Franchise & Business Opportunity News

Who is brandEXPANSION?

brandEXPANSION ‘s name says it all. We aim to expand your brand, whether that’s buying your first franchise outlet or taking a regional concept national. We are the only firm of its kind that serves all aspects of franchising from digital media publications to franchise development to careers in franchise consulting.

In franchising, mistakes can cost you time and money. You want to make sure you do it right the first time. brandEXPANSION’s unique 360-degree view of the franchising industry enables us to guide you to the best possible outcomes. From concept to strategy to implementation, we have the resources to assist you every step of the way. We look forward to putting our experience and expertise to work on your behalf.

We simplify the franchise experience by providing on-going information, consulting and support designed to deliver the most profitable franchise investment you can attain. brandEXPANSION has been involved in virtually every aspect of franchising, from the initial concept strategy and writing of franchise documents to franchise development, training, operations, advertising, marketing and sales. Our professionals have placed more than 1000 business and franchise units nationwide while our real estate experience has resulted in more than 600 real estate locations selected and more than 200 construction projects completed. We currently represent more than 400 proven franchise companies.

In addition, brandEXPANSION operates the world’s leading franchise opportunity and resource network, First Prize Franchise, brandEXPANSION Hot Press and Franchise Ultra Lounge. We’re continuously researching the franchise arena in order to provide our clients with the most efficient and effective services available.

We offer our clients a comprehensive range of services:
• Franchise development and launch
• Franchise purchase
• Franchise enhancement
• Franchise finance
• Franchise advertising
• Franchise real estate
• Careers in franchise consulting

Franchise Development and Launch
Our franchise support services address every element of franchise development, from legal services to real estate to advertising and beyond. We’ve assembled an exceptional team of accomplished professionals whose expertise is available for you at every turn in the franchising process.

Franchise Purchase
At brandEXPANSION, we help you pinpoint the business opportunity that best matches your professional and personal priorities, . We have screened hundreds of companies and only represent those that meet our high standards for value. Consequently, we’ll present only those that meet your specific criteria.

Franchise Finance
Whether it’s to start a franchise, acquire an existing franchise or expand your territory through new locations, we specialize in securing franchise financing. Unlike single franchise brokers, we have access to a broad range of institutional lenders who can make your investment happen.

Franchise Enhancement
brandEXPANSION can help you increase franchise sales and overall marketability. Let our consultants analyze your current franchise offering and determine how to take your franchise to the next level of performance.

Franchise Advertising
Introduce the world to your franchise and recruit qualified franchisees at firstprizefranchise.com and hundreds of individual industry and franchise concept Review websites. We produce the very best results in Internet advertising, attracting more people, more often to our family of sites who are interested in franchise and business opportunities. We have thousands of subscribers to our weekly franchise opportunity newsletter.

Franchise Real Estate
The brandEXPANSION Team provides retailers with superior outsourced real estate services. Our professionals have proven experience at each step in the process of planning, developing and managing high-performance retail portfolios. Finding the right real estate for your concept is one of the most important aspects of starting a franchise.

Careers in Franchising
We train, certify and support brandEXPANSION Franchise Associates to achieve exceptional personal freedom and financial rewards as a franchise consultant. We provide the largest selection of franchises available from one franchise opportunity brokerage anywhere. We only offer those franchises for referral that meet our high standards of excellence, integrity and quality.

Founders
Michael Hemenway – With a lifetime spent as a serial entrepreneur, Mr. Hemenway has over 30 years of business, advertising, marketing and franchise experience. He developed, operated and sold many businesses on his path to success; he brings with him a wealth of experience and hands-on business knowledge. He played a major role in establishing and developing an internet network of franchise business opportunities and concept consulting services worldwide. Mr. Hemenway is the Co-Founder, Publisher and Chief Executive Officer of brandEXPANSION, Ltd., and oversees the overall direction of the company and future projects.

Ray Flores – With more than a fourteen years of franchise experience, Mr. Flores brings with him a MBA in Business Management. He has been instrumental in development of several leading franchise concepts in existence today. He has sold over 1000 franchise units in multiple industries, secured real estate and supervised construction projects to completion. He played a major role in establishing and developing an internet network of franchise business opportunities and concept consulting services worldwide. Mr. Flores is the Co-Founder and President of brandEXPANSION, Ltd., and oversees the overall direction of the company and future projects.

Vision
brandEXPANSION will be trusted, reliable industry leaders in all areas of franchising, including business and information needs.
Mission
To provide our customers the ideal resources to develop and maintain leadership status within their respected industries.
By doing this with enthusiasm and passion, we shall determine the most efficient and effective means to expand their brand.
bE FOCUSED
At brandEXPANSION we assist you in achieving your full potential, earning ownership rewards through creative design by understanding goals with strategic planning and efficient allocation for desired results.

You know it’s First Prize if it has our Brand on it…bE FOCUSED and Welcome to brandEXPANSION.

Contact us today