Franchise Information Center

In October of 2003, David Goldvug joined the Minuteman Press franchise family when he bought his center in Greenwich, CT. At the time, David was working in computer networking and support and was looking for a change. He reflects, “It was a ‘lucky accident’ that I found Minuteman Press at the perfect time. I wanted to own a business and be my own boss, and here I am over 20 years later. I’m very grateful.” Minuteman Press in Greenwich is located at 154 Prospect Street, Greenwich, CT 06830.

Franchising, often associated with big brands with big price tags, can feel out of reach to people operating on a budget. But the truth is, franchising is not just about million-dollar restaurants. There are many financially accessible opportunities that can fit within your budget.

Looking to build your own business but want the backing of a proven brand? Franchising offers a smart way to step into ownership with structure, support and brand power behind you. But with hundreds of concepts out there, how do you choose the right franchise? The answer starts with asking the right questions—and knowing what to look for in a brand that’s built to last.

Fully Promoted, a top distributor in the promotional products industry, proudly celebrated its 25th year in business at its annual convention in Fort Worth, Texas. Coinciding with the ASI Show® hosted by the Advertising Specialty Institute, the event gathered over 200 attendees, including franchise owners, sales representatives, and vendors, as well as staff from United Franchise Group™ (UFG), of which Fully Promoted is an affiliated brand.

Millennials are a generation known for disrupting norms, seeking purpose beyond profit, and using technology to its fullest. A generation that tends to opt towards legacy building pursuits alongside the quest for income. Let’s look closer at what that means for those of this cohort when considering whether to start a franchise.

Melanie Collao and Gary Biala are the owners of Minuteman Press in Winnipeg since February of 2019, when they opened a brand new location. In September of 2024, Melanie and Gary acquired Rap Printers & Rent-a-Post, a single location operating two distinct businesses with over ten years in business. Melanie says, “This acquisition has been fantastic for our business! We’re on track to double our sales compared to last year.”