Minuteman Press is the world's largest & #1 rated printing, marketing and design franchise that was established over 50 years ago. We offer our franchisees a business that provides high demand products and services, a proven business model, and regional support offices.
At Minuteman Press, We Are The Modern Printing Industry™
Own the #1 Printing and Marketing Franchise
We are the #1 rated printing franchise. Opportunity features capped royalties, multiple revenue streams, local support and much more. There has never been a better time to own a Minuteman Press, and you too can take advantage of our unique franchise system.
Started in 1973 by Roy Titus and his son Bob, Minuteman Press began franchising in 1975 and has grown to nearly 1,000 business service franchise locations worldwide including the U.S., Australia, Canada, South Africa, and the United Kingdom.
A Complete Marketing Service Provider
At Minuteman Press, We Are The Modern Printing Industry™ providing high quality products and services that meet the needs of today's business professionals and go way beyond ink on paper.Today, our centers offer innovative branding solutions and produce custom designs, promotional products, branded apparel, direct mail marketing, large format printing (banners and posters), signs and graphics, and much more. Prior experience is not necessary to own and operate a successful Minuteman Press franchise.
Top Reasons to Choose Minuteman Press
With our line of products and services and our method of working with and helping business people, it has never been easier to stand out. We do this through a variety of ways depending on what our customers are looking for.#1 RATED
Continually rated #1 in Printing & Marketing Service Franchises By Entrepreneur!LOCAL SUPPORT
Regional Support offices staffed with representatives that provide local, face-to-face assistance.MULTI-REVENUE STREAMS
Provide high demand products & services that every business needs & reordered regularly: Digital Printing, large format & signs, promotional items, apparel & mailing services.ROYALTY CAP
A unique royalty incentive program that has a limited royalty structure to help maximize your income. You’d be hard pressed to find another franchise that caps their royalty at reasonable level.PROPRIETARY SOFTWARE
We reinvest into our franchise owners & developed proprietary business management & pricing software that is unmatched in the industry.UNMATCHED SUPPORT
We have support that is unmatched in the world of franchising with over 25 regional support teams that offer onsite assistance from management to marketing support. As well as a large support staff at Head office providing IT, R&D, new product development and business analysis.OVER 50 YEARS OF FRANCHISING
With almost 1,000 locations we have tremendous mass purchasing power enabling our owners to receive outstanding prices from vendors and suppliers.EVERY BUSINESS IS A POTENTIAL CUSTOMER
We can provide any printed media that a business uses for their daily operations; we will also consult with our clients assisting them in their advertising and marketing efforts. Minuteman Press centers have the programs in place to deliver results and ensure repeat business from clients.Our Unique Support System
A franchise will provide a system for success that is continually refined.Minuteman Press also provides high brand recognition, user-friendly business management, pricing & marketing software, and continuing development and research along with a supportive network of industry experts with a wealth of knowledge to share.
We've reinvested back into our franchise owners by establishing regional support offices to assist our franchise owners on site.
TRAINING
The majority of our owners didn't have prior industry experience, and many have not owned a business before. Our owners will focus their efforts on managing & marketing their business, not doing the production work.We've developed a detailed two week training program conducted by our professional training staff, many of whom were with Minuteman Press since its beginning. In training we assume two items, you don't have any previous background in printing and you've never run your own business before.
ONGOING SUPPORT
The primary responsibility of every franchisor should be to support their owners in developing a successful franchise. Minuteman Press has been doing just that for over 50 years.We are consistently using our power in numbers to obtain more mass purchasing power, assist in lowering costs for our owners, and continually develop and improve our programs.
What are we looking for in a franchisee?
You do not need any prior experience to own and operate a Minuteman Press franchise.We are looking for individuals who enjoy working with like-minded business owners and we are alert to the needs of their business community.
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Hercules Press Converts to Minuteman Press Franchise in West Roxbury, MA
Hercules Press, which has been operating for 51 years, has been sold by retiring second-generation owner Michael Macrides to new Minuteman Press franchise owner Michael Campagnone. Moving forward, the business is now operating as Minuteman Press in West Roxbury. The business remains located at 91 Spring Street, West Roxbury, MA 02132.
