on city, capital, and operational preference, and facilitate the process from introduction to signed agreement. Our portfolio is small by design. We are not trying to be the largest franchise platform in India. We are trying to be the most reliable.

Do you charge investors to access your portfolio?

We do not charge investors to submit an inquiry or access initial portfolio information. For investors who require structured advisory support through the due diligence and decision process, we offer a formal advisory engagement. Details are discussed once we have reviewed your inquiry.

What investment range do you work with?

Our current portfolio covers opportunities ranging from Rs. 10 lakh to Rs. 5 crore and above, with the majority of active mandates concentrated in higher-conviction operating brackets.

Do you guarantee returns or payback periods?

No. We do not guarantee financial returns, payback periods, or franchise performance. The unit economics we share are based on verified historical data from operating outlets — not projections. Actual performance depends on location, operator execution, market conditions, and numerous other factors outside our control. We strongly recommend independent financial and legal due diligence before any franchise commitment.

What franchise models do you work with?

Our portfolio includes FOFO (Franchise Owned, Franchise Operated), FOCO (Franchise Owned, Company Operated), and FICO (Franchise Invested, Company Operated) formats. Each opportunity specifies the applicable model. We match investors to models that align with their operational appetite and investment structure.

How long does the process take from inquiry to signed agreement?

This varies significantly by brand, investor, and city. A well-prepared investor evaluating a well-documented opportunity can move to heads of terms in four to eight weeks. More complex situations take longer. We do not rush the process, and we do not encourage investors to move before they are genuinely ready.

How do I get my brand listed with Aone Franchise?

Submit a brand inquiry through the Brand Onboarding page. Our team will review the submission and, if your brand meets our initial criteria, schedule an onboarding conversation. Not all brands that apply are accepted. Our portfolio is deliberately selective.

What does distribution with Aone Franchise cost?

Our commercial structure for brands involves a monthly retainer for active distribution activity and a success fee earned only on signed franchise agreements. Consulting services are priced separately. Specific terms are discussed at the brand onboarding meeting.

Do you work with brands outside Food & Beverage?

Our primary focus is Food & Beverage, including QSR, Specialty Cafe, and Dessert formats. We also work with select Sports, Wellness, and Lifestyle brands where the franchise economics are strong and the opportunity fits our investor network. We evaluate each brand individually.