Franchise 500

Stratus Building Solutions Once Again Named 'Fastest-Growing Franchise' by Entrepreneur

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

LOS ANGELES, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Stratus Building Solutions is excited to announce it has been named the "Fastest-Growing Franchise" for the second year in a row by Entrepreneur. The commercial cleaning franchise spent years ranked in the top five before ascending to the top spot in 2023 and will stay there through 2024.

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  • LOS ANGELES, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Stratus Building Solutions is excited to announce it has been named the "Fastest-Growing Franchise" for the second year in a row by Entrepreneur.
  • "We are truly honored to receive this distinction for the second consecutive year, underscoring the ongoing efforts that have positioned Stratus Building Solutions as an exceptionally attractive investment in the franchising landscape," said Doug Flaig, CEO of Stratus Building Solutions.
  • Stratus Building Solutions is an industry-leading franchise in green commercial cleaning that uses state-of-the-art cleaning equipment, sustainable processes, and biodegradable and non-toxic branded cleaning chemicals.
  • "We are truly honored to receive this distinction for the second consecutive year, underscoring the ongoing efforts that have positioned Stratus Building Solutions as an exceptionally attractive investment in the franchising landscape," said Doug Flaig, CEO of Stratus Building Solutions.

Kiddie Academy® grows footprint as US child care needs expand

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

ABINGDON, Md. , Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kiddie Academy® Educational Child Care, a nationally recognized educational child care franchise, opened 23 new franchise locations, growing its footprint by nearly 8% year over year. Kiddie Academy's 2023 expansion included four new markets—Hawaii, Kentucky, Oklahoma and Utah—resulting in 327 Academies now operating in 37 states and Washington, D.C.

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  • , Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kiddie Academy® Educational Child Care , a nationally recognized educational child care franchise, opened 23 new franchise locations, growing its footprint by nearly 8% year over year.
  • "This is extremely important in the current climate, as more and more parents are seeking high-quality child care arrangements.
  • In September 2023, pandemic-era federal funding for child care centers ended with more than 3 million children nationwide losing access to child care.
  • Kiddie Academy aims to alleviate this impact by expanding into markets where high-quality educational child care is needed.

2023 Success Positions Five Star Franchising for Explosive Growth in 2024

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

SPRINGVILLE, Utah, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Five Star Franchising, an innovative, growing platform of home service brands, is marking a year of unprecedented achievement in 2023 and looking ahead to continuing its remarkable success in 2024. Over the next 12 months, the company will continue driving industry-leading growth and affirm its commitment to its franchise brands and franchise owners.

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  • "We saw amazing results in 2023 at the platform level and across our portfolio of brands," said Scott Abbott, co-founder and CEO of Five Star Franchising.
  • The explosive performance of Five Star Franchising and its brands earned widespread national and regional recognition and empowered a year of rapid growth for the platform across a range of metrics in 2023.
  • 2023 was a record year for Five Star Franchising's franchise development efforts, as the company demonstrated phenomenal growth across all brands.
  • For more information about Five Star Franchising, visit Five Star Franchising .

The Goddard School Honored as a Top Franchise Opportunity by Notable Industry Publications

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Thursday, January 18, 2024

The Goddard School is ranked #68 in the 2024 Entrepreneur Franchise 500, the world’s first and most comprehensive franchise ranking.

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  • The Goddard School is ranked #68 in the 2024 Entrepreneur Franchise 500, the world’s first and most comprehensive franchise ranking.
  • The Goddard School was among more than 375 franchise brands, representing over 35,000 franchise owners, that participated in Franchise Business Review’s research.
  • In addition to its Top 200 Franchises recognition, The Goddard School was named a Top Recession-Proof Franchise by Franchise Business Review last year.
  • For more information about The Goddard School, please visit GoddardSchool.com , and to learn about franchise opportunities, go to GoddardSchoolFranchise.com .

Mosquito Shield ranked #1 pest control franchise in Entrepreneur Magazine's highly competitive Franchise 500® for the second consecutive year

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Monday, January 22, 2024

NORTH ATTLEBORO, Mass., Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mosquito Shield, the trusted provider of effective residential mosquito and tick control service, ranks #1 among pest control franchises for the second consecutive year in Entrepreneur's Franchise 500®, the world's first, best, and most comprehensive franchise ranking.

Key Points: 
  • Mosquito Shield, ranked at #126 overall, is one of three brands on the 2024 Franchise 500® representing Five Star Franchising , an innovative, growing platform of home service brands.
  • This is the third consecutive year Mosquito Shield has improved their placement on the Franchise 500.
  • "Being ranked as the #1 pest control franchise is an honor and a testament to how hard our home office works to create growth for our brand," said Michael Moorhouse, president of Mosquito Shield.
  • "Mosquito Shield, in addition to our other franchise brands, is always evolving to meet the needs of our franchise owners.

