# The 36 largest franchise networks in Virginia

Tamtam tracks 36 franchise networks headquartered in Virginia. This list ranks all of them by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Hilton, Hilton Hotels & Resorts and Hilton Garden Inn. Their median headcount is 473. Half of them were founded in 2002 or later. The most common headquarters are McLean (7), Alexandria (5) and Virginia Beach (4).

The franchise networks in Virginia are mostly hospitality and real estate companies, with a few food service and consumer service firms. The list includes large groups and mid-sized firms. Hilton, a major hospitality group, manages twenty-seven brands across thousands of global properties. Five Guys Enterprises has expanded burger restaurants to over 1,900 locations globally. British Swim School provides survival and stroke development swim lessons, while sweetFrog Frozen Yogurt offers a selection of creamy flavors and an extensive toppings bar. Sheehy Auto Stores is an automotive dealership offering quality brands.

A clear pattern is the strong presence of hospitality companies, particularly those associated with Hilton. Many of these companies, such as Hilton Hotels & Resorts, DoubleTree by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton, Embassy Suites, and Home2 Suites by Hilton, are headquartered in McLean, indicating a cluster of hospitality franchise operations in that city.

🇺🇸 Virginia · 36 companies · Updated Nov 12, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Hilton](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hilton) (hilton.com)<br>Leading hospitality group managing twenty-seven world-class brands across nine thousand global properties, providing millions of guests with lodging, loyalty rewards, and digital travel enhancements. | Hospitality | 🇺🇸 McLean | 155,769 | 1919 |
| 2 | [Hilton Hotels & Resorts](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hilton-hotels-and-resorts) (stories.hilton.com)<br>Provides exceptional hospitality across six hundred global destinations featuring inspiring designs and award winning bars and restaurants for travelers seeking trusted stays. | Hospitality | 🇺🇸 McLean | 16,704 | 1919 |
| 3 | [Hilton Garden Inn](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hilton-garden-inn) (hilton.com)<br>Award-winning brand providing upscale, affordable accommodations and modern amenities for business and leisure guests worldwide Guaranteed brighter and better stays | Hospitality | 🇺🇸 McLean | 13,402 | 1996 |
| 4 | [Five Guys Enterprises](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/five-guys-enterprises) (fiveguys.com)<br>Opened, perfected, and expanded burger restaurants from a local presence to over 1,900 locations globally, including North America, Europe, and the Middle East, since 1986. | Restaurants | 🇺🇸 Alexandria | 11,602 | 1986 |
| 5 | [Hampton](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hampton) (hilton.com)<br>A leading upper-midscale hotel brand offering high-quality accommodations with friendly service, innovative technology, and global presence through numerous properties | Hospitality | 🇺🇸 McLean | 11,536 |  |
| 6 | [Embassy Suites](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/embassy-suites) (hilton.com)<br>We provide two-room suites, cooked-to-order breakfast, and evening drinks/snacks for guests at over 260 locations, focusing on positive impact and community involvement | Hospitality | 🇺🇸 McLean | 6,721 | 1983 |
| 7 | [Home2 Suites by Hilton](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/home2-suites-by-hilton) (hilton.com)<br>An award-winning extended-stay hotel brand offering stylish accommodations, flexible room configurations, complimentary breakfast, eco-friendly practices, pet-friendly environments, and innovative amenities | Hospitality | 🇺🇸 McLean | 2,711 | 2009 |
| 8 | [Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/berkshire-hathaway-homeservices-penfed-realty) (penfedrealty.com)<br>Full-service real estate company with over 2,000 professionals across multiple states, offering buying, selling, luxury, vacation, new homes, and relocation services | Real Estate | 🇺🇸 Alexandria | 1,352 | 2006 |
| 9 | [CENTURY 21 New Millennium](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/century-21-new-millennium) (c21nm.com)<br>Full-service real estate brokerage specializing in residential and luxury properties, offering traditional and commercial services, mortgage and title services, insurance, and global relocation assistance | Real Estate | 🇺🇸 Alexandria | 1,046 | 1998 |
