BIGGBY COFFEE's Meteoric Rise Lands it in Franchise Times Top 200
November 15 - 2025
Coffee Geography Magazine
In a dramatic ascent that underscores a period of remarkable and sustained momentum, BIGGBY® COFFEE has proudly cracked the top 200 on the prestigious 2025 Franchise Times Top 400 list, landing decisively at No. 188. This significant recognition marks a monumental climb of more than 100 spots in just four years for the 450+ unit coffee franchise, a tangible metric that signals the powerful impact of its intentional operational innovations and deeply dedicated franchise support system. This leap is proof positive that a people-first philosophy can directly fuel commercial success, transforming a regional favorite into a nationally recognized growth story.
From its humble beginnings as a single Michigan location in 1995, BIGGBY® COFFEE has blossomed into a formidable national presence with nearly 450 establishments spanning 13 states. What makes this journey particularly distinctive is the company's unwavering commitment to a 100% franchise-owned business model. This East Lansing-based company has built its entire identity not on corporate-owned expansion, but on a foundational belief in empowering local entrepreneurs to grow successful, community-minded businesses. This fully franchised structure ensures that every cup of coffee served is intrinsically linked to a neighbor's dream and a local investment, creating a network of small business owners united under a single, supportive brand.
Erin Kaylor, President of BIGGBY® COFFEE, was quick to emphasize that this impressive leap on the list is far more than a statistic. She described it as a direct reflection of the heart and hard work poured in by every single owner, operator, and barista who brings the brand to life daily. Kaylor expressed profound gratitude for the entire franchise family and the communities they serve, noting that it is this very commitment and personal connection that fuels the brand's collective desire for continued, strategic growth. The achievement is framed not as a corporate victory, but as a shared milestone.
The Franchise Times Top 400 list itself ranks the most significant franchises operating in the United States, based on a rigorous evaluation of systemwide sales revenue drawn from voluntary disclosures and public Franchise Disclosure Documents. For a purpose-driven brand like BIGGBY®, this top 200 placement is seen not as a final destination, but as a promising validation of its core principles. Looking confidently toward the future, Kaylor reaffirmed the company's dedication to a path of intentional growth, underscoring a steadfast commitment to serving communities, supporting its phenomenal franchise partners, and upholding the core values that forged this path. With the conviction that the biggest strides are still ahead, BIGGBY® COFFEE is now poised to deepen its roots in existing communities while thoughtfully expanding into new areas, ready to foster the same meaningful impact and serve coffee with a purpose wherever it goes.