Is Publix a Franchise? Unpacking the Ownership Model of the Sunshine State’s Favorite Grocer The short answer is a resounding no, Publix is not a franchise. Forget dreams of owning your own Publix store; it simply isn’t an option. Publix operates under a unique model: it’s an employee-owned corporation, where its associates have the opportunity ... Read more The post Is Publix a franchise? appeared first on GB Times.