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When you're ready to start your franchising journey with Spherion, text, call, or email Dan to ask how you can become part of our franchise community.

Dan Brunell

Dan Brunell

Senior Vice President of Franchise Development

Dan boasts 30+ years of experience helping prospective franchisees succeed. His background includes founding a top franchise brokerage as well as current and past senior executive roles in the staffing industry.

Frequently Asked Questions

About opening a Spherion staffing franchise

What makes Spherion the best staffing agency franchise opportunity?

Spherion is a leader in staffing franchises because it combines the feel of a small, local business with the global resources of Randstad, the world’s largest staffing company. Our franchisees get personal attention and freedom to run their local businesses while using the best technology and tools in the industry. Our network of more than 75 franchisees is a diverse, supportive community that collaborates instead of competing with each other. Spherion has 80 years of experience in staffing and almost 70 years of expertise in franchising. We're a premier, a stable brand you can trust. 

How much does it cost to open a staffing franchise with Spherion?

To open a Spherion franchise, the total investment usually falls between $211,725 and $423,925. This includes a standard franchise fee of $30,000 to $60,000 depending on the size of your desired market. You generally need at least $300,000 in liquid cash and total net worth to qualify. These costs cover everything from your office setup to the initial training needed to launch.

What are the benefits of starting a staffing franchise with Spherion?

One of the biggest perks is that Spherion handles the difficult "back-office" work like payroll, billing, and tax filings for your temporary workers. This lets you focus entirely on finding great talent and growing your local business. You also get over 380 hours of expert training and help from a national marketing team to find customers. Plus, you can potentially start making money right away by working with Spherion’s existing national business partners.

How do I look for current staffing agency franchise opportunities with Spherion?

You can find available territories by visiting our Available Markets page. It shows a clear list of states and cities where we're looking for new franchise owners to start fresh. If you prefer to buy an office that is already running, you can also check our Franchise Resales page. For the most up-to-date details, you should fill out an information request form to speak directly with their development team.

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The Spherion Business Model

Spherion's general staffing model is available in many mid-sized cities and towns as well as some more rural areas. As a Spherion staffing franchise owner, you'll primarily support light industrial and administrative positions and, in some markets, professional staffing and recruiting as well. Spherion's territories are typically defined by counties, either a single county or multiple counties. Spherion general staffing office locations are most commonly located in a strip-type shopping center that is anchored by a landmark like a grocery store or bank. The general staffing model always starts with one office; however, you might have the opportunity to open multiple offices to provide even more coverage of your assigned territory. 

Learn more about the Spherion general staffing model

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Franchising Insights

Starting a staffing franchise is a big step, but you don't have to take it alone. At Spherion, our team supports you through every stage of the journey to becoming a business owner. We provide the tools you need to build a strong business plan, master daily operations, and create winning marketing strategies.

Whether you are dreaming of your first business or want to grow a franchise resale, we help you get the most out of your investment. Look through the articles below to find expert tips and proven ways to succeed in the staffing industry. You will find plenty of inspiration to help you run a thriving staffing franchise that makes a difference in your community.

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Meet Other Spherion Franchise Owners

Curious how franchise ownership looks in real life? These Spherion franchise owners share how they lead teams, grow local relationships, and navigate the day-to-day realities of running a staffing agency franchise. Each story offers a practical look at different ownership styles and market approaches. 

Tim Larsen

Tim brings a steady, people-focused approach to ownership, emphasizing leadership, team development, and strong community ties. His experience highlights how consistent relationship-building with both clients and candidates supports long-term growth and local credibility within a Spherion market. 

Phil Frassinelli

Phil’s story centers on growth through structure and local market understanding. He shares how focusing on employer relationships, recruiting discipline, and operational consistency helps build a dependable staffing operation. His Q&A offers a closer look at how thoughtful planning supports expansion over time.

Brandon Cook

Brandon’s experience reflects how adaptability and clear systems help owners stay grounded even as hiring demands change. His full Q&A dives deeper into how he approaches operations and leadership.

Ready to see how a Spherion staffing franchise could fit your goals and your market? Take the next step, contact us, and explore what ownership looks like with guidance from a team that knows the staffing business inside and out.

Franchise Success Stories

How Spherion franchisees turn experience, grit, and people-first leadership into long-term growth

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Our Franchising Accolades

We're proud to hold several top-ranking positions with industry groups for our values and commitment to offering an exceptional franchising experience. Spherion is recognized by Forbes as a best temporary staffing firm and a best professional staffing agency. We're also proud to have ranked on Entrepreneur's Franchise 500 list for 20 years!
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*This data is based on 64 franchisees that were open and operating their businesses for at least one full year as of 12/31/24. Of these 64 franchisees, 20 of them (31.3%) surpassed the average annual sales stated above, and 22 of them (34.4%) surpassed the average annual gross profit stated above. Some outlets have earned these amounts. Your individual results may differ. There is no assurance that you’ll earn as much. Please review Item 19 of our April 18, 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) for more information.

This website and the franchise sales information on this website do not constitute an offer to sell a franchise. The offer of a franchise can only be made through the delivery of a franchise disclosure document. Certain states require that we register the franchise disclosure document in those states. The communications on this website are not directed by us to the residents of any of those states. Moreover, we will not offer or sell franchises in those states until we have registered the franchise (or obtained an applicable exemption from registration) and delivered the franchise disclosure document to the prospective franchisee in compliance with applicable law.

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