Franchise Informational Open House held on Tuesday, April 30 2024

Franchising offers many advantages to those interested in starting and running their own businesses. In most cases, franchise owners benefit from being part of an established brand with a proven business model. There is a lot to think about when considering whether to buy into a franchise and which franchise may be the best fit. 

This informational open house provided more details on what franchising is and what opportunities are available. Some of the franchisees looking for qualified franchisees in the Oswego area include:

• Bojangles
• Chicken Salad Chick
• Dairy Queen
• Firehouse Subs
• Smoothie King
• Taco John's
• Wingstop
• AND MORE!

The event also featured additional resources for starting and running your own franchise business including: 

• A list of available sites for sale and lease
• Business development support
• Financial assistance programs

Reach out to Economic Development Director Kevin Leighty at kleighty@oswegoil.org or (630) 551-2334 for more details and to receive additional information on franchise opportunities.  

Helpful Links & Resources

U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA): https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/plan-your-business/buy-existing-business-or-franchise

Federal Trade Commission (FTC): https://www.ftc.gov/business-guidance/resources/consumers-guide-buying-franchise

International Franchise Association (IFA): https://www.franchise.org/

SCORE Business Coaching: https://www.score.org/foxvalley

Illinois Small Business Development Center: https://www.waubonsee.edu/community-offerings/illinois-small-business-development-center-waubonsee

Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity: https://dceo.illinois.gov/