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2. EmbroidMe is at the forefront of a
rapidly growing $45 billion industry.
There’s a lot of satisfaction that comes from running a business
that helps build other businesses. That’s what EmbroidMe is
all about… offering complete branding solutions that include
everything from custom embroidery, garment printing,
promotional products and personalized gifts. EmbroidMe does
it personally, professionally and punctually.
Traditionally, the industry was broken down into home-based
or large commercial operators. EmbroidMe is in the middle,
offering a full-service branding solution, making us a vital part of
Mark Johnson, President the $45 billion industry.
We opened the first EmbroidMe store in West Palm Beach, Florida. We have helped
hundreds of people open franchise locations making it possible for thousands of
businesses, groups and individuals to get the customized apparel, promotional
products and personalized gifts they need at affordable prices.
Our franchise affords you all the advantages of a large retail chain, while maintaining
the independence of owning your own business.
Company Hstory
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EmbroidMe, Inc., a privately owned company, is the world’s largest embroidery franchise with retail stores around the globe.
Since we began franchising, we have become the world leader in the full-service embroidery, garment printing, promotional
products and personalized gifts industries, making it possible for thousands of organizations and businesses to easily and
cost-effectively get the customized apparel and promotional products they need.
EmbroidMe’s founder has been franchising businesses all over the world for more than three decades. Starting with his
family-run printing business, Ray Titus then launched his own global company, SIGNARAMA, more than 25 years ago. Now,
that franchise has grown to have nearly 1,000 stores in more than 50 countries. Next, Ray saw opportunity in the growing
embroidery industry.
In April 2000, we opened the first EmbroidMe store in West Palm Beach, Florida, featuring a full-service showroom that combines
a wide variety of apparel and promotional items. The store grew continuously over its first year. Today, EmbroidMe’s World
Headquarters remains in Florida, and we have a strong presence from the U.S. and Canada, to Europe, Australia and Africa.
EmbroidMe has become a brand name people trust for quality embroidery and customized specialty products.

3. Opportunities f T
or omorrow
EmbroidMe has experienced tremendous growth. We plan to build on that growth by continuing to
add domestic stores in key locations throughout the United States, as well as positioning ourselves
strategically throughout the world as the global leader in the embroidery and promotional products
industry. Not only has the EmbroidMe brand expanded, but also our industry, offering growth
potential for our EmbroidMe franchisees.

4. Recognized as a top distributor since 2005
by a leading trade organization.
The names you know. The brands you trust. You’ll
find them in every EmbroidMe store.
Our showroom features products from the top
name brands your customers want to promote
their business or event.
T E
he mbroidMe Showroom
We have combined the embroidery business and the promotional products business into a unique retail showroom that is
revolutionizing the industry. Our EmbroidMe showrooms feature a large selection of casual apparel of various sizes, colors and
styles from leading apparel manufacturers. We also display accessories, giftware, and logoed merchandise. So whether it’s a
custom embroidered blanket for a newborn or a corporate sale for dozens of shirts, caps and pens, EmbroidMe can fulfill the order in
a timely and professional manner!
Throughout our EmbroidMe showroom you will find the leading names in fashionable and functional custom apparel. We are casually
dressing the world in the labels customers look for and the clothing they love. We’ve got polo shirts, t-shirts, denim wear, hats, caps,
sweatshirts, sports attire, uniforms, robes, fleece, jackets, bags, totes, aprons, towels, giftware and logoed merchandise. Whatever the
need, whatever the name, at EmbroidMe we customize it. As an EmbroidMe franchise owner, you will enjoy the savings of manufacturer
direct and mass purchasing power on popular, high quality apparel and accessories.

5. Everybody is an EmbroidMe Customer!
On-P se P
remi roduction
In addition to our large display showroom, the EmbroidMe store includes our multi-functional
production center. You, the owner, can oversee all aspects of your EmbroidMe business right
under one roof. Our unique store design enables you to provide faster fulfillment of orders,
better quality control and a greater variety of services, all with fewer employees and
higher profits.
Our EmbroidMe on-premise production department contains the most advanced technology
and equipment in the industry, all designed for high quality, fast output and easy usage. By
prioritizing sales and service, and incorporating retail production, EmbroidMe is setting a new
standard in the industry. We are a one-stop, full-service provider for embroidered apparel,
accessories and customized promotional products.

6. Ranked #1 By “Entrepreneur Magazine”!
Comprehensive T
raining
Our classroom instruction covers all facets of operating an EmbroidMe franchise,
from business management to marketing strategies, merchandising systems and
technical applications.
There is no prior experience necessary to become an EmbroidMe franchisee.
Because our production systems are easy to use, you will not need any technical
skills. We will make sure you understand every aspect of your EmbroidMe business,
from hiring an employee to operating your embroidery and garment printing
equipment to marketing and promoting your services to the local business market.
Located in West Palm Beach, Florida, our
theater is the central hub of our training facilities
that include a production room, computer lab
and fully-stocked showroom.

