About the Course

Explore franchising as a path to business ownership and learn the key factors to consider before investing in a franchise, with a focus on opportunities in markets comparable in size to Peoria, Illinois. This presentation covers: • What is franchising? • How does buying a franchise differ from buying a traditional business? • What are the risks and rewards of franchising? • How are franchises regulated in the U.S.? • Can any business become a franchise? • Who makes a good franchise buyer? • How do you determine if a franchise is a good fit for you? • How can you finance a franchise purchase? Speaker: Ben Terrill is the Owner of FranNet of Missouri/Kansas/Illinois/Iowa. He has worked with hundreds of entrepreneurs looking to discover the best pathways to business ownership. Ben offers one-on-one consulting and additional educational resources to those seeking to know more about franchising. He comes from an entrepreneurial family and has 25 years of experience in sales, sales management and related businesses. Ben graduated from the University of Missouri and lives in St. Louis with his wife and son.