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Dan Rowe
CEO · Fransmart · Franchise Development Authority
The median U.S. franchise system operates just 38 locations — meaning the vast majority of active franchisors are emerging or growth-stage operators who need exactly the services SWF provides.
FRANdata Research
Longitudinal Analysis of U.S. Franchise Market · 2025
Private equity acquired 18% of franchise systems in 2024 alone. The M&A market for franchise brands is the most active it has been in a decade.
SWF Strategic Market Report
Internal · Citing IFA / FRANdata · March 2026
The complete franchise operating system—from launch to liquidity.
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