7. As an EmbroidMe
franchisee, you will
take part in one of
the most extensive
training programs in the
franchise industry.
HANDS-ON TRAINING STORE OPERATIONS PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE
Our training program features a variety of techniques to help you
gain overall business knowledge, and specific awareness about
the embroidery and promotional products industries. You’ll benefit
from top-notch instruction on how to build a business effectively,
and you’ll get hands-on experience on the production side, so
you know what it takes to produce your product. Additionally, live
webinars and training videos are available to help you train your staff
and help you retain the information once you get back to your store.

8. Assistance is always just a
phone call or click away.
WORLD EXPO GROUP SEMINARS REGIONAL MEETINGS CORPORATE R&D
Continued S port
up
EmbroidMe not only teaches you the systems and equipment during your classroom training, but also provides visits to your store in order to work
personally with you.
One of our local field representatives will help you set up your equipment and continue building your knowledge and expertise in your own store.
After equipment set-up and on-the-job technical training, an EmbroidMe marketing representative will work with you one-on-one to teach you how
to promote and develop your business. We also provide printing and promotional materials to give your EmbroidMe store an immediate presence in
your community. With EmbroidMe you can count on first-rate, first-hand support.
There are ongoing opportunities to benefit from the assistance we provide you. Regional meetings are held frequently right in your area, so you can
always get the latest information from corporate and benefit from interacting with fellow local franchisees.
You will be invited to attend the World Expo, an exciting regular event, that brings our franchisees from all over the world together to broaden their
knowledge of the business, provide profitable marketing and operational strategies and interact with key vendors, manufacturers and distributors.
In addition, we provide ongoing information and training to you via our exclusive video network plus informative news that is posted online and sent
directly to your inbox.

9. Internet St
rategy
All EmbroidMe franchisees are given their own state of the art website, which they
can customize and localize to create optimal Search Engine Optimization results. We
assist our stores locally with proven internet e-marketing solutions from search engine
optimization and indexing to banner advertising and opt-in direct email strategies.
Your localized EmbroidMe.com website will give you a powerful marketing advantage,
allowing you to showcase your projects and your community.
Your website will include an advanced Apparel Design Studio that allows customers to
create their orders online. Users can see their logo placed on the apparel, and use font
and image options to create a design that’s all their own.
Your website will also include the ability to create convenient Online Company Stores.
These virtual stores allow you to provide an easy online solution for your customers’
business branding needs. Products are uploaded to a private site where your customer
can order with ease 24/7.
Onl Stores and Ordering
ine
Our Advertising Fund also increases brand awareness nationally
via internet strategies that include pay-per-click, social media
campaigns and aggressive online press release programs.
With EmbroidMe, you can have it all.
EmbroidMe’s online company stores offer an easy solution for customers who wish to
place easy re-orders while keeping their logo and brand consistent. Customers choose
which items they want to sell in their online stores, and then EmbroidMe creates the private
online stores, where users can browse the exclusive designs and purchase 24/7.

10. THE EMBROIDME FRANCHISE FEATURES:
Comprehensive Training Program Brand Building
Two week training Complete marketing plan including
On-site training promotional materials
Training Manuals Internet Marketing Campaign
Ongoing Support Direct Mail Program
Technical & marketing support Advertising Fund
Toll-free in-house technical support Your own store website
Online training and industry updates Advanced online design tools
Mentor and Franchisee Advisory program Site Selection
Regional support offices Prime locations
Regional Meetings Lease negotiations
Financing Complete construction package
Mass purchasing power Attractive retail store design
Y Next Step T
our owards Success
We realize that an investment in an EmbroidMe franchise requires confidence and commitment. You should feel comfortable with our
franchise system and excited about our industry. We encourage you to meet with a Regional Vice President in your area and be given a
personal first-hand look at an established EmbroidMe location.
Now that you’ve had the opportunity to learn about EmbroidMe, the next step is easy...
Call us at (800) 727-6720 or visit us online at www.embroidme.com.

