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The Fitness Industry Is Worth $260 Billion — Here's the Franchise That's Leading the Pack
Crunch Fitness, #1 in the Franchise 500 health and wellness category, is redefining getting in shape.
Buying or Selling a Business? This Top-Ranked Franchise Makes the Intimidating Process Straightforward.
With a proven system and a global network, Transworld Business Advisors makes business transactions easier for everyone involved.
These 4 Storytelling Elements Will Empower Your Brand in 2025
Brands are always looking for new ways to impact and connect with their audiences. One strategy that has stood the test of time is storytelling.
Turn Your Love of Travel into a Successful Business with Cruise Planners
Cruise Planners has over 30 years of travel franchise experience and the nation's largest home-based travel agency franchise network.
64 Million U.S. Households Have a Pet. Here's How This Top-Ranked Franchise Is Making Busy Owners' Lives Easier.
With a focus on convenience and local connections, Pet Supplies Plus has become the top pet care franchise in the U.S.
How Did the Top Automotive Franchise on the 2025 Franchise 500 Get to Number 1? By Taking a Page From the Fast-Food Industry's Playbook.
Valvoline Instant Oil Change has redefined automotive maintenance with a drive-through model built for today's on-the-go consumers.