Franchise Bootcamp
- Educate yourself on the basics of franchising
- Introduction to Vetrepreneur Franchise Coaching process
- Determine if franchising is suitable for you
Franchise Bootcamp
You’re here because you’re exploring what’s next.
This is where you start to get clarity.
In this step, you’ll get a simple overview of how franchising works, how our step-by-step coaching process guides you, and what to expect if you decide to move forward.
Educate yourself on franchising, understand the process and connect with coach.
Step Completion
Start here: Watch the Info Session
This walkthrough will give you a clear understanding of:
How franchising works • What it takes to get started • How we help you find the right fit
Simple. Clear. No pressure guidance
This walkthrough will give you a clear understanding of:
- How franchising works
- What it takes to get started
- How we help you find the right fit
Simple. Clear. No pressure guidance
The Vetrepreneur® Franchise Coaching System is Proven.
Built for Veterans and their families, our proven step-by-step process gives you clear, zero-cost guidance to decide if franchise ownership is right for you and helps you discover options that fit your goals, lifestyle, and future while guiding you toward ownership.
Who is eligible to use our Vetrepreneur® Franchise Coaching Services?
Our Franchise Coaching team is comprised of Veterans and dedicated Patriots who understand the unique advantages Veterans possess and obstacles they may encounter in franchising.
While we specialize in assisting Veterans, our ability to serve non-veterans is also unparalleled, so non-veteran Patriots are also eligible. We find that our non-veteran clients appreciate the leadership and business discipline that our military-trained Coaches bring to bear!
Huge inventory of opportunities.
We have partnerships with about 600 franchises. This enables our clients a choice of, on average, about 40 franchises in each of 15 different franchise industries.
What you DON’T need to get started.
You do need to have the attributes that make for a great franchise owner. But you don’t need to be an expert. (Example: You don’t need to be an electrician to run an electrical franchise).
You don’t need a business degree or business ownership experience.You don’t need an idea for a start-up business.
The franchisor will train you in everything you need to know to be successful in the business and will provide ongoing training and support. Also, just like the mentality in the military, franchisees can lean on other franchisees in the system for advice and support.
What franchisors are looking for in a great franchise owner.
They’re looking for people who can execute their business plans in a local market. As a franchise owner, you have three primary jobs: 1. Lead your employees. 2. Manage the resources of the business. 3. Act as the face and voice of the business to customers and the community.
You don’t need to be all of those things. Few people are. But you must know your weak areas and surround yourself with others who can cover your blind spots. Specific skills and intangibles that franchisors seek include :
1. The ability to follow a proven process.
2. Build, lead, manage and inspire teams.
3. Desire to serve your community.
4. Customer and relationship-focused.
5. Self-starter.
6. Grit and determination
7. Takes advantage of the support resources at the franchisor and fellow franchisee levels.
Sound like what was expected of you in the military?
No cost. No Obligation.
Our services are 100% free. Vetrepreneur is a veteran-owned business and may receive referral fees from participating franchise partners which enables us to provide our services for free. This is similar to a recruiting firm or headhunter model. We work with approximately 600 different franchises across 15 different franchise industries and are able to add new ones on an as-needed basis. Other entities involved in your due diligence process will obviously charge you fees if you use them, including lenders, lawyers and accountants.
Business ownership is not for everyone. In fact, it’s not for most people. Our goal is to enable you to decide if it is for you by walking you through a comprehensive, 10-step, 10-week process. You may exit the process at any point you are able to make that decision.
Team effort.
Most franchise consultants are a one-man band with a wide variety of experience level and service consistency. By contrast, Vetrepreneur is a team of professionals dedicated to helping you find your best path to owning and operating your own business.
You’ll have access your dedicated person Franchise Coach, client support team and franchise portal access with information and resources needed throughout your journey. We have connections to funding & loan experts, CPAs, accountants, credit repair specialists and legal specialists as needed along the way.
Franchise Coaches:
Sarah Brown
Judd Conatser
Tammy DeCoux
Chris Hale
Doug Hoerster
Brittany Mustybrook
Jeffrey Turner
Comprehensive matching system.
If you start searching for franchises online, which we call going to the “franchise buffet,” you will be deluged with information from a variety of sources. You get the wrong information, from an unvetted source at the wrong time.
Sometimes, people select a franchise because it appears on a list of the best franchises or their friend said this is the best franchise or they were the genius who figured out that there needs to be an xyz franchise on that corner. That may be a reasonable way to select mutual funds for your 401(k) but these are all the wrong reasons to match to a franchise. The reason is because you are running that franchise, and you are unique.
The match is critically important. Our Coaches use a combination of science and experience to match you to franchise opportunities based on six factors: your why, your fears, current and desired lifestyle, skills and interests, geographic preferences and financial resources. Most veterans we work with end up choosing a business they never envisioned themselves in. Finding the right franchise is like getting a custom-made suit. Buying a suit off the rack won’t work.
Support through the entire process.
