What is Microfranchise Ventures, LLC?



		Microfranchise Ventures LLC was conceived of as the parent company of a family of micro-franchise brands promoting economic development through enterprise in the developing world. This model supports the power of local small business ownership and rooted capital in promoting exponential economic growth and increased human flourishing.
	Vision: (What does the world look like when we have been successful?) Empowered local business owners lift themselves out of poverty, by providing valued goods and services profitably that meet the social and environmental needs of their communities.
	Mission: (What must we do in order to realize our vision?) Develop a portfolio of locally-owned for-profit micro-franchises in the developing world. Goals: (How can we operationalize our mission so that we know when we’ve achieved it?) 5 franchised concepts in 5 years developed to 1,000 units total.