Express Employment Professionals Maintains 15-Year Franchise Dominance

Event summary

  • Express Employment Professionals has been ranked #1 in Entrepreneur's Franchise 500® for the 15th consecutive year within the staffing/recruiting category.
  • The company operates over 870 franchises internationally, employing more than 11 million people globally since its inception.
  • Entrepreneur's Franchise 500® ranking considers factors like costs, growth, support, brand strength, and financial stability.
  • Express has received numerous other accolades in 2025, including recognition from Forbes and Staffing Industry Analysts.

The big picture

Express Employment Professionals' consistent ranking atop Entrepreneur's Franchise 500 demonstrates the resilience and scalability of its franchise model within a fragmented staffing industry. The company's extensive network and multiple awards highlight its brand strength and operational efficiency, but also underscore the importance of maintaining a competitive edge in a market increasingly influenced by technology and shifting workforce dynamics. The franchise model itself provides a degree of insulation from direct economic shocks, but the company's future success hinges on its ability to adapt to changing labor market conditions and support its franchisees.

What we're watching

Franchise Growth
The continued expansion of Express's franchise network will be a key indicator of its overall health and ability to maintain its market position, particularly as competition in the staffing sector intensifies.
Economic Sensitivity
The staffing industry is highly sensitive to macroeconomic conditions; Express's performance will likely reflect broader trends in employment and business investment.
Innovation
Maintaining its Franchise 500 ranking requires Express to continually innovate its service offerings and franchise support model to adapt to evolving employment trends and franchisee needs.