Save 50% on your franchise fee

There’s never been a better time to explore an Express Employment Professionals franchise opportunity. Markets selling fast — act now!

$5.3M
average
annual sales1
$665B
Staffing
industry2
850+
Locations

1 For territories open more than 24 months, average sales in 2024 were $5,380,571 according to the Item 19 in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)
2 Per SIA: The global staffing market is forecast to grow by 5% in 2025, reaching $665 billion in size

ELIGIBLE MARKETS FOR 50% FRANCHISE FEE SAVINGS

For a limited time, we’re offering a 50% discount on the franchise fee in these in-demand markets, reducing the upfront costs and giving new owners more working capital to launch and grow their business. Don’t see your area listed? Contact us to learn about additional opportunities near you.

  • Tucson, AZ (North)
  • Morgan Hill, CA
  • Palm Springs, CA
  • North Haven, CT
  • Columbus-Albany, GA
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • Portland, ME
  • College Park, MD
  • St Cloud, MN
  • Albuquerque, NM (East)
  • Hempstead, NY
  • Raleigh, NC (South)
  • Milton, ON
  • Newmarket, ON
  • Ottawa, ON (West)
  • Erie, PA
  • Pittsburgh, PA (South)
  • Laredo, TX
  • Twin Falls, ID
  • Virginia Beach, VA

The Demand For Staffing Around the Country is Growing.

If you’re a natural leader, driven and community-minded, let’s talk. You may be a natural fit for an Express office that offers full-time, part-time and temporary placements for job seekers in your community. Plus, there’s no shortage of demand as the staffing industry has continued to grow regardless of market and socio-economic conditions—so you can continue to grow as the industry expands.
16 MILLON
people per year are employed through the staffing industry.
US Bureau of Labor Statistics
WHY EXPRESS
Save 50%
on your franchise fee

SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY–AND GET SUPPORT IN RETURN.

When you invest in an Express Franchise, you fill an important need—helping local businesses find qualified employees, and your neighbors find meaningful work. 95% of our Franchise Owners had no background in staffing before joining Express. No matter your experience level, you’ll be backed by exceptional corporate support and a proven business model with a history of success—which adds up to your success.

RECESSION RESILIENT

The staffing industry stays strong despite market changes. Startup costs are low, and there’s no inventory.

COMMUNITY IMPACT

The average office places 600 job seekers a year and supports outreach programs in their community.

FAMILY FRIENDLY

Express believes in helping you succeed with 8 a.m.-5 p.m. office hours that provide optimal work-life balance.
Nicole & Zak Kraehmer
"It's a great opportunity to have a fantastic lifestyle for you and your family, financially and from a business standpoint."
Nicole and Zak Kraehmer,
Franchise Owners
EXPRESS ADVANTAGE

COUNT ON US FOR IN-DEPTH TRAINING AND CONTINUOUS SUPPORT TO EMPOWER YOU AND GROW YOUR BUSINESS.

People sitting in their workspace working

Day-to-day assistance for your office

Group 9

Back-office support

Invoices and other client paperwork handled for you

Group 21

Payroll funding

Never worry about covering paychecks

Group 54

24/7 Help Desk

On-the-job assistance from our Oklahoma City headquarters

Ongoing training for you and your team

Group 37

Monthly regional meetings

In-person and virtual conversations with other owners

Group 21

Annual conferences

Opportunities for continuing education for you and your staff

Group 21

Express Leadership Academy

Ongoing training resources

A man pointing to a screen with the Express logo during a meeting
Group of people at a table during a meeting

Continual support for building your business

Group 14

Digital and social media marketing

Access to targeted tactics and quarterly sales guides

Group 25

Franchise network support

Help with everyday issues from other Franchise Owners

Group 28 Copy

New owner sales coaching program

Keep your business growing

What does it take to own an Express franchise?

You don’t need any staffing experience to become an Express Franchise Owner. Our initial investment range is $131,000 to $241,700.

You should be:

  • Sales/client service focused
  • Community minded
  • A natural leader
  • High energy/extroverted
  • Willing to be hands-on in the business daily
  • Driven

Financial Requirements:

  • Net worth of $250K+
  • Access to liquid capital
of at least $200K (cash, 401k rollover, business or home equity loan)

WORK WITH THE TOP-RANKED recruitment and staffing FRANCHISE.

Entrepreneur Franchise 500 2023 Ranked #1 in Category 12 years in a row
Ranked #1 by Entrepreneur Magazine – 12 Years in a Row
franchise research institute world-class franchise 2006-2022
Franchise Research Institute World-Class Franchise 2006-2022
global franchise award 2022
Global Franchise Awards – Best White Collar Franchise

Own the top-ranked employment franchise

Frequently named a best franchise opportunity by those in the industry

Entrepreneur Franchise 500 2025 Ranked #1 in Category 14 years in a row

Ranked #1 by Entrepreneur Magazine – 14 Years in a Row

2025 Top 100 Global Franchise Award – Ranked #10

Franchise Direct Top 100 Global Franchises

Ranked a World-Class Franchise – 15+ Years

Ranked a Most Profitable Franchise by Franchise Business Review in 2023

Get $20K back

with Fast Track

As a new Express staffing Franchise Owner, you can earn back up to 100% of your franchise fee* by successfully completing our Fast Track program. Get $20K back when you earn the Fast Track award by billing 16 clients in one week OR $65K gross margin during your first 26 weeks of business. Do both and you’ll hit Double Fast Track and can earn back the entire $40K franchise fee.

Veterans
save 50%

Express offers veterans a 50% discount* on their franchise fee — a savings of $20K.
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