For Resale: Cincinnati, Ohio

What skills and traits does the ideal Spherion franchise candidate possess? After more than 65 years of franchising, here are the character traits, leadership skills, and business expertise we expect a Sacramento-area franchise candidate to demonstrate:

• Sufficient operating capital or the ability to obtain operating funds from a verifiable source
• At least 5 years of experience leading and developing a team or teams in areas of:
  • Customer development, service, and support
  • Sales and prospect identification and activities
  • Managing a P&L, basic accounting principles, accounts receivables management, and delivery of compensation recommendations and guidance
• Personal experience in sales and market development including new business prospecting, sales calling, consultative selling skills, business negotiation skills, and responding to bid opportunities
• At least 3 years of experience recruiting, hiring, and developing team members to manage role-specific responsibilities and demonstrate criteria-based results
• Personal residence within a 60-minute drive of your desired market
• A strong desire to contribute to your community; involvement in civic and community business organizations
• Confident speaking and presentation skills

If this sounds like you, read more about franchising with Spherion Staffing in Cincinnati, Ohio. Then, contact Dan Brunell to get started on your Spherion path to franchise ownership!

This Spherion Staffing franchise resale presents an exceptional opportunity to take ownership of a well-established, highly-regarded staffing enterprise in the thriving Cincinnati metropolitan area. Since launching in 2016, the current owners have successfully grown the business, earning a commendable 4.6 Google rating by delivering top-tier staffing solutions across administrative/clerical and light industrial/manufacturing sectors.

The territory covers Cincinnati and 13 surrounding counties in Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana, providing access to a working population exceeding 1.14 million across the Cincinnati DMA. With a regional GDP of $186.1 billion, this area boasts a robust economy catalyzing demand for staffing services, evidenced by an estimated $929 million staffing industry payroll.

This franchise has cultivated strong relationships with prominent local employers seeking dependable staffing partners. Prospective new owners can capitalize on an established book of business while benefiting from Spherion's brand recognition and comprehensive training/support. The office is strategically located close to Interstate 275 for easy accessibility in Cincinnati's northern suburbs.

New proprietors will acquire a turn-key operation, including the office's furnishings, equipment, and experienced staff willing to stay through a transition period if desired. There are no pending HR issues or litigation. With Spherion's extensive territory, ample growth opportunities exist for expanding this successful franchise's footprint across the tristate region's dynamic business landscape.

Our support is our signature: Our owner community across the country is collaborative, supportive, and helpful. Spherion franchisees include multigenerational groups, husband-wife teams, former Spherion corporate employees, former franchise employees, and entrepreneurs from all walks of life. A clear supermajority (98%) enjoy operating their business and being part of Spherion, while 100% are likely to recommend our franchise opportunity to others.**

You'll receive 380+ hours of comprehensive role-based training before and after opening. Periodic training addresses client development, legal requirements, marketing, and sales. You'll be supported by a dedicated portfolio leader who is available to answer questions and strategize with you, as well as by a national marketing team.

Spherion owners receive complete back office and technology support for all functions related to their temporary employees. We process employee payroll, including taxes, insurance, and benefits required by law. We invoice the clients, manage collections and application of payments as well as the W-2 process at the end of the year. Our corporate office maintains, supports, and troubleshoots all technology, eliminating the need for technical expertise and investment. Spherion's model allows you to focus on the business, not get lost in the business.

Our franchisees enjoy a full range of sales and marketing tools to help promote their business, including digital marketing, SEO & SEM support; sales collateral; print, radio, billboard, and online advertising; social media content; target account programs; direct mail campaigns; salary data; thought leadership research; and community giveback programs.

You'll enroll in our New Franchisee Launch program, a comprehensive training course that covers all aspects of opening a successful Spherion office. Plus, you'll receive ongoing support from a tenured team of professionals—from accounting, payroll, and technology to operations and marketing.

This sizeable territory offers abundant opportunities with a working population of approximately 1.14 million across the Cincinnati DMA. Cincinnati has experienced steady economic growth over the years. The city's diverse economy includes sectors such as manufacturing, finance, healthcare, retail, and logistics. This economic stability can provide a supportive environment for businesses like staffing agencies to thrive. 

Cincinnati offers a range of business support services, including networking events, workshops, and resources provided by organizations like the Cincinnati Regional Chamber of Commerce. These services can help entrepreneurs connect, learn, and grow their staffing business. Cincinnati has a strong sense of community, and residents often prioritize supporting local businesses. The presence of universities like the University of Cincinnati and Xavier University in the area contributes to a skilled and educated workforce.

Ohio enjoys a diverse and resilient economy that drives steady job growth. The state's unemployment rate was 4.2% as of February 2023, slightly below the national average. Ohio is home to over 5.6 million workers with a median age of 39.5 years old. Anchored by the Cincinnati and Columbus metro areas, Ohio ranked 7th nationally for net domestic migration in 2022. The state's leading skilled professions include manufacturing roles like machine operators and assemblers, as well as fast-growing sectors like logistics, finance, and healthcare. In the 2021-2022 academic year, colleges and universities in the Cincinnati region like the University of Cincinnati and Xavier University produced over 20,000 new graduates.

Spherion offers dedicated support from franchise leadership to help business owners develop and execute a strategic plan that balances existing account management with growth strategies to expand the staffing franchise's footprint and achieve ownership goals.

This website and the franchise sales information on this website do not constitute an offer to sell a franchise. The offer of a franchise can only be made through the delivery of a franchise disclosure document. Certain states require that we register the franchise disclosure document in those states. The communications on this website are not directed by us to the residents of any of those states. Moreover, we will not offer or sell franchises in those states until we have registered the franchise (or obtained an applicable exemption from registration) and delivered the franchise disclosure document to the prospective franchisee in compliance with applicable law.

*This data is based on 60 franchisees that were open and operating for at least one full year as of 12/31/22. 15 of the 60 franchisees (25%) surpassed the average annual sales stated above, and 16 of the 60 franchisees (27%) surpassed the average annual gross profit stated above. Your individual results may differ. There is no assurance that other franchisees will earn as much. Please review Item 19 of our May 1, 2023 FDD for more information.

**Franchise Business Review survey, December 2023