Tech

Entrepreneur, Jan, 2004

Friendly Computers

Rated #1 in the 2003 Franchise 500 (Misc. Tech Businesses). Computer experience is not required. Low start-up with high returns. World class training with unparalleled support, low overhead and a strong group of successful franchisee's with a proven system. Become part of a $30 billion industry and the Friendly Family, We have the formula! www.friendlycomputers.com or Call Today:

(866) 268-6778

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Geeks On Call

The computer services market is HOT! Single and multi-territory opportunities are available in this $300 billion market. Services include repairs, networks, and one-on-one training. Doing it as a low-overhead mobile business is "Better ... Smarter ... Faster." Central dispatching, dynamic advertising and a comprehensive franchise support system makes Geeks On Call your logical choice. (888) 667-4577 extension 307 or visit:

www.geeksoncall.com

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Expetec

Expetec franchisees provide mobile, on-site, high-level technology services to business and consumer customers. You will have the latest testing and diagnostic equipment available, along with extensive, hands-on training. Expetec also offers qualified prospects in-house financing, allowing you to open your business with ease. For more information, email Laverne Kraft: lavernek@expetec.biz or call (888) 297-2292, ext. 3015

www.ezpetec.com

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Concerto Networks. Inc.

Concerto Networks is delivering nation-wide mobile Information Technology (IT) computer and network services. Concerto franchises offer an extended portfolio of technology and communication solutions and Consistent Quality Service[TM]. Concerto Networks offers low start up costs, low overhead, high tech operations, dispatching, marketing and exceptional corporate training and support. Area Developers also wanted. (866) ITCONCERTO.

www.concertonetworks.com

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ACE America's Cash Express ACE is a 37-year-old publicly traded company (NASDAQ: AACE) operating and franchising over 1,100 locations across 36 states. ACE offers customers a number of financial services including check cashing, short-term loans, money orders, wire transfers, bill payments, pre-paid telecommunications and other related services. Net Worth $250K . Website: www.acecashexpress.com

(800) 713-3338

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25TH ANNUAL FRANCHISE 500 [R]

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TOP 100 FRANCHISES

1. Subway * Submarine Sandwiches * 1

2. Curves * Fitness Businesses * 2

3. The Quizno's Franchise Co. * Submarine Sandwiches * 7

4. 7-Eleven Inc. * Convenience Stores * 3

5. Jackson Hewitt Tax Service * Tax Services * 9

6. The UPS Store * Postal & Business Services * 15

7. McDonald's * Hamburgers * 4

8. Jani-King * Commercial Cleaning * 5

9. Dunkin' Donuts * Donuts * 24

10. Baskin-Robbins USA Co. Ice Cream & Ices * 14

11. Jiffy Lube Int'l. Inc. * Oil Change Services * 18

12. InterContinental Hotels Group * Hotels & Motels * 17

13. Sonic Drive In Restaurants * Hamburgers * l0

14. Domino's Pizza LLC * Pizza * NR

15. Super 8 Motels Inc. * Hotels & Motels * 8

16. Kumon Math & Reading Centers * Tutoring * 22

17. Chem-Dry * Carpet, Upholstery & Drapery Services * 26

18. ServiceMaster Clean * Commercial Cleaning * 3*

19. RE/MAX Int'l Inc. * Real Estate * 23

20. Snap-on Tools * Hardware * 13

21. Burger King Corp. * Hamburgers * 25

22. Jan-Pro Franchising Int'l. Inc. * Commercial Cleaning * 64

23. Merle Norman Cosmetics * Cosmetics * 31

24. Papa John's Int'l. Inc.* Pizza * NR

25. Jazzercise Inc. * Fitness Businesses * 27

26. RadioShack * Wireless Stores * 19

27. Days Inns Worldwide Inc. * Hotels & Motels * 20

25. Liberty Tax Service * Tax Services * 61

29. Midas Auto Service Experts * Miscellaneous Auto Repair

& Maintenance Services * 39

30. Dairy Queen * Ice Cream & Ices * 32

31. Supercuts * Hair Care * 36

32. Matco Tools * Hardware * 35

33. Servpro * Restoration Services * 33

34. CleanNet USA Inc. * Commercial Cleaning * 21

35. Coverall Cleaning Concepts - Commercial Cleaning * 53

36. Great Clips Inc. * Hair Care * 41

37. Medicine Shoppe Int'l. Inc.* Pharmacies * 112

38. Fantastic Sams * Hair Care * NR

39. Hampton Inn/Hampton Inn & Suites - Hotels & Motels * 40

40. Choice Hotels Int'l. * Hotels & Motels * 42

41. Orion Food Systems LLC * Miscellaneous Quick Service * 45

42. Taco Bell Corp. * Mexican Fast Food * 6

43. Management Recruiters/Sales Consultants/MRI Worldwide. Executive Search Services * 38

44. Miracle Ear Inc. *Miscellaneous Health Businesses * 50

45. Century 21 Real Estate Corp. * Real Estate - 12

46. Sylvan Learning Centers - Tutoring * 52

47. Pearle Vision Inc. * Optical Stores * 49

48. Panera Bread/Saint Louis Bread Co. * Miscellaneous Bakery Products * 66

49. Meineke Car Care Centers * Miscellaneous Auto Repair Maintenance Services * 68

50. Papa Murphy's * Pizza * 98

51. Hardee's * Hamburgers * 28

52. Denny's Inc. * Family Restaurants * 46

53. Heaven's Best Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning - Carpet, Upholstery & Drapery Services * 145