Crestcom Named an Entrepreneur’s 2026 Top Franchise for Under $100,000

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Be part of a global network that is Transforming Leadership Worldwide. Crestcom is a global leadership development franchise providing live training, coaching, and accountability programs for businesses and organizations. Franchisees build recurring-revenue consulting businesses while helping companies strengthen leadership, improve performance, and drive measurable results.

Build a Leadership Development Business with Crestcom

If you're looking for more than just a business—and want to make a real impact on people, teams, and organizations—this may be the opportunity you’ve been searching for.

Crestcom is a global leadership development organization that helps companies strengthen leadership, improve performance, and build stronger workplace cultures through live training, coaching, and practical business application. Operating in more than 60 countries for over 35 years, Crestcom provides structured leadership development solutions designed to deliver measurable business results.

As a Crestcom franchise owner, you work directly with business leaders, executives, and HR professionals to help organizations solve one of their most important challenges: developing effective leaders. With a low-overhead, relationship-driven model and recurring revenue opportunities, Crestcom offers professionals the opportunity to build a purpose-driven business backed by an established global brand.

WHY CHOOSE CRESTCOM

Crestcom offers a professional services franchise opportunity built around leadership development, long-term client relationships, and recurring revenue.

Low Investment, High Potential
The business operates with a low-overhead structure designed to support strong income potential without the complexity of traditional brick-and-mortar operations.
Globally Established Brand
Crestcom has operated for more than three decades and maintains a presence in over 60 countries worldwide.
Recurring Revenue Model
Franchisees build long-term relationships with client organizations through ongoing leadership development programs and coaching engagements.
Purpose-Driven Business
Owners help organizations improve leadership effectiveness, strengthen workplace culture, and develop managers who create meaningful impact within their teams.
Practical, Results-Oriented Training
Crestcom’s system combines live facilitated sessions, coaching, accountability, and real-world application to create measurable outcomes for clients.
Relationship-Based Sales Model
The business focuses on long-term partnerships rather than transactional sales, creating stronger client retention and referral opportunities.
Comprehensive Training & Support
Franchisees receive structured onboarding, systems, tools, and ongoing guidance to help them build and grow their business.
Award-Winning Franchise System
Crestcom has received recognition for franchisee satisfaction, profitability, and low-cost franchise opportunities.
Control your own Destiny and have the Work/Life Balance you Desire

TRAINING & SUPPORT

Crestcom provides franchisees with comprehensive support systems designed to help owners confidently launch and operate their business. Support includes:

Initial training and onboarding
Leadership development systems and facilitation tools
Sales and business development guidance
Coaching resources and operational support
Access to a global network of Crestcom professionals
Ongoing education and business growth support

Franchisees operate within a proven system while building strong client relationships in their local markets.

AWARDS

2026 Franserve Fran-Tastic Brand
Top 100 Franchise for Women by Franchise Business Review
Top 20 Leadership Training Company by Training Industry
2026 Top Franchise by Franchise Business Review
2025 Most Profitable Franchise by Franchise Business Review
2025 Bronze Stevie Award
2025 Silver Stevie Award
2025 Training Magazine Network Choice Award

IDEAL CANDIDATE

Crestcom is seeking professionals interested in building a purpose-driven business centered around leadership development and executive relationships. Ideal candidates:

Have strong sales and business development skills
Are comfortable engaging executives and HR leaders
Possess strong communication and relationship-building abilities
Have an entrepreneurial mindset and self-discipline
Are passionate about helping organizations and people grow
Want to build a business focused on long-term relationships and meaningful impact

This opportunity is well suited for professionals seeking a business that combines flexibility, recurring revenue, and the ability to positively influence organizations.

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Crestcom Financial Data

The following financial information was provided by Crestcom to give you more information about the costs associated with a Crestcom opportunity

Minimum Cash Required

$120,000

Crestcom Named an Entrepreneur’s 2026 Top Franchise for Under $100,000

September, 10, 2026

Crestcom International was named one of only 100 franchises in Entrepreneur magazine’s Top Franchises for Less than $100,000 for 2026.

Franchises on this list are ranked based on their scores in Entrepreneur’s 2026 Franchise 500 ranking, a comprehensive analysis that examined more than 150 data points across costs and fees, size and growth, franchisee support, brand strength, and financial strength and stability.

“Low-cost doesn’t mean low opportunity—these franchises prove that entrepreneurship can be accessible to nearly everyone,” said Entrepreneur Editor in Chief Jason Feifer. “These brands have mastered the art of creating efficient business models that deliver real value to both franchisees and customers without requiring massive initial investments.”

The Crestcom franchise is for the professional executive who wants to make a difference in people’s lives by fulfilling its mission to transform leadership worldwide. It is for those individuals choosing the path that leads to profit with purpose. Since its inception in 1987, Crestcom’s leadership development programs have delivered sustained behavior change and measured value to its clients.

Earlier this year, Crestcom was also recognized by Franchise Business Review as a Top 200 Franchise, a Top 100 Franchise for Women, and named on their Top Culture100 list. Crestcom consistently ranks among the top franchise opportunities in Franchise Business Review’s satisfaction surveys.

Crestcom Testimonials

Owning a Crestcom Franchise has been both rewarding and energizing. You step into a proven model with strong systems, excellent development programs, and a highly supportive global network. After a 25-year corporate career, I initially looked for a program to complement my coaching—but quickly recognized a scalable business aligned with my strengths. Since starting in 2021, I’ve expanded multiple times. Day-to-day, it’s a balance of delivering leadership development, building relationships, and growing the business. It’s structured yet flexible, allowing you to bring your own insights. It is sales-driven, but that’s where the real growth and opportunity lie.

John Bent (Mississauga, Brampton, Northern GTA, Toronto Mid-Town, Toronto East and Atlantic Canada)

Starting with Crestcom in 2017 was one of the best professional decisions we’ve made. Since then, we’ve grown to four territories and have had a great experience building the business. What stands out is the combination of independence and support. You get the freedom of working for yourself, with the structure, guidance, and backing of a strong program. Everyone has been supportive and generous along the way. After working in a corporate setting, this has been a much better fit. The work life balance has also been a real benefit and something we truly value.

Jennifer Thorne and Mike Houle (Niagara Peninsula, Southwestern Ontario, Hamilton, Oakville and downtown Toronto)

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Available Locations:

Single-unit, Multi-unit, Area Developer opportunities available in Alberta, British Columbia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland & Labrador, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan.

Business Type:

Franchise

MINIMUM CASH REQUIRED:

CA$120,000

Financing Assistance

3rd Party

Training Provided:

Yes

Home-based:

Yes

Franchise Associations

International Franchise Association Member
CFA Member

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