Blair NicolBased in Bend, OR · serving clients across North America
Blair is the Principal and Owner of FranNet for the Pacific Northwest and Southern California, and Vice Chairman and one of four principal owners of FranNet’s parent company, which has over 50 offices in North America. He is consistently mentioned as one of the top franchise consultants, and over 30-plus years in franchising he has helped thousands find the right franchise. Blair works primarily with clients in Oregon, Washington, Alaska, Idaho, and Southern California. He graduated from Colorado State University with a degree in Finance and Real Estate, is a licensed Real Estate Broker in California, and holds the Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) designation. He enjoys golf, fishing, surfing, biking, and other outdoor activities with his wife, daughter, and son.
- 30Years Experience
- $0Cost to You
My Journey
I grew up in franchising with my family. I originally got my start in the late ’80s with Mail Boxes, Etc, now known as The UPS Store. I then started working with FranNet in 1997 and have been here ever since helping find the franchise that is right for them for nearly 30 years. Today, my wife and I own multiple franchises and businesses.
Why work with Blair
Over 30+ years of franchise ownership experience
Who Blair helps
The kinds of buyers and goals Blair specializes in:
- Corporate career-changers (in transition)
- First-time / first-generation owners
- Couples & family businesses
- Semi-absentee / investor (passive) ownership
- High-net-worth / portfolio diversification
- Recession-resistant businesses
- Home-based / flexible-lifestyle businesses
Ready to explore franchise ownership? Let's talk.
Book a free consultationHow working with FranNet works
A proven, no-pressure process backed by FranNet's 35+ years, so you evaluate real options against your goals, budget, and lifestyle.
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Consult & assess
We get clear on your goals, budget, and strengths, before looking at any brands.
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Match & research
You review vetted franchise options that actually fit, with the numbers explained.
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Introduce & validate
Meet franchisors, talk to owners, and review disclosures with guidance.
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Decide & sign
Guidance through evaluation, validation, funding, and the franchise agreement, so you reach a confident signing decision.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to work with Blair?
Nothing. Working with Blair Nicol and FranNet is completely free. Franchise brands pay a fee to FranNet, not you. You get local, expert franchise guidance in Pacific Northwest at no cost, and franchise pricing is federally regulated, so there's never a mark-up for working with a consultant.
Do you help people find franchises in Pacific Northwest?
Yes. Blair Nicol works with aspiring owners across Pacific Northwest, matching local candidates with vetted franchise opportunities that fit their goals, budget, and lifestyle, and knowing which concepts tend to perform in this market.
What's the process for working with Blair?
It starts with a free consultation to understand your goals, budget, and strengths. From there Blair presents vetted franchise options that fit, facilitates introductions and validation with franchisors and existing owners, and supports you through evaluation, funding, and a confident signing decision.
How do I get started?
Book a free, no-obligation consultation using the scheduling link on this page. There's no cost and no pressure. It's simply a conversation about whether franchise ownership in Pacific Northwest is right for you.