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Nautical Bowls offering franchise opps

Nautical Bowls offering franchise oppsNautical co-founders Rachel and Bryant Amundson and their family pose at the beach. Provided


Nautical Bowls, a Minnesota-based fast casual concept serving fresh açai bowls, has rolled out a national franchise program with eight locations awarded since mid-April. They'll join the brand's two flagship stores in Minnesota, co-founder Rachel Amundson said in a company press release.

She and her husband, Bryant Amundson, founded Nautical Bowls in 2018 after seeing an opportunity to bring the açai bowl concept to the Midwest. In 2020, the team opened a second location in Eden Prairie. Since then, both locations have seen at least 75% growth year-over-year.

"Nautical Bowls was born out of our desire to build a business together — as a family — while making an impact on the health and wellbeing of others," Rachel Amundson said. "We knew there would be interest in healthy, fast-casual options in our community, and are excited to bring Nautical Bowls to communities across the country."

After receiving numerous inquiries about franchising opportunities, the Amundsons partnered with franchise expert, Peter Taunton, to launch that side of the business. Taunton, who has more than 20 years of franchise experience, is most known as the founder of Lift Brands, where he grew Snap Fitness from one location to 1,000 in just six years. Together, the Amundsons and Taunton have worked to create a simple, effective concept perfect for any prospective business owner — whether a first-time entrepreneur or a seasoned professional.

"Rachel and Bryant have taken their incredible passion and energy and transformed it into a successful business model," said Taunton, who serves as the senior vice president of business development. "What really excites me is that not only is Nautical Bowls relevant to what consumers are actually looking for in the marketplace, but it is also a great business opportunity for others. For as little as $25,000 down, we can help someone bring this fast-growing concept to their own community."


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