Picture yourself as a leader
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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 $132,000 to $213,000.
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)
Your journey to Franchise Ownership
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Virtual Learning Brochure
Get information on investment cost, available markets and financial performance.
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Introductory Call
Talk about your background and qualifications with a Franchise Development Director.
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Franchise Disclosure Document Review
Access our official Franchise Disclosure Document and get financial and performance information.
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Validation with Express Franchise Owners
Gain valuable business insight by talking with existing Franchise Owners about their day-to-day experience.
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Attend Discovery Day
Meet with the Express leadership team at our International Headquarters in Oklahoma City to confirm that this is the right opportunity for you.
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Sign Franchise Agreement
Finalize your partnership and become an official member of the Express Family.
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Hear from current Franchise Owners
Learn how Express ownership is helping them build a strong financial future