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Award winning Innovation by InXpress InXpress are extremely pleased to have been named winners of the bfa HSBC Brand Innovation award at this year’s 2017 Awards event.
OSCAR Pet Foods rewards success! Huge congratulations to Samantha Parkes for winning the OSCAR Pet Foods sponsored prize for the 'Top Nutritional Portfolio'. A glass plaque and a cheque for £250 has been awarded for her achievement in gaining a Foundation Degree (Fdsc) in Animal Studies - Welfare of Animals (Health Care Management) at Lancashire based Myerscough College.
Honorary AIA Membership for TaxAssist Chief Karl Sandall, Group Chief Executive Director of TaxAssist Accountants, has been awarded honorary membership of the Association of International Accountants (AIA) in recognition of his contribution to accountancy and finance. The award ceremony took place at Marlborough House, Pall Mall, London on 26 July 2017.
Card Connection Appoints New Operations Manager Leading greeting card publisher and franchisor, Card Connection, has appointed Iona Binfield as its new Operations Manager following the recent retirement of Sandra Pavitt after 12 years’ service.
Summer Update and 3 New Franchisees for Trophy Pet Foods Trophy Pet Foods has never been a company that sits still! Many new developments, projects and an enhanced franchise package are being rolled out this year, such as the integration of a fresh revamped website and social media feeds, a bespoke CRM system for Trophy franchisees and 2 brand-new social media adverts.
What do a former nurse, IT management consultant and a learning mentor all have in common? Despite coming from such diverse backgrounds, all three have just launched their brand-new Tutor Doctor franchises across the UK! Lisa Maclean, Shantanu Gupta and Jonathan Parks each share a common vision: to empower the young people in their local communities to achieve their potential.
Card Connection is Worth the Wait for Croydon Franchisee Leading greeting card publisher and franchisor, Card Connection, has announced its franchisee for Croydon, Nishan Jeyakumar, has grown the number of retail clients he supplies by 10% since he joined the Company at the end of last year. Nishan who previously worked as an employee for Card Connection’s Sutton and Kingston franchisee, had always wanted to run his own business but needed to wait for three years before a suitable Card Connection franchise became available.
Office Transformation for Deaf Children's Charity In line with a national rebrand, the National Deaf Children’s Society has revamped its offices across the UK with a little help from Signs Express.
Increasing the Credibility of an OSCAR Franchise OSCAR Pet Foods is the only pet food franchise that provides a unique Ofqual qualification in Companion Animal Nutrition. By including this valuable business development in its comprehensive training programme, OSCAR ensures that franchisees have a higher level of expertise and even more credibility when advising clients about pet nutrition.
Papa John's Takes Slice of the Market in Europe Papa John’s International announced it is expanding in Europe. The world’s third largest pizza delivery company, founded in the USA in 1984, now has more than 5,000 stores in 45 international markets and territories.
Belvoir expands franchise support team Belvoir’s commitment to its multi-brand strategy and future network growth has continued over the past 12 months, with a 40% increase in the number of staff based at the company’s Central Office in Grantham, Lincolnshire.
ERA retain Franchisor of the Year crown! For the second year in a row, Expense Reduction Analysts (ERA) have been named Bronze Franchisor of the Year by the British Franchise Association (BFA).
Discover Scottish franchise opportunities Discovery Days are insight days into a franchise, usually held at a head office or in Signs Express’ case, their dedicated UK Franchise Support Centre in Norwich. They understand that it can be a challenge for those that live further away to attend, so are making your life, just that little bit easier and taking their Discovery Day on the road to Scotland.
Revive! Director tops Industry Power List Cathryn Hayes QFP, franchise director at Revive! UK has been named as one of the 20 most powerful women in franchising worldwide.
New owner at Driver Hire's Derby franchise The Derby office of leading recruitment franchise, Driver Hire, has a new owner – Kathy Wylie. Before buying Driver Hire Derby, Kathy worked in property development and, prior to that, retail banking.
The Subway? brand's Regional Development Agents takeover new territory The Subway® brand is pleased to announce its development region for Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire is now under the management of new Regional Development Agents. Bob Dalgarno, Liam Dalgarno and Adrian Johnson have taken over the Development Agent contract for the region, and will now be driving forward growth of the Subway® brand throughout the territory.
