Directory.
CARDSERVICE INTERNATIONAL
(925) 314-9410
(925) 314-9410 FAX
3189 Danville Blvd., Suite 260, Alamo, CA 94507
Email: jsalyer@csi-corp.com
Internet: http://www.cardservice.com
CONTACT: John Salyer, Director of Partnership Development
San Ramon Office
12657 Alcosta, Suite 540, San Ramon, CA 94583
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Merchant services provider. Credit/Debit/Gift Cards/Check. Start-up welcome.
CHASE MERCHANT SERVICES, LLC
(954) 845-4938
3975 NW 120th Avenue, Coral Springs, FL 33065
Email: dmullins@chasemerchantservices.com
Internet: http://www.chasemerchantservices.com
CONTACT: Deborah Mullins, Director, Franchise Sales; Mildred Chan, Sr. Marketing Manager
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Payment Processing.
CHECKCARE ENTERPRISES LLC
(800) 673-2435
(706) 596-1306
(706) 596-0337 FAX
8900 Greeneway Commons Place, Suite 200, Louisville, KY 40220
Email: cindy@checkcare.com
Internet: http://www.checkcare.com
CONTACT: Cindy Schneider, Director, Sales & Marketing; Jeff Harden, Vice President, Business Development
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Checkcare provides customized check processing solutions for single and multi-unit retailers, specializing in franchisee programs. 100% Check Guarantee, Returned Check Consolidation, Check Conversion/Imaging, Electronic Check Re-presentment, 24x7 Online Image Access.
DINERS CLUB INTERNATIONAL
(434) 286-9029
(434) 286-9032 FAX
3247 West River Road, Scottsville, VA 24590
Email: joy.c.kuhar@citigroup.com
Internet: http://www.diners.us.com
CONTACT: Joy Kuhar, VP, National Business Development
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Charge Card.
DISCOVER BUSINESS SERVICES
(800) 282-9773
(224) 405-4479
(224) 405-4780 FAX
2121 Waukegan Road, 3 North, Bannockburn, IL 60015-1827
Email: teresarowe@discoverfinancial.com
Internet: http://www.discoverbiz.com
CONTACT: Teresa C. Rowe, Manager, Franchise Development
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Credit Card Services/Processing. Established in 1985.
FIRST DATA MERCHANT SERVICES
Direct Business Group
(800) 767-2484 Ext. 5198
(407) 402-6951
(407) 290-6632 FAX
8027 Canyon Lake Circle, Orlando, FL 32835
Email: thomas.epstein@firstdata.com
Internet: http://www.firstdatadirect.com
CONTACT: Thomas Epstein, Business Development Director; Start Balkema, Business Development-Franchise
Norton Shores Office 4649 Susan Street, Norton Shores, MI 49441
Atlanta Office
5660 New Northside Drive, Atlanta, GA 30328
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Full line of payment processing products and services including Master Card, Visa, American Express, Discover Card, Diners Club, JCB, Telecheck Electronic Check Authorization, Debit, Gift Card, Loyalty Card, and a variety of equipment and software solutions.
FIRST NATIONAL MERCHANT SOLUTIONS
(800) 228-2443
(402) 636-6472
(402) 633-4031 FAX
222 S. 15th St., Omaha, NE 68102
Email: bwine@foomp.com
Internet: http://www.foomp.com
CONTACT: Bryan Wine, Third Party Sales Manager; Jill Hedrick, Marketing Specialist
TYPE OF BUSINESS: First National Merchant Solutions is a premier payment processor, specializing in providing clients the lastest in payment and credit card processing technologies.
INNOVATIVE PAYMENT SOLUTIONS
(877) 290-4485
(303) 370-9339
(303) 837-1643 FAX
P.O. Box 461793, Aurora, CO 80046-1793
Email: sales@ipsiusa.com
Internet: http://www.ipsiusa.com
CONTACT: Richard Fontanese, VP/Business Services Advisor; Robert Allen, VP/Customer Service
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Credit card processing solutions that add value to our clients' business success. We offer swipe, keyed and recurring payment solutions to maximize customer profit.
JUSTCHEX LLC
(866) 587-8249
(805) 604-4472
(805) 604-4482 FAX
500 Esplanade Drive, Suite 700, Oxnard, CA 93036
Email: customerservice@justchex.net
Internet: http://www.justchex.net
CONTACT: Richard McShirley, Vice President of Business Development; Marnie Stief, New Client Manager
TYPE OF BUSINESS: JUSTCHEX is the leading provider of online solutions focused on the processing of returned checks for payment used by thousands of franchise business locations.
MASTERCARD INTERNATIONAL
(914) 249-5913
(914) 249-4208 FAX
2000 Purchase Street, Purchase, NY 10577
Email: mark_davis@mastercard.com
Internet: http://www.mastercard.com
CONTACT: Mark Davis, Account Vice President; Tom Zebrowski, Vice President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: MasterCard International is a global leader in providing consumers and businesses with flexible payment solutions for all their spending needs. MasterCard is accepted at more than 21 million merchant locations worldwide.
TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS CORPORATION
(866) 404-2244
(864) 303-6491
(866) 544-9148 FAX
816 Curie Drive, Alpharetta, GA 30005
Email: mdempsey@technologysolutionscorp.com
Internet: http://www.technologysolutionscorp.com
CONTACT: Michael Dempsey, Director of Sales; Ann Curtis, Director of Wireless Services
Greenville Office
#1 Chick Springs Road, #214E, Box 102, Greenville, SC 29609
TYPE OF BUSINESS: National Authorized Representative for Nextel. We specialize in advanced Nextel data applications like AirProfit, the new credit card processing service through your Nextel phone, and ActSoft Comet GPS tracking services.
COMPUTER SOFTWARE/ INTERNET SERVICES
AMERICAN EXPRESS TAX & BUSINESS SERVICES
(800) 621-0373
(312) 634-3400
(312) 634-3410 FAX
One South Wacker Drive, Suite 800, Chicago, IL 60603
Email: thomas.j.grean@aexp.com
Internet: http://www.americanexpress.com
CONTACT: Thomas Green, Managing Director; Andre Lerman, Managing Director
TYPE OF BUSINESS: American Express Tax and Business Services, Inc., an American Express subsidiary, is one of the top ten accounting and consulting firms the country. TBS has over 2,700 professionals in over 50 offices across the country. American Express Company is a diversified worldwide travel, financial and network services company founded in 1850. It is a world leader in charge and credit cards, Travelers Cheques, travel, financial planning, business services, insurance and international banking.
BERKSHIRE ASSOCIATES, INC.
(800) 882-8904 Ext. 1317
(410) 995-1195
(410) 995-1198 FAX
8930 Route 108, Suite D, Columbia, MD 21045
Email: alb@berkshire-aap.com
Internet: http://www.berkshire-aap.com
CONTACT: Al Britton, New Business Development; Mark Yokel, National Sales Manager
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Human Resource consulting firm specializing in Employee Handbooks for franchise owners. For franchise owners operating in an at will employment state this is a must.
CERTILEARN, INC.
(703) 288-0050
7600 Leesburg Pike, Site 450, Falls Church, VA 22043
Email: info@certilearn.com
Interact: http://www.certilearn.com
CONTACT: Jeff Ward, President & CEO
CGI GROUP, INC.
(514) 841-3200
(514) 841-3299 FAX
1130 Sherbrooke Street West, Montreal, PQ H3A 2M8 CANADA
Email: dave.fournier@cgi.com
Internet: http://www.cgi.com
CONTACT: David C. Fournier, VP, Corporate Marketing
TYPE OF BUSINESS: IT Services Provider.
CM IT SOLUTIONS
(866) 447-3666
(512) 477-6667
(512) 692-3711 FAX
537 Woodward Street, Suite D, Austin, TX 78704
Email: victor@computermoms.com
Internet: http://www.computermoms.com
CONTACT: Victor Burzynski, Vice President; Linda Burzynski, President & CEO
TYPE OF BUSINESS: On-site computer training and support services. We can be your outsourced IT department.
CREATIVE MEDIA GROUP, INC. (CMG)
(877) 438-6073
(520) 917-2677
(520) 887-2850 FAX
3760 North Commerce Drive, Suite 100, Tucson, AZ 85705
Email: franchise@cmg.net
Internet: http://www.cmg.net
CONTACT: Robert Stoeber, President
Chester Office 245 Main Street, Suite 204, Chester, NJ 07930
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Creative Media Group, Inc. is an Application Services Provider that supplies e-commerce consulting, Web site design, and customized Internet/Intranet applications and solutions to major corporations, franchisors, and their customers worldwide.
CYRIOUS SOFTWARE
(407) 909-9544
(225) 753-7948 FAX
2600 Crescent Lake Court, Windermere, FL 34786
Email: ccarter@cyrious.net
Interact: http://www.cyrious.net
CONTACT: Charles E. Carter, President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Business Management Software.
DATAGENCE
(732) 842-1001
(732) 842-5999 FAX
2-40 Bridge Avenue, BLDG 6, 3rd Floor, Red Bank, N3 07701
Email: pchachko@datagence.com
Internet: http://www.datagence.com
CONTACT: Paul C. Chachko, CEO
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Database Marketing.
DISTANCE LEARNING, INC.
(212) 353-0021
135 Fifth Avenue, Third Floor, New York, NY 10010
Email: scervieri@dli.com
Internet: http://www.dli.com
CONTACT: Stephen Cervieri, Director of Sales and Marketing
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Educational Software.
EXACTTARGET
(317) 423-3928
(317) 423-8735 FAX
47 South Meridian, Suite 300, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Internet: http://www.exacttarget.com
CONTACT: Scott Dorsey, CEO/President
EXPETEC TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
(888) 297-2292
(605) 225-4122
(605) 225-5176 FAX
P.O. Box 487, Aberdeen, SD 57402-0487
Email: bryang@cdfs.com
Internet: http://www.expetec.biz
CONTACT: Bryan German, VP Strategic Business Svcs; Lonnie Helgerson, CEO
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Turn key solution provider for franchise systems POS, Information Systems, Hardware, Software, Communications Systems, Help Desk, and outsourced IT solutions. Nationwide coverage for systemwide solutions.
FRANCHISE BUSINESS SYSTEMS, INC.
(800) 382-1040
(954) 563-1269
(954) 563-2153 FAX
2319 N. Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311-3924
Email: info@franchiseaccounting.com
Internet: http://www.franchiseaccounting.com
CONTACT: Steven J. Weil, EA, PhD., President; Leonard Cohan, Director Business Development
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Financial management, royalty processing and collection, accounting, bookkeeping and payroll services, business consulting and business valuation. We help you make and keep more money.
FRANCONNECT
(703) 204-2944
(703) 991-1461 FAX
2230 Gallows Road, Suite 380, Vienna, VA 22027
Email: hiren.patel@franconnect.com
Internet: http://www.franconnect.com
CONTACT: Hiren Patel, Director of Sales and Marketing; Amit Pamecha, President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: FranConnect is the leading provider of Franchise Management Systems that allow franchise organizations to manage all aspects of their operations, including Sales, Marketing, Financial Data Collection and Analysis, Royalty Invoicing and EFT, Contract Management, Customer Management, Help Desk, Franchisee Support, Online Training, Supply Management, Hiring Management, Email Marketing, Franchisee Web-sites, ZIP Code Locator Service, QuickBooks, Peachtree and POS Integration.
