XP League
Youth esports leagues- 2022 Franchise 500 Rank
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N/R Not ranked last year
- Initial investment
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$58K - $224K
- Units as of 2022
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29
Company Overview
About XP League
- Industry
- Children's Businesses
- Related Categories
- Children's Enrichment Programs: Miscellaneous, Children's Education/Enrichment
- Founded
- 2020
- Parent Company
- Unleashed Brands LLC
- Leadership
- Jay Melamed, Brand President & CEO
More from XP League
XP League is an esports league modeled after classic youth sports organizations. The programs incorporate themes of sportsmanship, teamwork and positive behavior centered around age- appropriate video game competitions for students. The brand was founded in September 2020 in Raleigh, North Carolina by entrepreneur and father of four, Jay Melamed and was named to Entrepreneur magazine's 2022 list of fastest-growing franchise brands. XP League has a custom- tailored coach and player training where anyone can become a successful coach or competitive player.
BENEFITS OF XP LEAGUE FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP
INFLUENCE THE NEXT GENERATION
You're passionate about gaming, having fun, and making a positive impact. We enable you to deliver an experience that kids and parents love.
MULTI-BILLION DOLLAR MARKET
Esports is growing incredibly fast and now rivals traditional sports. We provide a unique opportunity to own your piece of the esports juggernaut.
LOW COST OF OWNERSHIP
Our minimal overhead model puts franchise ownership in reach. With different types of centers, you can find the right fit for you.
COMPLETE LEAGUE IN A BOX
As a franchisee, you get a League in a Box with everything you need to succeed, including plans, partnerships, and up to twenty teams.
ULTIMATE FLEXIBILITY
XP League franchisees have the freedom to choose their hours, location, and league size, so you can scale up at your own pace.
UNPARALLELED SUPPORT
As entrepreneurs and franchisees ourselves, we provide comprehensive guidance and support to help you thrive.
MORE THAN PLAYING VIDEO GAMES
Youth esports at XP League instills children with lifelong values and skills.
- SPORTSMANSHIP
- TEAMWORK
- STRATEGIC THINKING
- SOCIAL SKILLS
- PROBLEM-SOLVING
- IMPROVED FOCUS
- QUICKER BRAIN FUNCTION
- COORDINATION
- MULTI-TASKING SKILLS
- FOSTERS STEM LEARNING
A COMPLETE LEAGUE IN A BOX
We thought of everything, so you don't have to. Franchise owners receive a comprehensive kit containing everything they need to succeed.
- Access to stunning team logos and official branded gear.
- Exclusive partnerships with top coaching and esports brands.
- Tournament management and national game play.
- Regional events and North American Finals.
- Unparalleled coaching and marketing support.
- Proven plans for launching, marketing, and operations.
- A League Commissioner network of the brightest and most dedicated leaders in the space.
Franchising Overview
- Franchising Since
- 2020 (2 years)
- # of employees at HQ
- 32
- Where seeking
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This company is seeking new franchisees throughout the US.
This company is seeking new franchisees in the following international regions: Canada
- # of Units
- 29 (as of 2022)
Franchisor Information
Information for Franchisees
Here’s what you need to know if you’re interested in opening a XP League franchise.
Financial Requirements & Ongoing Fees
Here’s what you can expect to spend to start the business and what ongoing fees the franchisor charges throughout the life of the business.
- Initial Franchise Fee
- $35,000
- Initial Investment
- $58,200 - $224,160
- Net Worth Requirement
- $250,000 - $750,000
- Cash Requirement
- $75,000 - $200,000
- Veteran Incentives
- 10% off franchise fee and development fee
- Royalty Fee
- 8%
- Ad Royalty Fee
- 5%
- Term of Agreement
- 5 years
- Is franchise term renewable?
- Yes
Financing Options
Some franchisors offer in-house financing, while others have relationships with third-party financing sources to which they refer qualified franchisees.
- Third Party Financing
- XP League has relationships with third-party sources which offer financing to cover the following: franchise fee, startup costs, equipment, inventory, accounts receivable, payroll
Training & Support Offered
Franchisors offer initial training programs and a variety of ongoing support options to help franchisees run their businesses.
- Classroom Training
- 44 hours
- Ongoing Support
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Purchasing Co-opsNewsletterMeetings & ConventionsGrand OpeningOnline SupportSecurity & Safety ProceduresField OperationsSite SelectionProprietary SoftwareFranchisee Intranet Platform
- Marketing Support
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Co-op AdvertisingAd TemplatesNational MediaRegional AdvertisingSocial MediaSEOWebsite DevelopmentEmail MarketingLoyalty Program/App
Operations
Additional details about running this franchise.
- Is absentee ownership allowed?
- No
- Can this franchise be run from home/mobile unit?
- Yes
- Can this franchise be run part time?
- No
- # of employees required to run
- 1
- Are exclusive territories available?
- Yes
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