Franchise businesses are helping landlords fill small-shop space around the U.S. According to the International Franchise Association, these are the top five retail brands, based on percentage increase in three-year unit growth for 2015–2017.
1. CycleBar
Specialty: Indoor-cycling studio
Began franchising: 2015
Three-year growth rate: 524 percent
Current store count: 174
CycleBar
2. F45 Training
Specialty: Group fitness in a 45 minute, high-intensity, circuit-training workout
Began franchising: 2013
Three-year growth rate: 321 percent
Current store count: About 1,100 globally, including roughly 365 in the U.S. and Canada
F45 Training
3. Burn Boot Camp
Specialty: Offers 45-minute fitness classes
Began franchising: 2015
Three-year growth rate: 219 percent
Current store count: 108
Burn Boot Camp
4. MOD Pizza
Specialty: Made-to-order artisan pizzas and salads
Began franchising: 2013
Three-year growth rate: 145 percent
Current store count: 400 across 28 states and the U.K.
MOD Pizza
5. Experimac
Specialty: Purchase, sale and repair of pre-owned Apple products
Began franchising: 2014
Three-year growth rate: 135 percent
Current store count: 95
Experimac
By Beth Mattson-Teig
Contributor, Commerce + Communities Today
