Hi there,
The contact information is available for every one of these franchises
but the text is way too massive to post here. However, if you simply
search the name of the franchise in the Google search engine, you will
be able to find the contacts. If you cannot find the contact
information for one, please post a comment or "request clarification"
and I'd be happy to post it.
The ranking procedure I used incorporated the Entrepreneur magazine's
Franchise 500 rankings as well as rankings by other franchise
directories. If there were inconsistencies, I would check the
statistics for the franchises in question and make a judgment call.
Most of the top 50 ranks follow the Entrepreneur magazine's rankings
(of course, the magazine ranks both business-to-business and
residential so it had to be filtered carefully). The following is a
quote from Entrepreneur magazine:
"The initial Franchise 500® in 1980 was the first ranking of
franchises in the industry. Over the years, we have polished and
perfected our ranking procedure, giving us a formula that accurately
identifies today's top franchise opportunities for you....We consider
numerous factors in our ranking, some of which are weighed more
heavily than others. The most important ones include financial
strength and stability, growth rate and size of the system. We also
consider the number of years in business and length of time
franchising, start-up costs, litigation, percentage of terminations
and whether the company provides financing. Financial data was audited
by an independent CPA firm. Every company with verifiable data
receives a cumulative score. The franchises with the highest "cumes"
become the Franchise 500®. These factors are objective, quantifiable
measures of a franchise operation. We do not measure subjective
elements such as franchisee satisfaction or management style, because
these are judgments only you can make based on your own needs and
experiences. All companies, regardless of size, are judged by the same
criteria. "
Now, for the rankings: (please note that the comments included are
either provided by the franchise themselves or otherwise and not by me
so it will contain biased "sales pitches". I have only included them
so that you can get the general idea of what each franchise does)
1. Snap-on Tools Company, a subsidiary of Snap-on Incorporated is a
leading global developer, manufacturer and marketer of tool and
equipment solutions for professional tool users.
2. Mail Boxes Etc. (MBE):
The world's largest franchisor of independently owned and operated
business, communication and postal service centers. MBE Centers serve
a large customer group of small and home-based businesses and general
consumers.
3. Moneyworx Franchising, Inc
plans to be the largest franchised commercial leasing and financial
services company in the United States.
4. Shane's Office Supply:
With over 14 million businesses in the US, you can capitalize on a
$200 billion industry by franchising with Shane's Office Supply.
5. CleanNet USA Inc.
Commercial office cleaning
6. WSI Internet
is the #1 Internet franchise, the World's Fastest Growing Internet
Consultancy Franchise with over 700 offices in over 87 countries
globally.
7. ServiceMaster Clean
Commercial/residential cleaning & disaster restoration
8. Batteries Plus
is the largest, most comprehensive and most sophisticated battery
store chain in America, the single-source supplier of all batteries
and related products and services.
9. Matco Tools
Automotive/professional tools & equipment
10. Management Recruiters/Sales Consult./MRI Worldwide
Personnel placement/search & recruiting services
11. Coverall Cleaning Concepts
Commercial cleaning
12. ACE America's Cash Express
Check cashing & related financial services
13. Adventures in Advertising Franchise Inc.
Promotional products/advertising specialties
14. Jan-Pro Franchising Int'l. Inc.
Commercial cleaning
15. SIGN*A*RAMA®
is the world's largest sign franchise, with over 600 stores in 22
countries.
16. ProForma
Commercial printing/promotional products & multimedia
17. Minuteman Press:
Imagine a business with every other business as your potential
customer and you have just imagined Minuteman Press! We are a
people-oriented company, completely focused on helping our franchise
owners achieve success.
18. Express Personnel Services Inc.
Staffing & executive search services
19. Signs Express,
the largest sign company in Northern Europe, with more centers than
any other sign franchise, is now offering franchises in North America
and several other countries.
20. Aaron's Sales & Lease Ownership
Furniture/electronics/computer/appliance leasing & sales
21. Brooke Insurance & Financial Svcs.
Insurance & financial services
22. Cruise Planners
Cruise/tour agency
23. Padgett Business Services USA Inc.
Financial, payroll, consulting & tax services
24. OpenWorks
Office/commercial cleaning
25. Labor Finders
Industrial staffing services
26. Vanguard Cleaning Systems
Commercial cleaning
27. Postal Annex+
Packaging/shipping/postal/business services
28. Schooley Mitchell Telecom Consultants
Telecommunications consultants
29. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK®
is the first and largest local-moving franchise system in the US,
providing a full range of residential and commercial moving (removal)
services.
