New Bootcamp Teaches Everything You Need to Know to Own a Franchise

Start.Pivot.Grow. (SPG) — a subsidiary program of consulting firm Integrality, that provides small business owners with services, resources, and funding — is set to offer its upcoming 5-day “I Want to Own a Franchise” virtual business bootcamp for franchisee hopefuls September 16 - 20, 2024.

Start.Pivot.Grow. announces new franchise bootcamp for franchisee hopefuls that begins online on September 16.Photo byUsed Courtesy of: Start.Pivot.Grow.

The Start.Pivot.Grow. Franchise Bootcamp is now open for registration, with only 40 seats available. This power-packed program welcomes current business owners, business enthusiasts, and prospective franchisees to register. Take advantage of early bird registration for just $19.99, available until August 30, 2024, at 11:50 pm CDT. Thereafter, general registration will be $44.00 and will remain open until September 15, 2024, at 11:50 pm CDT.

"In 2012, Census data showed that 30.8% of franchise businesses are minority owned, compared to just 18.8% of non-franchised businesses,” said Cynthia Nevels, CEO of Integrality and Founder of the Start.Pivot.Grow. “Owning a franchise can be a reliable path to sustainable wealth for minority business owners. African American business owners who switch to franchising earn 2.4 times more than other Black-owned businesses, while Hispanic franchises earn 1.7 times more and Asian businesses earn 1.1 times more."

The Start.Pivot.Grow. 'Pitch It' competition winners from the July 8th competition. SPG has several initiatives to help small businesses.Photo byNevels Media

The Start.Pivot.Grow. franchise bootcamp will cover a variety of hot topics rooted in franchising — equipping attendees with information on how to start, manage and finance a franchise of their own. The bootcamp will run daily online, Monday to Friday, from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm CDT beginning on September 16th and ending on September 20th. Scheduled topics, along with guest expert discussions include:

September 16, 2024

Owning a Franchise in America: What are Your Options?

September 17, 2024

Creating a Franchise Model: What will the Franchisor Offer You?

September 18, 2024

3 Steps to Know Before You Apply to Own a Franchise

September 19, 2024

Learn How Your Credit Impacts Your Ability to Own and Operate a Franchise

September 20, 2024

Franchise Financing and How to Raise Capital for Your Franchise

“At UPS, our dedication extends beyond delivering packages; we are committed to delivering what matters - the success and growth of the people, customers, and communities we serve worldwide,” said Dora Zapata, Community Relations Manager for UPS Foundation. “We recognize the vital role small businesses play in driving innovation and creating opportunities. In our ongoing efforts to promote equity and economic empowerment, we are excited to partner with Dallas College for the launch of Start.Pivot.Grow. This partnership embodies our mutual commitment to fostering the next generation of small business entrepreneurs.”

Bootcamp participants will gain invaluable access to expert speakers and resources provided by SPG and its partners. Through this SPG initiative, potential franchisees will be empowered to build, fund and sustain a profitable franchise business in the future.

Nikita Seal, owner of ZZ’s Ice Cream Puffs pitches her business for capital at the Start.Pivot.Grow. July 8th 'Pitch It' competition.Photo byNevels Media

Since its inception, Start.Pivot.Grow. has exercised its commitment to prioritizing the needs of emerging entrepreneurs. Through the “I Want to Own a Franchise” bootcamp, Start.Pivot.Grow. will continue to strengthen the entrepreneurial and franchise ecosystem, encouraging equitable and economic growth for potential and emerging franchise small business owners across the United States.