Franchising 101-Small Business Ownership 

Are you considering entrepreneurship as a career option but want a proven business model to get to your goals more quickly and safer? Would you like to run a business of your own that will provide greater autonomy and independence, but are not sure how to find, or choose, the right business for you? If you have answered ‘Yes’ to either of these questions, then this workshop is for you! Presented by oneof North America’s Top Franchise Consultants

This session will include:

• Positives/Negatives of starting your own business or buying an existing business vs. buying a franchise
• Common myths and truths about franchising – it’s not just food and retail
• Review of different ownership options including options that allow someone to remain in corporate andbuild a franchise on the side
• Review of recession resistant franchise categories
• Government regulations for franchises The importance of knowing your personal goals and objectives before taking the plunge How to safely research and select the right franchise for you How to finance your business Available resources and consultant services from an industry leader at no costOutcomes:A comprehensive knowledge base of franchising providing career options you may not have consideredAssessment strategies to determine if franchising will help achieve your personal, professional andfinancial goalsLinks to resources available before, during, and after your selection processIt’s truly exciting for those who decide business ownership is for them - and for others, simply exploringtheir entrepreneurial options. This session will answer many questions and will assist attendees indetermining which path to pursue.

Presenter:
Dana Hall is a franchise consultant with FranNet of Boston providing expert advice and guidance for prospective franchise business owners. FranNet’s proprietary Personal Franchise Assessment tool, thorough and personalized one-one consultation, and a 30 plus year history of excellence sets FranNet apart. This combined with Dana’s 30 years of experience in financial analysis, strategic business planning, operations, and local store marketing results in superior outcomes for clients.