We’ve all seen those competition BBQ shows on the televisions cable networks. Well, we’ve developed a unique business model based on “non-competition”, educating the masses about how to master the techniques of BBQ pit smoking for incredible results, time after time right in your own backyard. In fact, when you “graduate” from our short 3-hour course, you are bestowed with the title of “Certified Backyard Pitmaster” complete with your very own “diploma” suitable for framing.
Here’s how it works. We host a website where anyone can sign up for any Backyard BBQ class on the schedule. All classes are typically held at local craft breweries, pairing beer and BBQ to make the classes that much more popular. And what’s more, with our model, we show you how to partner with the local breweries in a win-win proposition that eliminates any venue costs or additional overhead.
Once someone signs up for a class online, the payment is made with the reservation, virtually eliminating any potential bad debt or collection issues. Your money goes directly into your bank account. On the day of the class, you or your hired pitmaster walk the guests through a curriculum of slides and pit-side demonstrations that will endow them with the knowledge of how to smoke the perfect meat time and again in their own backyard or tailgate party.
What’s more, we have eight more Backyard Pitmaster brands that build brand loyalty and keep your customers returning for more. Besides BrisketU, we have:
*In development
At BrisketU, we have put literally thousands of people through our exciting, affordable, fun and informative classes, with very positive results. Look at these key advantages to becoming a BrisketU franchise:
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Albrecht
Mike Albrecht serves as our Chief Executive Officer, a position he has held since our inception. Mike has also served in the same role for our parent company and for each of our affiliates since their respective formations. Mike is also currently a Partner of The Company-Houston, a full service strategic marketing and advertising agency in Houston, Texas. From March 2011 through January 2016, Mike served as Chief Development Officer and Senior Vice President of Love Advertising, a full service advertising agency based in Houston, Texas.
Chief Information Officer
Jonathan Kane
Jonathan Kane serves as our Chief Information Officer, a position he has held since our inception. Jon also serves in the same role for our parent company and for each of our affiliates since their respective formations. Jon is also Vice President of Digital Strategy for Love Advertising, an advertising agency in Houston, Texas, a position which he has held since 2011
Chief Operating Officer
Gordon Miller
Gordon Miller serves as our Chief Operating Officer, a position he has held since our inception. Gordon also serves in the same role for our parent company and for each of our affiliates since their respective formations. Gordon additionally is the Chief Operating Officer of The Miller Family Holding Company LLC (MFH) in Houston, Texas. Gordon owns and operates European Wax Centers, with development rights in 8 states. He currently owns and operates 6 European Wax Center franchises in Greater Philadelphia Pennsylvania; Southern New Jersey; and Northern Virginia. Since 2008, Gordon also has been the regional developer of European Wax Centers in Texas and Georgia, and owns 6 European Wax Center franchises in Houston, Texas. Gordon further owns and operates 2 Massage Envy franchises in Pearland, Texas, which opened in 2005 and 2015, respectively. From 1996 through 2012, Gordon was the Chief Executive Officer of Stonebridge Homes, a residential home builder in Houston, Texas.
Chief Development Officer
Judd Miller III
Judd Miller, III, serves as our Chief Development Officer, a position he has held since our inception. Judd also serves in the same role for our parent company and for each of our affiliates since their respective formations. Judd additionally is the Chief Executive Officer of The Miller Family Holding Company LLC (MFH) in Houston, Texas. Judd owns and operates European Wax Centers, with development rights in 8 states. He currently owns and operates 6 European Wax Center franchises in Greater Philadelphia Pennsylvania; Southern New Jersey; and Northern Virginia. Since 2008, Judd also has been the regional developer of European Wax Centers in Texas and Georgia, and owns 6 European Wax Center franchises in Houston, Texas. Judd further owns and operates 2 Massage Envy franchises in Pearland, Texas, which opened in 2005 and 2015, respectively. Judd currently serves as Chief Brand Development Officer for Full Psycle Franchising, a franchisor of indoor cycling studios, a position he has held since May 2015.
As a franchisee, you receive a custom-designed and built BBQ pit trailer, with multiple stainless-steel prep top storage areas, a large offset insulated smoker, a direct heat grill, and a podium on wheels that holds up to 40 folding chairs for students.
Type of Expenditure | Low | High |
---|---|---|
Initial Franchise Fee | $32,000 | $32,000 |
Your Training Expenses | $2,650 | $4,400 |
Rent deposits | $0 | $125 |
Primary Equipment | $15,000 | $17,000 |
Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment | $2,100 | $3,000 |
Signage | $100 | $200 |
Business Licenses and Permits | $250 | $900 |
Computer Systems | $1,075 | $1,700 |
Initial Inventory to Begin Operating – Retail Merchandise | $3,000 | $3,500 |
Initial Inventory to Begin Operating – Supplies | $500 | $700 |
Office Supplies | $500 | $1,000 |
Professional Fees | $1,000 | $2,500 |
Grand Opening Advertising | $12,000 | $12,000 |
Insurance | $570 | $2,860 |
Operating Expenses / Additional Funds – 3 months | $10,000 | $12,000 |
TOTAL | $80,745 | $93,885 |
Be your own boss, and select the franchise that also lets you set your own hours. BrisketU provides revenue potential, hard assets from day one, professional training and marketing support - with the flexibility built in to manage your work-life balance as you see fit. Add to that the fact that your business is essentially on wheels with no brick & mortar lease overhead, and the decision is easy.
If you would like more information on becoming a BrisketU business owner, simply contact us using the form to the right. We will get back to you with the information and details to help answer any questions and help you decide if you would fit with our growing team of pitmaster entrepreneurs.
Please complete the form below or call (281) 972-5748