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  • 1-800 Radiator (Driven Brands)
    www.1800radiator.com
    1-800 Radiator is the largest franchised automotive parts distributor in North America.
    Market Sector: Franchise / Multi-Unit
    1-800 Radiator (Driven Brands) Press Release

  • ABRA (Driven Brands)
    www.abraauto.com
    ABRA is a leading network of franchised automotive collision repair shops.
    Market Sector: Franchise / Multi-Unit
    ABRA (Driven Brands) Press Release

  • Anytime Fitness (Self Esteem Brands)
    www.anytimefitness.com
    Anytime Fitness is the largest fitness franchise in the world, with gym facilities open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Health and Wellness
    Anytime Fitness (Self Esteem Brands) Press Release

  • Arby's (Inspire Brands)
    arbys.com
    Arby’s is the largest drive-thru sandwich chain in the United States. The brand offers one of the most innovative and diverse menus in the quick-service restaurant industry, with more than 30 unique sandwiches and 8 different types of protein.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Restaurant and Food
    Arby's (Inspire Brands) Press Release

  • ATI (Driven Brands)
    www.autotraining.net
    Automotive Training Institute (ATI) is a leading provider of financial and operational training series to the automotive repair and maintenance and paint and collision markets.
    Market Sector: Franchise / Multi-Unit

  • Auntie Anne's (Go To Foods)
    www.auntieannes.com
    Auntie Anne's menu includes hand-rolled soft pretzels baked in-store, Pretzel Nuggets, beverages (including signature lemonade) and Pretzel Dogs.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Restaurant and Food
    Auntie Anne's (Go To Foods) Press Release

  • Basecamp Fitness (Self Esteem Brands)
    basecampfitness.com
    Basecamp Fitness is a growing network of fitness studios featuring high-intensity and high-energy workout sessions.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Health and Wellness
    Basecamp Fitness (Self Esteem Brands) Press Release

  • Baskin-Robbins (Inspire Brands)
    www.baskinrobbins.com
    Baskin-Robbins, the world’s largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, is known for its variety of “31 flavors” of ice cream, along with their creative ice cream cakes, milkshakes, and ice cream sundaes.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Restaurant and Food
    Baskin-Robbins (Inspire Brands) Press Release

  • Bosley's
    bosleys.com
    Bosley's is the leading pet food retail chain in British Columbia specializing in holistic and specialty brands with a focus on pet health and wellness.
    Market Sector: Franchise / Multi-Unit
    Bosley's Press Release

  • Buffalo Wild Wings (Inspire Brands)
    www.buffalowildwings.com
    Buffalo Wild Wings is the largest sports bar chain in the U.S., featuring an immersive sports restaurant experience and a variety of boldly flavored menu items, including buffalo-style chicken wings spun in over 20 signature sauces and seasonings.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Restaurant and Food
    Buffalo Wild Wings (Inspire Brands) Press Release

  • CARSTAR (Driven Brands)
    www.carstar.com
    CARSTAR is the largest franchise network of automotive collision repair shops in North America.
    Market Sector: Franchise / Multi-Unit
    CARSTAR (Driven Brands) Press Release

  • Carvel (Go To Foods)
    www.carvel.com
    Founded in 1934, Carvel is the leading manufacturer of branded ice cream cakes in the United States and a top producer of premium soft-serve ice cream.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Restaurant and Food
    Carvel (Go To Foods) Press Release

  • Cinnabon (Go To Foods)
    www.cinnabon.com
    Cinnabon is an American chain of bakeries known for their "World Famous Cinnamon Rolls."
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Restaurant and Food
    Cinnabon (Go To Foods) Press Release

  • CKE Restaurants
    www.ckr.com
    CKE is one of the world's largest franchisors and operators of quick-service restaurants under the Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s brand banners.  
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Restaurant and Food
    CKE Restaurants Press Release

  • Culver’s
    www.culvers.com
    Culver's is a family-favorite restaurant known for their ButterBurgers, Fresh Frozen Custard & Wisconsin Cheese Curds. For over 30 years, Culver’s guests have been treated to cooked-to-order food made with farm-fresh ingredients, served with a smile.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Restaurant and Food
    Culver’s Press Release

  • Divisions Maintenance Group
    divisionsmg.com
    Divisions Maintenance Group is a tech-based provider of integrated facilities maintenance services for prominent retail chains, pharmacies, grocery stores, warehouses, distribution centers, and REITs across more than 46,000 locations in all 50 states.
    Market Sector: Business Services
    Divisions Maintenance Group Press Release

