MBE… the one-stop franchise for business, postal and communication services. Join a niche operator! Find plenty of scope and variety with a Mail Boxes Etc. franchise, a full member of the BFA.
MBE is unique in UK franchising. With 110 one-stop stores, it is the only High Street chain that offers consumers and local companies a truly comprehensive range of business, postal and communication services.
These include everything from its number one service – the safe and secure packaging and despatch of parcels all over the world – to mail box rental, printing and photocopying, corporate literature design, as well as office supplies and stationery, all conveniently available at each location.
30 years' experience!
The franchise is part of a global organisation that began in the USA in 1980. Today, there are more than 6,000 operating centres across the world, serving their local communities who are individual consumers and businesses in all sectors.
What MBE does:
MBE provides all types of business service. Increasingly, it is regarded as the premier and most convenient local provider, because stores are located in town centres and they offer extended opening hours.
MBE’s current range of services includes:
- Courier and shipping solutions
- Copy and print services
- Mailboxes
- Office supplies
- Etc
Serving the community
MBE services are helping to fill some of the gap left by the closure of local post offices. MBE’s leading service, the safe and secure packaging and despatch of parcels all over the world, has grown significantly across the network. MBE can pack and ship anything, anywhere - from valuable antiques to holiday luggage.
No previous experience required
Franchisees do not need previous experience of the sector because MBE’s comprehensive four-week training programme covers everything they need to know and equips them to be successful business people. It covers all aspects of running a small business, from sales and marketing to bookkeeping and man-management.
Established franchisees are from all walks of life and a wide range of backgrounds. MBE says that the right attitude and attributes are more important than previous career.
Training, support and investment
The training and support package includes site selection and design, shop fittings, equipment and initial local marketing. Typically, the investment starts from around £60,000 of which up to about 70 per cent can usually be financed by one of the leading banks, all of whom have excellent working relationships with MBE.
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Testimonials
Being a franchisee is a great opportunity but with the benefit of on-going support from the franchisor. It was one of the best decisions of my life.
Graham Angus, Stirling, Mail Boxes Etc
I particularly like working for myself but with the back-up and support that comes from being part of a bigger organisation, says Colchester franchisee Steve Sleigh. I also appreciate being able to talk to other franchisees I know from my own past experience that setting up your own business means lots of hard work and a lot of headaches with no-one to share it with. You can feel isolated when youre your own boss but with MBE, theres always someone who can help and advise. MBE matched exactly what Id been looking for.
Steve Sleigh, Mail Boxes Etc
We wanted a business where we could work together, pooling our talents and resources, but we werent sure exactly what, say Bath franchisees, Jerry and Carol Walsingham. Although something in the pub or catering trade seemed the obvious choice, Carol really did not fancy the round-the-clock lifestyle that the licensed trade offers. She was delighted when Jerry suggested franchising and they chose MBE. It was the right decision they work well together as a team, each with separate areas of responsibility, and neither has regrets about leaving the brewing and secretarial services sectors where they had jobs before.Jerry says: I believe we have an excellent future, not least because MBEs range of services is uniquely placed to capitalise on the changes in the way modern business operates.
Jerry & Carol Walsingham, Mail Boxes Etc
We particularly liked the variety of services MBE offers and we struck a rapport with the people too. We knew that MBE is a robust franchise, offering a range of services that businesses and individuals really want, so there will always be a demand.
Murli Mulchandani and Rikesh Nichani, former MBE franchisees of the year and owners of four central London stores, Mail Boxes Etc
I went to an exhibition but none of the businesses held significant appeal until I went on to the Mail Boxes Etc. stand. MBE offered great variety and I could see the potential for making a sound business out of an MBE franchise. I understood the value of the services and how they meet the genuine needs of local businesses.
Dave Tester, 2009 MBE franchisee of the year, Mail Boxes Etc
Mail Boxes Etc met all our criteria, not least because it would provide an opportunity for us to work together, which I can recommend. It has been extremely successful and our personal experience has been great.
Russell Sykes, Portsmouth, Mail Boxes Etc
The centre is doing really well and we are very busy. I certainly wouldnt want to be employed again. It took me 20 years to realise that I dont like working for other people and Im much happier being independent.
Frank Bigley, Sheffield , Mail Boxes Etc