FRANSITES
(800) 277-2739
(801) 397-3726
(801) 296-1974 FAX
563 West 500 South, Suite 220, Bountiful, UT 84010-8172
Email: info@fransites.com
Internet: http://www.fransites.com
CONTACT: Karin Franklin, Director of Project Management; David Leoncavallo, CEO
TYPE OF BUSINESS: FranSites is a total online business solution for franchise and multi-unit organizations. Web templates, web development and intranet services that can even collect royalties online. To the franchisees, they receive an expensive looking website with many functionalities: A control panel to edit sections of the website to make it truly their own, POP3 emails, unlimited disk space and your own domain name.
IFX ONLINE
(888) 232-6878
(858) 792-3511
(858) 755-6044 FAX
12526 High Bluff Drive, Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92130
Email: info@ifxonline.com
Interact: http://www.ifxonline.com
CONTACT: Daniel Martin, President & CEO
TYPE OF BUSINESS: IFX Online produces web-based Franchise Management Systems specifically for franchise organizations. Intranets, Extranets, Localized Websites, Royalty Reporting/Analysis systems and Online Ad Design modules are just a few of the franchisee-friendly applications IFX has produced for companies such as GNC, Midas, IHOP and Ben & Jerry's-- www.ifxonline.com--858-792-3511.
INTUIT
(800) 498-7401 Ext. 12343
(520) 901-3001 FAX
2800 E. Commerce Center Place, Tucson, AZ 85706
Email: volume_orders@intuit.com
Internet: http://www.intuit.com
CONTACT: Bob Allard, National Account Specialist; Michelle Owens, National Account Manager
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Intuit Inc. (Nasdaq: INTU) is a leading provider of business and financial management solutions for small and mid-sized businesses, consumers and accounting professionals. Its flagship products and services, including QuickBooks and TurboTax software, simplify small business management and payroll processing, personal finance, and tax preparation and filing. See our Website: http://quickbooks.intuit.com/commerce/catalog/pro duct.jhtml?priorityCode=0273400000&prodld=pro d0000000000005960402
OFFSITE SOLUTIONS INT'L (REMOTE DATA BACKUPS)
(970) 407-1490
(970) 377-0411 FAX
2044 Bennington Circle, Fort Collins, CO 80526
Email: sales@remotcdatabackups.com
Internet: http://www.remotedatabackups.com
CONTACT: Daniel M. Dugal, CEO; John Clark, Director
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Remote Data Backups is an automatic, secure and affordable way to backup your critical data at every location, every night. Your data is automatically backed up offsite (using 112-Bit, Triple DES Encryption) to two mirrored data centers via your existing Internet connection. Our software is tailored towards the franchise community and includes advanced functions like Archiving, Remote Access, Account Sharing, Windows Heal, Remote Control, PC Migration, Asset Survey and Tracking. A proper offsite data protection plan is essential for each and every one of your franchise locations.
PBE PARTNERS, LLC
Ellish Marketing Group/Market Velocity
(303) 762-0360
(303) 762-8387 FAX
61 Cherry Hills Farm Drive, Englewood, CO 80113
Email: warren.ellish@ellishmarketing.com
Internet: http://www.pbexperience.com
CONTACT: F. Warren Ellish, Partner; Henning Droeger, Partner
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Powered By Experience is the only comprehensive and completely customizable Web based communication system for franchise organizations. A system that harnesses the experience gained during 25+ years of senior marketing management and consulting with industry leading multi-unit businesses. PBE streamlines the development, production, acquisition and delivery of information and materials throughout franchise organizations. Modules include calendaring function, message board, email, digital archiving, intranet, design and production of customizable marketing materials. direct mail programs and on-line procurement/fulfillment.
SAFEGUARD BUSINESS SYSTEMS INC
(800) 338-0636 Ext. 4783
(214) 640-3958 FAX
8585 N. Stemmons Freeway, Suite 600N, Dallas, TX 75247-3836
CONTACT: Mark Behrens, Director of Recruiting
TYPE OF BUSINESS: The world's leading manufacturer of small business compliance/record-keeping systems, Safeguard's franchise services division markets business solutions including manual one-write systems, computer forms and checks, batch data processing services, automated payroll processing, small business accounting software, color-coded filing systems, and billing/collection programs specifically customized to meet the needs of the franchisee and franchisor. Established in 1956, Safeguard's success is based on local, personal service and on-site training programs conducted across the globe.
SYMBOL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
(800) 722-6234 3889
(631) 738-4645 FAX
One Symbol Plaza, Holtsville, NY 11742
Email: captra@symbol.com
Internet: http://www.captra.symbol.com
CONTACT: Diana Civelli, Director, Business Development; Roboin Larocco, Business Development Manager
Lake Forest Office 25541 Commercentre Drive, Lake Forest, CA 92630
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Symbol's Captra software integrates the functionality of QuickBooks and Symbol's scanning technology, enabling small businesses to increase productivity and manage their operations from virtually anywhere.
SERVANT SYSTEMS, INC.
(734) 475-1619
(734) 475-3075 FAX
P.O. Box 7087, Ann Arbor, MI 48107
Email: ddesmith@servantsystems.com
Internet: http://www.servantsystems.com
CONTACT: Don DeSmith, President
Chelsea Office 13770 Island Lake Road, Chelsea, MI 48118
TYPE OF BUSINESS: As a software solutions provider and a Microsoft Certified Partner (both since 1992), Servant Systems maintains a consistent record of cost effective service to the franchise industry. We primarily develop custom software for franchisees, provide software integration services for the home office, and offer technology consulting (including evaluating off-the-shelf options) to franchisors and their internal IT staffs. We make it possible for franchisors to implement custom software for both their franchisees and their home office that embodies best practices and delivers crucial feedback. Servant Systems develops franchise management systems, sales reporting applications, and other essential software systems that enable franchisees to successfully optimize their operational efficiency, marketing performance and profit margins. We design comprehensive information systems that include royalty data, leading indicators, and other analyses of franchise business activities. Servant Systems constantly updates underlying technologies so our customers experience the benefits of new technology at low cost. Servant Systems' solutions provide the key day-to-day information that franchisors and franchisees must have to more effectively focus on business development and customer service.
TOPS SYSTEMS, LLC
(678) 498-4014
(678) 498-4014 FAX
814 Trail Ridge Drive, Louisville, CO 80027
Email: ekraft@tops-profile.com
Internet: http://www.tops-profile.com
CONTACT: Elizabeth Kraft, Manager, Sales & Marketing; Paul Chinowsky, Director
TYPE OF BUSINESS: TOPS Systems provides customers with the TOPS Web-based system to assist in selecting and qualifying general contractors for the development of franchise outlets.
CONSTRUCTION/MANAGEMENT
COMMERCIAL LIGHTING INDUSTRIES
(800) 755-0155
(760) 328-9431
(760) 770-7182 FAX
72650 Dinah Shore Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92253
Email: tricia@commercial-lighting.net
CONTACT: Tricia Daniels, Lighting Consultant; Frank Halcovich, Owner
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Commercial Lighting is your #1 source for light bulbs and fixtures. We are committed to providing the highest level of customer service. We offer competitive pricing, quality products, a large inventory, same-day shipping, and 100% guarantee.
THE CREATIVE EDGE
(815) 937-1855
(815) 937-1859 FAX
231 East Broadway, Bradley, IL 60914
Email: sales@tceweb.com
Internet: http://www.tceweb.com
CONTACT: Brent Chenoweth, Director, Sales & Marketing; Todd Lambert, President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Full service custom sign and exhibit company specializing in nationwide corporate identity programs. Our philosophy is simple: Treat each client as if they are the only client.
DWYER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
(254) 745-2403
(254) 745-2566 FAX
P.O. Box 3146, Waco, TX 76707-0146
CONTACT: George Dillner, Vice President, National Accounts
F.C. DADSON, INC.
(800) 728-0338
(920) 757-1486 Ext. 110
(920) 7571492 FAX
N 1043 Craftsman Drive, Suite 2, Greenville, WI 54942
Email: lmyer@fcdadson.com
Internet: http://www.fcdadson.com
CONTACT: Larry Myer, Corporate Sales Manager; Rebecca Pettit, Sales Assistant/Marketing
TYPE OF BUSINESS: F.C. Dadson is a national designer and manufacturer of custom store fixtures and displays who is dedicated to quality craftsmanship and unbeatable service.
LOAD KING INC.
(904) 633-7368
(904) 360-6251 FAX
1357 West Beaver Street, Jacksonville, FL 32209-7632
Email: chenders@loadking.com
Internet: http://www.loadking.com
CONTACT: Craig Henderson, Director of National Branding Program
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Manufacture of Store Packages.
PERMA-GLAZE, INC.
(800) 332-7397
(520) 722-9718
(520) 296-4393 FAX
1638 S. Research Loop Road, Suite 160, Tucson, AZ 85710
Email: permaglaze@theriver.com
Internet: http://www.permaglaze.com
CONTACT: Dale R. Young, President; Laura Tremaine, V.P. International Development
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Perma-Glaze specializes in the multi-surface restoration of bathroom/kitchen fixtures, wall tile, appliances, etc. Refinishable surfaces include porcelain, fiberglass, acrylic, cultured marble, formica, ceramic and most building materials. We specialize in commerical work for the hotel and restaurant business.
WALLS + FORMS, INC.
(972) 745-0800
(972) 304-8309 FAX
850 North Lake Road, Bldg. 100, Coppell, TX 75019
Email: info@wallsforms.com
Internet: http://www.wallsforms.com
CONTACT: Dan South, President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Manufacturing retail fixtures, furniture & signage products.
CONVENTION/PLANNING TRAVEL
CONCEPTS WORLDWIDE
(760) 602-3232
(760) 602-8282 FAX
2035 Corte del Nogal, Suite 160, Carlsbad, CA 92009-1444
Email: dlarson@conceptsworldwide.com
Internet: http://www.conceptsworldwide.com
CONTACT: Dan Larson, National Account Executive
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Meeting Management.
CORNERSTONE PRODUCTIONS
(801) 221-4804 FAX
824 North 1430 West, Orem, UT 84057-2891
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Convention Planning.
DAKEXPO LTD.
(615) 377-8967
(615) 661-6218 FAX
105 West Park Drive, Brentwood, TN 37077
Email: bob@dakexpo.com
Internet: http://www.dakexpo.com
CONTACT: Bob Layne, Director, North America
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Event Organizer/Consultant.
HYATT REGENCY TAMAYA RESORT & SPA
(505) 771-6006
(505) 867-1400 FAX
1300 Tuyuna Trail, Santa Ana Pueblo, NM 87004
Email: dkupersc@tamaypo.hyatt.com
Internet: http://www.tamaya.hyatt.com
CONTACT: Daniel Kuperschmid, Director of Sales
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Hotel/Conference Center.
PALM SPRINGS CONVENTION CENTER SMG
(760) 322-8402
(760) 322-6921 FAX
277 North Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262-6440
Email: kbutera@palmspringscc.com
Internet: http://www.smgworldwide.com
CONTACT: Ken Butera, Director of Sales & Marketing
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Convention Destination.
EDUCATION/TRAINING
BERLITZ INTERNATIONAL
(800) 626-6419
(609) 514-3046
(609) 514-9675 FAX
400 Alexander Park, Princeton, NJ 08540
Email: charles.gilbert@berlitz.com
Internet: http://www.berlitz.com
CONTACT: Charles J. Gilbert, Director, Worldwide Franchise Support
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Language instruction, publication travel and self-teaching, translation and interpretations.
