MBE Worldwide acquires
PostNet International Franchise Corporation
MBE Worldwide, one of the largest third-party logistics,
printing and communication service retail networks in the world with 1,600
locations globally, has purchased PostNet International Franchise Corporation (“PostNet”), a leading design, printing and
shipping franchise with 660 locations in nine countries.
Both franchise companies currently operate in the business services
industry, offering premium shipping, logistics, printing, graphic design and
postal services. The acquisition of
PostNet gives Mail Boxes Etc. a strong presence in the U.S., South Africa and
several other countries where the PostNet brand is well established and will
continue to grow. Combined, the two companies will have an
extensive reach of nearly 2,300 locations in 33 countries.
Brian Spindel will continue to serve as President and COO of PostNet,
reporting to Paolo Fiorelli (pictured above), Chairman and CEO of MBE Worldwide. Steve
Greenbaum, Founder and former Chairman and CEO of PostNet, will serve as a
consultant to MBE Worldwide on strategic matters. PostNet’s Headquarters and
the existing team will remain in Lakewood, Colorado. The two companies will maintain their
individual names and concepts.
“The MBE Worldwide team was attracted to PostNet because of its
entrepreneur-driven, franchisee-focused and people-centric business model,
which mirrors our business and culture.
Also, PostNet is a respected brand in the industry with a strong U.S.
and international presence,” said Paolo Fiorelli. “We are excited to welcome
PostNet to the MBE Worldwide family and to work together to provide real-value
solutions to businesses and consumers across the globe.”
“This move marks the beginning of a new chapter at PostNet,” said Brian
Spindel, Co-Founder, President and COO of PostNet. “Our acquisition by MBE Worldwide
results in a new partnership with many opportunities to work closely with
similarly experienced colleagues to identify ways to accelerate growth and
increase unit-level economics. Being part of a new global family furthers our
mission to support entrepreneurs and small businesses everywhere.”
For more information about MBE Worldwide or PostNet, please visit www.mbeglobal.com or www.postnet.com .