The staffing industry in the U.S. is a $150 billion-dollar industry made up of more than 25,000 staffing firms and is an integral part of the economy. When you join Express Employment Professionals, you are part of a franchise with nearly 40 years of success. You will join the number one ranked staffing franchise on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 for 11 straight years.  Across our network of more than 850 franchise locations, Express has a long-term goal to employ a million people annually, and your fellow franchise owners help ensure your success.

The temporary staffing industry is on track to generate a projected $135.5 billion in North America annually. Express reached $4.16 billion in sales in 2021 and was ranked in the top 25 in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 list! First year offices average more than $900K in sales, with offices open more than two years averaging $6.1 million annually.* Plus, as an Express franchise owner, you control your life with flexible weekday hours in a professional business setting.

Founded in 1983, Express has weathered recessions, economic downturns and a global pandemic to become the 2nd largest industrial staffing firm in the U.S., the 6th largest staffing firm in the U.S., and the 10th largest staffing firm globally! In 2021, our franchisees put more than 586,000 people to work and we expanded our global footprint with expansion into Australia and New Zealand.

Express offers new franchise owners the unique chance to build income and equity while helping people grow their careers and impact the local community. Individuals with staffing industry experience can also benefit from our “Bridge to Ownership” package. Contact us for more information about this package

As an Express Employment Professionals franchise owner, you have the opportunity to become a pillar of the community by supporting businesses with workforce solutions as they grow and providing jobs to job seekers when they need it the most. By providing temporary workers when demand fluctuates and supporting contract and direct hire needs to fill in for open positions, Express franchise owners become a vital piece of local small to medium sized businesses in their community.

We offer more than just operational support to our franchisees. By providing multi-step marketing campaigns, sales training, and public relations assistance, our franchise owners are able to focus on growing their business. Express also offers annual regional and international virtual training events, as well as continued education for staff and owners via our online university.

These staffing firms provide vital temporary and full-time workforce solutions to business’ when they need it most. The flexibility of staffing allows companies to fill in the gaps to match payroll and resources, ultimately giving them the competitive edge without committing to the inherent risks that come with additional temporary workers on their payroll.

*For territories open more than 24 months, average sales in 2021 were $6,119,487. First-year offices averaged $900,049 according to Item 19 in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

There are two kinds of services offered by the Express Employment Professionals Businesses: Flexible Staffing – Temporary/Contract Staffing (“Flexible Staffing”), and Career Placement – Professional Search (“Career Placement”). Your Express Employment Professionals Business must offer Flexible Staffing services. The term “Associates” refer to the persons you send to the client business from the Flexible Staffing portion of the Express Employment Professionals Business. You will have the option, with our approval, to operate the Career Placement portion of the Express Employment Professionals Business. You must operate the Express Employment Professionals Business in strict compliance with the system, procedures, methods, policies and requirements prescribed in the Manual (as defined below). We will make available to you one copy of the Manual.

Training

- Three weeks of virtual training with our award-winning trainers. One week of virtual on-the-job training for opening week.

- 98% satisfaction rating by FranSurvey

- No charge for new Franchisee training

- Lifelong learning programs designed to continually develop you and your entire team

- Training specifically designed to help you diversify your business

- Leadership and manager training that focuses on fundamental skills needed to successfully lead your team

- Robust online learning library for Franchisees and employees accessible free of charge

- New hire training plans, continued education plans, and job-specific certification programs

Ideal Franchisee:

- See Characteristics of Ideal Franchisee below.

- They have the ability to inject at least $140,000 in equity into the business in addition.

Characteristics of Ideal Franchisee:

Individuals looking to be in business for themselves, but not by themselves. We are seeking natural leaders focused on customer service and growth by leveraging a sales-oriented mindset. Our owners have commonly led and managed teams and possess a driven spirit and unmatched motivation. They are natural relationship builders and strong communicators. Viewing business ownership as the next step in their career, we are looking for individuals looking to control their own destiny through business ownership. Industry experience is NOT necessary. Over 95% of our existing owners have zero industry experience. While our owners have diverse backgrounds, they all share a common focus of taking care of their customers, following the Express System all while maintaining a positive attitude with the perfect amount of grit. Typically, candidates will need to be prepared to invest a minimum of $140,000 for the startup of the business and be able to cover personal living expenses for one year.

Franchisee Role:

Express offers franchisees two ownership models. The Traditional Model requires an investment ranging from $140,000 to $174,000 and an active role in new business development by the franchise owner. The Professional Market Model requires an investment ranging from $209,000 to $220,000 and applies to pre-designated territories with a high propensity for professional staffing. In this model, owners attend customized training and will manage a recruiting staff of two, unlike a traditional office with one person in this role. In both models, our franchisees enjoy the opportunity to own a business, while having a life outside of the office with time to enjoy friends and family.

Successful Express franchisees come from diverse backgrounds, including senior business management, sales, finance, communications, marketing, manufacturing, IT, banking, education, and human resources.

Generally, we look for:

- Sales and business aptitude
- Minimum of five years proven leadership, sales, or sales management experience
- Desire to make a difference in your community

Our owner-operator business model lets you create your own definition of success. Design your Express office around your strengths – what engages, excites, and challenges you.

Typical day of a franchisee:

Express Employment owners work closely with business owners in their community to identify hiring opportunities. By leveraging the extensive training and support provided by Express, our franchise owners and their team support their clients by recruiting talented applicants to fill the open positions. The Express office is typically open from 8 to 5 to mirror the common hours of our clients. Each morning an owner will meet with their staff and strategize their daily sales plan based on their current applicant pool and open job orders with clients. As the owner and face of the business, the franchisee will spend the remainder of the day connecting with business clients in their community to determine hiring opportunities. By connecting with decision makers at local businesses, the owner controls the growth trajectory of their own business without having to worry about the back-office support which is handled by Express International Headquarters. At the end of the day, the owner regroups the team for a quick afternoon recap and ensures they are prepared for the following day.

Awards/ Rankings:

World Class Franchisor for 16 years – FranSurvey (2006-2022)

#1 Staffing Franchise for 11 years– Entrepreneur Magazine Franchise 500 (2011-2022)

Best of the Best – Entrepreneur Magazine Franchise 500 (2014-2022)

Best White-Collar Franchise – Global Franchise Magazine, 2022

Fastest Growing Franchise – Entrepreneur Magazine Franchise 500 (2020-2021)

Top Global Franchise – Entrepreneur Franchise 500 (2021)

America’s Best Large Employers, Forbes (2022)

Top 100 Global Franchises – Franchise Direct (2009-2020)

Staffing Industry Analysts Largest Staffing Firms (2020)

6th Largest Staffing Firm in the U.S.

2nd Largest Industrial Staffing Firm in the U.S.

6th Largest Office/Clerical Staffing Firm in the U.S.

10th Largest Staffing Firm Globally

4-Star Franchise – Franchise Business Review (2020)

2020 Special Hall of Fame Award – Canadian Franchise Association

America’s Best Temp Staffing Firms – Forbes (2020-2021)

America’s Best Professional Recruiting Firms – Forbes (2020-2021)

Best of Staffing Talent Satisfaction Diamond Award (2017-2022)

Best of Staffing Client Award (2010-2015, 2020-2022)

Investment Requirements:

- Initial franchise fee: $40,000 (50% off for Veterans)
- Total investment: $140,000 to $220,000
- Estimated cash injection: $150,000
- Required net worth: $250,000
- Liquid capital: $150,000