Discover Scottish Franchise Opportunities for Signs Express Discovery Days are insight days into a franchise, usually held at a head office or in Signs Express’ case, their dedicated UK Franchise Support Centre in Norwich. They understand that it can be a challenge for those that live further away to attend, so are making your life, just that little bit easier and taking their Discovery Day on the road to Scotland.
Silver Blades Ice Rinks Puts Papa John?s Pizza on The Menu Leading pizza franchise, Papa John’s, has announced it is to open in Silver Blades Ice Rinks in Gillingham, Kent. Silver Blades in Gillingham, will soon be able to serve-up Papa John’s pizza plus pizza party packages designed to enhance the overall experience of all those enjoying ice hockey matches and skating at the rink.
Join dog owners across the UK in the 'Bring Your Dog To Work Day' on Friday 23rd June 2017 There’s one day in the year when it’s official - you can bring your dog to work! Founded and organised by Hownd it encourages dog owners to become involved and bring their career-seeking canines to enjoy one day of stealing the limelight. Time spent in each other’s company is all part of bonding a relationship.
New TaxAssist shop launches in Chadwell Heath Local businesswoman Raiyhana Noorgat and her partner Zubair Patel have opened a new TaxAssist Accountants shop, offering a dedicated service to small businesses in Chadwell Heath.
Driver Hire franchisee is national finalist Donald McClymont, owner of Driver Hire Ayrshire & Dumfries, is into the final round of the British Franchise Association (bfa) HSBC ‘Franchisee of the Year’ awards, nominated in the ‘Customer Focus’ category.
Card Connection Celebrates 25 Years as a Franchisor! Card Connection this year celebrates 25 years as a franchishor! Since starting in 1992 they have become an award-winning business with currently over 65 franchises across the UK and Ireland.
Belvoir's Tough Mudders raise over ?700 for Parkinson's UK! Seven members of Belvoir’s franchise support team from Central Office took part in a gruelling sponsored Tough Mudder Half at the weekend, raising hundreds of pounds for Parkinson’s UK.
Marathon Marks Milestone Mark Llewellyn, managing director of Revive!, the UK’s leading smart repair franchise, completed his 20th fundraising run earlier this month, running in the Draycote Water Half Marathon and 10K. In total has raised over £20,000 for the charity Children with Cancer.
Card Connection Recognises Retailer for Highest Increase in Sales
Leading greeting card publisher and franchisor, Card Connection, has recognised a retailer for the highest increase in sales of Mother’s Day cards.North East Convenience, based in South Shields, recorded a 28% increase in sales compared to last year, following an effort to link purchases and provide a prime spot for a special Mother’s Day card display.
The InXpress Convention: Alive With Vision Fresh from our InXpress Convention in May, the excitement within our franchise continues to grow, long after everyone finished their drinks, shook hands, and said goodbye.
It is at our annual convention that you really get a feel for how the InXpress network – or should we say family – shines its light on past achievements, present inspirations and future goals.
Dame Kelly Holmes backs Premier's Golden Mile Campaign! In May 2017, Dame Kelly Holmes represented the UK’s Number 1 sports and physical activity provider and franchisor Premier Education Group, for the launch of their new Golden Mile campaign. Dame Kelly spoke on Sky Sunrise, BBC and The Chris Evans Breakfast Show, to name a few, supporting the campaign that is targeting primary school children to be more active and healthy.
Trophy Pet Foods Annual Conference 2017 On Monday 8th May 2017 Trophy held their annual franchisee conference. This annual conference is all about celebrating our achievements, talking about our plans for the forthcoming year and handing out our franchisee awards to our top achievers across a variety of platforms.
Kitchen makeover franchise Dream Doors hits 4 Million pounds in one Month! Dream Doors, the UK’s largest kitchen makeover company, is celebrating another record breaking year achieving a turnover of more than £4Million in March this year. This milestone marks the largest turnover the company has ever achieved within a single month, proving that the Dream Doors model is getting stronger by the year.
New franchisee for Revive! Revive!, the UK’s leading mobile provider of minor paint and bodywork repairs for vehicles and alloy wheels, has opened for business in Blackburn offering a top-quality service to car dealerships and private motorists throughout East Lancashire.