BUSINESS RESOURCE SERVICES
(800) 488-3520
(206) 284-5102
(206) 282-4092 FAX
200 1st Avenue W., Suite 301, Seattle, WA 98119
Email: owen@brs-seattle.com
Internet: http://www.brs-seattle.com
CONTACT: Laurie Owen, Senior Vice President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: BRS' educational programs give franchisors the tools to improve and measure franchisee financial performance. BRS Financially In Tune software helps franchisees make better financial decisions for their companies.
DIVERSITY TRAINING GROUP
(800) 684-4250
(703) 478-9191
(703) 709-0591 FAX
692 Pine Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Email: mauriciov@diversitydtg.com
Internet: http://www.diversitydtg.com
CONTACT: Mauricio Velasquez, President & CEO
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Diversity strategy, training and consulting firm Also specializing in diversity marketing and sexual harassment prevention training and consulting firm. Newest service--Spanish Translation Services, LLC.
FRANCHISE BUSINESS SYSTEMS, INC.
(800) 382-1040
(954) 563-1269
(954) 563-2153 FAX
2319 N. Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311-3924
Email: info@franchiseaccounting.com
Internet: http://www.franchiseaccounting.com
CONTACT: Steven J. Weil, EA, PhD., President; Leonard Cohan, Director Business Development
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Financial management, royalty processing and collection, accounting, bookkeeping and payroll services, business consulting and business valuation. We help you make and keep more money.
FRANCHISE DEVELOPMENTS, INC.
(800) 576-5115
(412) 687-8485
(412) 687-0541 FAX
4730 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Email: franchise-dev@earthlink.net
Interact: http://www.franchise-dev.com
CONTACT: Harriet L. Franklin, Ph.D., Vice President of Communications
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Franchise Developments, Inc. creates and conducts training programs for franchise organizations in the U.S. and abroad. If the client wishes, we customize these programs to meet the specific needs of the franchise. Some of the programs we have developed are Building a Winning Franchisor/Franchisee Team, Your Field Consultant: A Key Communicator and Problem Solver, Training Your Franchise Trainers, How to Provide Excellent On-The-Job Training, Delivering Superior Customer Service, and the Effective Executive: Leadership and Management Skills for Running a Profitable Franchise. In addition, we are available to speak at regional or national conferences and conventions on these topics and others. We also conduct a two-day seminar Writing an Effective Franchise Operations Manual for the IFA.
FRANCHISE EMERGENCY ACTION TEAM
(760) 320-9991
(760) 320-1288 FAX
888 Research Drive, Suite 100, Palm Springs, CA 92262
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Our non-profit network mobilizes the resources of the franchise community and their business associates to help people affected by disasters. We accomplish this through education, preparation, response, recovery in cooperation with national, stare and local volunteer and government agencies. Established in 1994.
FRANCHISE RELATIONSHIPS INSTITUTE
011-61-7-3217-7323
011-61-7-3217-8289 FAX
P.O. Box 233 Toowong, Queensland, 4066 Australia
Email: info@franchiserelationships.com
Internet: http://www.franchiserelationships.com
CONTACT: Greg Nathan, Managing Director; Gina Chow, General Manager
TYPE OF BUSINESS: We provide publications, franchise management tools, conference presentations, and franchise education services to help franchisors and franchisees succeed together.
FRANCONNECT
(703) 204-2944
(703) 991-1461 FAX
2230 Gallows Road, Suite 380, Vienna, VA 22027
Email: hiren.patel@franconnect.com
Internet: http://www.franconnect.com
CONTACT: Hiren Patel, Director of Sales and Marketing; Amit Pamecha, President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: FranConnect is the leading provider of Franchise Management Systems that allow franchise organizations to manage all aspects of their operations, including Sales, Marketing, Financial Data Collection and Analysis, Royalty Invoicing and EFT, Contract Management, Customer Management, Help Desk, Franchisee Support, Online Training, Supply Management, Hiring Management, Email Marketing, Franchisee Web-sites, ZIP Code Locator Service, QuickBooks, Peachtree and POS Integration.
MANAGEMENT 2000
(800) 847-5763
(713) 952-3177
(713) 952-3830 FAX
15434 Walkwood Drive, Houston, TX 77079-4214
Email: m2000@mgmt2000.com
Internet: http://www.mgmt2000.com
CONTACT: Bob Gappa, President; Kevin Hogan, Senior Consultant
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Management 2000 develops & conducts training programs specifically for franchising, conduct a regular schedule of seminars in cities across the U.S. for franchise recruiters, field personnel and franchise executives. We customize & conduct these programs for our clients. We write training programs for initial franchisee training, convention workshops and other training to meet clients' specific needs. Our training leads participants to understand the power of franchising & their role in the strategic-partnership between franchisor and franchisee. Programs for field personnel include how to use the consultative approach as well as how to implement business planning & local store marketing with franchisees.
MICHAEL H. SEID & ASSOCIATES, LLC
(860) 523-4257
(248) 879-1569
(860) 523-4530 FAX
94 Mohegan Drive, West Hartford, CT 06117-1403
Email: mseid@msaworldwide.com
Internet: http://www.msaworldwide.com
CONTACT: Michael H. Seid, CFE, Managing Director; Kay Marie Ainsley, Managing Director
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Michael H. Seid & Associates provides domestic and international franchise consulting services to established franchisors, companies seeking to establish franchise and licensing systems and attorneys seeking litigation support and expert witnesses. Our straightforward, practical advice to problem solving has earned us the reputation of being able to deliver strategies that can be effectively implemented by our client's personnel. We provide unparalleled personal service to our clients. Our expertise in the design, development and operation of domestic and international franchise, restaurant and retail systems is our hallmark. Companies entering franchising benefit from our approach to first learning their business and developing strategies to achieve their goals, rather than offering them prepackaged or one size fits all approaches to franchise system design and development. Established franchisors recognize that our background as both franchisors and franchisees and our experience in branding, retailing, marketing and finance provide them with a team of advisors who have the practical experience necessary to craft and implement leading edge strategies to improve their system's performance through: Tactical strategies, Franchise system design and development, Marketing and customer service strategies to improve unit performance, Domestic and international expansion strategies, Individual and multi-unit franchisee lead generation and closure strategies, System manuals and training programs, Headquarters and field support structures to improve effectiveness, Strategies and systems to improve franchisee relations. Michael also coauthored Franchising for Dummies with Dave Thomas, Founder of Wendy's.
SANDLER SYSTEMS, INC.
(800) 638-5686
(410) 559-2030
(410) 358-7858 FAX
10411 Stevenson Road, Stevenson, MD 21153-0600
Email: dmattson@sandler.com
Internet: http://www.sandler.com
CONTACT: Dave Mattson, VP, National Accounts; Steve Howell, Director, Operations
TYPE OF BUSINESS: For more than 30 years, the Sandier Sales Institute has been a leader in sales and sales management training. Sandler's distinctive, non-traditional selling system and highly effective sales training methodology have helped salespeople and sales managers at every level take charge of the selling process. Contact one of our 160+ local training centers and jump start your franchisee's sales.
NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY
Huizenga School of Business & Entrepreneurship
(800) 672-7223
(954) 262-5000
(954) 294-6661 FAX
3301 College Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314-7796
Email: info@huizenga.nova.edu
Internet: http://www.petersons.com/huizenga
CONTACT: Karen Goldberg, Assistant Director, Marketing Operations
TYPE OF BUSINESS: We offer weekend and online Master's and Doctoral Business and Entrepreneurship programs designed for the working professional, including executive education for franchising, including courses that lead to a CFE designation.
POWER TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT, INC.
(866) 339-4606
(949) 733-0801
(949) 733-0834 FAX
4676 Sierra Tree Lane, Irvine, CA 92612
Email: paula@PowerTD.com
Internet: http://www.PowerTD.com
CONTACT: Paula Powers, President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Power Training and Development designs and develops user friendly, paper-based, and/or electronic operations manuals, as well as customized interactive training to insure consistent customer satisfaction.
TORTAL.NET
(704) 644-8156
(704) 377-1490 FAX
128 South Tryon Street, Suite 900, Charlotte, NC 28202-5001
Email: cordell@tortal.net
Internet: http://www.tortal.net
CONTACT: Cordell Riley, VP/GM
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Tortal.net possesses the tools and skills necessary to produce your company's on-line training center. Tortal.net can deliver a web-based training solution for you quickly professionally, and inexpensively.
KEITH WINFREE & COMPANY, INC./SALES TRAINING
Winfree Marketing & Sales Institute
(513) 227-2633
11427 Reed Hartman Highway, Cincinnati, OH 45241
Email: kwinfree@kwinfree.com
Internet: http://www.winfree.org
CONTACT: Keith Winfree, PhD, Managing Partner; Dan Kreutzer, Partner
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Our happiest customers (franchisors, franchisees) have increased sales 200% to 300%. Our best customers love the fact that together we set a goal in writing and for a fixed fee we stay with the client until they reach the annual sales goal. We provide two days of face to face training at annual franchisor conferences and weekly live phone coaching until goal is met as well as 800 number phone support.
EXECUTIVE SEARCH
FRANCHISE RECRUITERS, LTD.[R]
(800) 334-6257
(708) 757-5595
(416)322-5730 Canada
(708) 758-8222 FAX
3500 Innsbruck, Lincolnshire Country Club, Crete, IL 60417
Email: franchise@att.net
Interact: http://www.franchiserecruiters.com
CONTACT: Jerry Wilkerson, President, Former Executive Vice President and Director of the IFA; George Kinzie, President, Canadian Office
Toronto Office Toronto, ON M4S 3B1 Canada
TYPE OF BUSINESS: 26 years in the business of franchising as the source for hiring qualified franchise management professionals in the disciplines of President/CEO/COO, National Franchise Sales, International Development, Operations, Board Members, Marketing, Legal, Finance, Training, Real Estate, Administration, and Consulting. One year replacement guarantee on candidates, and the most competitive search fees in the franchise industry. Discrete business and personal hiring solutions provided for clients and candidates. For a private discussion on corporate recruiting requirements, or a personal review of career objectives, contact us in complete confidence. Admirable Client references provided.
FRANCHISE SEARCH, INC.
(845) 727-4103
(845) 727-3918 FAX
48 Burd Street, Suite 101, Nyack, NY 10960
Email: dkushell @ franchise-search.com
Internet: http://www.franchise-search.com
CONTACT: Douglas T. Kushell, President; Stacie Magurno, Director
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Franchise Search, Inc., franchising's premier recruiting firm, is the world's leading source for experienced franchise professionals. Franchise Search provides franchise organizations with franchise executives in every discipline: President, Sales, Operations, Training, Marketing and Advertising, Legal, Finance, Real Estate and Construction and International Development. Our search process is custom made to match the hiring needs of any size franchisor, resulting in a win-win scenario for both companies and candidates alike. Established in 1983. "No one has more recruiting experience than Kushell."
FRANSEARCH
LionHorse.com, Inc.
(800) 213-5164
(800)397-FRAN
(801) 397-3726
(413) 653-6823 FAX
563 West 500 South, Suite 220, Bountiful, UT 84010-8172
Email: info@fransearch.net
Internet: http://www.fransearch.net
CONTACT: David Leoncavallo, President & CEO; Laurie Franklin, Office Manager
TYPE OF BUSINESS: FranSearch is a Franchise and Hospitality service company primarily focused in Executive Recruiting to the franchise corporate offices. FranSearch recruits executives for franchisors, franchisees and Hospitality companies worldwide. These companies use our services to recruit their highly specialized positions difficult to fill within the Franchise industry. FranSearch helps them improve their marketing efforts by bringing in the best franchise executives including sales, marketing, real estate, development, R&D and operations managers.