On buying the business, Michael Campagnone says, “I was looking to buy a business for about a year. I came across an ad that Minuteman Press was running on BizBuySell and gave them a call. I was then connected with Todd Golberg, Minuteman Press New England Regional VP. We met and clicked right away as he helped me weigh my options and see what was being offered. I chose to buy Hercules Press because I liked the idea of buying an established business and having that springboard to growth in the community. Working with Todd made this decision easier and he is one of the main reasons I bought Hercules Press and joined Minuteman Press.”
On selling the business, Michael Macrides shares, “The last thing I expected to get out of the sale was a new friend but Michael C. and I have developed a great relationship. My staff is also very happy working for Michael and also my customers of 40+ years all seem to be very comfortable with the new regime. This has been a very smooth transition, and Todd Golberg was professional and genuine throughout this process of connecting me with Michael C. and getting the sale completed.”
History of the Business
Hercules Press has a long history in West Roxbury and the Boston area. Michael Macrides says, “Hercules Press was started in 1973 by my dad, George Macrides, who had been a press operator at Business Printing on Broad Street in Boston for 23 years before he was laid off. I joined him in 1984 as I had been a musician in need of a job to support a new family. In 1988, my dad retired and I bought the building where the business is currently located.”
Selling the Business
40 years after joining his dad George in the family business, Michael Macrides has now sold Hercules Press to Michael Campagnone, who has transitioned the business to Minuteman Press in West Roxbury while retaining the current staff. The most important factor for Michael M. was finding the right buyer who would continue operating the business in a way that best served his clients as well as his employees. He found the right fit with the Minuteman Press Conversion Program, which helps independent owners like Michael sell his business at no cost and zero commission fees.
Michael M. shares, “When I began to think about exiting, two years before beginning the process with Minuteman Press, it was obvious that the franchises were going to be my best bet. I called a couple of other franchises before Minuteman but neither impressed me as entities that would care at all about my customers or myself. I put the sale on the backburner for a year or so and then received a mailer from Minuteman Press and called Todd Golberg. Todd was professional yet warm and sincere and it wasn't long before I realized he was truly interested in a great outcome for everyone.”
“The transition was smooth and everyone pulled in the same direction. Both parties required accommodations at different points in the transition and we were all on board with helping each other. Of course, I would recommend that anyone who is looking to sell their print shop to talk with Minuteman Press.” -Michael Macrides, Retiring Owner, Hercules Press (now Minuteman Press in West Roxbury, MA)
Buying the Business – Why Minuteman Press?
Michael C. shares his top 5 reasons for joining the Minuteman Press franchise family:
- Business Model: I liked the Minuteman Press business concept as well as the stability.
- Print is Essential: The printing industry is somewhat recession-proof.
- Support: The franchise support from Todd and everyone at MPIHQ. Their training was fantastic and the support for their FLEX business software is outstanding.
- Scalability: I bought an established business and Minuteman Press gives me the resources to expand product lines into areas such as apparel and Every Door Direct Mail (EDDM).
- Easy Transition: I have retained the staff and also have the support of Minuteman Press, which makes the transition much easier. I share with our clients that nothing has changed other than the extra bandwidth and resources we have to further help them grow.
“I was in the hospitality field for 45 years as I grew up in the restaurant industry and have been around it my whole life. Making this transition to the printing industry that is B2B and Minuteman Press simply made sense for both my family and for me.” -Michael Campagnone, Owner, Minuteman Press, West Roxbury MA (formerly Hercules Press)
Quick Hits
Training: “Training was fantastic and everyone at MPIHQ did a great job in answering questions and giving us ample time to interact and engage with them as we were learning.
Royalty Incentive Program: “Having a monthly royalty cap incentivizes me to do more business. It’s clear that Minuteman Press wants me to be successful and reap the benefits of that success.”
The Printing Industry: “I am new to the printing industry and was surprised at first by how many people and businesses really need and use printing. People need these tangible products.”
Applying Customer Service Skillset: “I cut my teeth on providing outstanding customer service. I feel like I have a huge advantage selling our products and serving our clients because customer satisfaction is right in my wheelhouse. I can apply my skillset from the hospitality industry and make sure our customers feel valued and have a positive experience.”
Business Community: “I am new to West Roxbury. I think when you are serving the community and providing any kind of service like ours, it’s important to be flexible, meet deadlines, and support each other as small business owners.”
