GF Issue 54

Batteries Plus BEST LIFESTYLE The franchise sells batteries, chargers, and lighting for high value products such as cars, boats, and camper vans. It also offers services such as car battery installation, tablet and laptop repair, and key fob replacements. Having operated from more than 30 years, the business has extended its reach to 700+ franchise locations across the US. Big Sky Franchise Team BEST FRANCHISE CONSULTANCY The consultancy helps entrepreneurs create franchise plans, draw up legal documentation, put together marketing materials, and ultimately help brands sell. In its 15 years of operation, it has helped more than 600 franchise businesses. BizCom Associates BEST FRANCHISE PR FIRM & BEST FRANCHISE MARKETING FIRM The agency aims to help franchise businesses increase brand awareness and reach new customers, via PR, marketing, and advertising. It has received testimonials for its impactful campaigns from clients such as Little Caesars, School of Rock, and Edible. Body Fit Training BEST FITNESS The gym’s USP is high-intensity, community-driven fitness, with sessions backed up by science. The 13 training programs on offer use technology and heart rate monitoring to personalize workouts and maximize results. Sessions are 50 minutes and combine cardio, strength, functional training, and core stability. “AFTER REF I N I NG OUR SERV I CES OVER MORE THAN 30 YEARS , TODAY WE ’ RE A GLOBAL LEADER I N OUR F I ELD AND HELP OVER 5000 CL I ENTS I N MORE THAN 50 COUNTR I ES” EXPENSE REDUCT ION ANALYSTS BEST WH I TE COLLAR Procurement and cost management issues can massively hinder businesses from unlocking sustainable and profitable growth. With more than 750 franchisees in over 50+ countries, Expense Reduction Analysts partners with businesses globally to identify cost-savings across various expense categories. Clients are only charged if savings are successfully identified and implemented. Having been in operation since 1993, the franchise regularly leans into the latest technologies to support franchisees in operations and ensure optimum value is delivered to clients. In recent years, the brand has continued to capture the attention of modern c-suites as they look to build agile strategies while facing unforeseen challenges. 9.58% CAGR rate for global franchise market Technavio BrightStar Care BEST NURSING The US-based home care and medical staffing franchise has more than 380 locations, all providing medical and non- medical services to clients. The business was founded by Shelly Sun more than two decades ago, and since then it has continued to expand via franchising. GLOBAL FRANCHI SE AWARDS : THE F INAL I STS 50 GLOBAL FRANCHISE | ISSUE 8.2