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GRN GLOBAL RECRUITERS
Global Recruiters Network (GRN) franchises allow operators to run permanent placement service businesses that match full-time employees with employers using the GLOBAL RECRUITERS NETWORK® service mark. Franchisees utilize proprietary software like CAPSX and GRN Exchange from affiliates, along with recruiting tools and support services. The business model is commission-based on successful placements, targeting companies across industries seeking professional talent.
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Franchise Costs
4%-10% royalty based on net receipts + $3,000/mo GRN Bundle Fee + $100/hr Web Site Changes Fee
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
This franchise did not provide Item 19 financial performance data.
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Extracted Item 19 Section
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How GRN GLOBAL RECRUITERS Compares
Key Insights
- Lower investment than 90% of Business Services franchises
- Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Business Services
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
GRN GLOBAL RECRUITERS Current | $21K – $23K | $20K | 4.0% | 158 |
| Bimbo Foods Bakeries Distribution, LLC | $14K – $607K | N/A | N/A | 6,454 |
| THE UPS STORE (TRADITIONAL) | $216K – $609K | $30K | 5.0% | 4,500 |
| RE/MAX | $37K – $337K | $35K | 1.0% | 2,994 |
| JACKSON HEWITT TAX SERVICE | $71K – $105K | $25K | 15.0% | 2,744 |
| CRUISE PLANNERS | $2K – $21K | $11K | 3.0% | 2,655 |
Business Services Average 197 franchises | $121K – $289K | $46K | 10.2% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 197 Business Services franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2025)
Outlets by state across the United States
+20 more states
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SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for GRN GLOBAL RECRUITERS franchisees (2010 – 2022)
Loans by Year
SBA 7(a) loan activity over time
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
2 SBA loans on record
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Franchisee Contacts
142 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.
142 Contacts Available
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
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Frequently Asked Questions
The total initial investment to open a GRN GLOBAL RECRUITERS franchise ranges from $21,400 to $23,400. This includes a franchise fee of $20,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 4.0% of gross sales.
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