  • Driven Brands
    www.drivenbrands.com
    Driven Brands is the largest automotive services company in North America. Driven manages a family of automotive brands including ABRA, CARSTAR, Maaco, Meineke, Take 5, Uniban, 1-800 Radiator, and others.
    Market Sector: Franchise / Multi-Unit
    Driven Brands Press Release

  • Dunkin’ (Inspire Brands)
    www.dunkindonuts.com
    Dunkin’ is famous for its combination of high-quality coffees, espresso beverages, baked goods, and breakfast sandwiches served all day with fast, friendly service.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Restaurant and Food
    Dunkin’ (Inspire Brands) Press Release

  • Fitness Connection
    fitnessconnection.com
    Fitness Connection is a leading player in the "High Value, Low Price (HVLP)" segment of the fitness industry.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Health and Wellness
    Fitness Connection Press Release

  • Flower Child (The Cheesecake Factory)
    www.iamaflowerchild.com
    Flower Child is a growing, fast casual restaurant offering a customizable menu, made fresh from scratch, featuring locally-sourced, all-natural and organic ingredients.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Restaurant and Food

  • Go To Foods
    www.gotofoods.com
    Go To Foods is the parent company of Auntie Anne's, Carvel, Cinnabon, Jamba, McAlister’s, Moe's Southwest Grill, Schlotzsky's and the franchisor of Seattle's Best Coffee on certain military bases and in certain international markets.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Restaurant and Food
    Go To Foods Press Release

  • Healthy Contributions (Self Esteem Brands)
    portal.healthycontributions.com
    Healthy Contributions helps employers, health insurers and partners engage and activate members to participate in wellness programs and reward healthy behaviors to change lives for better health.
    Market Sector: Health and Wellness

  • i9 Sports (Youth Enrichment Brands)
    www.i9sports.com
    Founded in 2003, i9 Sports is a leading franchisor of community-based, multi-sport leagues for children ages 3-14, serving over 3 million kids since inception.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Youth Enrichment
    i9 Sports (Youth Enrichment Brands) Press Release

  • Inspire Brands
    inspirebrands.com
    Inspire Brands is the franchisor and operator of the Arby’s, Buffalo Wild Wings, Jimmy John’s, SONIC, Dunkin’, and Baskin Robbins brands.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Restaurant and Food
    Inspire Brands Press Release

  • Installation Made Easy
    www.installationmadeeasy.com
    Installation Made Easy provides enterprise management software and support services that coordinate the lead generation, sale, and installation of do-it-for-me home improvement projects on behalf of home improvement and general merchandise retailers across the United States and Canada.
    Market Sectors: Business Services, Franchise / Multi-Unit
    Installation Made Easy Press Release

  • International Car Wash Group (Driven Brands)
    www.icwg.com
    International Car Wash Group is the world's largest local car wash company, with operations in the U.S., Europe and Australia.
    Market Sector: Franchise / Multi-Unit
    International Car Wash Group (Driven Brands) Press Release

  • Jamba (Go To Foods)
    www.jamba.com
    Jamba is a category-leading smoothie and juice chain that offers a variety of high quality smoothies, juices, bowls and other products.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Restaurant and Food
    Jamba (Go To Foods) Press Release

  • Jim ‘N Nick’s Bar-B-Q
    www.jimnnicks.com
    Jim ‘N Nick’s is a differentiated full-service restaurant chain that has been serving award-winning barbecue and Southern-inspired cuisine for over 30 years.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Restaurant and Food
    Jim ‘N Nick’s Bar-B-Q Press Release

  • Jimmy John’s (Inspire Brands)
    www.jimmyjohns.com
    Jimmy John's is one of the largest sandwich chains in the US. Founded in 1983, Jimmy John's offers high-quality sandwiches with rapid preparation.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Restaurant and Food
    Jimmy John’s (Inspire Brands) Press Release

  • KE Camps (Youth Enrichment Brands)
    kecamps.com
    Founded in 1999, KE Camps is the leading operator of day camps for country clubs, serving 10,000+ campers per year.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Youth Enrichment

  • Maaco (Driven Brands)
    www.maaco.com
    Known as 'America's Bodyshop', Maaco is a leading provider of auto painting and light collision repair services. The Company provides a comprehensive suite of services primarily to retail, fleet, and industrial consumers.
    Market Sector: Franchise / Multi-Unit

  • Massage Envy
    www.massageenvy.com
    Massage Envy is the leading provider of therapeutic massage and skincare services in the U.S. In 2002, Massage Envy created a completely new category in the wellness industry and remains the industry leader in providing professional and affordable services that promote well-being through total body care.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Health and Wellness
    Massage Envy Press Release