We educate and support you through the entire 10-week process from initial inquiry to franchise award. When you become a franchise owner, you become part of the franchise system.
Once you’re in, you’re part of our tribe.
Becoming a franchisee through the Vetrepreneur® Coaching Service gives you access to free Vetreprenur® content, discounted veteran hiring services through Military Friendly® Employer Membership, one year free full membership to Buy Veteran and eligibility to earn recognition through the local and national Vetrepreneur of the Year® and Franchise Vetrepreneur of the Year awards.
We are pioneers in the veteran business movement.
We’ve been working with veterans and franchising since the company was founded in 2001. We created the National Veteran Owned Business Association in 2008 and maintain a close partnership with this venerable organization. We created Vetrepreneur® magazine and its predecessor Veterans Business Journal in 2004. We advocated for the government to meet its service-disabled, veteran-owned small business goal. We advocated for the passage of state laws mandating use of veterans in state contracts resulting in 28 additional states passing laws between 2006 and 2012. We created the Buy Veteran movement in 2009 which encourages all Americans to buy products and services from veteran-owned businesses. Finally, we created the Vetrepreneur of the Year® program in 2006.
What is Vetrepreneur's® history?
We’ve been working with veterans and franchising since the company was founded in 2001. We created the National Veteran Owned Business Association in 2008 and maintain a close partnership with this venerable organization.
We created Vetrepreneur® magazine and its predecessor Veterans Business Journal in 2004. We advocated for the government to meet its service-disabled, veteran-owned small business goal. We advocated for the passage of state laws mandating use of veterans in state contracts resulting in 28 additional states passing laws between 2006 and 2012.
We created the Buy Veteran movement in 2009 which encourages all Americans to buy products and services from veteran-owned businesses. Finally, we created the Vetrepreneur of the Year® program in 2006.
Our team knows the military community
Our team is comprised of veterans and patriots and we know the unique advantages and challenges to franchising from the veterans’ perspective.
Proud Vetrepreneur® Alumni
"Helped us find the perfect franchise fit"
“Chris stood by our side every step of the way, dedicating his time and expertise to help us find the perfect fit for our entrepreneurial goals. His in-depth knowledge of the franchise industry, coupled with his genuine commitment to our success, made the journey all the more pleasant and rewarding. We wholeheartedly recommend working with Vetrepreneur® to aspiring entrepreneurs seeking to embark on their franchise journey.”
Julio & Chelsey C.
Home Clean Heroes Franchisee
Army veteran
"Others were in awe of Vetrepreneur's® support"
“Chris and his team supported and explained every step of our process, using the service was free and the end result of the mentorship, encouragement and support was invaluable. On our franchise approval day there were 12 other potential franchisees, when I spoke about Vetrepreneur® and what support we had they were all in awe!”
David V.
Hounds Town Franchisee
Navy veteran
"All partners he recommended offered great insight!"
“My coach was a great franchise coach, he was able to connect me with a franchise that without his guidance I would not have even considered as an option for me. All of the partners he recommended from the attorney to the lender were responsive, knowledgeable and offered great insight.”
Juanita B.
College Hunks Franchisee
Navy veteran
Veteran-Led Step-by-Step Guidance
We don’t push franchises, we help you figure out if this path is right for you.
If it is, we guide you step-by-step to find the right opportunity based on your goals, lifestyle, location and financial picture.
- Open to Veterans and their families.
- Access to 600+ franchise opportunities across 15+ industries matched to you.
- Options that fit your lifestyle: Home-based, mobile, or brick-and-mortar.
- 100% Free guidance. We’re paid by the franchisor if you are awarded a franchise.
- No pressure. You decide what’s right for you.
- No experience needed. The franchisor will train you for success.
If it’s not the right fit, we’ll tell you.
If it is, we’ll help you move forward to make a decision with confidence.
You don’t need to have everything figured out. This just helps us point you in the right direction.
Step 2: Your Readiness Check
Step 2 - Check Your Readiness
You’ve taken the first step. This is where we get a clearer picture of where you’re at.
This quick check helps us determine whether franchising is a realistic fit for you right now and what your next step should be.
If it looks like a good fit, you’ll be able to schedule a Discovery Call with a Veteran Franchise Coach to explore your options.
**Why we ask for financial information: Many franchisors have minimum capital, net worth and credit score requirements. Providing this information upfront ensures you’re set up for financial success and paired with the best franchise for you from the get-go. Your information is secure and we don’t share any information without your approval.
Takes less than 2 minutes. No obligation.
Next Step / Discovery Meeting: Fill out the form above and schedule your discovery call. You’ll be matched with a Veteran franchise coach to guide you through your journey. You will be given your own personal login as you progress with a Franchise coach. More Steps will unlock as you move forward.
Tasks to Complete
Track your progress by click the “Check Mark” as you complete each task.
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Task 1
Watch the Franchise Info Session Video
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Task 2
Fill Out Your Readiness Check
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Task 3
Schedule Your Discovery Call
This will be your first conversation with your personal Veteran franchise coach.
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