THE MARSHALL GROUP
Executive Franchise Search
(831) 620-1144
(831) 620-0984 FAX
316 Mid Valley Center, Suite 226, Carmel, CA 93923
Email: Lois@the-marshall-group.com
Internet: http://www.the-marshall-group.com
CONTACT: Lois V. Marshall, President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: The Marshall Group places qualified franchise professionals in every area of executive management, including: President/CEO, Board Members, Development, Sales Marketing, Operations, Real Estate, Legal, Finance, Training, Administrative, and Consulting, domestically and internationally. We have the most competitive rates and offer a one year replacement guarantee on candidates hired through The Marshall Group. We conduct all assignments as discretely and confidentially as possible, guaranteeing total confidentiality for both clients and candidates alike. Contact us to discuss your recruiting needs, or your personal career objectives.
FINANCIAL SERVICES
AMERICAN EXPRESS TAX & BUSINESS SERVICES
(800) 621-0373
(312) 634-3400
(312) 634-3410 FAX
One South Wacker Drive, Suite 800, Chicago, IL 60603
Email: thomas.j.green@aexp.com
Internet: http://www.americanexpress.com
CONTACT: Thomas Green, Managing Director; Andre Lerman, Managing Director
TYPE OF BUSINESS: American Express Tax and Business Services, Inc., an American Express subsidiary, is one of the top ten accounting and consulting firms in the country. TBS has over 2,700 professionals in over 50 offices across the country. American Express Company is a diversified worldwide travel, financial and network services company founded in 1850. It is a world leader in charge and credit cards, Travelers Cheques, travel, financial planning, business services, insurance and international banking.
AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSING-MAJOR ACCOUNTS
(973) 404-4010
15 Waterview Blvd., Parsippany, NJ 07054
Email: slade.kobran@adp.com
CONTACT: Slade Kobran, VP, Business Development
TYPE OF BUSINESS: HR/Payroll Services.
BENETRENDS, INC.
(866) 837-6063
(619) 692-3807
(619) 858-2696 FAX
600 W. Broadway, Suite 930, San Diego, CA 92101-3352
Email: lfischer@benetrends.cc
Internet: http://www.benetrends.cc
CONTACT: Leonard Fischer, President; Cheryl Fischer, Vice President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: We assist individuals in becoming franchisees by making their 401 (k) and other retirement plan assets as investment in franchises.
BUSINESS LENDERS, LLC
(877) 34-LOANS Ext. 200
(860) 244-9202
(860) 527-0884 FAX
15 Lewis Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Email: hprice@businesslenders.com
Interact: http://www.businesslenders.com
CONTACT: Henry Price, Franchise Lending Officer; Judy Hart, SVP & Director of Marketing
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Business Lenders is a leading non-bank SBA lender dedicated to financing franchise startups, resales, single stores, multi-store operations and expansions. Our National Franchise Lending Program offers long term financing from $100,000 to $2 million for franchises located in all fifty states and Puerto Rico. Loans are used to start up new stores, purchase real estate, remodel, enhance, acquire an existing franchise or refinance debt. Our customers franchise concepts include retail, restaurants, hotels/motels, gas stations, educational centers, auto and other service businesses nationwide. Our mission is to help entrepreneurs realize the dream of owning and operating their own businesses. We are extremely responsive to existing and prospective franchisees and have the experience and financing to be an outstanding partner to franchisors.
CANADIAN IMPERIAL BANK OF COMMERCE
(416) 980-3225
(416) 980-3229 FAX
CIBC, Commercial Banking, Commerce Court Postal Station, Toronto, M5L 1A2 Canada
Email: charles.scrivener@cibc.com
Internet: http://www.cibc.com
CONTACT: Charles M. Scrivener, General Manager, National Franchising
TYPE OF BUSINESS: A nationally chartered Canadian bank with over 1200 branches and $175 billion (US) in assets. Full service financial institution serving the needs of both franchisor and franchisee. Assists U.S. franchisors with expansion into Canada. Established in 1867.
CAPISTAR FRANCHISE HOLDINGS, INC.
Capistar Franchise Holdings, Inc.
(952) 942-5561
(952) 942-5793 FAX
6385 Old Shady Oak Road, Suite 290, Eden Prairie, MN 55344
Email: inquiry@capistar.com
Internet: http://www.capistar.com
CONTACT: Jeffrey C. Elgin, CEO
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Capistar Franchise Holdings, Inc. is exactly what its name implies. We are a holding company that makes investments in independent operating companies that have, as a common denominator, interests in the franchise industry.
CIT SMALL BUSINESS LENDING
(800) 713-4984
(800) 328-7420 FAX
650 CIT Drive, Livingston, NJ 07039
Email: leadsgen@cit.com
Internet: http://www.smallbizlending.com
CONTACT: Reginald Heard, National Account Manager; Lisa Comandini, Leads Generation Manager
TYPE OF BUSINESS: CIT Small Business Lending provides up to 85% financing (for qualified borrowers and franchise concepts) to buy or start-up a franchise business anywhere in the U.S.
DIAMOND EQUIPMENT LEASING, INC.
(630) 416-3200
(630) 416-3499 FAX
4 South 100 Rt. 59, Suite One, Naperville, IL 60563
Email: tomk@tommel.tzo.com
Internet:
http://www.diamondequipmentleasing.com
CONTACT: Thomas P. Kelly, President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Diamond Equipment Leasing (DEL) is an SBA alternative finance source specializing in funding franchise transactions for new to the system financing acquisitions, re-imaging and upgrading equipment. DEL will fund 100% of leasehold improvements and FF&E.
FRANCHISE FINANCE
(501) 228-4047
(501) 228-0708 FAX
11324 Arcade Drive, Suite 22, Little Rock, AR 72212
Email: rick@franchise-finance.com
Internet: http://www.franchise-finance.com
CONTACT: Rick Anderson, General Manager, Franchising
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Specialized lender for the franchise industry since 1988. Conventional and SBA type loans; Financing star-ups, additional locations domestic and international (no outside collateral required) on conventional loans. Includes equipment, leaseholds, franchise fee, inventory and land/building. SBA Preferred Lender.
GE FRANCHISE FINANCE
(866) 438-4333 (866) GET-GEFF
(800) 528-1179
(480)563-6015
(480) 586-2228 FAX
17207 N. Perimeter Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Internet: http://www.gefranchisefinance.com
CONTACT: Cynthia Fernandes, Product Manager
TYPE OF BUSINESS: GE Franchise Finance
(GEFF) is a leading lender for the franchise
finance market via direct sales and portfolio acquisition
in the United States and Canada. With over
$12 billion in served assets, GEFF serves over
3,000 customers and over 15,000 property
locations, primarily in the restaurant, hospitality,
branded beverage, storage and automotive industries.
GEFF offers customers access to capital with
a menu of products featuring flexible structuring,
including financing and refinancing for acquisitions,
construction and remodels for single- and
muti-unit operators.
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GUIDANT CAPITAL
(214) 746-8801
(214) 746-8811 FAX
302 N. Market, #501, Dallas, TX 75202
Email: tanders@guidantcapital.com
Internet: http://www.guidantcapital.com
CONTACT: Todd Anders, Partner; Kevin Ainsworth, Partner
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Guidant Capital is a boutique investment bank specializing in mergers and acquisitions and financial advisory services to U.S. and international franchise and licensing companies.
ICV CAPITAL PARTNERS
(212) 455-9602
(212) 455-9603 FAX
666 Third Avenue, 29th Floor, New York, NY 10017
Email: lmetz@icvcapital.com
Internet: http://www.icveapital.com
CONTACT: Lloyd Metz, Principal
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Private Investment Firm
INNOVATIVE PAYMENT SOLUTIONS
(877) 290-4485
(303) 370-9339
(303) 837-1643 FAX
P.O. Box 461793, Aurora, CO 80046-1793
Email: sales @ipsiusa.com
Internet: http://www.ipsiusa.com
CONTACT: Richard Fontanese, VP/Business Services Advisor; Robert Allen, VP/Customer Service
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Credit card processing solutions that add value to our clients' business success. We offer swipe, keyed and recurring payment solutions to maximize customer profit.
KESSEV FINANCE
(612) 924-9081
(612) 924-9445 FAX
5133 Knox Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55419-1016
Email: jrosenfe@visi.com
CONTACT: Jeff Rosenfeld, Managing Partner
TYPE OF BUSINESS: A corporate finance financial advisory firm specializing in serving franchisors and franchisees in raising capital, mergers and acquisitions and valuation planning.
LEASENOW, INC.
(800) 321-5327
(724) 934-7600
(724) 934-9077 FAX
120 Mt. Pleasant Road, Warrendale, PA 15086-7555
Email: drlease@leasenow.com
Internet: http://www.leasenow.com
CONTACT: Bob Rodi, President; Jan Sixsmith, Franchise Service Rep.
TYPE OF BUSINESS: LeaseNOW is a full service alternative to the SBA offering turnkey loans and leases for up to 100% of leaseholds and equipment. Startup, acquisition, re-image, refinance.
MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE
INSURANCE COMPANY
(800) 234-1007
(860) 987-2675
(860) 987-2596 FAX
1295 State Street, Springfield, MA 01111-0001
Email: fsena@massmutual.com
Internet: http://www.massmutual.com
CONTACT: Frank Sena, Vice President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: MassMutual Financial Group (MassMutual) is pleased to introduce businesskillers, a program designed to help franchise owners avoid the six common mistakes that can be fatal to their business and financial future. Each of the six modules includes a compelling video vignette re-enacting a real-life business killing situation. Content consists of dramatization of the problem, possible outcomes and solutions, testimony from an independent expert (attorney or CPA), and revealing questions. Participants receive an enlightening risk barometer to help evaluate their current business risks. MassMutual is pleased to conduct businesskillers[TM] workshops at annual meetings, corporate offices, franchisee associations or franchisee cooperatives.
MASTERCARD INTERNATIONAL
(914) 249-5913
(914) 249-4208 FAX
2000 Purchase Street, Purchase, NY 10577
Email: mark_davis@mastercard.com
Internet: http://www.mastercard.com
CONTACT: Mark Davis, Account Vice President; Tom Zebrowski, Vice President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: MasterCard International is a global leader in providing consumers and businesses with flexible payment solutions for all their spending needs. MasterCard is accepted at more than 21 million merchant locations worldwide.
NATIONAL COOPERATIVE BANK
(800) 955-9622
(202) 218-7268
(202) 336-7796 FAX
1725 I Street, N.W., Suite 600, Washington, DC 20006-2401
Email: tcyr@ncb.coop
Internet http://www.ncb.coop
CONTACT: Thomas Cyr, VP, Corporate Banking Group
TYPE OF BUSINESS: For more than 15 years, National Cooperative Bank has provided innovative financial solutions for franchise systems nationwide. NCB, a thriving, successful financial services cooperative is the perfect example of how a finance cooperative can enhance the competitive position of growing franchise systems. NCB offers value-added services at both the franchiser and franchisee level for appropriate franchise systems.
NETBANK BUSINESS FINANCE
(800) 669-0222
(803) 750-4100
(800) 669-8124 FAX
100 Executive Center Drive, Suite 101, Columbia, SC 29210
Email: ksleigher@netbankbusinessfinance.com
Internet: http://www.netbankbusthessfinance.com
CONTACT: Kathy Sleigher, Director of Franchise Development; Charles Randall, President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: NetBank Business Finance offers a full range of franchise programs including: New Franchisees, Existing Franchisees Opening New Stores, Existing Franchisees Remodeling or Updating Equipment, Acquisitions, Multi-Unit Development, Refinancing of Existing Stores.