  • Mathnasium
    www.mathnasium.com
    Mathnasium is a leading franchisor of math learning centers with over 1,000 locations across 46 states and 12 countries.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Youth Enrichment
    Mathnasium Press Release

  • McAlister's Deli (Go To Foods)
    www.mcalistersdeli.com
    McAlister's is a franchise chain of quick casual restaurants offering a variety of sandwiches, salads, soups, wraps and desserts.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Restaurant and Food
    McAlister's Deli (Go To Foods) Press Release

  • Meineke (Driven Brands)
    www.meineke.com
    Founded in 1972, Meineke is an automotive aftermarket industry pioneer and leading provider of repair and maintenance services. Meineke provides all regularly scheduled maintenance services, along with repair and replacement of vehicle components.
    Market Sector: Franchise / Multi-Unit

  • Merry Maids (ServiceMaster Brands)
    www.merrymaids.com
    Merry Maids is a leading franchisor and provider of home cleaning services.
    Market Sector: Franchise / Multi-Unit
    Merry Maids (ServiceMaster Brands) Press Release

  • Miller's Ale House
    millersalehouse.com
    Started in Jupiter, FL in 1988 by husband and wife team Jack and Claire Miller, Miller's Ale House is a sports-themed full service restaurant that offers an extensive menu of freshly prepared food and top-quality drinks.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Restaurant and Food
    Miller's Ale House Press Release

  • Moe's Southwest Grill (Go To Foods)
    www.moes.com
    Moe's Southwest Grill is the neighborhood burrito place offering flavorful Southwestern fare with a healthy twist.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Restaurant and Food
    Moe's Southwest Grill (Go To Foods) Press Release

  • North Italia (The Cheesecake Factory)
    www.northitalia.com
    North Italia is a modern interpretation of Italian cooking in the upscale casual dining segment, offering a variety of dishes that are handmade from scratch daily.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Restaurant and Food

  • Nothing Bundt Cakes
    www.nothingbundtcakes.com/
    Nothing Bundt Cakes is a leading franchisor and operator of gourmet bakeries. The brand offers 8- and 10-inch bundt cakes, Bundtlets and Bundtinis® in multiple flavors that are hand-crafted and baked on-site.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Restaurant and Food
    Nothing Bundt Cakes Press Release

  • Orangetheory Fitness
    www.orangetheoryfitness.com
    Orangetheory Fitness is one of the largest and fastest growing franchisors in the studio-based fitness market.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Health and Wellness
    Orangetheory Fitness Press Release

  • Pet Supermarket
    www.petsupermarket.com
    Pet Supermarket is the largest specialty retailer of pet food and pet-related supplies based in the southeastern US.
    Market Sector: Franchise / Multi-Unit
    Pet Supermarket Press Release

  • Pet Valu
    petvalu.com
    Pet Valu is Canada's leading small-format specialty retailer of pet food and supplies, providing a wide selection of high quality pet products, together with friendly customer service and convenient store locations.
    Market Sector: Franchise / Multi-Unit
    Pet Valu Press Release

  • Primrose Schools
    www.primroseschools.com
    Primrose Schools is a leading franchisor of pre-K schools providing high quality educational programs for children 6 weeks to 5 years old and after-school learning programs for 6 to 12 year olds.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Youth Enrichment
    Primrose Schools Press Release

  • Schlotzsky's (Go To Foods)
    www.schlotzskys.com
    Schlotzsky's is a chain of quick casual restaurants offering made-to-order sandwiches, soups, salads and pizza.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Restaurant and Food
    Schlotzsky's (Go To Foods) Press Release

  • School of Rock (Youth Enrichment Brands)
    www.schoolofrock.com
    Founded in 1998, School of Rock is a leading franchisor and operator of performance-based music education schools, serving over 180,000 students annually.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Youth Enrichment

  • Seattle's Best International (Go To Foods)
    www.seattlesbest.com
    Go To Foods is also the franchisor of Seattle's Best Coffee on certain military bases and in certain international markets.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Restaurant and Food
    Seattle's Best International (Go To Foods) Press Release

  • Self Esteem Brands
    www.sebrands.com
    Self Esteem Brands is the parent company of Anytime Fitness, Basecamp Fitness, The Bar Method, Waxing the City, Stronger U, and Healthy Contributions.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Health and Wellness
    Self Esteem Brands Press Release

  • ServiceMaster Brands
    www.servicemaster.com
    ServiceMaster Brands is the parent company of ServiceMaster Restore, ServiceMaster Clean, Merry Maids, and TWO MEN AND A TRUCK.
    Market Sectors: Business Services, Franchise / Multi-Unit
    ServiceMaster Brands Press Release

