When you franchise a GNC, our name becomes your name. And our reputation becomes yours as well.

Since 1935, GNC has been building a global reputation as the largest specialty retailer of high-quality vitamin and mineral supplements, sports-nutrition and herbal products. Our expertise, experience and innovative approach to health management distinguish GNC throughout the world.

As a GNC franchise operator, you are strategically positioned to reap the benefits of GNC's established brand name, loyal customer following and proven business practices.

Plus, GNC:
- Maintains a contemporary retail format that offers growth into new product categories.
- Ensures quality service, provided by well-trained, knowledgeable personnel.
- Has established a solid reputation among consumers as a credible source of self-care information.

Most of all, the GNC franchise opportunity offers you the knowledge and skills we've acquired throughout our 72-year history.

GNC franchise operators capitalize on the company's resources to deepen their own market penetration and retain valuable customers. You'll enjoy the benefits of being an entrepreneur while receiving unparalleled, expert guidance in developing your operation.

Accessible Resources

Business specialists in our Franchise Support Center can be reached through the company's franchisee-exclusive intranet system and/or toll-free telephone lines. GNC also provides regular in-store field consultations.

Training

GNC franchisees receive regularly updated comprehensive operations, product, sales and customer-service training materials.

GNC University

GNC has partnered with the University of Florida to provide online classes in nutrition, sports and endurance.

Communications

GNC meets with representatives of a franchise President's Council, holds a company-subsidized annual franchise convention and distributes various publications on a regular basis.

Electronic Communications

Franchisees access a unique electronic support information system designed exclusively for them. This intranet offers online access to breaking corporate news, operations information, wholesale promotions, product information, and online communication with GNC franchise-support personnel.

Marketing

Franchisees benefit from multi-million dollar national advertising and public relations campaigns, local marketing materials and programs that help franchisees build their business.

Discount Business Programs

Among the discount programs GNC offers franchisees are business insurance, unemployment tax consultation, retirement plans, long-distance and communications services, business and office supplies, and General Nutrition Financial Services.