Honoring Local Franchise Owners Nationwide Tony Zacarrio

From the restaurant where you grab lunch to the neighborhood gym, childcare center, home repair company or auto shop, many of the familiar businesses Americans rely on every day are franchises. But what consumers may not realize is that behind the nationally recognized name is often a local entrepreneur who owns the business, employs local workers and invests in the community. This week, 89 of the nation’s top franchise owners are gathered in Washington, D.C., to be honored as 2026 Franchisees of the Year, offering a unique opportunity to hear directly from award-winning local business owners about what it takes to...