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What is Franchising? In our first step we look at what a franchise is and the two methods of franchising, as well as examing the advantanges and disadvantages of franchising.
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What's the best franchise to buy? When looking to buy a franchise, one of the most common questions we get asked is what is the best franchise in the UK? We've mislead you slightly with the title of this step as there is no such answer!
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Evaluating a Franchise When buying a franchise it is imperative that you do as much franchise research as possibl... there's no such thing as too much research!
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Applying for a Franchise Step 7 of our guide focuses on applying for a franchise. We look at how to narrow your list of franchise opportunities down to one or two, requesting information, attending an open day and what to expect at the interview.
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Preparing to launch your franchise You've now found the franchise for you and have signed on the dotted line. So what next? What do you need to do to prepare yourself for day one of trading?
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How to run a franchise business You've done all your research and picked the right franchise for you, now it's time to run your business. Your first day of trading will probably be both exciting and pretty scary at the same time!
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How do I fund, or raise finance, for a franchise in the UK? Our raising finance section will help you to identify the true cost of buying a franchise, what the ongoing fees are and what you can afford to invest. You will also find out how to approach the banks with confidence and prepare a business plan, as well as make an initial finance request.
Existing UK franchises for sale - franchise resales You may think you have to start a franchised business in the UK from scratch but this is not always the case. Many existing UK franchisees are looking to sell their franchise.
Case studies of people selling a franchise resale in the UK If you are thinking of buying a franchise resale, these interviews with franchisees who are looking to sell their franchise business, will give you a greater insight into the type of person who is suited to running the franchise as well as more information on the actual franchise business for sale.
Case studies of people who have brought a franchise resale in the UK If you have ever considered buying an existing franchise, the below stories from franchisees who bought a resale may inspire you to take the next step. These interviews highlight what made the franchisee decide to choose a franchise resale over starting a new franchise from scratch, why they chose their particular franchise, any challenges they had to overcome and the training and support they are offered. They give an insight into what a typical day is like for them and what advice they would offer anyone looking to buy a franchise resale.
Minuteman Press franchise for sale in Central London Selling price:£425,000
Established: Trading for over 15 years
No of Staff: Good team of professional staff is in place
clients: Small to medium and large sized business ranging from industrial to commercial infrastructure
ComputerXplorers franchise for sale in Edinburgh & East Lothian Established: 2009
clients: Local primary schools and event providers, previous customers include The Edinburgh Science Festival and Edinburgh Council to Historic Scotland, the National Trust for Scotland and Excel Sports Edinburgh.
Minuteman Press franchise for sale in Edinburgh Established: Trading for over 6 years
hours: normal Monday through to Friday business hours
clients: The business has a very active customer base with a lot of repeat business.
Agency Express franchise for sale in Dartford Established: Current franchisee has been trading for 6 years
No of Staff: Owner operated
hours: Monday to Friday with flexibility in hours
clients: Benefit from a strong portfolio of existing clients
Minuteman Press franchise for sale in Slough, Berkshire Selling price: £450,000
Established: Operating since 1992
No of Staff: 3
clients: The current location is surrounded with industrial and commercial infrastructure of small to medium sized businesses all of which is potential customers.
Minuteman Press franchise for sale in West Yorkshire Established: Trading for over 10 years
hours: normal Monday through to Friday business hours
clients: The business has a very active customer base with a lot of repeat business.
Signs Express franchise for sale in Liverpool and Wirral Established: 20+ years
hours: Normal business hours Monday-Friday
clients: Diverse range of customers working with some of Liverpool and Wirral's most successful businesses and organisations
Signs Express franchise for sale in Huddersfield Established: 2007
hours: Normal business hours Monday-Friday
clients: Diverse range of customers working with some of Huddersfield's most successful businesses and organisations
TruGreen franchise for sale in West Sussex Established: 2008
No of Staff: Owner operated business with additional part-time support where required
clients: 200+; potential to serve over 240,000 households
Buying a franchise that's for re-sale? Expert advice for you In this section, you will find comprehensive advice from a range of experts on buying a franchise resale. This includes the benefits of buying a resale versus buying a 'new' franchise, how to identify if it is worth the asking price, researching a resale to find the one that's right for you, business planning, how to obtain funding and what legal advice do you need to take.
