Express Employment Professionals

Brand Summary

Express stands out from the competition for several compelling reasons. We are ranked the #1 Staffing Franchise in a $648 billion global industry. With a low initial investment of $132,000, our Item 19 demonstrates an exceptionally strong ROI. Additionally, we boast excellent validation. With an average tenure of ownership of 12 years, we’ve maintained a 99% satisfaction rating among franchise owners due to our robust support system, inclusive of comprehensive training, field support, and a dedicated international headquarters staffed with over 400 professionals providing expert guidance. Ideal candidates for Express are high-energy, community-minded sale leaders with experience leading teams. Less than 5% of our owners had a background in staffing, recruiting, or HR before joining Express. Headquartered in Oklahoma City, OK, Express Employment Professionals is the largest staffing franchise in the world with more than 860 offices globally. We offer a variety of staffing solutions including Evaluation Hire, Temporary or Contract Staffing, and Direct Hire, across a wide variety of industries and job classifications, including Light Industrial, Skilled Trades and Office Services. The average Express franchise open more than 24 months generates annual sales exceeding $5.3 million. * *For territories open more than 24 months, average sales in 2024 were $5,380,571. For territories open more than 60 months, average sales in 2024 were $5,764,669. First-year offices averaged $1,098,880 annual sales according to Item 19 in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).
$131,700 - $213,000
Investment Range
5,380,571
*2024 Average Gross Sales:
Other Revenue
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Item 19 demonstrates an exceptionally strong ROI
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Offices open more than 24 months average over $5.3 million
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Franchise Research Institute World-Class Franchise
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Franchise 500 Top Global Franchise
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Franchise 500 Ranked #1 in category
Express Employment Professionals
8.6
Royalty
$250,000
Financial Requirements
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Business Basics & Stats

Key Stats

Express Employment Professionals

Founder

Bill Stoller

Home Office Location

Oklahoma City, OK

Company Founded

1983

Began Franchising

1985

Industry

Staffing

Industry Size

$648 billion

Veteran Discount

$20,000 off franchise fee

Group Health Insurance

Yes

Company Units Open

3

Franchise Units Awarded All Time

860

Franchise Units Awarded Last 12 Months

48

Franchise Units Open

857

Number of franchisees

625

Owner Operator Preferred
Owner Operator Preferred
Experience with Sales Leadership
Experience with Sales Leadership
Industry Experience Preferred
Industry Experience Preferred
Business Acumen
Business Acumen
Sales or Management Experience
Sales or Management Experience
Outgoing
Outgoing
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