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PostNet

Table of Content
1. Franchise Snapshot
2. Franchise Overview
3. Performance and Metrics
4. Our Take
5. Additional Resources

1. Franchise Snapshot

Franchise Status
Active
Basic Information
Industry
Business & Professional Services
Category
Other
Investment Range
$240,200 - $306,800
Total US Locations
204
Franchise Units
204
Founding Year
1993
Started Offering Franchises
1993
Management Capacity
Owner Operator
Job Count
4
Prior E2 Investors?
Yes
Prior Visa Franchise Clients?
Yes
Royalty Fee
5%
Marketing Fee
2%
Franchise Fee
$39,950
Headquarters (City, State)
Lakewood, Colorado
Square Footage
N/A - N/A
Retail Location?
No
Agreement Term Length
15 years
Video

In these videos you will learn about the company firsthand. And they will also tell you in a short form about the financing of the enterprise.

*Information presented in these videos may change over time and may not reflect the most current franchise offering. Prospective franchisees should review the latest Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and consult directly with the franchisor for updated information.

2. Franchise Overview

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Overview

PostNet is a business-to-business printing, shipping, and marketing services franchise. They have been in the market for over 30 years and provide small businesses and consumers with a wide range of solutions including commercial printing, graphic design, marketing materials, custom packing, and domestic and international shipping through all major carriers (UPS, FedEx, DHL, and USPS). PostNet has developed a strong competitive advantage through a partnership-based production model that allows centers to offer a broad menu of printing services without major investments in in-house printing machinery, keeping startup costs lower than other printing franchises. In addition, they provide comprehensive training, real estate and build-out assistance, an initial marketing program that starts as soon as the lease is signed.

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Management team / founders

PostNet was founded by Mr. Steve Greenbaum and Mr. Brian Spindel, who opened the first PostNet center in Las Vegas in 1993. Greenbaum had started out operating an independent pack-and-ship business at age 21, and together the founders evolved the concept into a full-service printing and shipping brand that grew to 660 locations in nine countries. In 2017, PostNet was acquired by MBE Worldwide, the operator of Mail Boxes Etc., which rebranded as Fortidia in 2024. Today, Mr. Paolo Fiorelli serves as CEO of PostNet and Chairman and CEO of MBE Worldwide; he joined MBE in 1993 after senior executive roles at BNL Investment Bank and Coopers & Lybrand. The leadership team also includes Bill McPherson, VP of Franchise Development, with over 29 years in franchise leadership including 8 years as an executive with FASTSIGNS; Clain Udy, VP of Learning & Development, with 25 years of experience including 5 years with AlphaGraphics; Peter Lopez, VP of Finance & Accounting, with 20 years in senior roles in the commercial print industry; and Erica Blair, VP of Marketing, with over 17 years of experience. With over 700 locations across North America, Central America, South America, and Africa, PostNet is dedicated to the continued success of franchisees. Franchise owners receive training and education, real estate and construction assistance, and ongoing marketing support from the corporate team in Lakewood, Colorado.

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Focus of owner for daily business operations

As a PostNet franchise operator, the main facets of the business entail: 1. Managing your center staff, including hiring, training, and ensuring high-quality customer service; 2. Developing B2B relationships with local small businesses to drive recurring printing, design, and marketing orders; 3. Overseeing daily center operations, including print production through partner networks, packing, and multi-carrier shipping; 4. Review of financials, sales metrics, and local marketing performance.

3. Performance & Metrics

Franchisor Fees | Item 6
Franchise Value
Industry Median
All Franchises Median
Royalty Fee
5%
8%
6%
Marketing Fee
2%
Franchise Fee
$39,950
$39,950
$40,000
Total Investment Cost | Item 7
Type of Expenditure
Low Amount
High Amount
When due
Initial Franchise Fee
$39,950
$39,950
Upon signing the Franchise Agreement
Center Development Package
$131,000
$131,000
The later of: (a) when you sign your lease for the PostNet Center premises; or (b) 90 days before the Opening Date
Extra Center Development Expense
$0
$10,400
Prior to opening
Lease of PostNet Center Premises
$2,500
$5,250
Monthly
Equipment Lease or Rental Payments
$750
$1,000
Monthly
Security Deposit Fees
$3,000
$8,000
Prior to opening
Insurance
$900
$2,000
Annually
Initial Training Expenses
$2,100
$4,200
As incurred
Miscellaneous Pre- Opening Expenses
$10,000
$35,000
As incurred
Initial Marketing Fee
$10,000
$10,000
The later of: (a) when you sign your lease for the PostNet Center premises; or (b) 90 days before the Opening Date
Additional Funds (3 Months)
$40,000
$60,000
As required during the first three (3) months
TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT
$240,200
$306,800
Outlets and Franchisee Information | Item 20
Outlet type
Year
Outlets at the start of the year
Outlets at the end of the year
Net change
N/A
2023
200
201
+1
Franchised
2024
201
198
-3
N/A
2025
198
204
+6
N/A
2023
0
0
0
Company-Owned
2024
0
0
0
N/A
2025
0
0
0
N/A
2023
200
201
+1
Total Outlets
2024
201
198
-3
N/A
2025
198
204
+6
Net Unit Growth (Recent year)
Net Unit Growth (Recent 3 years)
Franchise Health Metrics
Growth Rate
1 year / 3 years
Failure Rate
1 year / 3 years
Franchise for Sale Rate
1 year / 3 years
PostNet
3% / 2%
6.4% / 15.5%
6.4% / 21%
Industry median
0% / 2%
4% / 13%
0% / 5%
Franchise Health Metrics
Franchise Historical Loan Metrics
10 Year Cumulative Charge Offs by $ of Loans
10 Year Cumulative Defaults
3 Year Predicted Default Rate
*Please note the information provided here is sourced from Lumos. We do not guarantee its accuracy or completeness. For verification, please refer to Lumos directly.
Item 19 – Financial Performance Representations
Historical financial performance representations
Franchise Financials
Franchisor company financial information, if disclosed by the franchisor.
Litigation & Bankruptcies
% of Franchisees Undergoing Litigation
% of Franchisees with Completed Litigation
Number of Bankruptcies Disclosed
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4. Our Take

PostNet provides a great opportunity for an investor looking to be an active owner-operator of a B2B-focused retail business with multiple revenue streams. The proven success of the business model, over 30 years of brand history, and a production approach that avoids heavy investment in printing equipment make the investment relatively safe. Additionally, the backing of Fortidia, one of the largest shipping, printing, and logistics retail networks in the world, recent recognition in the 2026 Franchise Times Top 400, and a network of over 700 locations provide potential investors with strong corporate resources and stability in an essential services industry that serves the large and growing small business market.