PITTSBURGH, May 29 PA-GNC-Helps-Veterans
PITTSBURGH, May 29 /PRNewswire/ -- GNC wants to help honorably discharged
veterans become small business owners through a new veterans franchising
program.
The program is designed to help business-minded veterans start on the
right path toward their next journey in life. Through Dec. 31, 2008, GNC will
offer a 25 percent discount on the normal franchise fee. Service-disabled
veterans receive additional benefits, including a 50 percent discount on the
franchise fee and a $10,000 retail credit toward the opening inventory order.
Additionally, GNC offers financing for new franchisees who qualify.
"GNC is thrilled to offer this franchise program to all qualified
servicemen and women who have well-served our country," said Tom Dowd,
Executive Vice President of Store Operations and Development at GNC's
Pittsburgh headquarters.
"The members of the United States Armed Forces have always been fantastic
and loyal GNC customers. The synergies of their military background with
their interest in living fit, healthy lives are ideal for a business
partnership with GNC," he said.
"Our servicemen and women are already trained in the critical requirements
of running a successful franchise, from teamwork to communication to
goal-driven initiatives; it's a perfect fit. This is just one way GNC can
give back to our valued veterans who have so unselfishly served our great
country."
GNC's franchise program strategically positions operators to reap the
benefits of GNC's established brand name, loyal customer following and proven
business practices. GNC is committed to providing the start-up assistance and
support services needed to operate a thriving franchise.
Learn more at GNCfranchising.com.
About GNC:
GNC, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pa., is the largest global specialty
retailer of nutritional products including vitamin, mineral, herbal and other
specialty supplements and sports nutrition, diet and energy products. GNC has
more than 5,000 retail locations throughout the United States (including more
than 950 franchise and 1,400 Rite Aid store-within-a-store locations) and
franchise operations in 43 international markets. The company -- which is
dedicated to helping consumers Live Well -- also offers products and product
information online at http://www.gnc.com/.
SOURCE General Nutrition Centers (GNC)