X-GOLF AMERICA OPENS 100TH LOCATION AND TOPS ENTREPRENEUR MAGAZINE'S FRANCHISE 500 LIST

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- X-Golf America, the largest indoor golf simulator entertainment brand, announces the opening of their 100th location at X-Golf Katy in Texas.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- X-Golf America, the largest indoor golf simulator entertainment brand, announces the opening of their 100th location at X-Golf Katy in Texas.
  • 1 in golf category placement in Entrepreneur Magazine's Franchise 500.
  • "This open venue milestone showcases our continued focus on the guest golf experience and operational expertise," said Ryan D'Arcy, President and CEO of X-Golf America.
  • Additionally, being recognized as best in category of the Franchise 500 list showcases the dominance of the brand in indoor golf."

Nékter Juice Bar Recognized as Top Franchise Opportunity in Entrepreneur Magazine's Franchise 500® for 8th Consecutive Year

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

COSTA MESA, Calif., Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nékter Juice Bar, America's leading modern juice concept with more than 200 locations across 24 states, has been recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine as a top franchise opportunity on its annual Franchise 500® list.

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  • COSTA MESA, Calif., Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nékter Juice Bar, America's leading modern juice concept with more than 200 locations across 24 states, has been recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine as a top franchise opportunity on its annual Franchise 500® list.
  • First appearing on the list in 2017, this is the 8th consecutive year that Nékter Juice Bar has been honored.
  • The Franchise 500 is the world's first and most comprehensive franchise ranking and is a highly sought-after honor in the franchise industry.
  • "Our 8th appearance on Entrepreneur's Franchise 500 list showcases Nékter Juice Bar's dedication to excellence, innovation and franchisee success," said Steve Schulze, co-founder and CEO, Nékter Juice Bar.

Kumon North America, Inc. Celebrates 40th Anniversary During Year of Significant Growth

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

RUTHERFORD, N.J. , Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kumon North America, Inc. is on pace for a second consecutive year of substantial growth for new student enrollments and center development in its 40th anniversary year.

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  • RUTHERFORD, N.J. , Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kumon North America, Inc. is on pace for a second consecutive year of substantial growth for new student enrollments and center development in its 40th anniversary year.
  • Kumon is on pace for a 2nd consecutive year of growth for new students and center development in its 40th year.
  • Kumon North America, which opened its first U.S. center in Inglewood, California, in 1983, has been the top education franchise for 22 years running, according to Entrepreneur magazine's franchise rankings.
  • Through July, the company had already enrolled more than 105,000 new students, and more are expected.

Batteries Plus Ranks in Entrepreneur's First-Ever List of Top Franchises for Multi-Unit Owners

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

HARTLAND, Wis., Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Batteries Plus , the world's leading specialty battery franchise retailer, has been recognized in Entrepreneur's inaugural ranking of the Top Brands for Multi-Unit Owners.

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  • HARTLAND, Wis., Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Batteries Plus , the world's leading specialty battery franchise retailer, has been recognized in Entrepreneur's inaugural ranking of the Top Brands for Multi-Unit Owners.
  • "It's yet another proof point on the value and profitability that franchisees can find with the Batteries Plus business model."
  • Franchisees have been driven to join the Batteries Plus family for a multitude of operational and brand-specific reasons.
  • To view Batteries Plus in the 2023 Top Brands for Multi-Unit Owners list, pick up the July/August issue of Entrepreneur magazine, on newsstands as of July 18th, or find the list online at https://www.entrepreneur.com/franchises .

Dream Vacations Named One of 2023's Best of the Best Franchises by Entrepreneur

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Thursday, July 27, 2023

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dream Vacations was recognized as one of the Best of the Best Franchises in 2023 by Entrepreneur. The ranking, which is featured in the July/August issue of Entrepreneur magazine and on Entrepreneur.com, highlights the brands from Entrepreneur's 2023 Franchise 500 ranking that ranked at the top of their industry categories. Dream Vacations was ranked No. 1 in the Travel Agencies category.

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  • FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dream Vacations was recognized as one of the Best of the Best Franchises in 2023 by Entrepreneur .
  • "We are ecstatic and honored to be ranked as the top travel agency franchise," said Drew Daly, senior vice president and general manager for Dream Vacations.
  • "Everyone wants to join a winning team, and that's why we love making this annual Best of the Best Franchises list," says Jason Feifer, editor in chief of Entrepreneur magazine.
  • To view Dream Vacations in the 2023 Best of the Best list, pick up the July/August issue of Entrepreneur magazine, on newsstands now, or visit https://www.entrepreneur.com/franchises/directory/best-of-the-best-ranking .