| 10 | [British Swim School](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/british-swim-school) (britishswimschoolfranchise.com)<br>Premier survival and stroke development swim lessons for all ages, emphasizing safety, fun, and skill development, with a focus on water survival programs | Consumer Services | 🇺🇸 Virginia Beach | 899 | 1981 |
| 11 | [sweetFrog Frozen Yogurt](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sweetfrog-frozen-yogurt) (sweetfrog.com)<br>Premium frozen yogurt retailer offering a wide selection of creamy flavors, extensive toppings bar, and community-focused initiatives under a guiding principle of faith | Food and Beverage Services | 🇺🇸 Richmond | 811 | 2009 |
| 12 | [Sheehy Auto Stores](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sheehy-auto-stores) (sheehycareers.com)<br>A leading automotive dealership with a history of success, offering quality brands in the Mid-Atlantic region and prioritizing customer service and team development | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Fairfax | 745 | 1969 |
| 13 | [1st Class Real Estate](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/1st-class-real-estate) (1stclassrealestate.com)<br>A full-service real estate company offering competitive splits, support, and a unique culture to help individuals grow their business affordably | Real Estate | 🇺🇸 Virginia Beach | 681 | 2012 |
| 14 | [Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices RW Towne Realty](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/berkshire-hathaway-homeservices-rw-towne-realty) (rwtowne.com)<br>A real estate company offering a wide range of services including buying, selling, property management, relocation, new home sales, and mortgage options | Real Estate | 🇺🇸 Chesapeake | 680 |  |
| 15 | [Koons Automotive Companies](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/koons-automotive-companies) (koons.com)<br>An automotive group operating 25 franchises in the Mid-Atlantic Region, with over 29 Billion in annual sales and 2,900 employees Recognized for excellence and awarded for customer satisfaction | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Vienna | 610 | 1964 |
| 16 | [Mosquito Joe](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mosquito-joe) (franchise.neighborly.com)<br>Provide mosquito, tick, and flea control services for residential, commercial, and special events using barrier sprays and misting systems. | Consumer Services | 🇺🇸 Virginia Beach | 593 | 2010 |
| 17 | [Century 21 Redwood Realty](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/century-21-redwood-realty) (c21redwood.com)<br>Premiere Real Estate firm in the mid-Atlantic region with cutting-edge technology platforms, award-winning relocation services, and thirteen offices servicing the area | Real Estate | 🇺🇸 Ashburn | 505 | 2002 |
| 18 | [RE/MAX Allegiance](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/re-max-allegiance) (myallegiancehome.com)<br>A top-selling real estate brokerage with 12 offices in Virginia and DC, boasting over $2 billion in annual sales and 4,000 transactions in 2023 | Real Estate | 🇺🇸 Alexandria | 473 | 2004 |
| 19 | [Landmark Hotel Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/landmark-hotel-group) (landmarkhotelgroup.com)<br>A leading hotel management company with award-winning portfolio of 13 hotels in Mid-Atlantic region Offers exceptional guest experiences and investment returns | Hospitality | 🇺🇸 Virginia Beach | 432 |  |
| 20 | [RE/MAX Cornertsone Realty](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/re-max-cornertsone-realty) (remaxcornerstoneva.com)<br>Real estate firm with offices in Fredericksburg and Locust Grove, offering top agents, professional services, and a strong online presence Outlined by high standards and outstanding results | Real Estate | 🇺🇸 Fredericksburg | 426 |  |
| 21 | [Coldwell Banker Elite](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/coldwell-banker-elite) (coldwellbankerelite.com)<br>A real estate company with a focus on helping families buy and sell homes, offering top-notch service, cutting-edge technology, and strong agent support | Real Estate | 🇺🇸 Stafford | 392 | 1980 |
| 22 | [Engineering For Kids](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/engineering-for-kids) (engineeringforkids.com)<br>The company brings STEM education to elementary and middle school students through fun, hands-on classes, camps, clubs, and parties, inspiring curiosity in engineering concepts | Education | 🇺🇸 Fredericksburg | 326 | 2009 |
