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One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning ranks No. 286 in Entrepreneur's Franchise 500 for 2026.

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing has been named to Entrepreneur’s 2026 Franchise 500, ranking No. 194 overall, up significantly from No. 288 in 2025.

Mister Sparky Electric has been named to Entrepreneur’s 2026 Franchise 500, ranking No. 235, up 50 positions from its No. 285 ranking in 2025.

Artificial intelligence is changing various industries, with the skilled trades being less exposed to automation.

Ryan Bowes will oversee franchise development and procurement for the 15-brand platform, which includes home service concepts like Benjamin Franklin Plumbing and Mister Sparky.

Authority Brands named Steve Celmente as the new president and chief operating officer of its trades brands, including Benjamin Franklin Plumbing and Mister Sparky Electric.

Primrose Schools accelerates expansion with 21 new locations and 64 new franchise agreements in 2024.

Primrose Schools is recognized by FRANData for its commitment to supporting franchise owners' access to financing, winning the 2023 FUND™ Top$core Award.

Primrose Schools has seen significant growth and achievements during the first half of the year, with 16 new franchise agreements signed in 2021.

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Primrose Schools expanded its footprint into Nevada, opening its first school in Reno and planning to open additional locations in Las Vegas.