Global Franchise 9.3

Lathrop GPM BEST FRANCHISE LAW FIRM Through its membership in Multilaw, Lathrop collaborates with global legal partners in 90 law firms in 100 countries. Offering services across franchise compliance, M&A, intellectual property, and litigation, the firm provides comprehensive support for franchisors – in the past five years it has represented 500+ franchise brands and assisted expansion into 140+ countries. Anago BEST BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FRANCHISE Anago, operating 1,800 units across the U.S. and Canada, stands out in the commercial cleaning sector for its CleanCom® app, enabling real-time client-cleaner communication and a built-in translation feature for clear communication regardless of language barriers. Huntington Learning Center BEST CHILDREN’S SERVICES & EDUCATION FRANCHISE Huntington Learning Center franchises approximately 300 locations across the U.S. with plans to go global. Specializing in personalized, data-driven instruction, the brand has a legacy of nearly five decades in delivering educational excellence, quality and consistency. 28 MARKETS INCLUDING THE U.S.A. , THE U.K. , FRANCE, BELGIUM, SPAIN, KOREA, JAPAN, MOROCCO, MEXICO AND SAUDI ARABIA Gong cha is redefining how tea is meant to be. From a single bubble tea shop in Taiwan, Gong cha has expanded to over 2,100 stores across 28 markets, building the world’s fastest-growing bubble tea franchise by blending tradition with innovation. It’s a business with global scale, significant operational expertise, and a successful new product development track record. In 2025, Gong cha is targeting new stores in the Middle East and Europe while looking for ambitious franchisees keen to scale the brand across Asia and Latin America. Gong cha Global “This is how tea is meant to be: delicious, whole-leaf tea that delights customers, unlocks growth for franchisees, and differentiates us from the industry.” - Paul Reynish, Global CEOof Gong cha B E S T F O O D & D R I N K F R A N C H I S E Logiscool, established in 2014 in Budapest, Hungary, has become a global leader in children’s and teens’ digital education franchises. The franchise empowers young learners with essential digital skills through an innovative curriculum that nurtures creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration. At the heart of Logiscool’s approach is its proprietary platform, Scoolcode, which bridges the gap between visual and text-based coding, making technology education accessible and engaging for children. The brand’s mission is to equip every child with digital literacy, preparing them for a future shaped by technology. Logiscool offers an appealing investment opportunity, providing franchisees with comprehensive support, training, marketing resources, and operational guidance. With its proven business model and expanding global footprint, Logiscool presents an exciting opportunity for investors looking to enter the thriving digital education market and shape the future of learning. As a global franchisor present in over 30 countries, we appreciate the extensive effort it takes to scale internationally. We appreciate, and respect, how Global Franchise amplifies the message of master franchising, and in return, we are very pleased to sponsor the 2025 awards event. Scott McDaniel, Director, Operations &Development - Americas P R O U D P A R T N E R 26 GLOBAL FRANCHISE Issue 9.3 GLOBAL FRANCHISE AWARDS SHORTL IST