| 23 | [Arby S Roast Beef Restaur](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/arby-s-roast-beef-restaur)<br>This company specializes in serving slow-roasted roast beef, turkey, and premium Angus beef sandwiches sliced fresh daily at their sandwich shops | Warehousing and Storage | 🇺🇸 Roanoke | 302 |  |
| 24 | [Sunbelt](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sunbelt)<br>This company offers investment and consulting services to business owners and entrepreneurs, connecting them with potential investors and business opportunities globally | Financial Services | 🇺🇸 Charlottesville | 294 |  |
| 25 | [Coldwell Banker Premier](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/coldwell-banker-premier) (premiermove.com)<br>A regional real estate brokerage focuses on agent growth through mentorship, marketing support, training, and benefits like health insurance and retirement plans | Real Estate | 🇺🇸 Winchester | 229 | 1994 |
| 26 | [Delight Restaurant Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/delight-restaurant-group) (delightrg.com)<br>This company manages a network of Taco Bell and Wendy's restaurants in several states | Restaurants | 🇺🇸 Norfolk | 209 | 2016 |
| 27 | [Regis Hair Salon](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/regis-hair-salon)<br>A destination for top-notch haircuts, coloring, and salon services, offering professional hair care products to maintain your desired hairstyle and color | Biotechnology Research | 🇺🇸 Covington | 209 |  |
| 28 | [MACS Circle K](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/macs-circle-k) (circlekmacs.com)<br>A leading convenience store operator in Maryland and Virginia, distributing Exxon and BP fuels, as well as operating Circle K stores | Retail | 🇺🇸 Richmond | 205 |  |
| 29 | [Elevation Burger](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/elevation-burger) (elevationburger.com)<br>Premium burger restaurant offering 100% organic, grass-fed, free-range beef with fresh-cut fries and hand-scooped shakes in eco-friendly settings. | Restaurants | 🇺🇸 Arlington | 201 | 2005 |
| 30 | [KW Metro Center](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kw-metro-center) (kwmetrocenter.com)<br>A experienced residential brokerage in the DC area, providing information to buyers and sellers, as well as training and support for agents | Real Estate | 🇺🇸 Alexandria | 199 | 2007 |
| 31 | [Woofie's](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/woofie-s) (ownawoofies.com)<br>Innovative pet care business offering combined pet sitting, dog walking, and mobile pet spa services to drive business growth and recurring revenue streams | Pet Services | 🇺🇸 Ashburn | 190 | 2004 |
| 32 | [Abrakadoodle, Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/abrakadoodle-inc) (abrakadoodle.com)<br>An award-winning multi-arts program for kids offering art classes, camps, parties, and events to spark creativity and build confidence | Consumer Services | 🇺🇸 Sterling | 190 | 2002 |
| 33 | [Napier Realtors ERA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/napier-realtors-era) (napierera.com)<br>A leading real estate company providing top-notch home buying, selling, and relocation services with a focus on reliable customer service and industry expertise | Real Estate | 🇺🇸 Midlothian | 189 | 1958 |
| 34 | [Signia by Hilton](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/signia-by-hilton) (hilton.com)<br>Luxury hotel brand focused on providing premium, full-service experiences in iconic cities and resort destinations for sophisticated travelers and meeting attendees | Hospitality | 🇺🇸 McLean | 86 |  |
| 35 | [Greenberry's Coffee Co.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/greenberry-s-coffee-co) (greenberrys.com)<br>Specialty coffee roaster offering high-quality coffees, teas, and pastries in a welcoming environment Growing rapidly with over thirty locations worldwide | Food and Beverage Services | 🇺🇸 Charlottesville | 38 | 1992 |
| 36 | [Coldwell Banker Prime](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/coldwell-banker-prime) (coldwellbankerprimeva.com)<br>A full-service real estate brokerage firm with over 25 years of experience, committed to providing top-tier services in the Greater Richmond area | Real Estate | 🇺🇸 Richmond | 19 |  |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.

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