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Franchise Times Names Capriotti's Sandwich Shop One of America's Top Franchises

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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LAS VEGAS, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Capriotti's Sandwich Shop (Capriotti's), the award-winning fast-casual sandwich franchise, was recognized as one of the top 400 franchises in the Franchise Times Top 400 list, the most comprehensive ranking of the largest franchise systems in the United States. Since last year, Capriotti's climbed 25 spots to come in at No. 303 on this year's list.

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  • 303 on Franchise Times Top 400 List
    LAS VEGAS, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Capriotti's Sandwich Shop (Capriotti's), the award-winning fast-casual sandwich franchise, was recognized as one of the top 400 franchises in the Franchise Times Top 400 list, the most comprehensive ranking of the largest franchise systems in the United States.
  • The Franchise Times Top 400 is an annual ranking of the largest franchise systems in the United States by global systemwide sales, based on the previous year's performance.
  • The project is the result of a five-month research and reporting effort that leads to the most credible and objective franchise ranking available.
  • "We're honored to be recognized among the elite brands featured on the Franchise Times Top 400 list," said David Bloom, Chief Development and Operating Officer for Capriotti's and Wing Zone.

Right at Home Ranked in the Franchise Times' Top 400 List at No. 100

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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OMAHA, Neb., Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Right at Home, the in-home senior care franchise with more than 700 locations across six countries, was ranked No. 100 in this year's Franchise Times "Top 400" list. This is the most comprehensive franchise ranking list available and includes the 400 largest franchise systems in the United States. The distinguished ranking is based on Right at Home's global system sales. This fast growing senior care franchise joins the most reputable brands in the nation on the list, including McDonald's and Chick-fil-A.

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  • OMAHA, Neb., Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Right at Home, the in-home senior care franchise with more than 700 locations across six countries, was ranked No.
  • 100 in this year's Franchise Times "Top 400" list.
  • This is the most comprehensive franchise ranking list available and includes the 400 largest franchise systems in the United States.
  • This fast growing senior care franchise joins the most reputable brands in the nation on the list, including McDonald's and Chick-fil-A.

ACE HARDWARE RANKS #5 ON FRANCHISE TIMES' TOP 400 LIST

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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OAK BROOK, Ill., Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ace Hardware, the largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative in the world, retained its #5 position in the annual Franchise Times Top 400 List*, with no changes in the top 5 positions in 2023. The Franchise Times' Top 400 List is an annual ranking of the 400 largest franchise systems in the United States by global systemwide sales, based on the previous year's performance. Ace Hardware shares its ranking in the top 5 with global fast food giants Burger King, KFC, and McDonald's, along with convenience store chain 7-Eleven.

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  • The Franchise Times' Top 400 List is an annual ranking of the 400 largest franchise systems in the United States by global systemwide sales, based on the previous year's performance.
  • Ace Hardware showed consistent growth, a trend that has helped it maintain its long-standing position in the top 5 on the prestigious list.
  • Ace Hardware posted $23.1 billion in retail sales, equaling a +3.4% increase from the prior year.
  • In addition, unlike a traditional franchise operation, Ace Hardware store owners pay no royalty fees or ongoing franchise fees.

BrightStar Care Ranked Among the Top Franchises in Franchise Times 400

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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GURNEE, Ill., Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- BrightStar Care, the nation's leading home care and medical staffing franchise with more than 380 corporate and independently owned and operated agencies, was recognized as one of the top 400 franchise brands in the county on the Franchise Times Top 400 annual rankings list for 2023.

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  • The Leading Home Care Franchise, BrightStar Care Ranks 117 on Franchise Times' Prestigious Annual List
    GURNEE, Ill., Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- BrightStar Care, the nation's leading home care and medical staffing franchise with more than 380 corporate and independently owned and operated agencies, was recognized as one of the top 400 franchise brands in the county on the Franchise Times Top 400 annual rankings list for 2023.
  • The Franchise Times Top 400 is an exclusive annual ranking of the largest U.S.-based franchise systems by global systemwide sales.
  • The project is the result of a five-month research and reporting effort that leads to the most credible and objective franchise ranking available, said Franchise Times Editor-in-Chief Laura Michaels.
  • With these achievements, BrightStar Care is well-positioned to continue its accelerated growth trajectory and affirm its spot as a leader in the franchise and home care industries.

Batteries Plus Finalizes 6-Unit Franchise Agreement for Charlotte Expansion

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Batteries Plus, the world's leading specialty battery franchise, recently welcomed its latest signed agreement for the development of six new units in Charlotte, North Carolina. This deal will not only expand Batteries Plus's well-known presence in the state, but it will also further establish the brand's expertise in the state's most populous city.

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  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Batteries Plus , the world's leading specialty battery franchise, recently welcomed its latest signed agreement for the development of six new units in Charlotte, North Carolina.
  • "Charlotte's our home and adding the expertise of Batteries Plus to our home was a no-brainer," added Chris Fasulka.
  • "We're happy to welcome Nicole and Chris to our franchise system and to grow the Batteries Plus brand in North Carolina," added Joe Malmuth, Chief Franchising Officer.
  • Positioned for the battery-powered future, Batteries Plus was ranked on Franchise Times Top 400 list, coming in at #130.

