The C12 Group offers peer advisory groups and executive coaching for Christian business leaders, providing support and guidance to help them grow their businesses and lead with integrity.
KEY FRANCHISE STATS
Franchisees
?
65
+
7%
7%
Franchise fee
?
$37,500
Investment
?
$37,000 - $67,000
Revenue (AUV)
?
Undisclosed
$381,000
+
n.a.
n.a.
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The C12 Group is a leading faith-based peer advisory franchise designed to help business leaders align their professional pursuits with Christian values. Established in 1992 in San Antonio, Texas, by entrepreneur Buck Jacobs, the organization has expanded steadily, maintaining its headquarters in the city where it was founded.
Since launching its franchise model in 1993, The C12 Group has enabled individuals to create local advisory boards that uphold the organization's faith-centered mission.
These franchisees, known as C12 Chairs, lead monthly gatherings where CEOs and executives engage in collaborative discussions centered on business strategy, leadership challenges, and spiritual development.
The C12 model blends business excellence with biblical wisdom, promoting a community where members grow both professionally and personally. This commitment to integrating faith with business has set C12 apart in the advisory and coaching space.
Initial investment
The initial investment required for a The C12 Group franchise is
$37,000 - $67,000.
That is the total cost you would need to finance if you were to start this franchise.
These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$12,500 – $37,500
Prepaid Marketing Fund Fee
$10,000
Training and Technology Fee
$12,000
Office Equipment and Furniture
$0 – $1,500
Technology and A/V Equipment
$1,500 – $3,000
Supplies
$0 – $500
Additional Funds (hosting local events) – 1 year
$500 – $2,500
TOTAL
$36,500 – $67,000
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Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$12,500 – $37,500
Prepaid Marketing Fund Fee
$10,000
Training and Technology Fee
$12,000
Office Equipment and Furniture
$0 – $1,500
Technology and A/V Equipment
$1,500 – $3,000
Supplies
$0 – $500
Additional Funds (hosting local events) – 1 year
$500 – $2,500
TOTAL
$36,500 – $67,000
Franchise Disclosure Document
Below is The C12 Group's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.
Number of units
The C12 Group had 65 total units in 2024, of which 65 were franchised-owned and 0 company-owned.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the royalty fee of
The C12 Group
?
The royalty fee for a The C12 Group franchise is 17.5% - 30%. In addition, you would have to pay the advertising (or national brand fund) fee of n.a..
What is the total investment of
The C12 Group
?
The initial investment required for a The C12 Group franchise is $37,000 - $67,000. That is the total cost you would need to finance if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
What is the initial franchise fee of
The C12 Group
?
The initial franchise fee for a The C12 Group franchise is $37,500. This is typically paid upfront as part of the total initial investment, after signature of the Franchise Agreeement.
What is the average revenue (Average Unit Volume) of
The C12 Group
?
The C12 Group does not disclose the average unit volume (average revenue) in its FDD.
The average unit volume (average revenue) for a The C12 Group franchise is $381,000.
The C12 Group offers a robust and multi-stage training program designed to fully prepare franchisees (referred to as Area Chairs) for operating their franchise business. This training encompasses both initial onboarding and ongoing development to support performance and brand consistency.
New Chair Training: This is a five-week mandatory program combining four weeks of guided self-study and weekly live webinar sessions with a C12 Chair Trainer, followed by a one-week, in-person Training Week at C12’s headquarters in San Antonio, Texas. The training covers the franchise’s vision, values, methodology, and operational protocols.
Sales Training Series: Running concurrently with the initial training, this 13-week program consists of weekly one-hour telephone coaching sessions focused on sales development. It is a required component to ensure that franchisees can effectively grow their member base and manage business outreach.
Semi-Annual Chair Training: Twice a year, franchisees must attend in-person training workshops. These sessions provide updates, collaborative learning, and strategic alignment across the C12 network.
Territory Protection
The C12 Group grants franchisees an exclusive territory, defined by geographic boundaries such as cities or zip codes. Within this area, no other C12 franchise can operate, and the franchisee has the sole right to offer C12 services and host forums.
However, this exclusivity depends on meeting performance standards. If a franchisee underperforms, the franchisor may reduce the territory or allow another franchisee to operate within it. Territory expansion is possible but requires approval, additional fees, and updated performance goals.