One of the joys of buying a print franchise is the work hours – forget regular seven-days-a week trading and long unsociable hours, this is generally a Monday to Friday business.

While printing remains the core service, for today’s print-driven franchise firms technology has helped broaden their focus. The big brands innovate, and that’s why it is a bonus to invest in a brand which has done the hard work of researching the market and providing fresh solutions.

Here are three global brands that have a strong Aussie network.

Kwik Kopy

This worldwide brand is family-owned in Australia, which gives it consistency and continuity. A new CEO Sonia Shwabsky joined last year, and is driving the franchise to reach new heights.

A marketing campaign launched at late 2022 revealed a fresh brand message “We Make Possible”.

Sonia said Kwik Kopy‘s purpose is to support to small business and entrepreneurs seeking local marketing, design, print and signage solutions. 

Today there are almost 100 franchises in the network.

Minuteman Press

This global business offers complete marketing and printing solutions for small businesses, and has been doing so since 1973. Worldwide there are about 1000 locations, backed by regional support teams.

You don’t need prior experience to own and operate a successful Minuteman Press: training and support is provided.

Snap Print & Design

Established in 1899, this brand has 120 years’ experience in the industry, and more than 40 as a franchise business. This multi-award winning franchise with strong brand recall is Australian owned and operated.

Snap franchisees get access to world class suppliers through its Premier Partner Program and can service both business and consumer customers.

Sales leads are generated for the business, and there is local marketing support.