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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Minuteman Press Franchise Owner Juanita A. Glenn Celebrates 8 Years & Business Growth in Upper Marlboro, MD
Juanita A. Glenn focuses on marketing/Internet marketing, high-demand products, and community engagement to effectively operate and grow her Minuteman Press franchise in Upper Marlboro, MD.
In December of 2016, Juanita A. Glenn bet on herself and purchased her Minuteman Press franchise in Upper Marlboro, MD. As she celebrates 8 years in business, Juanita reflects, “The last 8 years have been nothing short of an amazing blessing. I am a firm believer that if you persevere, work hard, and be consistent, it will eventually pay off. Of course, I have had my challenges during the building stages but determination and being persistent were the key factors to the success of the business.”
Juanita continues, “It’s extremely exciting to see the growth of the business. As with any company, the first 5 years are pivotal. I am now in my eighth year and with all of my hard work, I am so grateful to see this growth. I can truly attribute my success to the blessings of God and having a great team that exudes professionalism and focuses on producing excellence. Hard work and determination are a must in order to see exponential growth in a business.”
When asked about her most recent sales growth, Juanita shares:
- “Marketing is definitely a key factor in the growth of my business. I also believe that the Minuteman Press Internet Marketing Program has been a huge contributor to this growth. I have noticed a drastic change since I have increased my Internet Marketing spend.”
- “The vast majority of projects that contribute to our growth are mainly booklets, postcards, and garments. We regularly produce perfect bound and spiral bound booklets for local businesses and organizations. We have seen a significant increase in signs and postcards too. I can also now fulfill orders for t-shirts in-house and increase my bottom line.”
Journey to Minuteman Press
Prior to Minuteman Press, Juanita shares, “My professional background consisted of Web Development and Graphic Design. I was skilled in the area from my job experience and school/training. I developed such a love for graphic design that I was being sought out by people who saw my work. Afterward, I got requests to design and print booklets, tickets, and programs. I eventually started a part-time business in 2003 and opened a small office where I did most of my work. I used that office to print, design, and do web development training.”
Since purchasing the business, Juanita has thrived in her role as business owner and she hasn’t looked back. She shares, “Being a business owner is one of the most rewarding positions one can have because it allows you to build and do the work that you love. I enjoy interacting with people and making sure their jobs are done with excellence and quality. I also love the independence, control, and flexibility that I have as the owner of my business.”
She also credits the training and support from Minuteman Press that has helped her grow. Juanita reflects, “The training is something I will never forget when I first started my business. It was well-organized and I loved the aspect of comprehensive training. Being in that training allowed me to be more prepared and confident that I could make this a successful business.” Juanita continues, “The ongoing support throughout the years is something that I am extremely elated to have as a Minuteman Press owner. The local support and help from World HQ have always been very professional. I am ever so grateful for Bob Heimbuch who is an amazing Regional VP and the field support team that was instrumental and consistent with getting me off the ground in my first few years with marketing.”
“Printing is so vital because it’s necessary for promotion, marketing, and growing businesses locally and nationwide. Printing tends to still be a contributing factor to business operations and marketing strategies. It gives tangible advantages that digital media cannot always replicate, such as personal and emotional connection, responsibility, credibility, and higher engagement. Customers seem to engage more with physical items and print can leave a lasting impression, making it easier to recall a brand or message that customers can appreciate.” -Juanita A. Glenn
Community Engagement & Advice for Others
Another reason for Juanita’s steady growth is due to her involvement in the community. She provides the following tips for other business owners who are looking to build relationships the right way:
- Networking and Partnerships: “A business can actively participate by forming partnerships, attending industry events, and joining local business groups. This participation fosters both personal and professional growth while contributing to the broader ecosystem. Attending events and social media platforms allow you to get your business name out to the public.”
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): “By contributing to the local community or specific causes, including supporting local charities, creating job opportunities, or providing resources for education and development are very pivotal to the business.”
Juanita concludes with the following additional advice: “Make sure you have the right staff in place and don’t delay until you find the one that will see the worth of the business. Also, increase your investment in the Internet Marketing Program and market as often as you can. This is very important and instrumental in my business because it helps broaden the search for my location.”
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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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