As a Franchisee

The first Mail Boxes Etc. store was opened in the United States, in 1980. The underlying idea was simple, yet innovative[MORE]: to provide postal, communication and business support services to companies and consumers by offering effective, affordable solutions. The Mail Boxes Etc. concept proved to be a big hit with clients and the franchising business format paved the way for new opportunities for thousands of business people and families.

Whether in a big city, the downtown area of a small suburb, the city’s historic district or any another neighborhood[MORE]: Mail Boxes Etc. helps you identify the best location for your business services store. Plus, in addition to the experience gathered after opening thousands of stores throughout the world, MBE is right there beside you while you design your MBE store, offering solutions to make sure the furniture fits the store’s lay-out, that customers have as much access to services as possible and your operation runs smoothly.

Once you become part of the Mail Boxes Etc. network, a multi-week training process will give you the operating tools and knowledge needed to run your business. That’s not all. [MORE] All affiliates are also urged to attend the periodic seminars Mail Boxes Etc. organizes on specific topics, meetings and events, in order to trade know-how and develop expertise more quickly. Plus, any time of day, affiliates are welcome to access the reserved area available on-line and consult the extensive training information, broken down by topic.

Belonging to the Mail Boxes Etc. network also means benefiting from the fame and prestige of a leading brand. [MORE] The entire network is also able to benefit from the communication and advertising campaigns Mail Boxes Etc. runs in each country’s key media, periodically providing each store with material to update their communication information.  On a local level, Mail Boxes Etc. works closely with you to select and produce your marketing and advertising material.

Sales techniques, new services, marketing and communication campaigns, effective ways to utilize resources, tools and software.[MORE] These are the main areas where Mail Boxes Etc. affiliates trade knowledge and advice on best practices. Expertise and know-how are shared on all levels: Master Licenses, Area Franchisees and Franchisees foster the competitive development of the entire network by sharing their experiences and success stories.

As a franchisee you are entitled to exclusive deals negotiated with suppliers[MORE]: Mail Boxes Etc. has chosen for each country the leading companies in the various sectors and negotiated national agreements that allow you to buy all the services and products needed to develop your store at extremely advantageous rates. The size and on-going development of the network give Mail Boxes Etc. even greater negotiating clout, so affiliates can be extremely competitive on the marketplace.

With Mail Boxes Etc. you own your own business, but you are not alone! From the very onset you can count on the on-going support of the Master License and Area Franchisee. [MORE] The Area Franchisee has gained valuable experience by running their Mail Boxes Etc. store and providing assistance guiding the development of other service stores. This person will be working hand-in-hand with you, even during the preliminary process leading up to your Mail Boxes Etc. affiliation, helping you to grow and consolidate your business.

With Mail Boxes Etc. you own your own business, but you are not alone! From the very onset you can count on the on-going support of the Master License and Area Franchisee. [MORE] The Area Franchisee has gained valuable experience by running their Mail Boxes Etc. store and providing assistance guiding the development of other service stores. This person will be working hand-in-hand with you, even during the preliminary process leading up to your Mail Boxes Etc. affiliation, helping you to grow and consolidate your business.