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title: We Sell Restaurants Earns a Spot on the Inc. 5000 for 2025 — Continuing a Legacy of Growth and Leadership
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# We Sell Restaurants Earns a Spot on the Inc. 5000 for 2025 — Continuing a Legacy of Growth and Leadership

Posted by [Robin Gagnon](https://blog.wesellrestaurants.com/author/robin-gagnon) on Sep 2, 2025 2:14:40 PM

 

## A Track Record of Growth

This achievement reflects consistent performance across multiple years:

- **2025:** No. 3,015 with 135% growth
- **2024:** No. 2,565
- **2023:** No. 3,487
- **2022:** No. 4,599

The steady climb demonstrates the strength of our model, the expertise of our Certified Restaurant Brokers, and the trust of thousands of restaurant owners and buyers.

![YouTube Thumbnail - Selling-Sep-02-2025-09-08-09-6534-PM](https://blog.wesellrestaurants.com/hs-fs/hubfs/YouTube%20Thumbnail%20-%20Selling-Sep-02-2025-09-08-09-6534-PM.png?width=1280&height=720&name=YouTube%20Thumbnail%20-%20Selling-Sep-02-2025-09-08-09-6534-PM.png)

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## Why the Inc. 5000 Matters

The Inc. 5000 honors privately held U.S. businesses with outstanding revenue growth. Companies like Microsoft, Meta, and Patagonia have appeared on the list early in their journey. For We Sell Restaurants, this recognition confirms our leadership as the only national franchise dedicated exclusively to restaurant brokerage.

## What Is the Inc. 5000?

The **Inc. 5000** is one of the most respected rankings of entrepreneurial success in the United States. Each year, Inc. magazine evaluates privately held companies nationwide, spotlighting those that have demonstrated rapid growth and resilience.

For more than 40 years, the list has served as a benchmark of business innovation, recognizing household names like **Microsoft, Meta, Under Armour, and Patagonia** in their earlier years. Companies that make the list join an exclusive community of high-performing businesses that have proven their ability to scale while navigating dynamic market conditions.

Being included for four consecutive years underscores We Sell Restaurants’ position not just as a leader in restaurant brokerage, but as part of a select group of growth-driven companies shaping the U.S. economy. Visit [www.inc.com/inc5000](http://www.inc.com/inc5000) to see more featured on the database. 

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## Leadership Perspective

“Our fourth year on the Inc. 5000 reflects the results of our franchisees and brokers across the country,” said **Robin Gagnon, CEO & Co-Founder of We Sell Restaurants**. “This growth is a direct result of their hard work, our proven systems, and the trust restaurant owners place in us.”

**Eric Gagnon, President & Co-Founder**, added: “Being recognized again shows the resilience of our brand and the increasing demand for specialized expertise in restaurant brokerage.”

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## What’s Driving the Growth

- **Record Transaction Volume** – In 2024, We Sell Restaurants surpassed $90 million in closed deals, with more than 1,000 active listings and $420 million in inventory.
- **Technology Investment** – Our proprietary BOSS platform streamlines lead management, listings, and deal tracking.
- **Expansion** – Franchise partners opened in 11 new markets, with more in development for 2025.
- **Industry Recognition** – Franchise Business Review named We Sell Restaurants a Top Franchise for Women, Most Innovative Franchise, and Top Low-Cost Franchise.

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## Looking Ahead

With momentum building, We Sell Restaurants will continue expanding its national footprint, investing in technology, and strengthening partnerships with franchisors. For buyers, sellers, and franchise candidates, this Inc. 5000 ranking reinforces that We Sell Restaurants is the trusted leader in restaurant brokerage.

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### About We Sell Restaurants

We Sell Restaurants is the nation’s largest restaurant brokerage franchise. With operations nationwide, the brand’s Certified Restaurant Brokers help clients buy, sell, and franchise restaurants. Guided by the mission to *Sell More Restaurants Than Anyone Else. PERIOD.*, the company delivers unmatched expertise and results in the restaurant brokerage industry.

To learn more about We Sell Restaurants and its services, visit [www.wesellrestaurants.com](http://www.wesellrestaurants.com/).

 

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