Key Takeaways

Women now own roughly 30% of U.S. franchises, up from 20.5% in 2013–2014.

Mentorship, core skills and real-world experience are critical for rising in franchising leadership.

Women-owned franchises often excel in creativity, organization, employee satisfaction and work-life balance.

When you’re a customer at a franchise restaurant, coworking space or retail store, you’ll usually find at least one woman working with customers on the front line. Today, it’s increasingly likely that there’s also a woman at the top, either as the owner or in a powerful executive position.

We celebrate women working as owners and leaders in the franchise industry every October 14th on Women in Franchising National Appreciation Day, which I’m proud to say my company founded in 2021.

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