PRAETORIAN GROUP
(888) 358-3325
(203) 389-6011
(203) 389-6326 FAX
Blake Street Center, 495 Blake Street, New Haven, CT 06515-1249
Email: genec@praetoriangroup.net
Internet: http://www.praetoriangroup.net
CONTACT: Gene Cerrotti, CEO; Manny Armesto, Senior Vice President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Praetorian Group specializes in the sale and acquisition of operating franchised businesses throughout the United States. This includes re-franchising for franchisors and franchisee to franchisee transfers.
RBC DAIN RAUSCHER
(612) 371-6136
(612) 313-1444 FAX
60 South Sixth Street, P-12, Minneapolis, MN 55402
Email: scott.yeomans@rbcdain.com
Internet: http://www.rbcdain.com
CONTACT: Scott Yeomans, Vice President; Jennifer Hafkey, Managing Director
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Our practice concentrates on well-established, highly profitable small businesses in the franchise industry, by offering them tax-advantaged investment solutions and seeking maximization of their annual retirement plan contributions.
THE RIVERSIDE COMPANY
(866) 221-1994
(415) 348-9560
(415) 348-9561 FAX
455 Market Street, Suite 1520, San Francisco, CA 94105-2420
Email: ljs@riversidecompany.com
Internet: http://www.riversidecompany.com
CONTACT: Loren Schlachet, Vice President; Kelcey Poe, Office Manager
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Private Equity Firm.
ROARK CAPITAL GROUP
(404) 591-3333
(404) 591-5201 FAX
1170 Peachtree Street, Suite 1825, Atlanta, GA 30309
Email: nealaronson@roarkcapital.com
Internet: http://www.roarkcapital.com
CONTACT: Neal Aronson, President; Scott Pressly, Vice President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Roark Capital Group is an Atlanta-based private equity firm that acquires majority stakes in multi-unit, consumer branded, manufacturing, distribution and service businesses. The firm specializes in transactions with enterprise values of $25-$250 million and targets family-owned businesses, orphaned assets (divisions of larger companies or portfolio companies of private equity firms) and going-private transactions of micro-cap public companies.
SD COOPER COMPANY
(866) 693-7767
18682 Beach Blvd., Beachstone Plaza, Suite 250,
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Email: steve@SDCooper.com
Internet: hnp://www.sdcooper.com
CONTACT: Steve Cooper, President; Karen Franklin, CPA, Vice President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Use pension, profit sharing, 401(k), and IRA money to fund your own franchise, business start-up or business property. This can he done without taxes, penalties, or loans, and only takes 3 Fed-Ex days.
The legal, accounting and pension professionals at SDCooper Company have been the leaders in developing strategies that minimize taxes and promote franchises and multi-unit development for the past ten years.
SDCooper Company helps buyers use their retirement funds to purchase franchises without taxes, penalties or loans. These funds may also be used as working capital to purchase equipment, vehicles, property, or multiple-units.
SDCooper Company's ERSOP[TM] Plan is a sophisticated profit sharing with special language specifically allowing buyers to invest up to 100% of the their rollover funds into their new company. We'll take you from Incorporation and ERSOP[TM] Plan Design to fully funded in two weeks.
Steven D. Cooper, President, has 25 years of Benefits Consulting and Pension Administration experience.
Karen L. Franklin, C.P.A. Vice-President and CFO, has 20 years of Accounting and Tax experience specializing in small business taxation and employee benefits. Karen developed the essential exit strategy for the ERSOP[TM] Plan in 1999.
www.sdcooper.com 1-866-MY-ERSOP
SENTINEL CAPITAL PARTNERS
(212) 688-3100
(212) 688-6513 FAX
777 Third Avenue, 32nd Floor, New York, NY
10017-1401
Email: murphy@sentinelpartners.com
Internet: http://www.sentinelpartners.com
CONTACT: Paul F. Murphy, Principal
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Investment Firm.
SIEGEL BUSINESS SERVICES, INC.
(888) 840-1135
(610) 668-9780
(610) 668-3041 FAX
One Bala Plaza, Suite 516, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004-1403
Email: ssiegel@siegelbusinessservices.com
Internet: http://www.siegelbusinessservices.com
CONTACT: Bernie Siegel, PhD, FCBI, President; Shelly Siegel, Manager of Client Services
TYPE OF BUSINESS: We are the business that sells businesses. SBS was formed in 1983 after Bernie Siegel, the founder, saw the need for more professional broker services. It has developed over these many years the expertise to assist business owners and business buyers. We close the transactions because we know the issues that have to be addressed. SBS developed marketing plans that are specific for the client. SBS learned many years ago that financing the transaction is often the key to satisfying the needs of both parties to the transaction.
SIEGEL CAPITAL, LLC
(888) 840-1135
(610) 668-9780
(610) 668-3041 FAX
One Bala Plaza, Suite 516, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004-1403
Email: bsiegel@siegelcapital.com
Internet: http://www.siegelcapital.com
CONTACT: Bernie Siegel, Ph.D., President; Shelly Siegel, Vice President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Siegel Capital was established to offer small and mid-sized companies a better way to secure capital in amounts ranging from $100,000-$10,000,000. For business acquisitions, expansion or refinancing. Risk-free pre-qualification, submitting the loan package and expediting the loan through Siegel Capital will save time and money.
Siegel Capital, LLC was established to help franchisors, franchisees & the business community. We package & expedite loans. We offer small and midsized companies as well as individuals, a better way to secure capital in amounts ranging from $100,000 to $10,000,000. Loans may be for Business Acquisitions, Franchises, Business Expansion, Refinancing or other business projects. We have relationships with banks, and non-bank lending institutions. Siegel Capital will conduct a risk-Free Pre-Qualification. We will review your pertinent data with our lenders to determine if there is a match. We work closely with all parties so that details needed for a viable loan package are submitted correctly. Our experience in this area pays off in a smoother process. Even before we receive the loan commitment, we are working to close your loan. We guide you through gathering the maze of details that could otherwise delay, or even endanger, your closing.
Phone: 610-668-9780
Fax: 610-668-3041
Email: bsiegel@siegelcapital.com
www.siegelcapital.com
OUR FEES ARE LOW AND WE PROVIDE EXEMPLARY SERVICE.
SOVEREIGN BANK
(508) 890-6819
(508) 890-6851 FAX
446 Main Street, Worceter, MA 01608-2359
Email: kblum@sovereignbank.com
Internet: http://www.sovereignbank.com
CONTACT: Kenneth Blum, Senior Vice President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Banking.
STATE FARM INSURANCE COMPANIES
(309) 766-2057
(309) 766-8557 FAX
Agency Franchise Services, 1 State Farm Plaza, Bldg. C3, Bloomington, IL 61710-0001
Email: home.agcy-fran-serv.305f00@statefarm.com
Internet: http://www.Statefarm.com
CONTACT: Bob Quillman, Franchise Services Coordinator; Christopher DeFields, Agency Sales Analyst
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Providing Insurance and Financial Services for personal and business needs through exclusive, independent Agents throughout the USA and Canada. PREFERRED PROVIDER relationships are available through a Corporate Franchise Services team to Franchisors for providing tailored products and services to franchisees.
SUREPAYROLL
(877) 954-7873
(847) 676-8420 Ext. 7248
(847) 676-8346 FAX
4709 Golf Road, Suite 900, Skokie, IL 60076
Email: tracy.johnson@surepayroll.com
Internet: http://www.surepayroll.com
CONTACT: Tracy Johnson, Marketing Manager
TYPE OF BUSINESS: SurePayroll is the leader in providing payroll services exclusively to small businesses. It's a simple solution, allows you to process in as little as 3 minutes, and automatically files your payroll taxes[ Outsource payroll for up to 50% less than other payroll services.
UCC CAPITAL CORPORATION
(212) 277-1101
(212) 277-7131 FAX
1330 Avenue of the Americas, 39th Floor, New York City, NY 10019-5400
Email: rdloren@cakucc.com
Internet: http://www.cakucc.com
CONTACT: Robert W. D'Loren, President & COO; Lori Henchel, Director of Marketing
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Providing Financial solutions and Capital for Trademark Licensing & Brands. The emergence of asset-backed securitization and its application to many different asset types has changed the way royalty revenue, brands (trademark licensing), other intellectual property and sports facility and professional franchise income streams are being financed today. Asset-backed securitization provides owners of these income streams with the opportunity to access the capital markets efficiently and effectively.
WINMARK LEASING
(800) 269-4075
(763) 520-8410 FAX
4200 Dahlberg Drive, Suite 100, Minneapolis, MN 55422
Email: info@wbsonline.com
Internet: http://www.wbsonline.com
CONTACT: Matt Boettner, Director of Sales
TYPE OF BUSINESS: We do more than lease equipment to your franchisees, we add value. As the franchisor of four brands, Winmark understands the importance of continually enhancing franchise value. In addition to offering competitive, tailored equipment leasing options, we offer a free program that provides; 1) product and service discounts through collaborative buying with nationally recognized vendors; 2) an on-line business guide where your franchisees will find critical information and useful articles, and; 3) downloadable tools such as cash flow spreadsheets, employee matter checklists, and useful forms like customer satisfaction surveys. What do we mean by free? We mean neither you nor your franchisees pay us anything to have access to these resources. We also do not collect any commissions or fees from vendors. Our interest is in forming long-term relationships with franchise systems that provide real benefits to you and your franchisees. Providing Winmark financing solutions to your franchisees will make your rollout of new equipment initiatives faster and easier. We finance your franchisees' purchase of equipment including point-of-sale systems, office equipment, security systems, food service equipment, and much more. Visit us at www.wbsordine.cnm or call 1-800-269-4075.
WORLDBUSINESS CAPITAL, INC.
(860) 246-6300 Ext. 107
(860) 246-6789 FAX
One State Street, Suite 2350, Hartford, CT 06103
Email: tkirby@worldbusinesscapital.com
Internet: http://www.worldbusinesscapital.com
CONTACT: Tom Kirby, Senior Vice President; Brett Silvers, President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: WorldBusiness Capital, Inc. is a commercial finance company that makes loans to meet the needs of U.S. franchisors and their overseas franchisees in global emerging markets.
FLORAL SERVICES
KABLOOM
(800) KABLOOM
(781) 935-6500
(781) 935-9410 FAX
200 Wildwood Avenue, Woburn, MA 01801-2031
Email: ssiegel@www.kabloom.com
Internet: http://www.kabloom.com
CONTACT: Steve Siegel, CO0; Medora Miller, Administrative Assistant
TYPE OF BUSINESS: KaBloom is engaged in the establishment and operation of retail floral businesses which sell high quality fresh cut flowers, plants, complementary merchandise and related floral arrangement services.
FRANCHISE CONSULTANTS
21FRANCHISE.COM
US-China Consulting Group, Ltd.
86-10-51668038
86-10-64969556 FAX
No. 15 Xiuyuan 3rd Floor, Anhuibelli, Yayuncun, Beijing P.R. China 100101
Email: victor@21franchise.com
Internet: http://www.21 franchise.com
CONTACT: Victor J. Tan, President; Winy Dou, General Manager
TYPE OF BUSINESS: We help international franchising brands to find appropriate franchises in China.
