Circle K stores are breaking new ground this year by offering franchise opportunities to business owners in Florida.

Circle K has more than 450 stores in Florida.  Its position in the Florida marketplace creates a host of efficiencies, such as marketing, financing, support and training for franchisees. Franchising with Circle K provides c-store operators brand recognition and buying power. In addition, the Circle K Franchise Program offers proven business systems, extensive training and effective promotional tools.

Franchisees gain the ongoing business support and expertise of the Circle K staff, combined with the heritage of more than half a century in the convenience store industry.

“Circle K is committed to building long-term value for franchisees by offering one of the most competitive retailing systems in the world,” said Lisa Geyer, the director of franchise development and operations.”

She added, “Our stores appeal to the neighborhood shopper filling in last minute needs, the passer-by wanting a hot coffee and a snack, or the traveler craving a cold drink and hot dog. We recognize that regional, national and even international market needs vary, and Circle K has been able to successfully tailor our brand strategy to address the cultural identities in the many marketplaces in which we compete.”

The Circle K brand has been owned by Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. since 2003 and manages over 4,000 stores nationwide while Circle K Franchise stores account for more than 800 sites in the US.

To find out more about franchise opportunities, visit www.CircleKFlorida.com or contact: Lisa Geyer at  (813) 910-6903.