THE FRANCHISE DISCOVERY PROCESS

A Step-By-Step Guide; What To Expect As You Begin Your Journey To Franchise Ownership!

Step 1 is a Discovery Call with a Certified Franchise Consultant.  During this 30 minute conversation, Natalie will learn your background, skills, financial goals, and future business “must haves”. 

Using this information, she will research which franchisors best align with your wants and needs.

Step 2 is a Brand Presentation with a Certified Franchise Consultant. During this 60 minute conversation, Natalie will present the top franchisors based on your previous discussion (the Franchise Consultation in Step One). 

You will provide Natalie with your feedback as you begin your research.

Step 3 is Scheduling your Brand Introductory Calls with Franchise Development Representatives for your top brands. Natalie will provide you with suggested "Questions to Ask A Franchisor".

You and Natalie will meet after your Brand Introductory Calls, for you to continue to share feedback.

Step 4 is Reviewing Unit Economics with Franchise Development Representatives for your top brands. You and Natalie will meet after your Unit Economics Calls, for you to continue to share feedback.

Natalie will also make referrals to our Lending Partners so that you can discuss your funding strategy with a qualified Funding Specialist.

Step 5 is Attending Validation Calls with Franchise Development Representatives and Current Franchisees for your top brands.  Natalie will provide you with suggested "Questions to Ask A Franchisees".

You and Natalie will meet after your Validation Calls, for you to continue to share feedback. 

Step 6 is Reviewing the FDD with Franchise Development Representatives for your top brands. You and Natalie will meet after your FDD Review Calls, for you to continue to share feedback. 

Natalie will also provide you with a list of our recommended Franchise Attorneys so that you can understand the FDD and Franchise Agreement, both legal documents.

Step 7 is Preparing for Confirmation Day. The Franchise Development Representatives will invite you to meet the team at Company Headquarters. You and Natalie will meet after your Confirmation Day, for you to continue to share feedback.

Natalie will provide you with a checklist of items to complete before you attend Confirmation Day.

Step 8 is Decision Day. If you’re Approved after attending Confirmation Day, the Franchise Development Representative will expect you to make a decision, usually within 7-10 days. 

Natalie will continue to be available to you to share feedback and answer any remaining questions.