Franchising (Hawaii Island - Kona)

Ever wondered what it would be like to own a franchise or to franchise your business? It’s not all fast food and retail, you know! This FREE workshop will help you understand what it means to own and run a successful franchise and will answer your most important questions such as: • what exactly is a franchise and is it right for me? • how do I find a franchise that fits my income, lifestyle, wealth and equity goals? • what are the legal aspects of investing in a franchise? • what should I know about government regulation of the franchise industry? • what legal information do I need to franchise my existing business? • what financing options do I have for starting a franchise business?

Speaker(s): Scott March and Kari Waldhaus

“We are located at the NELHA (Natural Energy Lab of HI) campus, accessed from Kaimanani Dr. (traffic light just south of the airport). From Kaimanani take a right onto Makako Bay Dr. and follow the road past the beach all the way to the end. We’re in Hale Iako on the right side of the road.” The Hawai‘i SBDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hawai‘i SBDC services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Language assistance services are available for individuals with limited English proficiency as well as reasonable accommodations can be made for persons with disabilities. To make arrangements or for more information, please call 333.5000.

Fee: $ 20.00

Please pay on line by credit card at the time of registration or if that is not possible at the door by check – no cash accepted. Checks must be made out to “University of Hawaii at Hilo”. No refunds