MBE Franchises
What is a Franchise?
It is a previously profitable business tested as successful by a person called "Franchisee". The Franchise business model is based on a structure, which is operated through an established business system that is projected via a corporate image and licensed to independent individuals called Franchisees. By means of the Franchisor’s system, the Franchisee acquires the knowledge, experience and methodology of said business.
The relation between the franchisor and franchisee is regulated through a contract by means of which the Franchisor grants to the Franchisee a license to operate, use of its trade mark, commercial operating knowledge, and other "know-how" procedures to operate said business. On the other side, the Franchisee promises to maintain the same corporate image, commercial standards, and qualitative and operating standards established by the Franchisor.
Through economy of scale benefits the individual businessperson is provided a proven business model to expand commercial business services and products in their selected trade area.
Advantages of a Franchise System
• Being in business with a proven and tested business formula
• Excellent form to do business as an independent operator with support from a corporate office
• Economies of scale
• Better cost structures, better discounts and terms of payment.
• Leverage working within a Network
• Access to best practices, marketing, etc.
• Research and development
• Differentiation of services and more satisfied clients.
• Smaller risk and greater probability of success
• After 5 years 95% of the franchisees continue operating vs. 48% of the independent business
The MBE business model is based on a Business Format system.
In a Business Format Franchise the franchisor gives the permission to the franchisee for the use of product, services, and a trademark. The entire business format is also taught to the franchisee including marketing, selling, inventory, accounting and personnel training.
In the case of Mail Boxes Etc. World Wide, a Master Licensee for the
MBE History
• 1980 the Corporation is founded
• 1986 First public offering - NASDAQ
• 1988 Opening of the first international
• 1991 International development plan formalized
• 1997 MBE
• 1997 Acquisition of USOP (United State Offices Products)
• 1998 MBE Central America opens
• 1999 MBE opens fist store in
• 1999 Strategic Alliances with e-bay, iship.com and with USPS
• 2000
• 2001 MBE becomes subsidiary of UPS
• 2007 Opens MBE # 25 in
• More than 1,400 Franchises around the world
• Presence in more than 43 countries
• Master Licensee coverage in over 76 countries
• MBE is two times larger than the sum of all its competitors
• MBE has been ranked the #1 Postal and Business Communications franchisees worldwide over the past 15 years
MBE has been categorized among the TOP TEN franchise systems in the world.
MBE Latin-American Region Status
• 135 MBE Centers open in the region:
- 18 in
- 5 in
- 1 in
- 1 in
- 1 in
- 45 in México
- 39 in Venezuela
- 12 in Colombia
- 8 in Brazil
- 5 - Domenican Rep.
Process of Granting an MBE Franchise
The process of granting an MBE franchise has the following steps: The process begins with filling out an MBE Application for Consideration. Once we receive the applicant’s application, we will contact the individual in order to schedule a telephone call or a meeting at our Regional offices. This first appointment is structured to answer initial questions and determine if an MBE Franchise is a good fit for the applicant.
After the first meeting the Master Licensee selection committee meets to review the applicant’s application and in writing approves or rejects the application. If approved the applicant is invited to a second meeting at which time we clarify any doubts and answer any further questions. At the end of the second meeting the applicant is provided a Letter of Intent to purchase an MBE Franchisee.
The next steps are for the applicant to sign the Letter of Intent and place a $10,000 USD deposit down. Within 30 days the applicant is required to review the Individual MBE franchise contract and pay the balance of fees required.
The next step after the contract is signed is for the new franchisee to select two to three retail locations within their trade area for review and approval by MBE Central America Region. Once a site has been selected the formal build process begins with an opening order place, furniture ordered and training scheduled.
Why MBE?
Reasons why becoming an MBE franchisee is a good decision:
• MBE ranked #5 on entrepreneur.com list of 500 best franchises
• Successful global growth of one MBE center opened each workday
• 30 years of business market validation
• Successful global network with strategic alliance with UPS.
Business Proposition
MBE’s business proposition is based on the following points:
You will be an owner of your own business... but will not be alone. With more than 1,400 MBE operating worldwide Mail Boxes Etc. is a leader in postal and business communications services. Our network and corporate business experiences are consolidated and shared with franchisees in best practices forums. As the owner of an MBE franchise you will receive professional support and access to proven services / products and new profit centers to help you grow and develop your
Store Opening Support
With our experienced based market location research, we will help you locate and negotiate a retail space that maximizes your in presence in your trade area.
Design and construction of MBE Center
We design and build each Center by means of a modular system, which permits efficient store openings.
Training
The MBE training program consists of a comprehensive two week course in which theory gives itself and practice on operating procedures, profit center development, publicity, marketing and management- all that is needed to open and operate an
Marketing Support
MBE Central America marketing department in coordination with regional Marketing firms develop and provide MBE Centers with material and marketing to assist in creating customer awareness and increase profit value. Through MBE’s global network, successful marketing campaigns are shared and customized to meet local market needs.
Network Purchasing Power
Through high volume of purchases from vendors, MBE Central America is able to negotiate favorable pricing for its entire network from such providers as: FedEx – DHL – UPS – and
Team of Professionals
A team of global and local MBE staff professionals are at the disposal of all franchisee on a daily basis to facilitate operational requests, listen to suggestions, and to respond to questions.
Decentralized
The MBE system of a Regional Master Licensee permits MBE World Wide to offer continuous local support. This regional approach contributes to the expansion and prosperity of the MBE Central America network.
New Sources of Business
MBE consistently seeks out and develops new profit and revenue streams for its franchisees. These new products and services allow MBE Centers the opportunity to cross sell and up sell their core profit centers.
Professional development
Professional development through seminars assists franchisees in growing their management and sales skills throughout the year. You will be able to attend seminars and national and international conventions organized by MBE..
Location Exclusiveness
You will have a trade area protected, in which MBE will not locate another franchise.
Exchange of Know-how