ABSOLUTE FRANCHISING
HobbyTown USA
(402) 434-5064
(402) 434-5055 FAX
6301 South 58th Street, Lincoln, NE 68516-3676
Email: dfo@hobbytown.com
Internet: http://www.absolutefranchising.com
CONTACT: Nichole Ernst, Franchise Sales Director; Bill Graeve, Vice President of Finance
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Full service franchise development. Franchise Agreements, UFOC, Operations Manuals, Marketing, Franchise Sales, Accounting Services and more. Tailored to your needs.
ACCORD MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
(800) 466-0105
(818) 889-5600
(818) 889-5650 FAX
31364 Via Colinas, Suite 107, Westlake Village, CA 91362
Email: bin@accordsyst.com
Internet: http://www.accordsyst.com
CONTACT: Bill Wagner, CEO; Dean Taylor, Director of Business Development
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Imagine having the ability to predict success in selecting your next franchisee. Imagine your franchisee being able to staff their operations with outstanding employees. ACCORD MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS represents The McQuaig System[TM], a validated behavioral selection tool that insures you are getting the people side of your business right ... the first time.[TM] Registered Trademark of the McQuaig Institute of Executive Development Ltd., Toronto, Canada.
BEIJING SUNBELT BUSINESS CONSULTING CORP.
(86) 10-6336-1771
(86) 100-6336-2776 FAX
#1 Baiyun Lu, #1405 Balyun Mansion, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100045 China
Email: meng@chinasunbelt.com
Internet: http://www.chinasunbelt.com
CONTACT: Mr. Keegen Meng, General Manager; Ms. Kerry Brogan, Director, International
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Partners with the U.S. Beijing Dept. of Commerce and the Beijing Municipal Government, Sunbelt provides legal and logistical expertise to American companies wishing to expand into China.
BIRKELAND INSTITUTE
(708) 354-5534
(708) 354-1347 FAX
P.O. Box 8, Chicago, IL 60525-0008
Email: peter@birkelandinstitute.com
Internet: http://www.birkelandinstitute.com
CONTACT: Peter Birkeland, President PMB #41,3208 West Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN 55416
TYPE OF BUSINESS: We provide strategic planning, leadership development, and workshops that increase franchisee performance. Peter Birkeland is also a keynote speaker, author, and management advisor.
CALIPER
(800) 422-5477
(609) 524-1304
(609) 524-1201 FAX
506 Carnegie Center, Suite 300, Princeton, NJ 08543-2050
Email: mmiller@calipercorp.com
Internet: http://www.caliperonline.com
CONTACT: Mariel Miller, Director, Franchise Relations
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Caliper is a human resources assessment and consulting firm based in Princeton, New Jersey. Throughout the past 40 years, Caliper has assessed the management, sales and service effectiveness of more than one million individuals for over 25,000 companies throughout the world. Caliper's Franchise division specializes in the selection of Franchise Sales as well as all Corporate Franchise Executives, profiling and assessing franchise candidates, and identifying top franchise performance in emerging and mature franchise systems. We also become an effective resource to the individual franchise units, offering staff selection and development support and consultation on team development and performance improvement.
CANAM FRANCHISE DEVELOPMENT GROUP
(604) 730-5553
(604) 876-6460 FAX
2607 McBain Street, Vancouver, BC V6L 2C7 Canada
Email: rob@canamfranchise.com
Internet: http://www.canamfranchise.com
CONTACT: Rob Lancit, President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: CANAM Franchise Development Group helps U.S. franchisors sell franchises in Canada. We become your Canadian Franchise Sales Team. With dedicated personal attention and concern for our clients, our team of experts offer a proven system that develops, packages, and launches franchise programs within the Canadian marketplace. And most importantly, we take responsibility for implementing our sales strategies and recommendations. CANAM Franchise Development Group can accelerate your company's expansion into Canada.
CUMMINGS INC.
(615) 742-8464
(615) 742-8470 FAX
200 12th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37203
CONTACT: C. Stephen Lynn
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Franchise Consultants.
DYNAMIC PERFORMANCE SYSTEMS INC.
(800) 719-9993
(416) 201-0202
(416) 201-0808 FAX
478 Valermo Drive, Etobicoke, ON M8W 2M7 Canada
Email: fred@franchise-profiles.com
Internet: http://www.franchise-profiles.com/ssbo
CONTACT: Fred Berni, President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Can you predict which franchisees will succeed with 91% accuracy? You can by measuring the 7 critical beliefs and attitudes all successful franchisees have in common.
EDWARDS GLOBAL SERVICES, INC. (EGS)
(949) 224-3896
(714) 464-4604 FAX
19800 MacArthur Blvd., Suite 300, Irvine, CA 92612
Email: bedwards@edwardsglobal.com
Internet: http://www.edwardsglobal.com
CONTACT: William Edwards, President; Robert G. Shaw, Senior Vice President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Our international Franchisor and Licensee executive experience makes us uniquely qualified to work closely with Franchisors to profitably assess, plan and implement their international development.
EFFECTUM FRANCHISE CONSULTING
47 9201 2000
47 2254 0640 FAX
Drammensveien 130/C17, 0277 Oslo, Norway
Email: borge.nilssen@effectum.com
Internet: http://www.effectum.com
CONTACT: Borge Nilssen, Senior Partner
Stockholm Office Kykrogatan 2, Stockholm, SE-10362 Sweden
Helsinki Office Fredrikinkatu 61A, Helsinki, SF-00101 Finland
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Effectum Franchise Consulting offers a broad range of services within the field of franchising. Previous assignments include full concept development, handbook design and development, introductory seminars, franchise agreements and more. We have worked with a majority of the franchise systems in Scandinavia as well as with government agencies and national industry associations. Our customers benefit from the combined experience of Effectum's consultants since 1972.
EHRHARDT KEEFE STEINER &
HOTTMAN PC
(303) 740-9400
(303) 740-9009 FAX
7979 E. Tufts Avenue, Suite 400, Denver, CO 80237
Internet: http://www.eksh.com
CONTACT: David Steiner, Partner; Bob Hottman, Partner
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Certified Public Accountants and Consultants.
TOM FELTENSTEIN'S POWER
MARKETING ACADEMY
(561) 629-8410
(561) 629-8413 FAX
2589 Rosehaven Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33415
Email: tom@powermarketingacademy.com
Internet: http://www.tomfeltenstein.com
CONTACT: Tom Feltenstein, CEO
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Tom Feltenstein's Power Marketing Academy focuses on strategic franchising counsel, speaking, one, two and three day strategy sessions, the Ultimate 10 Minute Neighborhood Power Marketer's Clinic and educational products.
FRAN-SYSTEMS WORLDWIDE, INC.
(678) 362-6013
(770) 518-7167 FAX
P.O. Box 680454, Marrietta, GA 30068
Email: karenlspencer@mindspring.com
CONTACT: Karen Spencer, President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Fran-Systems Worldwide teaches and implements a five step program for franchisors. Whether you are a new franchisor or a mature franchisor, we can teach you to increase your revenue and reduce your liability through our internal franchise system.
THE FRANCHISE AUTHORITY, INC.
(800) 307-0228
(281) 346-0698 FAX
908 Town & Country Boulevard, Suite 120, Houston, TX 77024
Email: thefranchiseauthority@aol.com
Internet: http://www.franchiseauthority.com
CONTACT: Robert P. King, President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Franchise Brokering/Consulting.
FRANCHISE BUSINESS SYSTEMS, INC.
(800) 382-1040
(954) 563-1269
(954) 563-2153 FAX
2319 N. Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311-3924
Email: info@franchiseaccounting.com
Internet: http://www.franchiseaccounting.com
CONTACT: Steven J. Weil, EA, PhD., President; Leonard Cohan, Director Business Development
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Financial management, royalty processing and collection, accounting, bookkeeping and payroll services, business consulting and business valuation. We help you make and keep more money.
THE FRANCHISE COACHING COMPANY
(866) 61-COACH
(860) 567-3099
(720) 293-6864 FAX
246 Blue Swamp Road, Litchfield, CT 06759
Email: joematty@optonline.net
Internet: http://www.franchisecoach.net
CONTACT: Joseph Mathews, Head Coach; Mary Mathews, Director of Franchisor Relations
TYPE OF BUSINESS: We are experts in the area of Franchise Sales. We offer a CFE Certified Franchise Sales Training (Franchise Sales Mastery) that produces outstanding results.
THE FRANCHISE CONSULTING GROUP
(310) 552-2901
(310) 440-2604 FAX
1801 Century Park East, Suite 2400, Los Angeles, CA 90067
Email: ekushell@franchiseconsulting.com
Internet: http://www.franchiseconsulting.com
CONTACT: Edward Kushell, President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Development of franchise programs, problem solving for existing franchisors and litigation support and expert witness consulting services.
THE ENTREPRENEUR'S SOURCE
(800) 289-0086
(203) 264-2006
(203) 264-3516 FAX
900 Main Street South, Building #2, Southbury, CT 06488
Email: info@TheESource.com
Internet: http://www.bestfranchises.com
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Franchise consultants. Our unique process helps you choose the right franchise and best financing option for YOUR success. Through our exclusive Franchise Finders Profile Matching Systems you won't buy a job or make costly mistakes--GUARANTEED! Or call us about owning your own franchise consulting business. Your Success Is Our Only Business.
FRANCHISE.COM
(800) 609-5831
(760) 634-5800
(760) 634-5808 FAX
135 Saxony Road, Suite 200, Encinitas, CA 92024
Email: info@franchise.com
Internet: http://www.franchise.com
CONTACT: Nancy Ghanem, President; Lynn Gomez, Director, Sales & Marketing
TYPE OF BUSINESS: The Name Says It All. The top level domain name chosen by top level franchise companies for Lead Generation and FTC approved Franchise E-Disclosure of UFOCs. Our Franchise Matchmaker and advanced filters provide the MOST QUALIFIED leads. Better Leads and More Sales.
FRANCHISE CONSULTING SERVICES
(847) 562-1560
(847) 272-1561 FAX
1248 Ridgewood Drive, Northbrook, IL 60062-3725
Email: ihm2@aol.com
CONTACT: Irl Marshall, CFE, President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Franchise Consultants.
FRANCHISE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES LTD.
44 1603 620301
44 1603 630174 FAX
Franchise House, 56 Surrey Street, Norwich, Norfolk, United Kingdom
Internet: http://www.franchise-group.com
CONTACT: Roy Seaman, Managing Director
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Franchise consultants providing an international consultancy service into Malaysia, Sandi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Malta, Thailand, Hong Kong, and the whole of Europe. Specialising in assisting successful international operators, for a full range of service to help prospective master franchisees locate the most suitable opportunity to match their investment and business strengths. Acknowledged as the world's largest and most progressive international consultancy organization and established in 1981.
FRANCHISE DEVELOPMENTS, INC.
(800) 576-5115
(412) 687-8485
(412) 687-0541 FAX
4730 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Email: franchise-dev@earthlink.net
Internet: http://www.franchise-dev.com
CONTACT: Kenneth R. Franklin, President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Established in 1970, Franchise Developments, Inc., specialists in franchise development and management, help start-up franchisors plan and develop their franchise program. We also aid established franchisors and licensees in further sophisticating and improving their existing programs. In our total franchise development program, we offer the following products and services: conduct feasibility studies; write business and marketing plans that document strategies for developing your business; create, write or revise operations manuals; create training outlines and develop modules for training based on your operations manual; help you decide on appropriate fees and royalties; develop controls and procedures for monitoring the franchisee's business; create and revitalize your franchise sales and marketing recruitment efforts; develop the copy, layout, and design of your franchise brochure and recruitment ads; help you recruit, qualify, and select franchisees; provide FDI's proven psychological test for selecting franchisees; conduct seminars and training programs (custom designed or standardized) for the initial franchisee training as well as ongoing training; speak at regional conferences and conventions; and produce disclosure documents and franchise agreements.
