FRANCHISE RESALES

A group of five people in business attire sit together at a table, with one man in a blue suit and glasses in focus, smiling; the image is partly in black and white.

Buy a Crestcom Franchise

Crestcom is a home-based leadership development franchise, founded in 1987 and franchising since 1992, with a network spanning more than 60 countries. Franchisees sell and facilitate the Crestcom LEADER curriculum: a 24-module program delivered over 12 months to managers and executives at client organizations, focused on behavioral change and measurable business results.

The model is B2B and recurring. Organizations enroll their managers into the 12-month program, and the LEADER+ extension enables continued development beyond the initial cohort, creating a repeat revenue stream within active client accounts. Two proprietary platforms support operations: COACH gives franchisees 24/7 access to sales tools, marketing resources, and training content, while the Crestcom Learning Portal (CLP) tracks participant progress, runs 360-degree assessments, and provides reporting tools for franchisees and their clients.

The franchise runs home-based with no inventory and minimal staffing. Franchisees hold exclusive territories and typically serve as both salesperson and program facilitator, building long-term relationships with local businesses across multiple sectors. The brand is headquartered in Greenwood Village, Colorado.

Latest Resales

  • There are currently no Crestcom resales available
Register your interest

Why buy a Crestcom Franchise?

Crestcom operates in the B2B corporate training category, where organizational investment in leadership development holds up consistently across economic cycles. The home-based model keeps overhead low, exclusive territories protect client relationships, and the 12-month program structure builds sustained contact with each client. Crestcom reports a 65% combined rate of repeat business and referrals across its network.

To buy a Crestcom franchise is to acquire a recurring B2B revenue base rather than a project pipeline. No commercial premises, no inventory, and minimal staffing keep operating costs lean, while the LEADER+ extension provides a mechanism for retaining revenue within existing client accounts.

Crestcom Franchise Costs & Information

  • Minimum Qualifications

    • Initial Franchise Fee

      $75,000

    • Initial Investment

      $91,850 - $104,919

  • Royalty

    • Royalty Fee

      19.75%

  • Training & Support

    • On the job training (Varies)

    • 45.5 hours classroom training

    • Ongoing support

    • Marketing support

Crestcom – Additional  Information

  1. Training & Support

    New franchisees complete the four-day LaunchPad to Success workshop (45.5 hours classroom) at Crestcom's Denver headquarters or virtually, covering sales, marketing, operations, and facilitation. Ongoing support includes coaching sessions, social media content calendars, email templates, and regional workshops. The COACH platform provides 24/7 access to sales scripts, marketing tools, and training resources; the Crestcom Learning Portal (CLP) manages participant tracking, mobile access, and 360-degree assessments. Buyers of an existing Crestcom unit should confirm what LaunchPad training and COACH platform access transfers with the resale.

  2. Ideal Owner

    Crestcom suits sales-oriented professionals with strong communication skills and an ability to build trusted B2B relationships. Prior leadership or corporate training experience is helpful but not required; the franchise is built around delivering a structured curriculum rather than requiring independent expertise. Owners typically operate solo, managing their own sales activity, client relationships, and program delivery. Comfort with consultative selling, executive-level conversations, and the discipline to build a local pipeline steadily over time are the most important attributes for success.

  3. Recognition & Awards

    Crestcom has received recognition from Franchise Business Review across multiple categories, including Top 200 Franchise, Top Franchise for Women, Top Culture 100, Most Profitable Franchise, Top Low-Cost Franchise, and Top Franchise for Veterans, with awards confirmed for 2025 and 2026. Entrepreneur magazine named the brand a 2026 Top Franchise for Under $100,000. The curriculum carries additional recognition: Training Industry's 2026 Top 20 Leadership Training Company and a 2025 Silver award from the International Business Awards. The Global Franchise Awards recognised Crestcom as Best White Collar Franchise in 2023.

  4. Industry / Market

    The US corporate training and leadership development category draws consistent organizational investment, with demand particularly strong for programs tied to measurable management outcomes. ATD's 2025 State of the Industry research shows sustained spending growth in employee learning, with leadership development remaining a top priority for US organizations. The sector has proved resilient across economic cycles; companies tend to invest in developing existing talent even during downturns. For resale buyers, the density of local businesses and the depth of an existing territory's client relationships are the most relevant demand factors.

Learn more about
how to own a Crestcom franchise resale

Please fill out the form below and a Franchise Flippers expert will be in touch with you shortly.

The Franchise Brand Index

This page is part of Franchise Flippers’ independent franchise Index, designed as an educational resource to help potential buyers explore the franchise resale market and compare brands.

Trademark & Affiliation Disclaimer

This website is an independent, informational resource. All trademarks, logos, and brand names displayed are the property of their respective owners and are used solely for identification and educational purposes. Their use does not imply any affiliation with, endorsement by, or sponsorship from the respective trademark holders.