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<p>When people hear the word “franchise,” they typically think of iconic fast-food restaurants or sports teams. There are, however,&nbsp; other industries that house franchised brands that aren’t quite as recognizable.</p><p>Below are five different brands that many people may not immediately associate as franchises.&nbsp;</p><h4><a href="https://www.bp.com/en_za/south-africa/home/who-we-are/bp-in-south-africa/franchise-business-opportunities.html?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=5-franchises-you-didnt-know-were-franchises-2715702" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><u>BP</u></a></h4><p>Petroleum is a globally sought-after good, but many people aren’t aware the industry is largely franchised. Widely known around the world, BP is one of the top petrol and diesel retailing franchises with over 7,000 locations in the U.S. alone.</p><h4><a href="https://www.valpak.com/franchise-opportunities?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=5-franchises-you-didnt-know-were-franchises-2715702" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><u>Valpak</u></a></h4><p>Valpak has supported local businesses with marketing initiatives for more than 50 years and is known by millions for its distinctive blue envelope full of local offers and opportunities. Valpak has 140 locations nationwide.</p><h4><a href="https://www.midasfranchise.com/join?gclid=CjwKCAjw9r-DBhBxEiwA9qYUpXnq7XMHmDE3zJxaBhiSml7kc2nKmTnDAfQghrEB7mF1FoOiWMxAHRoCgnQQAvD_BwE&utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=5-franchises-you-didnt-know-were-franchises-2715702" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><u>Midas</u></a></h4><p>The car repair business has more than 60 years of experience and 1,200 locations worldwide. Midas’ success is due in part to its focus on complete auto care for vehicles.</p><h4><a href="https://expressfranchising.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=5-franchises-you-didnt-know-were-franchises-2715702" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><u>Express Employment</u></a></h4><p>Employment agencies are not typically associated with franchising, but Express Employment is one of the largest firms in the world with 830 franchise locations. The company has a long-term goal to employ one million people annually.</p><h4><a href="https://www.dreamvacationsfranchise.com/?utm_source=google&amp%3Butm_medium=cpc&amp%3Butm_campaign=dvf_branded&amp%3Butm_term=dream+vacations+franchise&amp%3Bgclid=CjwKCAjw9r-DBhBxEiwA9qYUpdAtsKy4NUjEJRqcZ9H-dfnY9u-BmqDM13rRCHWfjh5zCtBe_ioLahoC_fIQAvD_BwE&utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=5-franchises-you-didnt-know-were-franchises-2715702" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><u>Dream Vacations</u></a></h4><p>Dream Vacations is a team of people that helps customers plan hassle-free vacations including relaxing escapes, romantic honeymoons or family reunions. Franchisees are able to work from anywhere in the world with an internet connection and are encouraged to travel as much as possible to keep their travel knowledge up to date. The brand has 30 years of experience and 985 franchises worldwide.</p>

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