: Many enter the "NextGen" program, a 12-to-18-month intensive training that tests their readiness to handle every aspect of the business, from the drive-thru to corporate networking. Life as an Operator
: Prospective owners generally need at least $750,000 in unencumbered funds. buying a mcdonalds franchise
For many, the dream begins with a personal connection to the brand. Some, like , carry fond childhood memories of birthday celebrations under the Golden Arches. Others, like Nathan Carter , started as teenage crew members, eventually missing the "bustle of a busy restaurant" so much that they decided to return as owners. The Vetting and the Venture : Many enter the "NextGen" program, a 12-to-18-month