Independent Survey Shows Female Franchise Owners Are Highly Satisfied with PIRTEK’s Performance

ROCKLEDGE, FL (MARCH 26, 2026) – PIRTEK USA, has been recognized by Franchise Business Review as a 2026 Top Franchise for Women. Only 100 brands were named to the annual list of award winners. Franchise Business Review, a research firm that conducts independent surveys of franchisee satisfaction, provides the only ratings of franchises based solely on actual franchisee satisfaction and performance.

PIRTEK was among 320 franchise brands, representing nearly 8,550 female franchise owners, that participated in Franchise Business Review’s research on the Top Franchises for Women. PIRTEK’s franchisees were surveyed on 33 benchmark questions about their experience and satisfaction regarding critical areas of their franchise systems, including leadership, training and support, financial opportunity, and work/life balance.

“Being named a Top Franchise for Women is something I’m incredibly proud of because it reflects the voices and experiences of the women across our network,” said Kim Gubera, President & CEO of PIRTEK USA and PIRTEK Canada. “We are seeing more women step into this industry, lead with confidence, and build powerful, scalable businesses, and that’s exactly the kind of growth we want to champion at PIRTEK.”

PIRTEK’s franchise model centers around both mobile service units and physical service centers, allowing owners to provide on-site hydraulic hose maintenance and replacement, often responding to urgent needs that keep construction, manufacturing, and logistics operations running with minimal downtime.

“As a second-generation owner, PIRTEK has been a part of my life for many years, long before I became involved in the business myself,” said Sharon Dorfman, owner of PIRTEK Jackson, PIRTEK Lansing, PIRTEK Madison Heights, PIRTEK Sterling Heights, PIRTEK Toledo, PIRTEK Westland, and PIRTEK Wixom. “Over the years, I’ve seen firsthand how the brand continues to evolve while staying true to its core. Being recognized on this list is a testament to the opportunities available for women who are ready to lead and grow within the system.”

At a time when more women are stepping into ownership roles across traditionally male-dominated industries, PIRTEK’s recognition highlights a broader shift toward inclusive growth within essential service sectors. As demand continues to rise for service-based, recession-resilient businesses, more female entrepreneurs are finding opportunity in spaces historically overlooked.

“I joined PIRTEK in 2025, and it has been an incredibly rewarding experience, both professionally and personally,” said Michele Mitchell, co-owner of PIRTEK Carlsbad. “From day one, I have felt supported by the corporate team and fellow franchisees, which has made all the difference as I’ve grown my business. PIRTEK is a place where women can step into ownership with confidence and build something meaningful.”

As PIRTEK continues to expand across high-demand markets nationwide, the brand remains focused on supporting franchisee success, strengthening system-wide performance, and attracting entrepreneurs seeking scalable, service-based opportunities. Increasingly, that growth includes women looking to build long-term businesses in essential industries.

To learn more about PIRTEK franchise opportunities, visit www.pirtekusafranchise.com.

Visit FranchiseBusinessReview.com to see the full list of the 2026 Top Franchises for Women.

ABOUT PIRTEK USA:

PIRTEK USA provides the fastest hydraulic and industrial hose maintenance and replacement services through on-site mobile and service centers. The brand has more than 600 franchise locations in 24 countries around the world, with over 200 located in the U.S. PIRTEK has a 1-hour ETA for on-site hose service, is available 24/7/365, and is a simple solution that minimizes equipment downtime and eliminates the need for customers to leave their job sites or facilities to locate new hydraulic and industrial hoses as well as hydraulic fittings. WE’LL KEEP YOU OPERATING® For more information, visit www.pirtekusa.com or follow us at @PIRTEKUSA on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram.

ABOUT FRANCHISE BUSINESS REVIEW

Franchise Business Review (FBR) is a leading market research firm serving the franchise sector. FBR measures the satisfaction and engagement of franchisees and franchise employees and publishes various guides and reports for entrepreneurs considering an investment in a franchise business. Since 2005, FBR has surveyed hundreds of thousands of franchise owners and over 1,300 leading franchise companies. FBR publishes free and unbiased franchisee satisfaction research reports throughout the year online at http://www.FranchiseBusinessReview.com. To read our publications, visit https://franchisebusinessreview.com/page/publications/.