  • ServiceMaster Clean (ServiceMaster Brands)
    www.servicemasterclean.com
    Global network of franchises providing janitorial services, carpet cleaning, hard surface floor care, tile and grout cleaning, and upholstery cleaning.
    Market Sectors: Business Services, Franchise / Multi-Unit
    ServiceMaster Clean (ServiceMaster Brands) Press Release

  • ServiceMaster Restore (ServiceMaster Brands)
    www.servicemasterrestore.com
    Global network of franchises providing residential and commercial restoration services, including water damage, smoke and fire damage, mold remediation, and disaster recovery.
    Market Sectors: Business Services, Franchise / Multi-Unit
    ServiceMaster Restore (ServiceMaster Brands) Press Release

  • SONIC Drive-In (Inspire Brands)
    www.sonicdrivein.com
    SONIC is the largest drive-in chain in the United States, well-known for its unique drive-in format, carhop service model, and broad menu of food and beverages with over 1.3 million drink combinations.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Restaurant and Food
    SONIC Drive-In (Inspire Brands) Press Release

  • Streamline Brands (Youth Enrichment Brands)
    www.streamlinebrands.com
    Founded in 2006, Streamline Brands is a leading franchisor and operator of swim schools for children of all ages, serving over 150,000 swimmers per year.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Youth Enrichment

  • Stronger U (Self Esteem Brands)
    strongeru.com
    Stronger U is a digital, personalized nutrition-based health coaching services brand.
    Market Sector: Health and Wellness
    Stronger U (Self Esteem Brands) Press Release

  • Take 5 Oil Change (Driven Brands)
    www.take5oilchange.com
    Take 5 is a leading provider of oil change services through a convenient drive-thru format with fast, friendly customer experience.
    Market Sector: Franchise / Multi-Unit
    Take 5 Oil Change (Driven Brands) Press Release

  • The Bar Method (Self Esteem Brands)
    barmethod.com
    The Bar Method is a leading low-impact studio fitness franchise with locations across the US and Canada.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Health and Wellness
    The Bar Method (Self Esteem Brands) Press Release

  • The Cheesecake Factory
    www.thecheesecakefactory.com
    The Cheesecake Factory is an iconic casual dining brand with best-in-class service and high-quality, made-from-scratch food across a diverse menu with over 250 items.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Restaurant and Food
    The Cheesecake Factory Press Release

  • TWO MEN AND A TRUCK
    twomenandatruck.com
    TWO MEN AND A TRUCK is the largest franchised moving company in the U.S. and offers comprehensive home and business relocation, junk removal, and packing services.
    Market Sectors: Business Services, Franchise / Multi-Unit
    TWO MEN AND A TRUCK Press Release

  • U.S. Baseball Academy (Youth Enrichment Brands)
    usbaseballacademy.com
    Founded in 1988, U.S. Baseball Academy brings together college and high school coaches to provide camp programs to aspiring baseball and softball players across the United States.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Youth Enrichment
    U.S. Baseball Academy (Youth Enrichment Brands) Press Release

  • U.S. Sports Camps (Youth Enrichment Brands)
    www.ussportscamps.com
    US Sports Camps is the nation’s leading youth sports camp company, serving more than 100,000 campers across 1,200+ camps in 48 states. Founded in 1975 and headquartered in San Rafael, CA, US Sports camps is the licensed operator of Nike Sports Camps. US Sports Camps’ offering spans 19 different physical sports, Esports, and academic programs for campers ranging from 6 to 18 years old.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Youth Enrichment
    U.S. Sports Camps (Youth Enrichment Brands) Press Release

  • UNIBAN (Driven Brands)
    www.unibancanada.ca
    Uniban is a leading network of glass repair and replacement service centers across North America.
    Market Sector: Franchise / Multi-Unit

  • Waxing the City (Self Esteem Brands)
    www.waxingthecity.com
    Waxing the City is a growing network of waxing studios with an emphasis on superior waxes, highly-trained staff, and compassionate customer service.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Health and Wellness

  • Youth Enrichment Brands
    www.yeb.com
    Youth Enrichment Brands is a leading youth activities company, offering camps, leagues, clinics, classes and other programs that annually serve more than 700,000 kids ranging from 2 to 18 years old. Youth Enrichment Brands encompasses US Sports Camps, i9 Sports, School of Rock, Streamline Brands, and U.S. Baseball Academy.
    Market Sectors: Franchise / Multi-Unit, Youth Enrichment
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