Step 1: Qualifying
We will start by getting to know more about you. Shortly after you contact us, our pre-qualification specialist will reach out to you so we can learn if ARCO franchising is a good fit for you.
Below are a few basic questions you can expect:
- Are you a U.S. citizen or permanent resident?
- Do you have excellent credit?
- Do you have a location in mind?
- If so, do you have a site plan?
- What is your timeframe to invest?
- Do you have gas experience?
- Do you now or have you ever owned your own business?
Step 2: Franchise Assessment
Great! After we determine that you are a potential candidate, a franchise recruiter will meet with you to review and discuss your potential franchise location along with other business details and next steps.
Step 3: Site Evaluation
Now that you've met with our franchise recruiter, he or she will take back the information about your (proposed) site for preliminary evaluations. Once the preliminary review is conducted, the next step is to continue evaluations via committee.
Step 4: Study and Analysis
Congratulations! By now you have filled out and completed the applications. While they're being evaluated, we're still conducting studies and completing our analysis of your proposed site.
Step 5: Permitting and Construction
Once you've been approved, you will complete permitting and construction for your new location. You're one step closer to opening day! You'll have a team guide you through the process. Now it's time for you to identify your site level team to help you run your business.
Step 6: Training Begins
Our experienced team will provide you with turnkey solutions to help you run your business.
Step 7: Grand Opening
Once you're fully operational, our team will help you promote your business through vendor-sponsored and grand opening events. Let's have some fun!
Sounds great, let's go!