Global Franchise 9.1

POWER BRANDS BEST EMERGING FRANCHISE Venture X, Winner JASON ANDERSON President of Vast Coworking Group When we launchedVenture X in 2016, we bucked convention inmany ways – fromour model to our growth strategy. Shared workspace concepts then cateredmainly to freelancers, solo entrepreneurs and small businesses with large common areas focused on collaboration and networking, the antithesis of the traditional office. WithVenture X and the other brands in our Vast network, we’ve drawn inspiration fromglobally successful hotel chains like Marriott and Hilton in the way we cater for business professionals.WithVenture X, we scaled coworking space to only 10-15%of our floorplan with a greater focus on private offices, elevating the best features of traditional workspaces with an impeccable level of design, hospitality-infused amenities and concierge-level member experiences. This approach has benefited us post-pandemic, where shared workspaces are now utilized by businesses of all types, including large enterprises that traditionally held long-term commercial leases. Within our three brands – Venture X, Office Evolution, and Intelligent Office – we have developed a hub-and-spoke development model that allows franchise owners to diversify their portfolios while gainingmoremarket share.We see this as an ongoing strategy to fuel our expansion. For example, Venture X, which caters more to a member base in densely populated urbanmetros, acts as the hub, whereas Office Evolution, with its suburbanmember base, acts as a spoke. So, franchise owners can open a Venture X in a city and Office Evolutions in surrounding areas. For more information, please visit venturexfranchise.com “Vast is pioneering a paradigm shift in the industry to revolutionize the coworking experience by creating an interconnected ecosystem of coworking brands, services, and amenities – just as Marriott Bonvoy has within the hotel industry. Venture X is a key player in this shift, serving a high-demand demographic within the marketplace. OurVast network will continue to grow its global footprint this year with the acquisition of our fourth brand and first co-warehousing concept and 200+ new locations in the pipeline” JASON ANDERSON, PRESIDENT AND CSO EVERLINE COATINGS AND SERVICES Best Property Maintenance Franchise, Highly Commended The professional line striping and pavement maintenance company does vital work for commercial property owners and managers in Canada and the USA, emerging as the industry leading brand for all parking lot and pavement maintenance services. Franchisees offer services such as line painting, pavement maintenance, preventative pavement options, traffic control and more, providing a one-stop shop for the real estate industry. FASTSIGNS INTERNATIONAL INC Best Signage and Communications Franchise, Highly Commended With its powerful franchise model, award-winning support and well-trained franchisees, the global signs and graphics company uses its world-class services to help clients increase brand awareness and attract new customers. This includes everything from producing business signs, outdoor banners, and vehicle wraps, to creating wall murals, stickers and trade show displays. EXPENSE REDUCTION ANALYSTS Best White Collar Franchise, Winner With more than 750 franchisees in over 50 countries, ERA partners with businesses globally to identify cost-savings across various expense categories. Established since 1993, the brand leans into the latest technologies to support franchisees in operations and ensure optimum value is delivered to clients, capturing the attention of modern c-suites as they look to build agile strategies while facing unforeseen challenges. INXPRESS Best White Collar Franchise, Highly Commended InXpress has been guiding businesses through shipping and logistics for more than two decades, providing the knowledge and means to ship economically and efficiently. Customers can access the franchise’s platform to compare rates from different couriers and manage shipments, while also using services like e-commerce integration, warehousing, and international shipping, partnering with brands including DHL, UPS, Fedex and TNT. BRIGHTSTAR CARE Best Nursing and Care Franchise, Winner The U.S.-based home care and medical staffing franchise has more than 380 locations, all providing medical and non- medical services to clients. Founded 20 years ago, the business has expanded through franchising, offering a scalable model, full support and strong brand awareness. Unlike its competitors, Brightstar Care uses a Registered Nurse to manage every case. FRANCHISE READY Best Franchise Consultancy, Winner A B2B service franchise partnering with businesses that are looking to franchise their brands globally, as well as with those who are looking to invest. Franchise Ready has more than 200 partners in Australia, New Zealand, MENA, UK and India and those that have worked with the business for more than 12 years have seen a 200% year-on-year increase in annual sales and unit growth. GLOBAL-FRANCHISE.COM 29 AWARDS 2024