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After 14 Years as an RN, She Opened the Business She Always Wanted to See — And Reached $1.3 Million
Rachel Wommack knew there had to be a better way to care for seniors, so she launched a business and proved it.
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She Quit Her Corporate Job to Sell a Refreshing Summer Staple — Then Made $38,000 the First Week and $1 Million in Year 1
With nearly $40,000 in first-week sales and $1 million in her first year, DeSario Turner's story is a blueprint for success.
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She Turned a Temporary Post-College Job Into Starting a Business at 23. Then Some ‘Eye-Opening’ Advice Helped Her Grow It to $5 Million.
Brooke Wilson turned a part-time, temporary role into a $5 million business with a combination of ambition, team-building and learning to delegate.
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Franchising Will Outpace the U.S. Economy in 2025 — Here’s How
This year, the franchise industry is on pace to outperform the U.S. economy. Here's why.
By Matt Haller
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She Was a Lawyer with No Restaurant Experience. Now, She’s Reviving an Iconic Restaurant Chain.
As its U.S. locations dwindle, one brand is betting big on its new CEO to engineer a comeback.
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The Founder and CEO of a Franchise That Recently Sold for $8 Billion Is Stepping Down. Here’s Who’s Replacing Him.
Learn what the change means for one of America's most popular sandwich chains.
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She Was a History Major and Single Mom. Now, She’s One of Franchising’s Most Influential Leaders.
A former Blockbuster executive and current Home Helpers Home Care CEO, Emma Dickison is now bringing decades of experience to the IFA board.
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She Quit Corporate Accounting to Start a Business on Track for $3 Million: ‘If I’m Working 14-Hour Days, It Should Be for Me.’
Tired of unreliable contractors, Sarah Ross launched her own painting franchise. Ten years later, she's leading a multi-million-dollar operation.
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Interested in Franchising? Here’s Why You Can’t Afford to Miss the 2025 IFA World Franchise Show.
Franchise buyers, multi-unit operators and growth-minded entrepreneurs will gather in Miami this May. Here's why this event should be on your radar.
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This Fast-Growing Fitness Franchise Started as a Way to Get Kids’ Energy Out. Now, It’s a Pathway to the Olympics.
With ninja-style obstacle racing joining the modern pentathlon, USA Ninja Challenge is now an official Olympic training partner — and business is booming.
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This Former Teacher Used to Worry About Layoffs Every Year — Now He Makes 5x His Old Salary and Works for Himself
Casey Furtado used to worry about job security. Now, he helps raise millions for schools while running a growing franchise business.
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Taco Bell Is Teaming Up With a Major AI Firm to Speed Up Service — And Increase Accuracy
Select Taco Bell and Pizza Hut locations are testing AI technology that streamlines drive-thru orders, optimizes restaurant operations, and enhances customer experiences.
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This Founder’s ‘Favorite’ Interview Question Only Has 1 Right Answer
Stephen Smith built Planet Beach and Hotworx into franchises with hundreds of locations by honing his ability to suss out hard workers.
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No Experience? No Problem. How This First-Time Franchisee Built a $3 Million Business.
Tiffiny Consoli went from retail management to running a multi-million-dollar business. Here's how she turned a franchise opportunity into success.
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See Who Made the Franchise 500 Hall of Fame in 2025
Welcome to the Franchise 500 Hall of Fame. See which brands have ranked for more than 40 years.
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The Fastest-Growing Franchises of 2025
If you want to buy into a business that's booming, this is your ticket.
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He Went From Corporate America to Owning a $2.5 Million Franchise Recycling Cooking Oil: ‘I Decide How I Want to Achieve Success’
Trent Carlos had no experience in the industry when he started his Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions franchise. Now he's living his wildest entrepreneurial dream.
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This Franchise Executive Found a Concept She Loved. So She Didn’t Just Invest — She Bought the Brand.
Heather Elrod believed in Uni K Wax so much she bought it to lead it into its next growth phase.
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Dunkin’ Kicks Off 2025 With a Sabrina Carpenter Partnership and New Winter Menu
Sabrina Carpenter's "Brown Sugar Shakin' Espresso" headlines Dunkin's Winter 2025 menu.
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Jersey Mike’s Hits 3,000 Locations, Sets Sights on Aggressive Expansion
From humble beginnings to global ambitions, the sandwich giant's rise continues with a robust expansion strategy.
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This Franchise Saves 6 Items From Landfills Every Second. Here’s How It Thinks About Sustainable Growth.
With over 1,300 locally-owned franchises and a 99% franchise renewal rate, this resale giant blends purpose with profitability.
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Taco Bell Is Testing a Coffeehouse-Style Concept With Cold Brew and Agua Fresca — But Only in These Locations
The Live Más Café provides customers with an elevated experience and menu.
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Ready to Own a Business? Check Out These 15 Franchises You Can Start For Under $25K
Looking for an inexpensive franchise to open? Explore the best franchises under $25k, according to the 2024 Franchise 500 Ranking.
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The Largest Franchise Operator in the U.S. Just Acquired 32 More Wendy’s Locations, Adding to Its $4.5 Billion Portfolio
In a strategic move to bolster its quick-service holdings, Flynn Group has acquired 32 Wendy's restaurants in the Indianapolis area.
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Private Equity Giant Blackstone Acquires Jersey Mike’s Subs for $8 Billion
This move solidifies Blackstone's ongoing interest in high-growth, fast-casual franchises and marks a pivotal moment for the beloved sub chain.
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These Are the Top 200 Global Franchises
Want to open a franchise outside the U.S., or just buy into a brand known around the world? This list is for you.
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IHOP and Applebee’s Are Opening Their First Co-Branded Location in the U.S. — Find Out Where It Is
After announcing the collaboration last winter, the first co-branded location will open in early 2025.