11. 2121 Vista Parkway
West Palm Beach, FL 33411
1-800-727-6720 561-640-7367
www.embroidme.com
The logos and designs herein are the property of the corporations they represent. Their appearance here is not an indication of any endorsement
of EmbroidMe, but merely a representation of what EmbroidMe can produce.
information provided herein is true, complete and not misleading.
This offering is made by prospectus only.
EmbroidMe is a Proud Member of the
UNITED FRANCHISE GROUP

12. FACTS ABOUT OWNING YOUR OWN BUSINESS
REASONS:
COMPANY DOWNSIZING
YOU WANT AN OPPORTUNITY TO TEST YOUR SKILLS
YOU WANT TO BE INDEPENDENT – TO COME AND GO AS YOU PLEASE
YOU WANT TO MAKE YOUR OWN HOURS
YOU WANT THE OPPORTUNITY TO INCREASE YOUR INCOME
YOU LIKE THE IDEA OF BECOMING AN ENTREPRENEUR
A survey of 163 millionaires showed that 74% owned a business.
BUYING A FRANCHISE CAN BE SMART
INSTANT NAME RECOGNITION
BUSINESS PRACTICALLY FROM DAY ONE
EXCELLENT SUCCESS RATE
GUIDELINES AND ADVICE TO DEAL WITH PROBLEMS YOU MAY FACE
LITTLE EXPERIENCE NECESSARY

13. Why EmbroidMe?
GROWING INDUSTRY Look around you. Embroidery is everywhere. Your customer list is
endless and includes every segment of the business world: retail
service, professional, athletic and corporate. Today the embroidery
industry is a $45 billion industry.
FULL SERVICE We have combined the embroidery business and the advertising
specialty business into a one-stop, full-service retail showroom.
FRANCHISE EXPERIENCE For more than thirty years, our founder has been franchising businesses
all over the world.
PRIME LOCATIONS AVAILABLE There are still many choice locations available.
FRANCHISE FEE Demographics and lease negotiation are included.
INCLUDES FINDING A LOCATION We study traffic counts, business counts, traffic flow and growth areas
to find a location we can mutually agree upon.
DECIDE ON LOCATION, LEASE AND All decisions are mutually decided on by the perspective buyer and us
MARKETING AREA BEFORE PURCHASE before your purchase is completed.
PROTECTED TERRITORY We give you a designated territory from which to operate your store.
RENOVATIONS We oversee the painting, plumbing, carpeting and electrical work,
everything we need to bring your store up to EmbroidMe standards.
FRANCHISE FEE INCLUDES 5 WEEKS OF Training, lodging, lunch and transportation to and from our beautiful
TRAINING West Palm Beach, Florida training facility are included. One week on-
the-job training in your area at a local EmbroidMe. Your final two
weeks will consist of marketing and technical training at your store.
NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY In our school, you will learn all aspects of the business from the
technical end to the business end.
FRANCHISE FEE INCLUDES PRINTED We don’t wait for business to come to you. Our unique marketing
MATERIALS AND INITIAL MAILING programs introduce your business to your community.
FINANCING AVAILABLE Financing of our equipment package is available to help you get started
in the business.
NAMES BEHIND OUR NAME We feature high quality apparel and accessories from some of the
biggest names in the industry: Lee, Fruit of the Loom, Hanes, Outer
Banks, Champion… just to name a few.
STATE OF THE ART EQUIPMENT We have partnered with Brother International to supply you with the
latest embroidery equipment and technology.
MASS PURCHASING POWER Our franchise affords you the advantages and savings that come with a
large retail chain.
LOW INVENTORY Due to the efficiency of our franchise program, the inventory is kept to
a minimum.
CONTINUED RESEARCH AND Our franchisees are kept abreast of new research and development
DEVELOPMENT through our newsletter and our website.
800 SUPPORT NUMBER A toll-free number is available to answer all your questions.
ONGOING PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS & We continue to help you with any challenges you may face.
SUPPORT
FULL-SERVICE CAPABILITY We cater to customers who want one item to 10,000!
www.embroidme.com 1-800-727-6720

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owner who is a ties within
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a native and veteran fullback for
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Sci-Fi Channel and Hollywood mentor, have proven invaluable
Media; owns cable TV station in Port success,
For his entrepreneurial Their
New Orleans Saints football team.
over the years. involvement:
Community
merger with Fort Lauderdale’sher business. the South Florida com-
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Titus wasCoast. stations2010 winner
named the on
St. Lucie and five radio Chairwoman of Economic Council of
the Treasure
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Community involvement:
boards of Kravis Center for the
Performing Arts, WPBT public
expand outside Florida. Transworld said. munity, especially their
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Chairwoman of Economic Council of commitment to actively
Position: President, Hollywood broadcasting station and Jewish

