Port of Subs franchise discount for military veterans

Written by Dave Gallagher | The Bellingham Herald | June 29, 2011

Here’s a press release from the Port of Subs corporate headquarters offering a unique way for military men and women to start a business: Offering 50 percent off the franchise fee. According to World Franchising, an initial Port of Subs franchise fee is $16,000:

Reno, Nevada based Port of Subs, Inc., announced that qualified service men and women of the United States Armed Forces can purchase the franchise rights to own a Port of Subs restaurant at a significant discount.

“We are pleased to offer our dedicated service men and women this opportunity and a 50 percent discount on our Franchise Fees, as they explore their post-military career, and to military families seeking franchise business opportunities and small business ownership,” said John Larsen, Port of Subs Inc., Founder and CEO.

For more than 35 years the Port of Subs brand has become synonymous with quality sandwich making and superior guest service. In more than 140 restaurants throughout the western United States, every day Port of Subs guest’s enjoy sliced fresh, made-fresh-to-order sandwiches prepared while they look on and  the unique taste that comes from freshly sliced, vegetables and top quality meats and cheeses, freshly baked breads and zesty dressings and spices. Port of Subs guests also enjoy Griller’s breakfast and hot sandwiches, fresh salads, chips, an extensive line of party trays, desserts and a variety of refreshing beverages.

According to Port of Subs President, Mike Powell, “Veterans are a very unique and select group of motivated and disciplined individuals well suited to small business ownership. By offering a 50 percent Franchise Fee discount, we are making the cost of entry to owning a Port of Subs franchise more affordable for the brave men and women of the United States military who have served our country honorably.”

For more information about Port of Subs franchise opportunities or to find a Port of Subs location near you, please visit www.portofsubs.com or call 1-800-245-0245.