30. Bonus Building Care
Commercial cleaning
31. Metal Supermarkets Int'l.
Wholesale & retail metal supplier
32. Crestcom Int'l. Ltd.
Management/sales/office-personnel training
33. Certa ProPainters:
Certa ProPainters are not painters. They are talented entrepreneurs
who manage a substantial business. Our franchisees are often the
largest residential painting contractors in their area within the
first two years!
34. Sunbelt Business Brokers Network
Business brokerage
35. Aire-Master of America Inc.
Restroom deodorizing & maintenance services
36. VR Business Brokers
Business brokerage/mergers & acquisitions
37. PostNet Postal & Business Services
Business & communications centers
38. Sanford Rose Associates
Executive search services
39. Tower Cleaning Systems
Office cleaning
40. Valpak Direct Marketing Systems Inc.
Co-op direct-mail advertising
41. PIP Printing
Business printing products & services
42. Snelling Personnel Services
Permanent & temporary staffing services
43. Dunhill Staffing Systems Inc.
Permanent & temporary staffing services
44. Sonitrol
Electronic security services
45. Fiducial Inc.
Tax, accounting, payroll & financial services
46. Postal Connections of America
Postal/business centers & computer/Internet services
47. Money Mailer LLC
Direct-mail advertising
48. Chemstation
Industrial cleanser commercial sales
49. Sandler Sales Institute
Sales & sales-management training
50. Franklin's Systems Inc.
Business-to-business printing & copying
51. Ink Well of America Inc., The
Business-to-business printing & copying
52. Copy Club Inc.
Business copying & digital imaging
53. Aerowest/Westair Deodorizing Services
Restroom deodorizing system
54. AIM Mail Centers
Postal & business services
55. MilliCare Commercial Carpet
Commercial carpet maintenance
56. Leadership Management Inc.
Executive/management training
57. TURN DIRT INTO DOLLARS,
the pioneer of the Dealership concept, provides full-service
commercial and residential restoration services. No franchise or
royalty fees.
58. AtWork Personnel Services:
AtWork Personnel Services' Franchises provide a wide variety of
customized staffing programs to client companies including temporary,
temporary-to-full time, and direct placement labor.
59. Laser Chem Commercial Cleaning
Commercial cleaning services
60. SHIELD® Security Systems:
With SHIELD® Security Systems you can use your entrepreneurial skills
to develop wealth and a secure future with recurring revenue from a
long-term customer base.
61. Cartridge World:
Invest in a Master Franchise with Cartridge World and capitalize on
one of the fastest growing industries on the planet.
62. EmbroidMe
has launched a revolution in the custom-embroidery business, providing
custom embroidered clothing, accessories and promotional merchandise
in multiple locations across the US.
63. AccuTrak
is the inventory service of choice for national, regional and local
retailers.
64. PosiGrip:
The list of customers for PosiGrip® products is almost endless!
65. Puroclean,
the largest single source provider of disaster restoration services in
the US, is now offering start-up franchise opportunities to
entrepreneurs for as little as $15,000.
66. The Classified Department:
The Classified Department is a hot franchise because we combine two
sizzling concepts.
67. Sign Biz Inc
is the largest chain of CAS (computer-aided signmaking) businesses
worldwide in which the owners pay no royalties, totaling more than 150
businesses.
68. Sky Shades USA
have opportunities for master licensees in all states to manufacture
and market shade sails, a potent weapon in the war against skin
cancer.
69. Action International:
ACTION International Business Coaches are among the most
professionally recognized entrepreneurs in the world, helping their
clients increase profitability through the implementation of key
business strategies.
70. Profiles International:
Help your clients increase productivity and reduce labor costs by
hiring the right people first time round with Profiles International
assessment tools.
71. TalkTactics:
TalkTactics - The complete call center solution, offering exceptional
results for clients and franchisees alike.
72. Regent International
is a worldwide language and computer training franchisor offering
franchises to qualified individuals and existing schools.
73. Industry Magazine:
Now you can own a publishing franchise of one of the most all round,
culturally hip magazines of the millennium!
74. Quantum:
America's number one business development consulting organization
committed to helping business owners gain the freedom, income and
lifestyle they envisioned when they first started their businesses.
75. The Entrepreneur's Source:
America's leading business ownership consulting organization,
committed to helping people and businesses grow.
