winmark corporation is a nationally renowned leader in franchise-owned and operated business opportunities. in fact, we are the franchisor of 1,184 value-oriented retail stores in north america. our award-winning family of brands, including once upon a child®, plato’s closet®, play it again sports®, music go round® and style encore®, bring unique franchise opportunities to small business entrepreneurs. a leader in the resale industry, winmark brands recycle millions of items back into their respective communities! winmark is the parent company of winmark franchise partners, a franchise consulting company that partners with emerging franchisors and entrepreneurs who can benefit from winmark's experience in establishing, growing, and managing successful franchised businesses. we offer traditional consulting services, strategic investment opportunities and potential acquisition opportunities for franchisors. winmark is the parent company of winmark capital corporation, offering technology