Description of system

MEDIFAST WEIGHT CONTROL CENTERS helps their customers attain long lasting results via the use of medically supervised clinically proven products and programs. Medifast customers come to them not only to realize safe, fast, and effectual weight loss, but also because Medifast successfully teaches them how to maintain those results over their whole lives.

When you become a Medifast Weight Control Centers franchise owner, you can be proud that you are making a real difference in the general quality of life and health of your customers. This, combined with one of the smallest investment requirements in the industry, give you a great chance to get ahead quickly with this incredible franchise opportunity .

The American Obesity Association has reported that roughly 9 million adults in the United States are severely obese, 60 million are obese, and 127 million are overweight. At present, about 65% of Americans contribute to this growing epidemic and obesity has risen in adults in the USA with 30% of those adults being 20 years and older over the last two decades.

Medifast has been used by over 1 million customers and recommended by over 20 thousand doctors since 1980 to help the nation overcome these problems. It is very important to Medifast that people learn to live healthier and happier lives, and with a Medifast franchise business, you can be part of this solution.

Start-up concept

As a Medifast franchise owner, you will benefit from all the training and support you will require to successfully start and grow a thriving business and achieve your professional and personal goals.

From the very beginning of the franchise process, the Medifast franchise team will be there to get your business off the ground and keep it running strong. They will train and support you in every aspect of this business. You will receive a Complete Training Program that includes Product and Program Instruction, Counselor Education and more!

For your operations, you will receive support with the Grand Opening of your location as well as Customer Acquisition Training. Real Estate assistance, including Site Selection Assistance and Market Analysis with Site Design Services and General Development Support, will also be available to you.

In addition to all this, Marketing support, which includes an Interactive Website and Public Relations support , will give your business that competitive edge!

Partner profile

Today, Medifast has made first-class franchise opportunities available to entrepreneurs looking to take advantage of this multi-billion industry. This is an exceptional, ground-floor franchise opportunity to join in the success of an established national brand.

Previous medical experience is not required to own a Medifast Franchise ! If you have a heart for helping people and want to your own business in a great market, fill out the information below and see if Medifast is the right franchise opportunity for you!

Facts

Standard information

Country of origin	USA
Company foundation (nat / worldwide)	1981 / 1980
First franchising (nat / worldwide)	2008 / 2007
Country of data	USA
Total investment (nat)	20.000 USD
Personal capital	100.000 USD
Initial entry fee	20.000 USD
Royalty	5,00 % of gross
Advertising fee	10,00 % of gross
Type of contract	Franchise-System Licence Cooperatives Others
Renewal fee
Space needs	110 - 140 m2
Master licenses available

Priority development	• Australia / Oceania • European Union • Indonesia • Latin America • Middle East • North America

Minimum turnover
Break-even	3 months
Pilot unit in the country of data
Internal purchase
Mark-up of goods

Financial support

Training activities

Training content

Management support

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