United Franchise Group announced that five of its affiliated brands have been recognized in Entrepreneur Magazine's 2026 Franchise 500 ranking, a comprehensive annual list that evaluates franchise opportunities based on performance metrics. The recognition matters because the Franchise 500 serves as a critical resource for potential franchisees seeking reliable business ownership pathways, with placement indicating strong performance in unit growth, financial stability, and franchisee support systems.
Transworld Business Advisors ranked #44 on the list, followed by Signarama at #158, Office Evolution at #393, Fully Promoted at #404, and Exit Factor at #440. Four of the brands improved their positions from the previous year, with Transworld Business Advisors moving up from 51, Signarama from 174, Office Evolution from 439, and Fully Promoted from 423. This year marks Exit Factor's first appearance on the prestigious list.
Ray Titus, Chairman and CEO of United Franchise Group, expressed pride in the achievement, noting that each brand's growth resulted from dedicated corporate teams and franchisees nationwide. The ranking evaluates franchises using over 150 data points across categories including costs and fees, size and growth, franchisee support, brand strength, and financial stability. According to Jason Feifer, Entrepreneur magazine's editor in chief, the Franchise 500 represents the gold standard for identifying franchise excellence, with this year's ranking demonstrating how top brands thrive in changing market conditions.
The complete ranking is available at https://www.entrepreneur.com/franchise500, while additional information about United Franchise Group can be found at https://www.UnitedFranchiseGroup.com. The recognition underscores the ongoing importance of validated franchise systems in providing entrepreneurs with structured business opportunities, particularly as economic conditions evolve. For nearly five decades, the Franchise 500 has helped prospective business owners identify established brands with proven support structures, making this year's inclusion significant for both the recognized companies and potential investors.
