Global Franchise Group operated more than 1,400 franchised and corporate stores in 14 countries. The organization's mission was to "Champion Brands and the People Who Build Them".[citation needed]
History
November 2006: Acquired
The Athlete's Foot, a franchised athletic footwear and apparel retail brand
May 2007: Acquired
Waverly (founded in 1923), a fashion and lifestyle brand in the home category. Its brand family includes Waverly, Waverly Home, Waverly Home Classics, Waverly Baby, and Waverly Sun N Shade.