Leadership Management International Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2026)

Leadership Management International (LMI) offers professional leadership and management development programs, providing tailored training solutions to help individuals and organizations maximize their potential and achieve their goals.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

Franchisees

110

-1%

Franchise fee

$15,000

Investment

$20,000 - $28,000

Revenue (AUV)

n.a.

Founded in 1966 by Paul J. Meyer in Waco, Texas, Leadership Management International (LMI) has established itself as a premier provider of leadership and organizational development programs. With a mission to "Develop Leaders and Organizations to Their Full Potential," LMI offers a comprehensive suite of services aimed at enhancing personal productivity, personal leadership, motivational leadership, and strategic leadership.

LMI began franchising in its founding year, 1966, and has since expanded its presence to over 90 countries, with materials translated into more than 25 languages. This extensive global reach is supported by approximately 495 franchise units worldwide.

Franchisees are empowered to market and deliver LMI's proven programs, benefiting from comprehensive training and ongoing support to ensure consistent quality and impact.

What sets LMI apart from its competitors is its unique development process that emphasizes measurable results and a significant return on investment. By focusing on personalized coaching and facilitation, LMI ensures that clients experience transformative changes that are both sustainable and impactful.

Initial investment

The initial investment required for a Leadership Management International franchise is $20,000 - $28,000. That is the total cost you would need to finance if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Type of Expenditure	Amount
Initial Franchisee Fee	$15,000 - $15,000
Marketing And Business System Manuals, Etc.	Included in the franchise fee
Travel Expenses	$1,000 - $2,000
Real Estate And Improvements	$0 - $0
Miscellaneous Opening Costs	$1,000 - $1,500
Additional Funds (To Cover Working Capital Needs for a Start Up Period of 1 To 3 Months)	$3,000 - $9,000
Totals	$20,000 - $27,500

Type of Expenditure	Amount
Initial Franchisee Fee	$15,000 - $15,000
Marketing And Business System Manuals, Etc.	Included in the franchise fee
Travel Expenses	$1,000 - $2,000
Real Estate And Improvements	$0 - $0
Miscellaneous Opening Costs	$1,000 - $1,500
Additional Funds (To Cover Working Capital Needs for a Start Up Period of 1 To 3 Months)	$3,000 - $9,000
Totals	$20,000 - $27,500

Franchise Disclosure Document

Below is Leadership Management International's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.

Number of units

Leadership Management International had 110 total units in 2025, of which 110 were franchised-owned and 0 company-owned.

Frequently Asked Questions

Competitors

Below are some of

Leadership Management International

key competitors in the

Coaching

sector.

Franchise

Upgrade

110

New

-1%

6.00%

$20,000

$28,000

n.a.

Corporate Connections

$25K - $50K

New

100%

20.00%

$39,000

$82,000

n.a.

The Alternative Board

$50K - $100K

101

New

-21%

12% to 20%

$54,000

$97,000

$94,000

n.a.

Network in Action

$25K - $50K

103

New

-1%

15.00%

$38,000

$43,000

$64,000

n.a.

Actioncoach Business Coaching

$100K - $200K

145

New

10.00%

$131,000

$307,000

$222,000

n.a.

SalesStar

$200K - $500K

New

n.a.

10.00%

$206,000

$240,000

$896,000

31.0%

FocalPoint Coaching

$25K - $50K

201

New

25%

$1,950 per month + $1,200 per associate per month

$35,000

$137,000

n.a.

Training

Leadership Management International (LMI) provides a structured training program for its franchisees, aiming to prepare them thoroughly for operating their business under the LMI brand. Here are the training programs offered:

Orientation and Start-up Training
Franchisees receive start-up materials and an introduction to the LMI Business Success System. This includes a session with an LMI coordinator to review the system's components.
Effective Personal Productivity (EPP) Training
Franchisees participate in the EPP program provided by the LMI home office to enhance their personal productivity skills.
Headquarters Visit and Business Planning
A visit to the LMI headquarters in Waco, Texas, includes a one-day business planning session with the corporate team.
Sales Training
Training in sales techniques and delivery of the LMI Business Success System sales presentation is conducted with the LMI home office.

Territory Protection

Leadership Management International (LMI) does not provide exclusive territory protection to its franchisees. Franchisees are allowed to operate within the continental U.S., but the agreement does not restrict LMI from placing other franchises in the same area.

The agreement emphasizes compliance with brand standards and includes post-termination non-compete clauses within a 100-mile radius of prior sales, but it does not guarantee territorial exclusivity during the term of the franchise.