Make the decision today to join hundreds of franchise companies that are making a dramatic two-for-one contribution: they are building the economic future of military veterans and the franchising industry. Consider adding your company to the "VetFran" list.
How can your franchise system stand out from among its competitors? What can a particular franchise system offer that captures the imagination of prospective investors, especially those who are military veterans?
Nearly 250 companies have answered that question by currently participating in the International Franchise Association's Veterans Transition Franchise Initiative known as "VetFran." Participating companies agree to offer veterans financial incentives to help lower their up-front cash outlay. This program benefits military veterans who are interested in operating their own small businesses. These veterans are ideal candidates because of their military background from which they gained experience working as team members within a highly-structured system, which is the model that most franchises use and they are very mission-focused.
The program utilizes the strength of the franchising industry. IFA doesn't receive any government money for the VetFran program; it's the private sector helping the veterans and is entirely voluntary and supported by association members. The IFA Web site, www.franchise.org, features company profiles and the financial incentives that they offer to veterans.
VetFran participating companies include:
1 800 905 GEEK
1-2-3 Fit
1-800 Water Damage
1-800-DryClean
1-800-GOT-JUNK?
A Sweet Beginning Wedding Consulting & Event Planners
AAMCO Transmissions
Accessible Home Health Care
Action COACH USA
Advanced Maintenance
AIM Mail Centers
Aire Serv Heating & Air Conditioning
All American Dell & Ice Cream Shops
All Tune & Lube
Allegra Print & Imaging
Alta Mere Window Tinting and Auto Alarms
Alternative Board
Always Best Care Senior Services
American Leak Detection
American Poolplayers Association
American Prosperity Group
American Ramp Systems
AmeriSpec
Andy OnCall
Athletic Nation Men's Fitness Gym
Baskin-Robbins
Bearclaw Coffee Co.
Best Coupon Book
Big O Tires
BounceU
Brightstar Franchising
Budget Blinds
Camp Bow Wow
Candy Bouquet
Careers USA
Caring Transitions
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