Franchising and licensing: Two powerful ways to grow your business in any economy (4th ed.)
Strategic and Structural Alternatives to Franchising
Typically the co-op is owned and controlled by its members. Commonly known retail co-ops (which are often confused with franchise systems) include Ace Hardware and NAPA Auto Parts, and an example of a well-known agricultural co-op is the Sunkist brand of citrus fruits and juices.
Think to Asian country such as Thailand – are there any cooperatives there that work in a similar manner to the ones listed.
Use the information provided in the text as a reference for the cooperative model.
Are those cooperatives also trying to avoid the stereotype of franchising?