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How to sell a franchise in 2023 - Practical advice for selling a franchise Here you can find advice from industry experts to help you prepare your franchise for sale. This includes how to put a value on your franchise and the steps to selling your business. We can help those looking for information on selling a franchise.
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Franchising legal advice and resources for franchises in the UK We cannot stress enough how important it is for you to take advice from an experienced franchise lawyer before signing any agreements. A franchise lawyer will make sure you fully understand what you are getting into and will stop you making any costly mistakes.
Legal Advice When Buying A Franchise in the UK (2023) When buying a franchise there are several franchise legal stages you need to go through. Before signing any franchise agreement or other franchise legal documents, it is vital that you seek legal advice from a solicitor who specialises in franchising.
Free Franchise Suitability Consultation Finding the franchise that is right for you can be quite daunting, but we can guide you through every step of the way.With over 25 years’ experience in franchising, we can give prospective franchises the best franchise advice and access to franchise opportunities of all types and investment levels.Please fill in the form below with your details and one of our experienced franchise advisors will be in touch to help find your perfect franchise.
Post your question to our franchise expert Phil Mowat - Ashtons Franchise Phil Mowat joined AFC in 2019 as a consultant and brings many years of experience in franchising to this new role. He has held a number of positions within the franchising sector, including director of Beauty Call franchise (a position he continues to hold), Head of UK Operations for Local Appliance Rentals and UK Country Director for Expense Reduction Analysts. Phil is a qualified business coach and held the position of National Strategic Partnership Manager for ActionCOACH UK.
Post your question to our franchise expert Andrew Fraser - Albany Fraser Andy Fraser is the founder of Albany Fraser Solicitors, a boutique commercial law firm with franchising at its heart. He set up Albany Fraser in 2019 with a view to helping franchisors and franchisees of all shapes and sizes make smarter franchising decisions. Andy is accredited by the British Franchise Association as a 'Qualified Franchise Professional' and is one of only a small number of lawyers in the UK to have been awarded this status. In addition to being a solicitor, Andy originally trained as a franchise consultant with one of the UK’s leading franchise consultancy practices where he worked on franchising projects for brands such as Ralph Lauren, American Eagle Outfitters, Esprit and Whittard of Chelsea.
Post your question to our franchise expert David Kaye - Spencer West David has extensive experience in advising franchisees and franchisors over many years. He is very involved in the retail sector advising several national retailers on their franchising requirements as well as the property aspects involved. David is a regular speaker at seminars for prospective franchisees and franchisors.
Post your question to our franchise expert Chris Roberts - Chantry Group Chris Roberts was appointed Chairman of the Chantry Group following the successful sale of Franchise Finance Limited to Hitachi Capital. Chris specialises in valuing franchisee, franchisor and bfa affiliate businesses and helping them to prepare for sale. He has many years’ experience of business planning, raising finance and business training having developed and delivered many business courses and workshops for a variety of organisations. Chris is a regular speaker at conferences and exhibitions etc.
Post your question to our franchise expert Penny Hopkinson - Manual Writers International Penny Hopkinson, Manual Writers has over 35 years' experience of writing manuals. We are a small Team of specialists in Franchising and Licensing who provide a bespoke service to clients who need to document their Know How and Business System. We advise and coach on how best to develop and publish an Operations Manual to impose and replicate uniformity and conformity across a developing franchise, licence or branch Network. Whatever their stage of development, we ensure that every Operations Manual is tailored to our client’s short and longer term requirements. Companion of the British Franchise Association.
Post your question to our franchise expert Marc Talbot - HSBC Marc Talbot is a Franchise Director for HSBC UK. Marc works closely with Franchisors, Franchisees and industry specialists, providing support to help them grow their businesses. Marc also works with brands that are considering Franchise as an alternative method of expanding their business both in the UK and Internationally. He has worked at HSBC for over 15 years in a variety of roles within the Commercial Bank from Relationship Management to Regional Leadership roles in Global Trade & Receivables Finance. The last 4 years has been spent working in Franchise; firstly on HSBC’s Global Proposition and then more recently as part of the UK team working with some of the largest brands in the industry.
