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Wed Society Expands Nationwide with 22nd Franchise Location

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Wed Society, a leading wedding media franchise, announced the award of its 22nd franchise location, marking a significant milestone in its national expansion. Just 22 months after launching its franchise offering, Wed Society has solidified its presence in 13 U.S. states, with a strong presence in Ohio. The company's unique business model has driven measurable results for vendors while serving as a trusted, free resource for couples, earning it the title of the fastest-growing wedding media franchise in the country.

Key Takeaways:

  • Wed Society has awarded its 22nd franchise location, marking a significant milestone in its national expansion, just 22 months after launching its franchise offering.
  • The company operates in 22 metro markets across 13 U.S. states, with a strong presence in Ohio.
  • Wed Society has redefined the wedding media landscape by connecting engaged couples with trusted, curated local wedding vendors through a multi-channel platform.
  • The platform draws more than 220,000 monthly pageviews from couples actively planning their weddings.
  • Wed Society produces original, hyper-local content that showcases real weddings and provides direct access to vetted vendors.
  • The company has strong unit-level economics, a nationally supported brand, and a mission-driven model that empowers local ownership.
  • Wed Society connects engaged couples with curated vendors through digital, print, social, and exclusive live events.
  • The company was founded in 2007 and began franchising in 2023.

Statistics:

  • 22nd franchise location awarded by Wed Society.
  • 22 metro markets across 13 U.S. states where Wed Society operates.
  • 220,000 monthly pageviews on the Wed Society platform.
  • 22 months since launching its franchise offering.
  • 2007: Founded by Wed Society.
  • 2023: Began franchising.
  • Multi-channel platform spanning digital, print, social, and in-person events.

Sources:

  • National expansion announcement by Wed Society on June 16, 2025, published on PRNewswire.
  • Wed Society website, accessed on the day of the announcement.
  • Founders, David Lewis and Ashley Bowen Murphy, in an interview with PRNewswire.

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