PODER Magazine (previously Hispanic Enterprise) recently named Foot Solutions as one of the top 25 Franchises for Hispanics, from an article recently submitted by the National Minority Franchising Initiative (NMFI).

“Although there are no firm statistics on the percentage of franchised outlets currently owned by Hispanics, the NMFI estimates it is no more than 6%. Considering that Hispanics comprise approximately 15%of the population, this is an unacceptable imbalance-and one that progressive and business-oriented franchisors are trying to change.”

Ligia Richter, Certified Pedorthist at the Foot Solutions in Mission Viejo and Costa Mesa, CA is happy with her decision to get into franchising and is particularly thrilled to have chosen Foot Solutions, a leading health and wellness franchise focusing on foot care, comfort shoes and custom-arch supports.

Richter also believes proper foot care has gained in importance with people.

“Surgery is no longer the only option.  We spend 30 to 45 minutes with every customer to ensure that they are in the properly-designed shoe including customized accommodative inserts and arch supports to fit and support each and every unique foot shape,” said Richter.  “This analysis is done free as part of our service to the customer.

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