Women in Franchising
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3 Ways Franchising Meets the Needs of Female Entrepreneurs
Female entrepreneurship has been on the rise for decades, and the growth of women franchisees is actually outpacing the average. There are several factors, but these three stand out.
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10 Key Points Potential Female Franchisees Should Consider
Two franchise industry veterans offer advice on what to keep in mind when starting your business.
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Case Study: Successfully Running a Restaurant without Prior Franchise Industry Experience
How the training systems of a franchisor helped a woman franchisee reach her goal of business ownership with no prior industry experience in the restaurant business.
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Women in Franchising - Assistance from Associations and Organizations
There are a variety of services and resources that encourage and support the development of women-owned businesses and franchises. On this page is background on a number of them.
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Women in Business and Franchising
Women-owned businesses are becoming increasingly important to the U.S. economy, and the number of women making their presence felt in the franchising industry is steadily increasing too.
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Why is Franchising a Good Business Venture for Women?
Read several reasons why industry experts believe women are a great match for the franchising model.
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Why Women Make Great Franchisees
Every person is unique, but here are 5 general reasons women make great franchisees.
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Spotlight on Boosting Capital Access for Women Business Owners
This summer, U.S. Senator & Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship Maria Cantwell initiated legislation to increase the availability of Small Business Administration loans for women in pursuit of funding their business.
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Franchise Community Contributions Support Non-Profits & Diversity
You may have heard the term "franchise community." Here are ways two franchises that taking an extra step in reaching out to their respective communities.
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Pigtails & Crewcuts Franchise Creates Family Business Opportunities
Getting a haircut as a child can be nerve wracking. Atlanta-based kid-centric hair salon Pigtails & Crewcuts caters specifically to these special clients making the experience fun and entertaining. The franchise also has found a niche in aspiring women business owners.