15. Media Contact:
Carmen Ordonez
email: cordonez@fish-consulting.com
Phone: 954-893-9150
United Franchise Group Signs Agreement with Franchise Finance for
$5 Million Franchisee Lending Program
Loan Program to Provide Funds for New Start-Ups and Existing Franchisee Expansion
West Palm Beach, FL (June 3, 2011) – The United Franchise Group (UFG), a $500 million West
Palm Beach franchise development firm, today announced it has reached an agreement for a
franchisee lending program with Franchise Finance, the oldest independent franchise finance
company in the U.S. The program aims to facilitate growth by lending financial support to new and
existing UFG franchisees, while offering exclusive access to $5 million of development capital.
Franchise Finance has established National Finance programs with only the top 10% of all
Franchise Concepts.
“We are proud to partner with Franchise Finance for this exclusive franchise lending program,” said
Ray Titus, CEO of United Franchise Group. “This program provides a tremendous opportunity for
prospective and existing franchisees who want to grow with UFG, but would otherwise have a
difficult time securing capital given the current lending environment.”
According to a recent study by the International Franchise Association, franchise lending has seen
a 40 percent decline, resulting in the loss of nearly 50,000 jobs and more than $5 billion in
economic activity. The Franchise Finance lending program was specifically designed to meet the
needs of franchisees and specializes in conventional, SBA loans, as well as construction loans and
multi lines of credit.
“UFG is the only service-type franchisor we feel confident investing $5 Million into, and we feel
secure because of their strong management and business model” said Rick Anderson, general
manager of Franchise Finance. “Franchise Finance will provide the custom lending solutions that
will enable qualified UFG franchisees to build their businesses.”
UFG is made up of five industry-leading franchise brands including SIGNARAMA, the world’s
largest full-service sign business; EmbroidMe, the world’s largest embroidery franchise; Billboard
Connection, a home-based advertising agency; Plan Ahead Events, a home-based event planning
business; and TransWorld Business Advisors, a business brokerage and franchise development
services firm. In 2010, UFG developed nearly 200 new franchises and projects its growth trend to
continue in 2011 with a goal of adding up to 300 new franchise locations around the world.

16. Media Contact:
Carmen Ordonez
email: cordonez@fish-consulting.com
Phone: 954-893-9150
United Franchise Group Honored with 2011 Governor’s
Business Diversification Award
Company recognized for Outstanding Contributions Toward Diversifying Florida’s Economy
West Palm Beach, FL (September 19, 2011) – The United Franchise Group (UFG), a $500 million
West Palm Beach franchise organization, announced today it has been honored with the 2011
Governor’s Business Diversification Award. The company was honored during a special reception held
in Tallahassee today at the Florida Governor’s Mansion.
The award, which is coordinated by Enterprise Florida, recognizes outstanding contributions made
towards improving and diversifying Florida’s economy plus distinctive community investment efforts,
particularly relating to industries targeted for economic development and high wage job growth.
“It gives us pride and pleasure to honor these companies for their success in job creation and
enhancing Florida’s business climate,” said Gray Swoope, Enterprise Florida’s president & CEO.
“We’re working tirelessly to move Florida’s economy further uphill, so, these contributions from our
businesses and economic development partners are highly welcome, encouraged and appreciated.”
UFG is made up of five industry-leading franchise brands including SIGNARAMA, the world’s largest
full-service sign business; EmbroidMe, the world’s largest embroidery franchise; Billboard Connection,
a home-based advertising agency; Plan Ahead Events, a home-based event planning business; and
TransWorld Business Advisors, a business brokerage and franchise development services firm. In
2010, UFG developed nearly 200 new franchises and projects its growth trend to continue in 2011 with
a goal of adding up to 300 new franchise locations around the world.
“We are very enthusiastic and honored to receive this award on behalf of all our employees and
franchisees at UFG,” said Ray Titus, CEO of United Franchise Group. “This award is a true testament
of our hard work and commitment to our customers and Florida’s economy.”
The Governor’s Business Diversification Awards, now in its 28th installment, selected from a pool of 107
organizations, 18 winners in six categories. United Franchise Group won in the Export Excellence
category, which highlights companies with significant increase in documented export sales in 2010.

17. Last year, Entrepreneur magazine also ranked UFG number one in its category for the ninth
consecutive year in the publication’s annual “Franchise 500” ranking, which is determined by factors
such as financial strength, growth rate and size. Additionally, Franchise Times also ranked UFG as a
Top 200 franchise.
About the United Franchise Group (UFG):
United Franchise Group (http://www.unitedfranchisegroup.com) is a $500-million franchising expert
with 30 years of experience and 1,400 franchise locations in over 50 countries. Brands include
SIGNARAMA, EmbroidMe, Billboard Connection, Plan Ahead Events, and Transworld Business
Advisors. Information on franchising opportunities is available at 800-286-8671 (U.S.) or 001-561-640-
5570 (international).
About Enterprise Florida, Inc.
Enterprise Florida, Inc. (www.eflorida.com) is a partnership between Florida's business and
government leaders and is the principal economic development organization for the state of Florida.
Headquartered in Orlando, Enterprise Florida’s mission is to diversify Florida’s economy and create
better paying jobs for its citizens by supporting, attracting and helping to create globally competitive
businesses in innovative, high-growth industries. In pursuit of its mission, Enterprise Florida works
closely with a statewide network of economic development partners and is funded both by the State of
Florida and by private-sector businesses.
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