Each year, BLACK ENTERPRISE identifies the best franchising opportunities for African Americans. This year, to spotlight the stars, BE has not only identified the hottest sectors poised to flourish in years to come, but also sought out franchisors with active minority recruitment programs. We’ve showcased franchises within high-growth categories with either low or moderate startup costs or a high number of black-owned units due to effective diversity initiatives.
| The Entrepreneur’s Source | Business Services | Franchise Business Coaching | $80,000 | $80,000 |
| Liberty Tax Service | Business Services | Retail tax preparation | $53,800 | $66,900 |
| Money Mailer Franchise Corp. | Business Services | Direct Response Advertising | $54,000 | $54,000 |
| Instant Tax Service/ITS?Financial L.L.C. | Business Services | Tax preparation | $39,000 | $89,000 |
| Valpak Direct Marketing Systems Inc. | Business Services | Direct Mail Advertising | $60,200 | $107,300 |
| Geeks on Call America Inc. | Business Services | Computer Service and Support | $60,000 | $60,000 |
| RDTC Inc (Roni Deutch Tax Center) | Business Services | Tax Preparation | $60,000 | $60,000 |
| FranNet | Business Services | Consulting | $15,000 | $40,000 |
| ServiceMaster Clean | Business Services | Commercial/Residential Cleaning | $18,970 | $573,000 |
| Jan-Pro Cleaning Systems | Business Services | Commercial/Residential Cleaning | $2,850 | $40,000 |
| Millicare | Business Services | Commercial Cleaning | $94,000 | $128,000 |
| Sparkle Wash | Business Services | Commercial/Residential Cleaning | $35,000 | $50,000 |
| Abrakadoodle Inc. | Children’s Services | Child-focused Art Education | $45,000 | $70,000 |
| Ident-A-Kid | Children’s Services | Child Security | $25,000 | $50,000 |
| Jumping J-Jays Castles & Slides | Children’s Services | Child-focused Entertainment | $19,000 | $19,000 |
| Lawn Doctor Inc. | Consumer Services | Lawn Care and Landscaping | $107,600 | $110,700 |
| DoodyCalls Pet Services | Consumer Services | Pet Care | $47,230 | $69,920 |
| Doo Care Pet Services | Consumer Services | Pet Care | $38,400 | $70,000 |
| Fantastic Sams Hair Salons | Health & Beauty | Hair Salon | $50,000 | $75,000 |
| Regal Nails Salon & Spa L.L.C. | Health & Beauty | Nail Salon or Beauty Salon | $86,000 | $234,000 |
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Hi,
I own a Money Mailer franchise. We need exposure in the african american community and offer services to business nationwide.
Would you like a interview or story?
I would be happy to contribute.
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After reviewing your choice for business franchise, it seems after the pass ten years nothing has change for a Black magazines, to concentrate on a small error of business. Epecially sent we have a so call diversity programs that all business must let us participate. It is time for Black people to get involve in economic and produce a serious product of wealth,for all.We are a smal company , but in the future we well be offer a new means of franchise to Black people . GLEEKO’S “4 WAY TEST” 1. Is it the TRUTH? 2. Is it FAIR to all concerned? 3. Will it build GOOD WILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS? 4. Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned? If our clients will adhere to the above 4 way test, we will have no problem helping you establish yourself with the WEALTH of your choice. Looking forward to seen particulars.
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Samy Reply:
May 7th, 2009 at 5:39 pm
Before you go into business (if you’re not already) you should consider taking an English/Writing class. If you have already been apart of said classes, you should read over what you write before you publish it.
Based on what you wrote I would not consider doing business with you.
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After reviewing your choice for business franchise, it seems after the the pass ten years nothing has change from Black magazines, to concentrate on a small error of business. Epecially sent we have the so call DIVERSITY PROGTAMS that all business must let us participate. It is time Black people to get involve in economics and produce a serious product of wealth. We are a smal company, but in the future we well be offering a new means of franchise to Black people. GLEEKO’S “4 WAY TEST” 1.Is it the TRUTH? 2. Is it FAIR to all concerned? 3. Will it build GOOD WILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS? 4. Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concernd? If our clients will adhere to the above 4 way test, we will have no problem helping you establish yourself with the WEALTHof your choice. Looking forward to sending particulars in the future .
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After reviewing your choice for business franchise, it seems after the pass ten years nothing has change from Black magazines, to concentrate on a small error of business. Especially now, when we have the DIVERSITY PROGRAMS that we all can participate in. It is time Black people to get involve in economics and produce a serious product of wealth. We are a small company, but in the future we well be offering a new means of franchising to Black people. GLEEKO’S “4 WAY TEST” 1. Is it the TRUTH? 2. Is it FAIR to all concerned? 3. Will it build GOOD WILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS? 4. Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concernd? If out clients will adhere to the above 4 way test, we will have no problem helping you establish yourself with the WEALTH of your choice. Looking forward to sending particulars in the future.
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Hi David. Thanks for reaching out. E-mail our Small Business Editor Tennille Robinson at robinsont@blackenterprise.com.
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How can I link to this site on my blog?
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I agree that purchasing a franchise from Jan-Pro cleaning system is a good way to start a business but owning this franchise can limit your growth and profit. The franchise has total control over your business, they pick and choose who they want to offer business to and they charge a fee to get new business. The frnchise charges 15% interest on each account worked by the franchisee and the real kicker is they charge a wopping 28.9% on any work done outside the normal scope of the reqires work. example $100.00 job they get almost $30.00 off the top and havent done any work/ supplies costing average $55.00 and euipment $35.00 a day your working to pay them no profit for you but they get earnings and their name is glorified
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Hi, I was looking for some information on starting a temporary firm for getting people employment here in colorado springs. What are some good resources and things I should know to start?
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Hi,
I just wanted to recommend a national franchise company where I do business and I feel proud of it because it always opened the hours to our brothers without asking any questions or giving us the regular treatment we get everywhere.
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I second this opinion. The views expressed by the initial post are clouded by the writer’s poor use of the English language and terrible grammar. These qualities totally cloud the point he/she is trying to make. It is also HIGHLY unlikely that people would be confident in doing business on any scale with someone who cannot type a basic email message.
I believe that I generally understand the idea this person is trying to get across, however it is embarrassing to read something that is so poorly written. Business people need to be financially/ economically savvy but also able to communicate effectively on all levels. Good communication skills are a MUST. I applaud this person’s effort to voice their opinion; I do suggest they seek out the help of a proofreader prior to posting, however.
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