As a doorway for many people looking to be their own boss, we know that franchise ownership changes lives. In our annual FRAN-TASTIC BRANDS 2026, we recognize brands going above and beyond the norm and helping people fulfill their dreams of business ownership through franchising!
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Alesia Visconti, CEO and President of FranServe Inc. says:
“Franchising helps people change their lives, and we see that every day! So many people don’t know that franchising is made up of small business owners — the business model truly celebrates entrepreneurs and business growth. Brands that make the 2026 “FranServe Fran-tastic Brands” list value people taking control of their future through business ownership. We are recognizing these fran-tastic brands for going the extra mile in supporting their franchisees and for adhering to responsible franchising!”
Please note brands are listed in alphabetical order. Brands were nominated and selected based on the following criteria:
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Sports/Fitness
N Zone Sports of America has experienced dynamic growth, adding almost 26 new owners in 2025 and 4 new owners in the first 20 days of 2026! They have 3 different profit centers with their preschool program (similar to Soccer Shots/Soccer Stars/Soccer Gems) as well as Youth Sports Leagues and Adult Sports leagues. They also have after school programs for public schools in select areas as well as Charter Schools and more. Franchise owners determine which programs they wish to offer. Their investment is $75K all in, new owners don’t have to quit their job to do it. Profit margins are unusually high at 30-70% and this is a home-based opportunity so overhead is extremely low!
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Vending
Naturals2Go empowers entrepreneurs through a simple effective business model backed by exceptional support. Their team approach provides guidance from launch to growth, with hands-on training, mentoring, tools to efficiently run their business plus advanced vending solutions. By prioritizing relationships, innovation, and personalized help, Naturals2Go has helped over 2,200 individuals succeed. More than a brand, they are a community dedicated to fostering success and leading the industry.
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Senior Services
Next Day Access is a leading provider of accessibility and mobility solutions for homes and commercial businesses. With franchise locations across the United States and Canada, the brand helps aging adults and people with mobility challenges live safely and independently. Its mission is to improve people’s lives by providing accessibility and mobility solutions, including wheelchair ramps, stair lifts, platform lifts, and bathroom safety solutions.
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Business Services
NTV 360 is dedicated to helping local businesses flourish within their communities. As a leader in indoor digital advertising, NTV 360 has successfully connected local businesses with their target audiences through high-traffic digital billboards in popular venues. This cutting-edge approach enables franchisees to build successful ventures while making a meaningful impact—enhancing brand awareness, attracting customers, and driving business growth within their local markets.
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