THE FRANCHISE PARTNERSHIP
Connections for Community Ownership
(773) 278-4800 Ext. 123
(773) 278-3840 FAX
2125 W. North Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647
Email: david@cnt.org
CONTACT: David Chandler, Franchise Program Manager
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Franchise Brokerage.
FRANCHISE RELATIONSHIPS INSTITUTE
011-61-7-3217-7323
011-61-7-3217-8289 FAX
P.O. Box 233 Toowong, Queensland, 4066 Australia
Email: info@franchiserelationships.com
Internet: http://www.franchiserelationships.com
CONTACT: Greg Nathan, Managing Director; Gina Chow, General Manager
TYPE OF BUSINESS: We provide publications, franchise management tools, conference presentations, and franchise education services to help franchisors and franchisees succeed together.
FRANCHISE INSIGHTS, LLC
(888) 846-7444 (888) 8INSIGHT
(973) 252-2415
(973) 252-2416 FAX
442 Rt. 202/206 North, #224, Bedminster, NJ 07921
Email: inquiries@franchise-insights.com
Internet: http://www.franchise-insights.com
CONTACT: Russ Moserowitz, Managing Director; Bill Keeble, Managing Director
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Franchise Insights helps you maximize your franchise investment. What makes us so successful? Extensive Experience: While serving as senior executives for the world's largest franchise company, our associates effectively managed virtually every aspect of a franchise organization from operational support, quality assurance and training to licensing, advertising funds, and strategic partnerships. With each associate's nearly 20 years in the franchising industry, we've seen what works-and what doesn't. Now let us use our unrivaled experience to expand your franchise business. Unwavering Integrity: In addition to hands-on experience and a passion for success, Franchise Insights is dedicated to absolute integrity. Built upon years of flawless records, our reputations have been, and will always be, one of our most valuable assets. Our conversations will be direct, our recommendations candid, and our advice straightforward. Client Satisfaction: Listening to our clients' specific business objectives is the most important step in building a successful action plan. Franchise Insights prides itself on using detailed analyses and providing effective solutions to our clients' needs. Ultimately, total client satisfaction is what we expect--and it's what you can expect, too. Experience, Integrity and Satisfaction ... With Franchise Insights it's not just part of our business--it is our business.
FRANCHISE SOLUTIONS
(800) 898-4455
(603) 427-0569
(603) 430-2942 FAX
875 Greenland Road, #B2, P.O. Box 5178, Portsmouth, NH 03802-5178
Email: info@franchisesolutions.com
Internet: http://www.mediakit.fransol.com
CONTACT: Matt Alden, General Manager; Eric Stites, Director of Corporate Development
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Since 1993, Franchise Solutions has been a driving force in franchise recruitment. We specialize in helping franchisors exceed their development goals by leveraging proven marketing strategies and some of today's newest technologies. Let our team of experts be the one-stop solution for all your franchise marketing needs: Lead Generation, Prospect Qualification, Marketing Strategy and Creative Services.
FRANCHISE VALUATIONS LTD
(212) 689-0400
(212) 689-3315 FAX
404 Park Avenue South, 16th Floor, New York, NY 10016-8404
Email: franvalltd@aol.com
Internet: http://www.franchisevaluations.com
CONTACT: Bruce Schaeffer, President, Attorney; Susan Ogulnick, Vice President, Operations
TYPE OF BUSINESS: The only company specializing in valuations and appraisals, succession planning, and estate planning exclusively for the franchise community. Whether you are a current franchise business owner, a prospective buyer, a litigator, an estate planner or a lender with franchised businesses in your portfolio, we stand ready to advise, analyze and evaluate. Our practice features experts in law, financial research, and tax planning. We apply the most comprehensive and up-to-date investigative techniques and resources available. Bruce S. Schaeffer, J.D., LL.M. (in Taxation), is the author of the Bureau of National Affairs Tax Management Portfolio on Tax Aspects of Franchising.
FRANCHISEBUYER, LLC
(866) 376-2897
(603) 436-1323
(603) 436-1364 FAX
P.O. Box 5430, Portsmouth, NH 03802-5430
Email: becky@franchisebuyer.com
Internet: http://franchiscbuyer.com
CONTACT: Matt Alden, General Manager; Marc Kiekenapp, Manager
TYPE OF BUSINESS: FranchiseBuyer is a qualified lead referral network designed to help growth oriented, responsible franchisors build their systems by adding high-quality franchisees.
FRANCHISEHELP, INC.
Franchise Consultants
(800) 401-1446
(914) 347-6735
(914) 347-4063 FAX
101 Executive Blvd., 2nd Floor, Elmsford, NY 10523-1316
Email: company@franchisehelp.com
Internet: http://www.franchisehelp.com
CONTACT: Mary E. Tomzack, President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: FranchiseHelp assesses an independent company's potential to become a franchise and coordinates all the services necessary to qualify as a franchise, including legal documents, operations manual and marketing materials. Consulting services are offered to prospective U.S. franchisees and international master franchisees for all types of businesses and include opportunity analyses and negotiation of franchise agreements. Franchisor services include: interviewing franchisees to assess franchise climate, franchisee mystery shops, and intermediary functions for franchisors seeking to expand internationally.
FRANCHISEKNOWHOW, LLC
(631) 246-5782
(631) 689-6905 FAX
P.O. Box 714, StonyBrook, NY 11790
Email: ed@franchiseknowhow.com
Internet: http://www.franchiseknowhow.com
CONTACT: Ed Teixeira, President
Beijing Office
86 (108) 2641177
86 (108) 2641199 FAX
Bldg B, 10th Flr, Suite B, Beijing HaiDian District, 450002 China
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TYPE OF BUSINESS: "When Experience
Matters." We provide a complete range of services
for start-up and existing franchisors. International
franchise development, franchise relations
expertise and operational audits.
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FRANCHOICE
Capistar
(952) 942-5561
(952) 942-5793 FAX
6385 Old Shady Oak Road, Suite 290, Eden
Prairie, MN 55344
Email: info@franchoice.com
Internet: http://www.FranChoice.com.
CONTACT: Steve Hockett, President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: FranChoice is the premier network of franchise consultants offering extensive free consultations and investigation advice to consumers and pre-screened, high quality referrals of prospective franchisees to franchisors.
FRANFIND
44 208 38788087
44 208 38788087 FAX
Churcham House, 1 Bridgeman Road, Teddington, TW11 9AJ UK
Email: abachfeld@franfind.com
Internet: http://www.franfind.com
CONTACT: Ms. Angela Bachfeld, Director, Int'l Franchise Specialist; David Tonchin, Franchise Consultant
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Franchise Consultancy.
FRANNET: THE FRANCHISE CONNECTION
The Franchise Network Group
(800) 372-6638 (800) FRANNET
(760) 448-2400
(760) 448-2199 FAX
2385 Camino Vida Ruble, Suite 114, Carlsbad, CA 92009-1509
Email: frannet@frannet.com
Internet: http://www.frannet.com
CONTACT: Howard Bassuk, President & CEO; Sarah Bassuk, National Coordinator
TYPE OF BUSINESS: The world's premier network of franchise consultants covering all phases of franchising from development to prospect acquisition. We have over 90 experienced consultants available to help clients. We help more than 65 select franchisors find qualified applicants and individuals find franchises that match their skills, background, desires, and investment strategy.
FRANQUEST
(800) 794-0117
(805) 773-5687 FAX
P.O. Box 2038, Pismo Beach, CA 93448
Email: info@mathesonco.com
Internet: http://www.franquest.net
CONTACT: Douglas Matheson, President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: FranQuest, a full service marketing management company, provides quality franchise structure services that generate results.
FRANSMART
(703) 549-5332
(703) 549-0740 FAX
132 King Street, 2nd Floor, Alexandria, VA 22314
Email: danr@fransmart.com
Internet: http://www.fransmart.com/
CONTACT: Dan Rowe, CEO
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Franchise Development.
EUGENE O. GETCHELL, INC.
(859) 277-4860
(859) 277-4860 FAX
711 Kirkland Drive, Lexington, KY 40502-3334
Email: eget9211@aol.com
CONTACT: Gene Getchell, CFE
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Advice rendered on buying a franchise, starting a new franchise concept or help in improving the performance of an existing concept. Thirty-six years experience.
GLOBAL FRANCHISE ASSOCIATES
International Commercial Services LLC
(501) 244-9886
(501) 376-4145 FAX
One La Salle Place, 216 Louisiana Street, Little Rock, AR 72201
CONTACT: Joe O'Brien, Managing Director
TYPE OF BUSINESS: International Franchise Consulting.
HARTMANN CONSULTING GROUP
(239) 434-9256
(239) 434-9374 FAX
4951 Gulf Shoe Blvd N., PH 402, Naples, FL 34103-2693
Email: ejhartmann@sprintmail.com
CONTACT: E. Jan Hartmann, President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Advisor to CEO and Board on strategic planning and franchising.
HOLMES & LOFSTROM, LLP
(805) 547-0697
(805) 547-0716 FAX
555 Chorro Street, Suite D-2, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405-2396
Email: info@holmesfranchiselaw.com
Internet: http://www.holmeslofstrom.com
CONTACT: David E. Holmes, Attorney; Loft Lofstrom, Attorney
Long Beach Office
(562) 596-0416 FAX
6621 E. Pacific Coast Hwy, Suite 250, Long Beach, CA 90803
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Holmes & Lofstrom, LLP brings a unique combination of experience providing practical solutions to franchise and business clients. By offering the in-depth expertise of a specialty law firm and by fully understanding their clients' goals, Holmes & Lofstrom endeavors to meet its number one goal providing superior legal services with optimum results in a timely, effective and cost efficient manner. Having offices located in both Northern and Southern California makes Holmes & Lofstrom, LLP easily accessible to new and existing clients located throughout California and the United States. Holmes & Lofstrom retains a diverse and prestigious client list, in virtually all industry sectors, including multi-national corporations, new business ventures, multi-unit franchisors and franchise startups.
THE HORNE GROUP
(615) 312-9050
(615) 312-9101 FAX
1801-800 West End Avenue, Suite 800, Nashville, TN 37203
Email: michael.sassano@hcpag.com
Internet: http://www.hcpag.com
CONTACT: Michael Sassano, Senior Manager
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Accounting & Consulting.
HORWATH FRANCHISE SERVICES LTD.
(212) 808-2034
(212) 808-2020 FAX
420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 526, New York, NY 10170-0526
Email: lswartz@horwath.com
Internet: http://www.horwath.com
CONTACT: Leonard N. Swartz, Director Int. Operations; Werner Rotach, COO
TYPE OF BUSINESS: The world's largest network of franchise consultants, accountants and lawyers helping businesses to franchise in and between over 40 countries.
iFRANCHISE GROUP
(708) 957-2300
(708) 957-2395 FAX
1820 Ridge Road, Suite 300, Homewood, IL 60430
Email: msiebert@ifranchise.net
Internet: http://www.ifranchise.net
CONTACT: Mark Siebert, CEO; Laurie Ludes, Senior Consultant
TYPE OF BUSINESS: The iFranchise Group is a coalition of the nation's top professionals in strategic planning, franchise law, operations documentation, franchisee training, franchise marketing and sales, and executive recruiting for franchisors.
