Veterans always have been drawn to the franchise business model, and franchisers have long recognized entrepreneurial veterans are some of the best qualified, motivated, and successful prospective franchisees out there. Even though veterans account for about 7% of the population, 14% of franchisees are vets.

Veteran franchisees are more likely to hire veterans as employees, and 65% of franchisers say their rate of hiring veterans has increased in recent years.

Are you a transitioning servicemember, military spouse, or veteran looking at franchising but confused by the many business models and options? Consider these free events as part of your research:

April 13: MOAA Webinar

MOAA has teamed with VetFran – a program from the International Franchise Association (IFA) and IFA Foundation that’s been helping veterans in this space for more than 30 years – for a special webinar event. The goal: Help explain the unique match between the skills and aptitude found in the military/veteran community and the demands and opportunities of being a franchisee.

Register today to Join us Wednesday, April 13, at 2 p.m. Eastern for expert advice and insights on finding the right franchising fit and taking your small business ownership career to the next level!

April 9: Franchise Show

Looking for an in-person networking and business ownership opportunity? Join MOAA at an exclusive seminar for uniformed servicemembers, veterans, and military spouses at The Franchise Show on Saturday, April 9, at 11 a.m. Eastern at the Dulles Expo Center in Chantilly, Va. 

The session, Exploring Franchising as a Career Path, will let attendees:

• Hear from franchisors and franchisees on how their military experience has shaped their success.
• Learn the basics of franchising, including details on the support, training, and security the business model offers.
• Discover financing opportunities for those who have served.

Attendees can visit The Franchise Show after the panel discussion to talk face-to-face with companies looking for franchisees, dealers, and distributors. Your military ID card earns you free admission to the two-day event; get show hours and more details at this link.