Allegra in the News:
Franchise Industry Highlights
Stay updated with the latest franchise news and industry insights from Allegra. Our In the Media page features press releases, industry articles, and blog posts that showcase Allegra’s impact and innovation in the franchise industry. Discover how our franchisees and brands make headlines, and get inspired by Allegra's role in shaping the future of print and marketing services.
What’s the Outlook of the Printing Industry in 2022?
The printing industry, similar to most successful businesses, is always evolving, innovating and adjusting to consumer demand. That’s why despite setbacks over the years, it remains strong in the marketplace. The Size of the Print Industry In the U.S., the printing industry is the 14th largest manufacturing industry employing nearly 350,000 people. Last year, there were more…
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Talking to Your Spouse about Becoming a Franchise Owner
Talking to Your Spouse about Becoming a Franchise Owner If you are thinking about becoming a franchise owner but feel like your spouse might need some convincing, there are many advantages to the franchise model that you can explain at length. Not only is the franchise model effective, but it’s an ideal setup for a…
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Five Awesome Grand Opening Ideas for Your New Print Shop
If you’re researching grand opening ideas, most likely you’ve already done the work to start a new business (or to rebrand an existing one). Now that it’s time to open your doors to the public, you may be wondering if you really need to make a big production of it. <h2>Is a Grand Opening Necessary?…
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Is Direct Mail Marketing Still Beneficial?
Is Direct Mail Marketing Still Beneficial? For businesses interested in a strategic marketing plan to help reach their customers, there are many options to consider. One of the most constructive ways to reach your potential customers as well as grab their attention and engage on a personal level is through direct mail marketing. If you’re…
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Understanding the Difference between a Franchisor and Franchisee
Understanding the Difference between a Franchisor and a Franchisee Starting a business from the ground up requires an incredible amount of effort. First, you need a good idea. Then you must do a great deal of research to ensure that your idea is worth pursuing. Is there a market for it? How much will it…
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What to Discuss with Your Franchise Consultant before Buying a Business
What to Discuss With Your Franchise Consultant Before Buying a Business Franchising is a great path to business ownership. But deciding the type of industry you want to invest in as well as the brand, can be a daunting task. There are nearly 800,000 franchises in the United States, and choosing the one that’s right…
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How to Franchise a Business: Three Signs Your Print Shop Is Ready for Conversion
How to Franchise a Business: Three Signs Your Print Shop Is Ready for Conversion As an independent print shop owner, you are always looking for ways to make improvements to your business. At some point, you may decide the change you need is franchising. Joining an established and proven brand helps you grow in ways…
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Do These Five Things to Sell a Business Successfully
Do These Five Things to Sell a Business Successfully As a business owner, you’ve undoubtedly put your heart and soul into your print shop business. Long hours, times of lean income, and sacrifice have been the name of the game. Now, you’ve decided to sell the business. But remember, just like when you were establishing…
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Understanding Your Franchise Fee and Other Startup Franchise Costs
Understanding Your Franchise Fee and Other Startup Franchise Costs Thinking about entering the world of franchising? It is a great opportunity if you have aspirations of business ownership but don’t want to go it alone. Before you sign a franchise agreement, you will want to equip yourself with the knowledge about the financial requirements of…
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How to Start a Printing Business That’s Profitable — and Relevant
How to Start a Printing Business That’s Profitable — and Relevant Thinking about starting a printing business? The industry is well-positioned for long-term growth. Right now, there are about 25,000 companies specializing in commercial printing here in the United States, generating nearly $900 billion in annual revenue. It is certainly a lucrative industry, with growing…
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What It Takes to Operate the Most Profitable Franchises
What It Takes to Operate the Most Profitable Franchises Franchising is a great opportunity for entrepreneurs to become business owners while alleviating some of the risks of starting a business from scratch. Right out of the gate, you have advantages that can propel your profit-making. Franchising provides a proven business model with market-tested concepts, name-brand…
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Five Benefits of Franchising for Business Owners and Entrepreneurs
Five Benefits of Franchising for Business Owners and Entrepreneurs Whether you’re a novice entrepreneur or a seasoned businessperson, it’s always a good idea to learn as much as you can about prospective ventures. If you’re new to the concept of franchising — it is a burgeoning industry seeing healthy growth. According to Statista, there are nearly…
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