Have you ever thought about franchising? At Donatos Pizza, success in franchising starts with a clear mission and a strong sense of purpose. Since 1963, the brand has promoted goodwill in the community through products, service, principles, and people. This dedication not only delivers outstanding experiences to communities across the country but also defines Donatos PIzza’s approach to franchise development. Every franchise partner has the tools, resources, and support needed to create and grow a lasting, successful business.
1. Training and Support
Donatos Pizza is fully committed to helping franchise partners elevate their businesses to new heights. From the moment they join the Donatos family, franchise partners receive comprehensive training and ongoing support throughout their journey. Our experienced team is focused on maximizing franchise partner success, offering guidance and resources from day one.
The same expertise and training programs that support our 1,900+ company associates are made available to our franchise partners and their teams. With tailored management curricula and continuous online training for associates, we ensure that everyone operates with excellence. By leveraging six decades of operational experience, Donatos Pizza franchise partners are equipped with the confidence and tools needed to thrive from the start.
2. Trusted Pizza Brand Name
With over 60 years in the fast-casual industry, Donatos Pizza has built a brand that stands for quality, community, and innovation. Franchise partners benefit from this strong reputation, with customers already familiar with Donatos Pizza’s commitment to delivering exceptional pizza with a purpose. As a recognized leader in the pizza space, Donatos Pizza’s name provides instant credibility and trust, giving franchise partners a competitive edge when entering new markets.
Donatos Pizza knows the ins and outs of running a successful pizza business, and the brand’s franchise partners and associates embrace the business model and the belief that every piece is important.
3. Dedication to Innovation and Automation
Operational excellence is at the core of Donatos Pizza’s success, driven by continuous innovation and automation integration. The brand tests cutting-edge technology to streamline operations, reduce manual tasks, and ensure consistency across all locations. From advanced order management systems to automated inventory tracking, Donatos Pizza provides franchise partners with the tools to operate efficiently and deliver an exceptional customer experience.
This forward-thinking approach allows franchise partners to stay ahead of industry trends and focus on what truly matters: building strong relationships within their communities.
4. Values-Driven Community Engagement
Community engagement is at the heart of Donatos Pizza’s mission. The brand fosters meaningful relationships with local organizations, schools, and charities. A few examples of this are assembling 125 blankets and 200 care kits for Nationwide Children’s Hospital, participating in Pelotonia and raising over $106,000, and teaming up with the Sam Hubbard Foundation and Crayons to Computers to support Cincinnati-area students by collecting school supplies.
The brand constantly strives to support critical initiatives focused on Housing, Hunger, and Health, and franchise partners embrace this values-driven approach, connecting with their communities and promoting goodwill through service and involvement.
Donatos Pizza’s focus on community engagement strengthens brand loyalty and reinforces the franchise’s role as a trusted community partner. Franchise partners embark on fulfilling business journeys and create lasting, positive impacts in their communities through this approach.
5. Growth Opportunities and Dedication to Expansion
Donatos Pizza is deeply committed to empowering our franchise partners to expand their businesses beyond one location. We offer extensive multi-unit growth opportunities, providing the necessary resources and strategic guidance to support this expansion.
Our experienced development team collaborates closely with franchise partners, offering tailored strategies for growth within existing communities or new regions. This partnership ensures that as your business scales, it maintains the core values and operational excellence that have been the hallmark of Donatos Pizza since 1963.
Are you interested in opening a pizza restaurant that is devoted to the right values and the right operations? Contact Donatos Pizza today to learn how you can open one in your community.