About the Vanguard Cleaning Systems® Brand Founded in 1984, the Vanguard Cleaning Systems® organization is built upon over 2,500 independently owned and operated franchised commercial cleaning businesses, which are licensed and supported by a network of more than 50 independent Area Franchise offices throughout North America. Vanguard® franchised commercial cleaning businesses service more than 15,000 businesses, healthcare companies, educational facilities, and non-profit organizations. The Vanguard® brand has consistently been included among the top 50 franchises of Entrepreneur magazine’s annual Franchise 500 List. Learn more about the Vanguard Cleaning Systems franchise organization at www.vanguardcleaning.com.