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The 7-Eleven Franchise System is like no other in the country.

It is a proven retail operation with a world-famous trademark, and the average initial cash investment is reasonable. Best of all, 7-Eleven franchisees receive assistance and support along the way.

The 7-Eleven Franchise System is recognized by experts. It was ranked No. 4 in Entrepreneur Magazine's "23rd Annual Top 500 Franchises in 2002" and listed among Hispanic Magazine's "2001 Hispanic Corporate Top 100 Companies" that provide the most opportunities to Hispanics.

Today, more than 3,200 U.S. stores are operated by franchisees who are dedicated to giving 7-Eleven customers what they want when they want it, by providing:

• a reliable selection
• fresh, high quality products
• speedy transactions
• fair prices
• a clean, safe, and friendly environment in which to work.

7-Eleven provides an opportunity for people with moderate financial resources and retailing experience to operate their own convenience store with the leading name in the business. If you are a goal-oriented individual who wants to grow with a well-established retailer, take a look at what the 7-Eleven franchise system has to offer. 7-Eleven® franchisees are independent contractors, and 7-Eleven's relationship with them is multi-faceted. The company is not only a franchisor, but also serves as landlord, financing source, business advisor and record keeper to the franchisee.

What the Franchisee Receives from 7-Eleven:

• A comprehensive 6-week training program on the operation and management of a 7-Eleven store.
• An assigned Field Consultant who visits with the franchisee at least once a week for several hours to provide counsel on every aspect of business. However, all store decisions are made by the franchisee.
• Monthly financial and marketing records prepared by 7-Eleven for the franchisee's individual store, including profit-and-loss statements, balance sheets, etc.
• A National Advisory Council made up of franchisees and 7-Eleven management. This organization gives franchisees a voice in issues of national interest. Many important changes have been made to the 7-Eleven system through the National Advisory Council and other local franchisee forums.
• 7-Eleven may provide various forms of advertising for the 7-Eleven stores as well as its products and services, ranging from broadcast and print media to point-of-sale signage. In addition, 7-Eleven also may support some of the franchisee's promotional and community relations endeavors.
• 7-Eleven provides individual contractual indemnification to franchisees to help protect them from many of the risks against which most small business persons must insure, often at considerable expense.