Owner Testimonials

Hear from Current Plato’s Closet Franchise Owners

Investing in a Plato's Closet teen retail franchise offers huge rewards: financial gain, flexibility, and the satisfaction of serving your local community and customers. Don't take our word for it—just listen to what our franchisees have to say! Franchisee testimonials speak to the success of our brand and all of Winmark’s resale franchise brands across the United States and Canada. Enjoy peace of mind knowing that you are investing in a tried, tested, and industry-leading franchise with the backing of a brand with more than 30 years of growth under its belt. Start making your own inspirational story today!

  • "Winmark is growing, they come up with new ideas each year; and we grow with them."
    - Multiple Winmark Franchise Owners
  • "I’ve always wanted to open a business and I didn’t really have the courage. I had no business training. We did a lot of research and were impressed so we went for it and I’ve never looked back."
    - Shawna N. Alberta
    Brand(s): Plato's Closet
  • "It's still just surreal to be a small business owner. It's very rewarding and I, and I'm very thankful."
    - Rena M. Greensboro, NC & High Point, NC
    Brand(s): Plato's Closet
  • "To me that's the best part of owning a business is being able to employ people and make a difference in their life."
    - Kate F. Cincinatti/Dayton, OH
    Brand(s): Plato's Closet, Once Upon A Child
  • "It changed my whole life."
    - Marnie M. Terre Haute, IN & Bloomington, IN & Indianapolis, IN
    Brand(s): Style Encore, Plato's Closet, Once Upon A Child
  • "I needed that support. I was young, I didn't have a lot of background or, classes in college, in business, on the business side of things."
    - Jordan P. Jonesboro, AR
    Brand(s): Style Encore, Plato's Closet, Once Upon A Child