76. Window Gang:
With Window Gang you have the opportunity to tap into the huge market
that comprises window washing, gutter cleaning, pressure washing and
blind cleaning.
77. computer moms®
offers one-on-one computer training to customers in their home or
office. As a computer moms franchisee, you will receive all the
training and tools you need to grow your business by hiring, training
and managing your own staff of computer moms trainers.
78. Global Travel International:
Join nearly 40,000 Global Travel International Independent Agents
running their travel business from their own home or office. No
experience is necessary!
79. Pirtek:
The Pirtek system is one of the most successful franchised business
systems in its several countries of operation. Pirtek franchisees
invest in hard assets, as well as in their future.
80. Business Partner:
A one-stop, full service marketing center offering a multitude of
high-demand services.
81. New Horizons Computer Learning Centers
is the largest computer training company in the world.
82. Pak Mail
is a leading franchisor of packaging, shipping and small enterprise
service centers throughout the world, in a business that combines low
initial investment with high-margin products and services.
83. Kitchen Tune-Up:
If you are committed to join America's Number 1 home improvement
system, Kitchen Tune-Up will also be committed to you!
84. Window Butler:
Benefit from over ten profit centers with a Window Butler franchise.
Cleaning windows, unclogging gutters, pressure washing decks and
wiping down chandeliers are but a few. It adds up to a huge business.
85. ITEX:
You won't believe how easy it is to get started with ITEX and how
little it costs! Qualified business people now have the opportunity to
franchise with North America's leading retail trade and barter
exchange.
86. MARBLELIFE®
is the world leader in the care and restoration of marble and other
natural stone in the US and several other countries.
87. CRA (Cost Reduction Analysts):
provides cost reduction consulting services to small, medium, and
large companies across diverse industries worldwide.
88. UPI
provides state-of-the-art sign making equipment at a very competitive
price and offers the most comprehensive training program in the
industry.
89. Chem-Dry
is the world's leading carpet and upholstery cleaning company, with
nearly 4,000 franchises in 51 countries.
90. Resource Associates Corporation (RAC)
facilitates outstanding solutions that focus on achieving maximum
results with minimum investment for a range of clients.
91. SeBar
has opportunities now for statewide distributors in a turnkey business
with a no loss guarantee on your investment.
92. Ultimate Staffing:
Welcome to the Ultimate business opportunity! We have created a
franchise opportunity second to none and we are now offering exclusive
territories across the United States.
93. Computer Renaissance:
Guarantee your spot in a highly innovative industry by partnering with
Computer Renaissance, America's largest computer retail franchise.
94. The PRstore®:
The PRstore® offers you a golden opportunity to own your own
marketing/ad agency. You'll have all the resources and capabilities of
a large agency without the overhead.
95. Mr. Plant
is a unique business opportunity that puts you on the ground floor of
the first home-based interior nursery service business in the country.
96. Stained Glass Overlay (SGO)
is the premier decorative and designer glass business in 37 countries
around the world.
97. Link Staffing Services:
Are you ready to get serious about your future? Link provides some of
the most complete support programs in the staffing services industry.
98. HoneyBaked:
Join the industry leader - The HoneyBaked Ham Company and Café and
benefit from the power of 45 years of brand recognition in a business
that now has over 330 units nationwide.
99. Inspect-It 1st Property Inspection®
is among the oldest and most widely respected names in the residential
and commercial inspection business in the US.
100. World Traders Association:
World Traders Association - huge market, low investment! Become a WTA
affiliate, distributing first quality wholesale and surplus
merchandise. You can work part-time or full-time from home, earning
fees almost immediately if you follow our training.
101. American Recruiters
American Recruiters - professional recruitment with integrity in the
$75 billion+ staffing industry.
102. Surface Specialists:
Turn your hobby into a profitable kitchen and bath resurfacing
business! With seven distinct Profit Centers to choose from and over
20 years of experience in the industry, Surface Specialists® is
offering a great home-based business opportunity.
103. Roto-Rooter:
With its network of over 600 franchises and affiliates, Roto-Rooter is
the largest provider of plumbing and drain cleaning services across
North America, and is now expanding in several other countries around
the globe.
104. The Intelligent Office:
The Intelligent Office is truly an executive franchise, one of the few
that you can own without having to be the day-to-day operator.
Hope this has helped,
Best of luck,
Tox-ga |
