We've
also had the Great Harvest franchise agreement
reviewed by an independent association, the American
Association of Franchisees and Dealers. The AAFD is
dedicated to the encouragement and support of the
highest standards in fair franchising practices for
both franchisees and franchisors. In 2003, the AAFD
bestowed Great Harvest with its highly coveted Fair
Franchising Seal. Ninety-nine percent of Great
Harvest franchisees were in favor of granting the
award, and Great Harvest received one of the highest
scores ever awarded to any franchisor in the Seal's
history. To learn more, visit

WorldBlu,
a Washington, DC–based business specializing in
organizational democracy, named Great Harvest
Franchising, Inc., as one of 25 companies
internationally to receive its prestigious Most
Democratic Workplace award. The recognition
underscores the effectiveness of the company’s
collaborative partnership among its employees and
independent bakery owners.

The Top 100
Franchises Program features detailed analyses of top franchises with 50 or more operating units. Companies are evaluated on the basis of historical
performance, brand identification, market dynamics, franchisee satisfaction, level of training, on-going support, financial stability and various
other features. We are proud to say we were among the top in the food-service industry.
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