Scores Holding is a trademark licensing company that owns the "Scores" brand for upscale adult entertainment nightclubs. The company does not operate nightclubs; instead, Scores Holding licenses its trademarks to third-party operators in exchange for royalty fees. These royalties are structured as either flat monthly payments or a percentage of a club's net revenue. As of early 2026, the Scores brand is used by five clubs located in Chicago, Tampa, Mooresville, Palm Springs, and Las Vegas. The company manages these licenses through its subsidiary, Scores Licensing Corp. Scores Holding has no employees and outsources its administrative, legal, and accounting functions to Metropolitan Lumber Hardware and Building Supplies. The business model relies entirely on the ability of independent licensees to maintain operations and make consistent payments. Scores Holding has historically faced challenges with royalty collections, leading to legal proceedings and settlement agreements with various operators. License agreements typically feature five-year terms with options for five successive five-year renewals, offering long-term revenue potential if licensees remain in good standing. The company's core assets consist of 15 registered U.S. trademarks, which provide the brand recognition and status that licensees use to operate their businesses.
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