Gourmet Provisions Intl Corp (GMPR)

[mikeer69]

I agree with both points, for what it's worth. Firstly, we are investing in start-up company. It is definitely a lot less risky than a year ago when I first invested in UPZS. If you look at the developments, there are a whole lot of people investing real $$$ in franchise fees and they are attracting credible folks to open and promote the franchises (i.e. the group in the NE, Robert Fidler, great management team). Keeping in mind the risks of a tiny company such as this is very important. I like the story, the product, and the industry that UPZS is entering into. Once they get their foundation (which they are building now), it is a very high cash-flow business for them, and it is quite easy to duplicate.

On the other hand, I agree that it is disconcerting if the company is not getting back to shareholders in a reasonable time, with any sort of info. If there are privacy concerns, they should let us know. I look forward to hearing what the company tells you about the CLT franchise. There has to be some communication, and I'd encourage you to continue seeking info on it... I appreciate holding them to communication, no matter how large or small an investor you are. SOME TYPE of explanation is expected by me as well. The link shared regarding the openings in CLT does make me feel fairly decent about the situation though...

As we begin into 2007, I must say I'm pretty excited about the prospects of the company here. Most of us won't have the guts or the chance to be entrepreneurs on our own to make a ton of money, so in my opinion this is the second-best way to be involved in your own business, through investing in a proven vision with a solid model, and letting them proceed accordingly. If we are correct in our assessments and this turns out to be a top-20 franchise in the pizza world, our investment will pay off extremely handsomely.

Good luck, and continue the great conversations.
IMO