Naturals2Go
RetailAbout
Naturals2Go has been a dominant leader in the healthy automated retail and vending industry for over 30 years, operating under parent organization Providence Pilot. The brand provides state-of-the-art smart vending machines stocked with healthy snacks, organic beverages, fresh entrees, and traditional refreshment options to satisfy surging consumer demand for convenient, wellness-focused food. Featuring vibrant digital touchscreens, remote telemetry monitoring, side-by-side entitlement options, and seamless contactless credit card and mobile payment processing, Naturals2Go machines are placed in high-traffic commercial environments such as corporate offices, schools, hospitals, athletic facilities, and industrial centers across North America. This innovative approach connects busy health-conscious consumers with quick, nutritious options throughout their daily routines. As consumer demand for professional, specialized services continues to climb across urban and suburban markets, the brand maintains a strong competitive posture through continuous service innovation, high customer retention rates, and robust local brand presence. Structured legally as a business opportunity rather than a traditional franchise, Naturals2Go gives operators complete ownership independence with zero ongoing royalty fees or mandatory marketing contributions. This unique model enables business owners to retain 100% of their operational profits. The total initial investment ranges from $52,000 to $260,000, depending on the number of vending units purchased, from starter 4-machine packages to expansive multi-route operations. Financial requirements include $25,000 to $50,000 in liquid capital and a net worth of $100,000 or more. The automated retail sector continues to experience explosive growth as employers and institutions seek modern, non-staffed food and beverage amenities that operate around the clock without labor costs. Designed to maximize long-term equity and cash flow stability, the business model combines predictable operational costs with scalable growth opportunities across both single-unit territories and multi-unit regional development agreements. Naturals2Go offers world-class onboarding and ongoing support through its dedicated training program, Naturals2Go University, which combines online learning modules with intensive hands-on machine setup and maintenance instruction. Crucially, the company features an in-house location procurement team that assists operators in securing high-foot-traffic corporate placement contracts in their local markets. Operators also benefit from personal business coaching, remote inventory tracking software, and lifetime technical support. Ideal candidates include executive investors, semi-absentee operators, and entrepreneurs seeking a flexible, tech-enabled business model that offers reliable cash flow, flexible working hours, and effortless business scalability. Through ongoing mentorship, regional franchisee networking, and periodic operational audits, the franchisor ensures that every location adheres to the highest standards of operational excellence, client satisfaction, and local brand equity.
Investment Overview
Total Investment
$18K – $300K
Liquid Capital
$25K
Royalty Fee
0 (no royalties)
Total Units
710
Founded
1986
Franchising Since
1988
Headquarters
Savannah, GA
Commission Details
Structure
8-20 machines: $1,250 per machine; 4-7 machines: $800 per machine; Reorders: $200 per machine for two years after initial sale as long as you're a Success Franchise Advisor
Development Representative
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Submit a city and state to email Gary Hawke and ask if the territory is available.