Kilwins

$KLWNF500 #113
CategoryFood: Retail Sales
SubcategoryCandy
Locations187
Franchisee Count193
Franchise Fee$45,000
Item 7 Low$405,045
Item 7 Midpoint$642,670
Item 7 High$880,295
Royalty Fees5% of Gross Sales
Ad / Brand Fund3%
Sold Not Open59
Founded1981
Completeness34/34 (100%)
Years in Business44
Began FranchisingMarch 1981
HQPetosky, MI
Executives11
LinksWeb
Main Phone231-347-3800
FDD IssuedApril 30, 2026
Last UpdatedAug 24, 2026
FDDs2026 · 2025 · 2023 · 2022 🔒
Franchisor

Kilwins Chocolates Franchise, Inc. franchises the right to operate Kilwins Full-Line Chocolates, Confectionery & Ice Cream Stores or Scoops & Sweets locations that sell high-quality candy, chocolate products, nuts, beverages, ice cream, and made-in-store items crafted according to approved recipes.

Kilwins Chocolates Franchise, Inc. is a Michigan corporation founded in 1981, owned by Kilwins MidCo LLC, which is controlled by Levine Leichtman Capital Partners. The current CEO is Brian Britton, with a team of experienced executives.

Kilwins Chocolates Franchise, Inc. franchises the right to operate Kilwins Full-Line Chocolates, Confectionery & Ice Cream Stores or Scoops & Sweets locations that sell high-quality candy, chocolate products, nuts, beverages, ice cream, and made-in-store items crafted according to approved recipes.

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