Key Considerations For A Franchisor Exit Strategy: The M&A Deal

Acquisitions of other businesses, to strategically grow an existing business or as a financial investment aimed at earning a good return, have been around since the beginning of modern commerce.  However, historically, franchise companies grew organically, with traditional financing, as needed.  Exit strategies for the entrepreneur-franchisor were often very low on the strategic plan. Today, …

The Economics of a Master Franchisee Deal Must Be Mutually Beneficial

Master franchising can be an effective strategy for growing your franchise system in a new territory or country. Paramount to the long-term success of a master franchise deal is ensuring that both master franchisor and master franchisee negotiate an agreement which is economically beneficial to both parties. Let’s look at some key elements that go …