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From Dish Washer to Franchise Owner

An immigrant realizes the American dream thanks to franchising

By Jaime Rodriguez

In 1995, I left my home in Mexico and came to the United States at the age of 14 to pursue my dream of opening a restaurant. I thought America provided the best opportunity to work my way up in the industry and one day run my own business. I now own my own restaurant franchise in Illinois and plan to become a multi-unit franchisee soon.

I began working in the restaurant business as soon as I arrived in the states. I started as a bus boy and dishwasher at Rosati’s Pizza in Carpentersville, Ill., and slowly worked my way up to management, eventually becoming a store manager. When that store closed, I went on to manage several other Rosati’s stores, sometimes working double shifts, seven days a week, in order to help the restaurants be successful. During my time working at Rosati’s, I also met and married Sharon, another employee.

After 16 years of experience in the restaurant industry, my wife and I decided to open our own Rosati’s Pizza Sports Pub franchise in December 2011. The store has been successful, giving my family financial security and a chance to create jobs in our community. We are planning to open more locations in the future.

We have benefited by aligning with a national brand. Rosati’s has a proven concept that is well respected by our customers and provides us with advertising support and a stream of new products. We pay a royalty (five percent of total sales) to use the brand name.

But day-to-day management of our business is the responsibility of my wife and me. We decide who to hire, promote and fire, how much to pay our employees and what new ventures to try.

Franchising provided me with a shot at the American dream. My hard work and willingness to take a risk gave me the chance to run my own business and build a better life for my family.

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