JOHNSON FRANCHISE CONSULTING, INC.
(402) 489-5205
(402) 489-5205 FAX
2330 South 75th Street, Lincoln, NE 68506
Email: jeff@johnsonfranconsult.com
Internet: http://www.johnsonfranconsult.com
CONTACT: Jeff Johnson, President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Consulting.
KPMG LLP
(502) 562-5669
(502) 562-5687 FAX
400 W. Market Street, Suite 2600, Louisville, KY 40202
Email: lmheiser@kpmg.com
Internet: http://www.kpmg.com
CONTACT: Scott Flynn, Partner
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Certified Public Accountants.
KUSHELL ASSOCIATES, INC.
Franchise Advisors Worldwide
(888) 759-3380
(919) 542-3500
(919) 542-1156 FAX
235 Fearrington Post, Pittsboro, NC 27312
Email: kushellassociates@msn.com
Internet: http://www.kushellassociates.com
CONTACT: Robert E. Kushell, President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Our Consulting Group advises multinational, entrepreneurial and minority companies on how to develop franchise programs. We assist established franchisors with domestic and international growth, marketing and sales strategies. We develop programs that insure healthy and harmonious franchise relationships. We provide expert witness support services. Offices in New York, Chapel Hill and South America, Far East.
LE SANTE INTERNATIONAL
(305) 387-5840
(305) 387-1855 FAX
14453 SW 84th Street, Miami, FL 33183-3906
Email: william@lesante.net
Internet: http://www.lesante.net
CONTACT: William Le Saute, Managing Director & CEO
TYPE OF BUSINESS: A global services firm whose specialty is the introduction of U.S. franchises into international markets. We also work with non-U.S. concepts in their efforts to grow in the U.S. market.
MALICHI INTERNATIONAL, LTD.
(317) 396-1000
Corporate Box 44165, Indianapolis, IN 46244-0165
Email: tmalichi@malichi.com
Internet: http://www.malichi.com
CONTACT: Toby Malichi, Founder/president
TYPE OF BUSINESS: International Development Consultants.
MANAGEMENT 2000
(800) 847-5763
(713) 952-3177
(713) 952-3830 FAX
P.O. Box 941419, Houston, TX 77094-8419
Email: m2000@mgmt2000.com
Internet: http://www.mgmt2000.com
CONTACT: Bob Gappa, President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Management 2000 products & services include: complete program for start-up companies, how to Close More Franchise Sales; how to get your franchisees to use business plans; convention speeches; strategic planning; customer acquisition/retention strategies; strategies to build average unit volumes; how to improve the effectiveness of your field consultants; customer service strategies; prospect profiling; franchise attitude survey; improving the effectiveness of your area developers; development of effective growth strategies; research, write & re-write operations manuals; design & write leader's guides and training manuals; customer tracking systems for improved profitability; and improving franchisor/franchisee relations.
MAPINFO-THOMPSON
(800) 688-3941
(734) 302-9300
(734) 222-5344 FAX
3131 S. State Street, Suite 100, Ann Arbor, MI 48108-1623
Email: mark.zygmontowicz@mapinfo.com
Internet: http://www.mapinfo.com/site_selection
CONTACT: Mark Zygmontowicz, Director of Sales, Predictive Analytics; James Walewski, Regional Director, Client Development
TYPE OF BUSINESS: MapInfo-Thompson is a global consulting firm specializing in real estate related research, strategy, and products. With over 40 years of experience developing innovative solutions and sophisticated site selection and forecasting models, we help clients realize greater value from location-based information and make more insightful and more profitable decisions. For more information, visit www.mapinfo.com/site_selection.
MCGROW CONSULTING/FRANCHISE CONSULTING GROUP
(800) 358-8011
(781) 740-2211
(781) 740-2287 FAX
30 North St., Hingham, MA 02043
Email: mcgrow@mcgrow.com
Internet: http://www.mcgrow.com
CONTACT: Jack McBirney, President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Full service consultants established in 1981. This firm has many success stories.
MONECO GROUP
(928) 776-8062
(928) 776-2009 FAX
79 N. French Place, Prescott, AZ 86303-6247
Email: rjweiger@earthlink.net
CONTACT: Ralph J. Weiger, Chairman
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Over twenty years of executive franchise experience, franchise concepts, start-ups, operations, marketing and strategic planning, many Fortune 500 clients; former Chairman of Midas Muffler; President and V.C. of Jiffy Lube Companies; Past Chairman of IFA, and Past Chairman of IA's Supplier Forum. Established in 1981.
NATIONAL MINORITY FRANCHISE INITIATIVE
(815) 434-4450
(815) 434-4580 FAX
26 Oaklane Drive, Ottawa, IL 61350
Email: wei@mchsi.com
CONTACT: C. Everett Wallace, President; Linda Thomas-Wallace, Principal
TYPE OF BUSINESS: National Minority Franchise Initiative provides consulting services to expand and/or develop new opportunities for franchise systems in conjunction with local economic development initiatives and programs primarily directed at serving underserved markets.
NEXTSTEP
(800) 617-NEXT
(949) 722-7455
(949) 650-2071 FAX
434 Riverside Avenue, Newport Beach, CA 92663
Email: info@yournextstep.com
Internet: http://www.yournextstep.com
CONTACT: Katherine Gleiter, Partner; Christopher Gleiter, Partner
TYPE OF BUSINESS: A Franchise opportunity consulting firm. We assist our clients in the search, evaluation and procurement of the right Franchise for them. Our service is Free.
O'CONNELL & COMPANY
(714) 434-1516
(714) 434-7271 FAX
922 Van Ness Court, Costa Mesa, CA 92626-2941
Email: maryann@oconnellco.com
Internet: http://www.oconnellco.com
CONTACT: Mary Ann O'Connell, Owner
TYPE OF BUSINESS: With more than 24 years experience, this is a franchise consulting practice that specializes in operations, communications and training optimization.
THE PERFORMANCE EDGE, INC.
(512) 310-8730
(512) 671-7292 FAX
P.O. Box 6209, Round Rock, TX 78683-6209
Email: info@the-performance-edge.com
Internet: http://www.the-performance-edge.com
CONTACT: Larry Jones, President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Generate more franchise success through the focused energy of people. People make all the difference, when supported by the right systems. PerformTrack performance data system to capture finer increments of improvement.
PRAETORIAN GROUP
(888) 358-3325
(203) 389-6011
(203) 389-6326 FAX
Blake Street Center, 495 Blake Street, New Haven, CT 06515-1249
Email: genec@praetoriangroup.net
Internet: http://www.praetoriangroup.net
CONTACT: Gene Cerrotti, CEO; Manny Armesto, Senior Vice President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Praetorian Group specializes in the sale and acquisition of operating franchised businesses throughout the United States. This includes re-franchising for franchisors and franchisee to franchisee transfers.
PROCESS PEAK LLC
(734) 276-1372
(775) 522-6329 FAX
962 Fairway Park Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Email: mark@process-peak.com
Internet: http://www.process-peak.com
CONTACT: Mark Franklin, President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Franchise Sales & Marketing.
SD COOPER COMPANY
(866) 693-7767
18682 Beach Blvd., Beachstone Plaza, Suite 250, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Email: steve@SDCouper.com
Internet: http://www.sdcooper.com
CONTACT: Steve Cooper, President; Karen Franklin, CPA, Vice President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Use pension, profit sharing, 401(k), and IRA money to fund your own franchise, business start-up or business property. This can be done without taxes, penalties, or loans, and only takes 3 Fed-Ex days.
SIEGEL BUSINESS SERVICES, INC.
(888) 840-1135
(610) 668-9780
(610) 668-3041 FAX
One Bala Plaza, Suite 516, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004-1403
Email: ssiegel@siegelbusinessservices.com
Internet: http://www.siegelbusinessservices.com
CONTACT: Bernie Siegel, PhD, FCBI, President; Shelly Siegel, Manager of Client Services
TYPE OF BUSINESS: We are the business that sells businesses. SBS was formed in 1983 after Bernie Siegel, the founder, saw the need for more professional broker services. It has developed over these many years the expertise to assist business owners and business buyers. We close the transactions because we know the issues that have to be addressed. SBS developed marketing plans that are specific for the client. SBS learned many years ago that financing the transaction is often the key to satisfying the needs of both parties to the transaction.
SIEGEL CAPITAL, LLC
(888) 840-1135
(610) 668-9780
(610) 668-3041 FAX
One Bala Plaza, Suite 516, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004-1403
Email: bsiegel@siegelcapital.com
Internet: http://www.siegelcapital.com
CONTACT: Bernie Siegel, Ph.D., President; Shelly Siegel, Vice President
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Siegel Capital was established to offer small and mid-sized companies a better way to secure capital in amounts ranging from $100,000-$10,000,000. For business acquisitions, expansion or refinancing. Risk-flee pre-qualification, submitting the loan package and expediting the loan through Siegel Capital will save time and money.
THE STEED CONSULTANCY
(903) 396-7176
(903) 396-7176 FAX
3514 Francisco Bay Drive, Kerens, TX 75144
Email: fsteed@TheSteedConsultancy.com
Internet: http://www.thesteedconsultancy.com
CONTACT: Frank Steed, President & CEO
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Franchise Consultancy.
STONEBRIDGE BUSINESS PARTNERS
(585) 340-5250
(585) 427-8948 FAX
180 Canal View Boulevard, Rochester, NY 14623
Email: info@StoneBridgeBP.com
Internet: http://www.StoneBridgeBP.com
CONTACT: James I. Marasco, CPA, Director, Corporate Services; Louis J. Camarella, Managing Director
TYPE OF BUSINESS: StoneBridge provides value-added internal audit and franchise compliance audit services to leading franchisors throughout the U.S.
MICHAEL H. SEID & ASSOCIATES, LLC
(860) 523-4257
(248) 879-1569
(860) 523-4530 FAX
94 Mohegan Drive, West Hartford, CT 06117-1403
Email: mseid@msaworldwide.com
Internet: http://www.msaworldwide.com
CONTACT: Michael H. Seid, CFE, Managing Director; Kay Marie Ainsley, Managing Director
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Michael H. Seid & Associates provides domestic and international franchise consulting services to established franchisors, companies seeking to establish franchise and licensing systems and attorneys seeking litigation support and expert witnesses. Our straightforward, practical advice to problem solving has earned us the reputation of being able to deliver strategies that can be effectively implemented by our client's personnel. We provide unparalleled personal service to our clients. Our expertise in the design, development and operation of domestic and international franchise, restaurant and retail systems is our hallmark. Companies entering franchising benefit from our approach to first learning their business and developing strategies to achieve their goals, rather than offering them prepackaged or one size fits all approaches to franchise system design and development. Established franchisors recognize that our background as both franchisors and franchisees and our experience in branding, retailing, marketing and finance provide them with a team of advisors who have the practical experience necessary to craft and implement leading edge strategies to improve their system's performance through: Tactical strategies, Franchise system design and development, Marketing and customer service strategies to improve unit performance, Domestic and international expansion strategies, Individual and multi-unit franchisee lead generation and closure strategies, System manuals and training programs, Headquarters and field support structures to improve effectiveness, Strategies and systems to improve franchisee relations. Michael also coauthored Franchising for Dummies with Dave Thomas, Founder of Wendy's.
TARBUTTON ASSOCIATES, INC.
(239) 596-1606
(239) 596-1606 FAX
7911 Grand Bay Drive, #1, Naples, FL 34108-7556
Email: LTarbutton@aol.com
CONTACT: Dr.