My Salon Suite® has once again been recognized as one of the top franchise opportunities for veterans, securing the No. 31 spot on Entrepreneur magazine’s 2025 Top Franchises for Veterans list. This marks the third consecutive year the salon-suite brand has earned a place on the ranking, a recognition that underscores its ongoing commitment to helping veterans transition successfully into entrepreneurship. The company continues to grow its national footprint while offering franchise incentives that reflect its belief in service-driven leadership and community building.
The brand’s model provides beauty, health, and wellness professionals with a platform to run their own studios while maintaining operational support from the franchise system. Veterans and first responders receive a 50 percent reduction in franchise fees, equating to savings of $25,000. The offer aims to make business ownership more accessible to those who have already demonstrated exceptional discipline and resilience in their service. For many veterans, this program represents both a second career path and an opportunity to lead teams within a supportive network.
Mark Jameson, Chief Development Officer at Propelled Brands, which owns My Salon Suite, praised veterans for the qualities they bring to franchising. “Our servicemembers not only inspire but also inspire their teams,” he said. His comments echo findings from VetFran, which report that veterans make up 14 percent of all franchise owners, despite representing only 7 percent of the U.S. population. Franchisee Mike Hilliard, an Air Force veteran, shared that the company’s semi-absentee model appealed to him because it allows others to grow their businesses while he maintains his own.
As My Salon Suite continues its expansion, now with more than 350 locations across North America, the brand is looking to attract additional franchise candidates, particularly multi-unit operators. Its consistent rankings on both the Franchise 500 and Top Franchises for Veterans lists demonstrate not only business success but also a mission-driven approach to empowering those who have served. For many veterans, My Salon Suite is proving that the next chapter after service can be one of ownership, growth, and renewed purpose.
