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Once again, Ace Hardware has ranked No. 5 on Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500® list. The franchise also ranked No. 1 on the ‘Miscellaneous Retail Business’ category list for the fourth year in a row.
In 2024, Ace Hardware surpassed its expansion goals for the year with the opening of 215 new stores domestically.
“We are proud to rank in the top five again on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® list and honored to be recognized as the No.1 franchise in our category for the fourth straight year,” says Andy Enright, senior vice president of retail strategy and operations at Ace Hardware. “This milestone is a testament to the strength of our business model and the dedication of our local owners and associates who work tirelessly to uphold Ace’s helpful promise in their communities. Exceeding our goal with 215 new stores in 2024 is further proof of the demand for our exceptional service, the best brands and our unique cooperative opportunity.”
Ace remains a trusted brand, globally recognized for its dedication to customer service and commitment to meeting the needs of communities worldwide.
“What drew me to Ace was the opportunity to do my own thing,” says Britt Wood, owner of Ace of the South Ace Hardware. “I looked at the record of Ace, what Ace stands for and the recognition of Ace in the community. After all my research, I decided to go with Ace because this, to me, was the best choice.”