PostNet lands on Franchise Times Top 400 list

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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DENVER, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PostNet, a global leader in high-quality printing and shipping solutions, was recently recognized as being one of the largest franchise brands in the United States after being named to the Franchise Times Top 400 list. They received a ranking of 294, a 16-spot leap from 2022.

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  • DENVER, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PostNet , a global leader in high-quality printing and shipping solutions, was recently recognized as being one of the largest franchise brands in the United States after being named to the Franchise Times Top 400 list.
  • "At PostNet, we are always looking for ways to evolve to better serve our franchise owners and customers," said Bill McPherson, vice president of franchise development.
  • It's because of the hard work our leadership team and franchisees put in every day to make PostNet an excellent franchise.
  • The Franchise Times Top 400 is an exclusive annual ranking of the largest U.S.-based franchise systems by global systemwide sales.

Bach to Rock Music School Opens its 25th Multi-Unit Franchised Location

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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BETHESDA, Md., Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bach to Rock, America's music school for students of all ages, proudly announces it recently opened its 25th multi-unit franchised location, signifying a milestone in the brand's growth over the last ten years. The new location in Minnetonka, Minnesota, is the third Bach to Rock school owned by franchisees Judy Shoulak and her son, Jake Shoulak. Bach to Rock has ten multi-unit franchisees covering the states of Florida, Indiana, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia. The expansion is a strong indicator of the franchise's viability and the demand for Bach to Rock's unique approach to music education and creative enrichment.

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  • Bach to Rock, America's Music School for Students of All Ages, Proudly Announces the Opening of its 25th Multi-unit Franchised Location, Signifying a Milestone in the Brand's Growth Over the Last Ten Years
    BETHESDA, Md., Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bach to Rock , America's music school for students of all ages, proudly announces it recently opened its 25th multi-unit franchised location, signifying a milestone in the brand's growth over the last ten years.
  • The new location in Minnetonka, Minnesota, is the third Bach to Rock school owned by franchisees Judy Shoulak and her son, Jake Shoulak.
  • Fifty-six percent of all Bach to Rock sites are multi-unit locations, said Brian Gross, president of Bach to Rock.
  • Fifty-six percent of all Bach to Rock sites are multi-unit locations," said Brian Gross, president of Bach to Rock.

Batteries Plus Ranks on Franchise Times 2023 Top 400 List

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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HARTLAND, Wis., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Batteries Plus, the nation's largest and fastest-growing battery, light bulb, key fob and phone repair franchise, was recognized as one of the top 400 franchises in the Franchise Times Top 400 list, the most comprehensive ranking of the largest franchise systems in the United States. Batteries Plus' rank on this prestigious list is based on the brand's global system sales and number of locations. As another welcome surprise, Batteries Plus moved up nine positions on the list, coming in at #130 and maintaining its excellence in the franchising space.

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  • HARTLAND, Wis., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Batteries Plus , the nation's largest and fastest-growing battery, light bulb, key fob and phone repair franchise, was recognized as one of the top 400 franchises in the Franchise Times Top 400 list, the most comprehensive ranking of the largest franchise systems in the United States.
  • Batteries Plus' rank on this prestigious list is based on the brand's global system sales and number of locations.
  • "The Franchise Times Top 400 is an annual ranking of the largest franchise systems in the United States by global systemwide sales, based on the previous year's performance," said Franchise Times Editor-In-Chief Laura Michaels.
  • "This year has been a record run for Batteries Plus and we're honored to be included in Franchise Times' Top 400 list once again this year," said Joe Malmuth, Chief Franchising Officer for Batteries Plus.

Tint World® Named to Franchise Times Top 400

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Monday, October 2, 2023
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BOCA RATON, Fla., Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™, a leading auto accessory and window tinting franchise, has been named to the exclusive annual Franchise Times Top 400.

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  • Continuing rapid growth helps the National Automotive Styling Centers™ reach the prestigious research-based list of largest U.S. franchises for the seventh consecutive year
    BOCA RATON, Fla., Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™, a leading auto accessory and window tinting franchise, has been named to the exclusive annual Franchise Times Top 400 .
  • The Franchise Times Top 400 ranks the largest U.S.-based franchise systems by global systemwide sales.
  • The project is the result of a five-month research and reporting effort that leads to the most credible and objective franchise ranking available.
  • "Our quality products and world-class service set Tint World apart, and our proven franchise systems empower franchisees to become the go-to provider in their territories.

PrideStaff Named to Franchise Times® Top 400® List for Fifth Consecutive Year

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Friday, September 29, 2023
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FRESNO, Calif., Sept. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Proof of their franchise's ability to thrive amid economic challenges, PrideStaff, a nationally franchised staffing organization, announced that they ranked #187 on the elite 2023 Franchise Times Top 400 list. This is the fifth consecutive year PrideStaff has made this exclusive list, first entering at #237 in 2019.

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  • This is the fifth consecutive year PrideStaff has made this exclusive list, first entering at #237 in 2019.
  • This is the fifth consecutive year PrideStaff has made this exclusive list, first entering at #237 in 2019.
  • In times of rapid change, organizations and job seekers need an innovative, dedicated staffing partner focused on what they value most.
  • "We're thrilled to earn a spot on the Franchise Times list for a fifth consecutive year.