Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc.

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc. is an international franchisor, confectionery producer, and retail operator. Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Durango, Colorado, the company produces an extensive line of premium chocolate and other confectionery products. Revenues and profitability are primarily derived from its franchised and licensed system of retail stores, which feature chocolate and other confectionery products, including gourmet caramel apples. The company also sells its confectionery products through select locations outside of its retail store system and may license the use of its brand with certain consumer products. As of February 28, 2026, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc. operated three company-owned stores and had 111 licensee-owned and 139 franchised stores across 34 states and the Philippines. The company's principal competitive advantages include its brand name recognition and reputation for the quality, variety, and taste of its products. The ambiance of its stores, expertise in chocolate and confectionery production, merchandising and marketing, and control and training infrastructures contribute to a differentiated franchise offering. In-store product preparation creates a special store ambiance, with the aroma and sight of products being made attracting foot traffic and assuring freshness. This production expertise and reputation for quality have facilitated the sale of select products through Specialty Markets, including wholesale, fundraising, corporate sales, e-commerce, and private label.