small business job creation and creating a path to the
American Dream”.
It is also possible for an investor to actually invest into or
buy out a franchisor and acquire the brand out right. This
"Investor visa capital
is one of many good
alternative financing
options for franchisees
and franchisors, driving
small business job
creation and creating
a path to the American
Dream"
works well for the investor that is savvy and has a firm grip
on the business model or has the business acumen of how
to grow and scale a business in the U.S.
EB-5 and franchising offers many combinations and
permutations of a single location, multiple locations,
new locations, existing locations, among varied business
models and offerings. Two important criteria need to be
116 EB5 INVESTORS M AGAZINE
emphasized. The first is to confirm that a franchisor is
willing and able to grow while using EB-5 as a strategy and
the other is that the investor (franchisee) is willing and
able to follow the rules and regulation as set forth by the
franchisor. If so, the direct EB-5 investment route can be
harmonious and profitable for both sides.
Small business made America great and small business
and franchising continues to make the American dream a
reality for many people every day. Welcome to the land of
opportunity!
MANISH ADHIYA
is a business
executive with an emphasis on being a
franchising strategist. He has over 30 years
of experience across multiple industries
with a proven track record in franchising.
Adhiya is known for leading rapid innovation,
driving organizational alignment and building
consensus with all stakeholders. He has
helped establish over 40 franchise brands and
turn around over 20 brands. Adhiya holds a
bachelor’s degree in business and an MBA with
an emphasis in entrepreneurship. He has also taught undergraduate and
post-graduate courses in franchising.