Master Franchises.
This is where an existing UK Franchisor seeks a Franchisee who is able to take control of large areas of the country, or the whole country.
Normally the Master/Area Franchisee will recruit and manage additional franchisees and will be involved in the overall development of the business in the area under his or her control.
Whilst the overall price of the Master Franchise Opportunity is significantly higher than a normal franchise, the earning potential is also higher as the Master Franchisee will normally benefit from a proportion of the fees paid by other Franchisees in the area. The Master Franchisee will also be involved in Franchise recruitment and training.
source: http://www.franchisebusiness.co.uk/master/
Bill McCallum
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