Express Employment Professionals

For 15 consecutive years, Express has been ranked the #1 Staffing Franchise in a $639 billion global industry. With a low initial investment of $131,000, our Item 19 demonstrates an exceptionally strong ROI. Additionally, we boast excellent validation. With an average tenure of ownership of more than 10 years, we’ve maintained a 98% 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 850 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.

WHY Express Employment Professionals?

$5M+ Average Unit Volume: High-revenue model supported by repeat business and diversified revenue streams.
Low Initial Investment: No inventory. No expensive buildout. No complicated operations.
Built for Growth: Recurring revenue streams and a team-driven model designed to scale over time.
40+ Years of Proven Success: Support and structure – you’re executing a business model that works.
Franchisee Satisfaction: Average franchisee tenure is 10 years, with a 98% satisfaction rating.

OUR IDEAL FRANCHISEE

Full-time, active owner-operator
Communication and leadership skills
Relationship builder
Knowledge and experience with business operations
Sales-minded. Prior staffing experience is not required

AVAILABLE MARKETS
US markets available: All except noted below

HOT Regions/Desirable: All

NOT available: None

Available in Canada: Yes

International Referrals: Yes

BACKGROUND

Year founded: 1983

Year Franchised: 1985

William H. Stoller and Robert A. Funk founded Express Employment International in 1983 and began franchising two years later. Since our beginning, Express has been guided by a simple vision: help as many people as possible find good jobs by helping as many clients as possible find good people.
Number of franchises currently operating: 865

Projected New Units (12 Months): 45

Number of corporate owned franchises: 12

Home Based: No

Absentee ownership available: No

Semi-Absentee ownership available: No

Accepting Master Franchisor and Area Developer Referrals: No

Average number of employees required: 2

E2 Visa Friendly: No

FINANCIAL DETAILS

Franchise Fee: Single: $40,000

Providing earnings guidance in Item 19 in FDD: Yes

Total investment range: Single Unit: $131,000 - $287,700 (Includes franchise Fee)

Net worth requirement: $250,000

Royalty: 8%

Additional fees: None

Financial assistance available: Yes

VetFran program: Yes

Veterans Discount: $20,000 off franchise fee

SUPPORT & TRAINING PROVIDED:
Training and support program details:

New franchisees will receive a total of four weeks of training, including on-the-job-training in their office.

After your initial training is complete, you’ll be enrolled in Success Track - a program designed to challenge, support, recognize and reward Franchisees for building a healthy foundation and reaching major milestones throughout their first two years.
In addition to initial and ongoing training, our Express International team provides support to owners and their internal teams across a range of business needs including:
Day-to-Day Operational Support, guided by regionally-based business coaches.

Payroll processing and back-office administrative tasks managed by Express International.

A proprietary sales and operating system to match your clients with the right candidate, and track business trends and key performance indicators.

Comprehensive marketing support to promote your business as a total workforce solution and set yourself apart from the competition.

Cost for Training: No cost for training; covered in the franchise fee.

Lodging and airfare included: No

Site Selection Assistance: Yes

Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Mentor following training:

Length of mentoring Franchisee:

Register your candidates at: franchising@expresspros.com

Consultant Website for available territories, resales and more: https://expressfranchising.com/consultant#broker-incentive

Last updated: 8/20/2026

Liaison: Lori Conte, CFPC