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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, Office Services, and Professional. The average Express franchise open more than 24 months generates annual sales exceeding $5.9 million.*

* For territories open more than 24 months, average sales in 2023 were $5,979,665. First-year offices averaged $1,346,028 according to Item 19 in the Franchise Disclosure Document. Subject to change with annual reporting.

Brand Superpowers

Item 19 demonstrates an exceptionally strong ROI

Offices open more than 24 months average over $5.9 million

Franchise Research Institute World-Class Franchise

Franchise 500 Top Global Franchise

Franchise 500 Ranked #1 in category

*THE NUMBERS

$132,000 - $213,000 Investment Range
5,979,665 Average Annual Sales (franchise units open more than 24 months)
N/A N/A
8.8% Royalty
Brand Fund
$250,000 Financial Requirements
FounderBill Stoller
Home Office LocationOklahoma City, OK
Company Founded1983
Began Franchising1985
IndustryStaffing
Industry Size$1.75 Trillion
Veteran Discount$20,000 off franchise fee
Group Health InsuranceYes

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

DO THEY OFFER FINANCING TO HELP BUY THE FRANCHISE?

Yes

WHAT KIND OF TECHNOLOGY DO THEY HAVE IN PLACE?

Job Management, CRM and Billing

CAN OWNERS WORK THE BUSINESS SEMI-ABSENTEE?

No

DO THEY OFFER A DISCOUNT TO VETERANS?

$20,000 off franchise fee

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*REFER TO MOST RECENT FRANCHISE DISCLOSURE DOCUMENT ITEM 19. THIS INFORMATION MAY HAVE CHANGED SINCE FIRST PUBLISHED. WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU ALWAYS VERIFY FEES, INVESTMENT AMOUNTS, AND OFFERS FOR THE FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITY DIRECTLY WITH THE FRANCHISOR PRIOR TO DECIDING TO INVEST.