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Eric Bell

Eric Bell has 15 years of franchise industry experience and currently serves as General Manager of Franchise Gator. He began his career in 2002 as a Hollywood Tans franchisee in Atlanta where he also served as area manager and helped develop the Atlanta territory. In October 2005, Eric joined Franchise Gator as a sales representative and went on to hold several positions including sales representative, sales manager, and director of sales and service. Eric is a member of the Southeast Franchise Forum and is a Certified Franchise Executive. He resides in Georgia with his wife and their two children. Follow @franchisegator on Twitter and Facebook.

On-the-Go Food is in High Demand, So Watch These 3 Top Vending Opportunities

Apr 23, 2018 By Eric Bell

Convenience drives many of the choices consumers make these days, and none more so than when it comes to grabbing a snack. But that desire for a quick bite is evolving, as more and more Americans seek out on-the-go options that are healthier, more natural and better for them. The need for healthier options has […]

Filed Under: Creating a Plan Tagged With: Food, Getting Started, Health

Top 5 Business Opportunities Entrepreneurs Should Not Overlook

Apr 17, 2018 By Eric Bell

Business opportunities, such as distributorships and license agreements, are increasingly becoming an alternative to franchising for future business owners. Franchising is a fantastic option for those seeking to own their own business by way of buying into an already proven business model, but there are limitations to the franchise model, too. Business opportunities, on the […]

Filed Under: Franchise Center Tagged With: Business Opportunity, Getting Started

5 Best Franchise Investments for Millennials

Mar 8, 2018 By Eric Bell

When someone says “franchisee,” the image that comes to mind is usually a middle-aged man or woman. But over the past decade, there’s been a dramatic shift in the industry. As a result, a new generation of business leaders is emerging. These leaders are our twenty-somethings, otherwise known as the millennial generation. Millennials have grown […]

Filed Under: Franchise Center Tagged With: Franchise, Getting Started, Millennials

The Top 5 Home Service Franchises You Should Invest in Today

Feb 23, 2018 By Eric Bell

Home Service franchise opportunities provide customer conveniences that not only help manage the upkeep of someone’s house but also life’s many tasks. From lawn care franchises that maintain beautiful, green grass to dry cleaning business opportunities that provide 24/7 drop off, these franchises all perform a unique and valuable service that saves time and money […]

Filed Under: Franchise Center Tagged With: Franchise Business, Home Based Business

Why Are Children Education Franchises on the Rise? What Are Your Best Options?

Feb 6, 2018 By Eric Bell

If you’re looking to own your own business and seek to make a difference in the lives of children in your community, then you’re in luck. Over the last 20 years, education franchises have exploded from a handful of tutoring and lesson-giving franchises to dozens if not hundreds of different franchises that are changing the […]

Filed Under: Franchise Center Tagged With: Education, Franchise Business

5 Hottest Franchise Options for Veterans and Why

Jan 26, 2018 By Eric Bell

According to the International Franchise Association (IFA), veterans own one out of every seven franchises in the United States. Why? Franchising allows veterans to translate the very same skills and knowledge gained while serving our country into a long-term profession. Veterans are trained to work and serve within the system that is the military. No […]

Filed Under: Franchise Center Tagged With: Franchise, Veterans

5 Ways to Know if Your Small Business Has Franchise Potential

Jan 18, 2018 By Eric Bell

It’s important as a small business owner to evaluate different options to expand your business in the future. One choice that can be very attractive is franchising. It could allow your business to grow quicker than it might otherwise, without the kind of capital investment required if you do it alone. Taking your small business […]

Filed Under: Franchise Center Tagged With: Business Model, Franchise, Growth

Is Franchise Ownership the Right Choice for You?

Dec 20, 2017 By Eric Bell

Being able to work for yourself and not someone else is a compelling idea for many people. You may just be starting your career and dreaming of building a business. Or, you may have had a long and successful corporate career and are longing for something more—additional money, greater flexibility or the chance to focus […]

Filed Under: Franchise Center Tagged With: Branding, Franchise, Getting Started, Location, Training

Financing Your Franchise Investment Through Bank Loans: What You Need to Know

Nov 30, 2017 By Eric Bell

Franchise ownership is an ideal way to make the leap to being a business owner. The great thing about becoming part of a franchise system is that your leap comes with the support and guidance of an established business. But, if you’re considering this path, you must think about the financing option that is right […]

Filed Under: Franchise Center Tagged With: Banking, Business Loans, Financing, Franchise, Getting Started

Considering Opening a Retail Franchise? Here’s What You Need to Know

Nov 13, 2017 By Eric Bell

While it is true that online shopping has experienced significant growth in recent years, retail shopping in brick and mortar stores remains healthy and by far America’s preferred way to shop. According to “The State of Retail, 2017,” a report produced by TimeTrade.com, consumers still believe there is no substitute for the kind of service […]

Filed Under: Franchise Center Tagged With: Franchise, Getting Started, Retail

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