As the recession mounts and more jobs are shed, business ownership can be an appealing option, but burgeoning entrepreneurs must navigate a complicated landscape. A new company in Boca Raton is offering perspective owners a different option through franchising. FranchiseMart, 151 E. Palmetto Park Road, is run by father and son team Perry and Adam Blank, and they provide free consulting services to interested franchise seekers.
“We were looking into a few opportunities and options for our own business, but none panned out. We went back to the Internet to research, and it was so much to sift through and not an easy process,” said Perry.
During the search, they happened upon Franchise Mart’s parent company, United Franchise Group.
“We’ve been there and done that with more than 1,400 franchisees under the UFG umbrella of brands. We’re well acquainted with the skill sets and nuances of franchising and can help direct entrepreneurs to business opportunities that have the potential for success,” said UFG CEO Ray Titus.
Prospective clients come to the Boca location and sit down with Perry or Adam to get a sense of options and interests.
“They come in for a no pressure discussion, and we really try to get a sense of their qualifications, desires and interests. Maybe they’ve had a life-long dream or passion, and there may be an opportunity that matches,” said Adam.
Davie resident Kirby Salgado availed himself of the Blanks’ services and said their approach is comprehensive.
“They sit you down and ask very good, insightful questions to get to know your needs, skill set and interests. They are very easy to work with, and though I have yet to find the perfect match, I know this approach will be successful,” he said.
FranchiseMart is also hosting a franchise and business opportunity show Aug. 15 at the Town Center Mall, and Adam said there will be opportunities for all investment levels.
“It will be a great opportunity to meet face-to-face with franchise and business leaders. Loans will be approved on-site, and there will be several other financing options as well,” he said. For more information, visit www.franchisemart-bocaraton.com or call 561-210-7771.