- 2022 Franchise 500 Rank
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#2Ranked #3 last year
- Initial investment
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$122K - $508K
- Units as of 2022
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5,464 5.8% over 3 years
Company Overview
About The UPS Store
- Industry
- Services (Other)
- Related Categories
- Postal & Business Centers,Miscellaneous Retail Businesses,Shipping Services
- Founded
- 1980
- Parent Company
- United Parcel Service
- Leadership
- Sarah Casalan Bittle, President
More from The UPS Store
Be In Business For Yourself, Not By Yourself
First-hand feedback from our franchise owners throughout the country has revealed that opening a franchise with The UPS Store was one of theirmost rewarding business decisions. Owning a franchise with an industry leading brand like The UPS Store offers aspiring entrepreneurs the opportunity to chase their dreams of small-business ownership and management with the trusted support of an experienced national brand behind you every step of the way.
Opening a franchise allows you to enjoy the freedom and flexibility of making your own business decisions and being your own boss, while working towards your goals of personal and financial independence and your own pace.
Having helped thousands of first-time business owners just like you during our 40 years of experience in the franchise industry, and withmore than 5,000 locations across the U.S., The UPS Store is your trusted source for everything you need to know about owning a franchise. Count on the superior support and training of The UPS Store to get you started towards opening a franchise and channeling your dreams of entrepreneurship like never before! With The UPS Store you’re in business for yourself, not by yourself – and we’re here to help every step of the way.
Take advantage of our exciting franchise opportunities by learning more about owning a franchise with The UPS Store, today!
Franchise Benefits
The UPS Store ofers a variety of franchise opportunities. Our franchisees provides essential business products & services and enjoy the backing of award-winning traning, nationwide national support, and the respect that comes with a world class brand.
The UPS Store franchise benefits include:
- Brand Strength –The UPS Store is recognized as atop retail brandbyThe Business Journals’American Brand Excellence Awards and has been ranked #1 in the business services industry for over 30 consecutive years byEntrepreneur Magazine’sFranchise 500.
- National Advertising and Marketing -Ournational advertising campaignsbuild brand awareness while regional efforts and local store marketing build excitement in your neighborhood.
- 世界级的交易ining –As part ofour training program, new franchisees spend a total of ten days at The UPS Store University at our corporate campus in San Diego.
- Dedicated Support and Tools –The UPS Store is committed to providing you the tools and support to operate and grow your business.
- Corporate Retail Solutions –We work with major UPS customers and other national brands to bring shipping and printing business to our franchise locations.
- Multi-Unit Opportunities -Approximately 52% of our franchisee network owns more than one center. For qualified franchisees, we may offer reduced franchise fees and specialized training to help you expand.
Franchisee Support
As an aspiring entrepreneur, choosing the franchise that fits your unique personality and professional goals are a tough task. Afterwards, choosing the right location for your franchise can be equally challenging. With The UPS Store, you're confidently backed by a dedicated support staff that works to identify the best franchise opportunities at the desired location for you.
Franchising Overview
- Franchising Since
- 1980(42 years)
- # of employees at HQ
- 375
- Where seeking
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This company is seeking new franchisees throughout the US.
This company is seeking new franchisees in the following international regions: Canada
- # of Units
- 5,464(as of 2022)
Franchisor Information
Information for Franchisees
Here’s what you need to know if you’re interested in opening a The UPS Store franchise.
Financial Requirements & Ongoing Fees
Here’s what you can expect to spend to start the business and what ongoing fees the franchisor charges throughout the life of the business.
- Initial Franchise Fee
- 9500 - 29950美元
- Initial Investment
- $122,227 - $508,472
- Cash Requirement
- $75,000 - $150,000
- Veteran Incentives
- $10,000 off franchise fee, including 50% off initial application fee
- Royalty Fee
- 5%
- Ad Royalty Fee
- 2.5%
- Term of Agreement
- 10 years
- Is franchise term renewable?
- Yes
Financing Options
Some franchisors offer in-house financing, while others have relationships with third-party financing sources to which they refer qualified franchisees.
- In-House Financing
- The UPS Store offers in-house financing to cover the following: startup costs, equipment, inventory
- Third Party Financing
- The UPS Store has relationships with third-party sources which offer financing to cover the following: franchise fee, startup costs, equipment, inventory
Training & Support Offered
Franchisors offer initial training programs and a variety of ongoing support options to help franchisees run their businesses.
- On-The-Job Training
- 92 hours
- Classroom Training
- 77.5 hours
- Ongoing Support
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Purchasing Co-opsNewsletterMeetings & ConventionsToll-Free LineGrand OpeningOnline SupportSecurity & Safety ProceduresLease NegotiationField OperationsSite SelectionProprietary SoftwareFranchisee Intranet Platform
- Marketing Support
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Co-op AdvertisingAd TemplatesNational MediaRegional AdvertisingMarketing Planning & SupportSocial MediaSEOWebsite DevelopmentEmail MarketingLoyalty Program/App
Operations
Additional details about running this franchise.
- Is absentee ownership allowed?
- Yes
- Can this franchise be run from home/mobile unit?
- No
- Can this franchise be run part time?
- No
- # of employees required to run
- 3-5
- Are exclusive territories available?
- No
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Franchise 500 Ranking History
Compare where The UPS Store landed on this year’s Franchise 500 Ranking versus previous years.
Stock History for The UPS Store
Ticker Symbol for The UPS Store:UPS
Additional Rankings
Curious to know where The UPS Store ranked on other franchise lists? Find out below.
Ranked #2 in 2022
Franchise 500 Ranking
Ranked #36 in 2022
Fastest-Growing Franchises
Ranked #17 in 2022
Top Global Franchises
Ranked #7 in 2022
Top Franchises for Veterans
Ranked #25 in 2022
Fastest-Growing Franchises (U.S. & Canada)
Ranked #1 in Postal & Business Centers in 2021
Best of the Best
Ranked #1 in 2022
#1 in Postal & Business Centers Category
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