Internet Marketing: “The tools Minuteman Press provides such as their Internet Marketing Program and enhanced website options are great for generating leads and also making you look more professional with your online presence once they do visit your website.”
Owning a Business vs. Having a Job: “I just love that when you own a business, whatever decisions you make are yours, and no one else is making them for you. Minuteman Press gives me guidelines but we still have the freedom to run the business my way.”
Advice for Others: “There’s always going to be a learning curve during the transition period. Don’t overthink it and trust the process. Looking back, I wish I would have bought the business even sooner.”
Anytime you need support or anytime you want help, there is a whole network behind you… When you need them they are right there.
I had enough of working for other people, so I decided to look at franchise opportunities because I really always wanted my own business, from the moment I graduated and throughout my career. I evaluated four franchise systems and it was clear to me that Minuteman Press International was the best one for me based on two primary reasons: 1. Some of the active franchise owners I talked to told me, ‘You’d better like computers;’ and 2. ‘You’d better like marketing.’ So for me, if those are the biggest ‘negatives’ it makes a lot of sense to buy into the Minuteman Press International product
It makes my job easy from a marketing standpoint and from a pricing standpoint. It is really lovely and easy to use.
We were looking to work in our own business, but did not know where to start. We ended up going to a franchise show where we met the folks at Minuteman Press International. They had the most impressive presentation, the best training program, and the most comprehensive support we saw for an affordable franchise. So, we went in that direction and boom—32 years later, here we are!
Becoming a Minuteman Press Franchise owner 10 years ago is definitely one of the best decisions I’ve ever made in my entire life. I had researched many other companies and different industries for a while, but none of them gave me the level of confidence that I needed to motivate me and move forward that Minuteman Press did. Once my decision was made, and we moved forward with training and opening up my center, they gave me a great solid foundation, and second to none ongoing support to this day. I love my local field representatives; we have a great relationship with Dan Byers and Steve Szymanski. They have my back any day and any time. Our success as owners is their success as well. I came to this beautiful country 33 years ago without a dollar in my pocket, no skills, no academic degrees, no English, not even a high school diploma. Just a young teenager at that time, running away from a very conflicted civil war in El Salvador, looking for a better life. All I can say now is God is great! Thank God for the vision of the founding fathers of this great franchise Minuteman Press International, and the legacy that has been passed on and is reflected through our CEO Bob Titus and the entire team all across the globe.
My favorite part about this industry is the variety and the people. We get to work across so many different industries it's never a dull moment. We work with manufacturers, bakers, churches and even a company that does custom cranes to repair railroads. I love the relationships that we build with our clients as they grow and evolve their businesses.
I bought my Minuteman Press franchise when I was in my 20s. I absolutely love the business model and the expansion into promotional products. Networking comes naturally to me and Minuteman Press is a huge help when it comes to training and support. I also love the camaraderie that I have with other Minuteman Press owners, who are always willing to listen. From corporate to colleagues, we are all in this together, and I couldn’t ask for a better support system.
From the day I started over ten years ago, everything began to move towards digital printing. I knew that Minuteman Press International was following the industry very closely and did their homework on printing trends and innovations. I followed their direction they gave us, and we have extended our business not only into digital printing but also promotional items as well. I am in charge, but I also have all of the resources at the national and local levels thanks to Minuteman Press. We all share ideas and you get the pulse of how other centers do business, and that is very helpful. We are all part of the same franchise family and the owners who I contact are very open and supportive. My advice: Stay within the franchise system, but be who you are. I find satisfaction with Minuteman Press.
I felt that after 27 years of service at my previous job, it was time for me to change careers. After praying and seeking advice, I took a leap of faith and left my job. Once I completed graduate school in 2016 with a degree in management, I felt ready to hone in on what I had learned from school and the skills I had obtained over the years. I wanted to be my own boss and I knew Minuteman Press was the right franchise for what I wanted to do. I was comforted in knowing that Minuteman Press had been around for over 40 years and the company was well-established with a great business model and structure.
I left the retail industry behind for Minuteman Press, which enabled me to work regular Monday through Friday business hours. I also love the short reorder cycle that print provides. When I was working in retail, I would sit in the store and wait for customers to come in. With Minuteman Press, customers will reorder all of their materials faster and I am able to spend my time getting out there and growing my business.
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