Franchise Group

Sylvan Learning is a leading provider of personalized tutoring services for students in grades K-12, with over 750 locations across North America and more than 35 years of experience. The company operates both franchised and corporate learning centers, offering a comprehensive range of academic curricula that cater to diverse student needs. Sylvan Learning employs a proven tutoring approach that combines skilled educators with innovative technology, such as SylvanSync™ on iPads, to create engaging learning experiences. Additionally, Sylvan offers specialized programs, including Sylvan EDGE for STEM and advanced courses, as well as Sylvan Prep for college and test preparation. By providing tailored support in various formats—on-premises, online, one-on-one, and in group settings—Sylvan Learning aims to inspire students to achieve academic success and develop essential life skills.

Pet Supplies Plus is a privately held retailer and franchisor specializing in a diverse range of pet supplies and services across the United States. The company offers an extensive selection of pet food, clothing, and accessories for various animals, including dogs, cats, birds, fish, reptiles, and small pets. In addition to its retail offerings, Pet Supplies Plus also provides grooming services and features self-serve dog washes in some locations. With a commitment to animal expertise, the company aims to meet the needs of pet owners by delivering quality products and services in a convenient and customer-friendly environment.

American Freight, established in 1993, is a discount retailer headquartered in Delaware, Ohio. The company operates over 300 stores across the United States and Puerto Rico, selling a wide range of furniture, mattresses, and appliances. American Freight offers customers high-quality products at consistently low prices, including home furniture, mattresses, appliances, and a full suite of services such as home delivery and installation. The company operates both brick-and-mortar stores and an online platform, providing customers with convenient shopping options. As of February 2020, American Freight operates as a subsidiary of Franchise Group, Inc.

Sears Outlet, now rebranded as American Freight, operates as a discount retailer specializing in furniture, mattresses, and appliances. The company, based in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, has consolidated its offerings with existing American Freight locations, resulting in over 300 stores across the United States and Puerto Rico. American Freight provides a diverse range of products, including home furniture, various types of appliances such as refrigerators, washers, dryers, and cooking equipment, as well as mattresses and beds. In addition to product sales, the company offers complementary services such as home delivery, installation, and product protection agreements, enhancing the shopping experience for its customers.

The Vitamin Shoppe, Inc. is a specialty retailer and contract manufacturer of nutritional products, operating primarily in the United States and expanding internationally. Founded in 1977 and headquartered in Secaucus, New Jersey, the company operates through two main segments: Retail and Manufacturing. It offers a wide range of products, including vitamins, minerals, herbs, specialty supplements, and sports nutrition items, featuring both its own brands, such as The Vitamin Shoppe and BodyTech, and numerous national brands. The company operates approximately 750 retail stores under the Vitamin Shoppe and Super Supplements banners and also provides online sales through its website. In addition to retail, Vitamin Shoppe offers custom manufacturing and private labeling services for nutritional products, ensuring a comprehensive approach to health and wellness solutions.

Bipsync Limited specializes in developing research management software tailored for financial organizations and professional investors. Founded in 2012 and based in New York, the company offers a platform designed to automate and simplify research processes, enabling compliant record-keeping and efficient data management. Bipsync's solution integrates powerful process management and data capabilities, enhancing analyst productivity and improving research outcomes. Its clientele ranges from small startup hedge funds to large international multi-strategy funds, facilitating a single system of record that supports diverse investment strategies and operational excellence. Additionally, the company provides deployment and support services to ensure effective implementation of its software.