How to Make a Difference As a Franchisee

Posted on by

The franchise industry has a bad reputation as an industry that force feeds processed foods to the masses and cons its franchisees into paying high franchise fees. Owning a franchise and saving the world don’t normally belong in the same sentence– until now, of course.

 

Truth be told, there’s more to franchising than just French fries and lawsuits. Concepts do exist that make a difference in the lives of customers, communities and franchisees. Some concepts help people change their lives for the better through charitable giving, others offer healthy alternatives to junk food and then there are those that are encouraging positive social change in the business world. Some franchises are determined to provide veterans with jobs above all others. Here is our list of favorite franchises that are making a difference:

Healthy Vending Machine Concepts

It’s not our three main meals of the day that are our unhealthiest, it’s our snacks. Healthy vending machines remind me of the saying, “Don’t hate the player, hate the game.” By stocking conveniently located vending machines with better, more nutritious options, these vending machine franchises are reinventing our definition of convenience foods.

 Personal Fitness Franchises

 Just watch one episode of “The Biggest Loser” and you’ll understand America’s fascination–and need– for businesses that empower others to get in shape, lose weight and be healthy. These fitness franchises give their customers and franchisees the power to change lives for the better.

 

Socially and Environmentally Conscious

Almost 70 percent of adults are more likely to visit a restaurant that offers food grown or raised in an organic or environmentally-friendly way. A full 83 percent of consumers want more products, services and retailers to benefit worthy causes. Over 40 percent of Americans say they’ve purchased an item solely because of its association with a social or environmental cause. If you think being a socially and/or environmentally conscientious business isn’t important, think again. These franchises have their minds set right.

  • Elevation Burger
  • Chipotle
  • Freshii
  • Apex Fun Run
 Committed To Veterans
As more and more military personnel return from overseas, more and more franchises are committing to putting veterans back to work. Some provide financial incentives, others recruit only veterans. No matter how they choose to do it, we’re glad they do!