Wild Bird Centers Franchise Information:
Our full service stores carry a complete line of birding
products such as seed, suet, feeders, baths, houses, books,
hardware, and garden accessories.
We also promote nature conservation through Cornell
University's Laboratory of Ornithology and local programs in
schools, garden clubs and churches as well as forming
alliances with local nature oriented institutions such as
park districts, nature centers and birding clubs.
Where it all Began
Founded by George Petrides Sr., the Wild Bird Center retail
concept started in 1985 with a single store in Cabin John,
Md., a suburb of Washington, D.C. Now a leading national
retail franchise, headquartered in Glen Echo, Md. and just
one mile from the original store, our franchise system has
grown to nearly 100 Wild Bird Center and Wild Bird Crossing
stores serving communities and the birding hobby throughout
the United States and Canada.
The national headquarters of the Wild Bird Centers of
America, Inc., located in Glen Echo, Maryland, a suburb of
Washington, DC, offers a strong and dedicated franchise
system. It supports all of our stores in both the United
States and Canada.
The Best of Business and
Nature
With a franchise from the Wild Bird Centers of America,
Inc., you will make a positive difference in your community,
doing work you find meaningful and satisfying. You'll be
your own boss and enjoy mixing business with your passion
for birds and nature.
Whether you're a backyard birdwatcher or an experienced
naturalist, you'll enjoy the rewards of teaching others more
about the environment that surrounds us. We are here to help
you take a professional, business-like approach to making
your dream a reality.
Check out these feather-raising facts:
A 2001 survey by the Department of Interior, the "National
Survey of Fishing, Hunting and Wildlife-Associated
Recreation", confirmed that watching and feeding wild birds
is one of the most popular hobbies in North America.
Over 54 million Americans annually spend:
$3,100,000,000 for feeding wild birds and other wildlife
$732,000,000 for houses, feeders, nest boxes and baths
$507,000,000 for optics, including binoculars and spotting
scopes
$331,000,000 for wildlife-related books and magazines
We offer a Great Support
System
Our unique combination of loyalty-building products,
information and inspiration establishes each store franchise
as a resource embraced by the community it serves. Our
stores achieve outstanding levels of repeat business,
customer referrals and media attention.
Wild Bird Centers are supported by an experienced Home
Office team that provides financial, retail, marketing and
business advice as required. These services assist our
stores to be more likely to succeed in a competitive market.
We have an established trade dress and other store
standards, making our stores consistently attractive and a
popular, relaxing place for customers to shop.
Some of our recognitions include:
Bond's Magazine 2001 - Top 50 Retail Franchises
Entrepreneur Magazine
o 2002 & 2003 - Annual Franchise 500
o 2002 - America's Top Business Opportunity
o 1996 and 1997 - Annual Franchise 500
o 1995 - Annual Franchise 500 "Top 30 New Franchises"
Entrepreneur International 1998 - "America's Top 31 Retail
Franchises," ranked 30
Success Magazine
o 1995 - "Franchise Gold 100," ranked 24
o 1996 - "Franchise Gold 100," ranked 33
o 1998 - "Franchise Gold 100," ranked 42
2004 Calendar Marketing Association's National Calendar
Awards
2003 - Father's Day & Seed Sale Direct Mail Promotion
George Petrides, Sr. 1996 Finalist Greater Washington
"Entrepreneur of the Year"
Member of the Audubon Naturalist Society
Trustee of the Wild Bird Feeding Industry Research
Foundation
Project Leader of "Project WILDBIRD1" funded by WBFI
Research Foundation
Chairman of the WBFI Retail Committee
Love What You do and Share it with Others
In addition to sharing your birding hobby with others, our
stores are also excellent resources to educate your
community about nature. At any Wild Bird Center store,
customers can learn about local habitat, birding and many
aspects of nature's wonders. Additionally, our company's
recent corporate partnership with the Cornell Lab of
Ornithology has opened unprecedented access to the leading
birding research for all of our stores. Contact us today for more information on franchise opportunities and to find out if the exclusive territory you’re interested in is still available!
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