Post your question to our franchise expert Suki Dehal QFP - Lloyds Bank Suki Dehal is Head of Franchising for Lloyds Bank. He has 11 years banking experience, including 6 in franchising. Suki is responsible for providing support to the Lloyds Bank Business Managers, assisting them in assessing proposals from prospective franchisees and ensuring that they have up to date information on the franchise systems operating within the UK. He works closely with franchisors to understand ongoing performance, training and support offered and any other developments that may affect the network.
Post your question to our franchise expert Brian Duckett - The Franchising Centre Testing Brian is a recognised leader in the franchise industry, both in the UK and around the world. He writes regularly for the UK franchising and business media and has presented at many seminars and workshops. Internationally, he writes regular features for franchising magazines in the USA, Europe, Australia and India and has spoken at franchise conferences on five continents. His writings include the widely respected book “How to Turn Your Business into The Next Global Brand – Creating and Managing a Franchised Network”.
Post your question to our franchise expert Alan Wilkinson - The Franchising Centre Alan is a recognised expert in the UK franchise industry. He writes regularly for the UK franchising and business media, and presents at many seminars, webinars and workshops. Alan, and the team at TFC, have always prided themselves on being practitioners rather than theorists, and are dedicated to helping clients achieve their business objectives. Click here to ask Alan a question
From diamonds to christmas decorating! Shobhna Jesa, a Great British Franchisee Winner of 2022, worked in a luxury diamond wholesale company before becoming a franchisee for The Christmas Decorators. Moving to London to open her own jewellery company, Shobhna started to look at other opportunities that she could do alongside her business. “I initially believed it to be a seasonal business which I could do in the winter months, but I have been swept off my feet with the success I have experienced year round, so much so that I never returned to the jewellery trade.”.
AWESOME CHIPS WOWS IN WOOD GREEN Kalpesh and Meeta Raja took over the Awesome Chips store in Wood Green in 2019. Having previously run successful petrol forecourts and been involved in growing a juice bar franchise it was time to try something different!.
Make a difference to shape children's futures through supplementary education In 2022, Minal Patel from the Kumon Pinner Study Centre celebrates her ten-year anniversary of being a Kumon Instructor! She remains as passionate and enthusiastic about Kumon and working with students today, as when she first decided to become an Instructor, a decade ago. Having also recently moved her centre to a permanent and custom designed premise in North Harrow, in North West London, it’s certainly an exciting time in her Kumon Instructor journey..
Meet Pia one of the latest franchisees to join The Christmas Decorators Pia Modha is one of the latest franchisees to join The Christmas Decorators, covering the North London area. Before starting with The Christmas Decorators, Pia worked in events for the City of London Corporation following her time at university studying International Business. “As both a creative and business minded individual, The Christmas Decorators seemed to be a perfect fit. The attraction of earning enough money between September and January and then using the rest of the year to grow the business for the following year interested me.”.
SALLY'S NEW CHALLENGE...OWNING A TECHCLEAN BUSINESS IS A HAPPY JOB! Every day on site, Sally Findlay, owner of Techclean London South West is greeted by smiling faces as she returns squeaky clean desktop IT to delighted employees. Sally set up the business three years ago and now employs a team of 11 people. She is no stranger to franchising or the Bardon group, having run one of the top Recognition Express franchises for over 15 years. .
If I think of my life as a jigsaw puzzle, Lingotot is the missing final piece! Reaching a pivotal point in her career, Priya Purryag was looking for a new business opportunity where she could become self-employed while also in a role that she could use her linguistic skills. For this a route into franchising ticked all the boxes. Discovering the Lingotot franchise allowed Priya to have the security of working with a successful business model, run and grow her own business while still using her skills and creativity..
New owner for Croydon Signs Express franchise Leading UK signs and graphic franchise Signs Express has a new owner in their Croydon store, Mark Merrick. Established in 1996, Signs Express Croydon has built up an excellent reputation over the years and as a result boasts a substantial customer database. Realising the potential of the business, and the scope to develop it further, Mark saw the resale opportunity as the perfect business opportunity for him..
Recognition Express franchise has what you need to make a successful business Hugh O'Neill knew of Recognition Express as they used to supply his last company badges. When he did my research, I was impressed with the quality of products I could supply, the margin that could be achieved, the low overhead costs and the support that would be offered..
Professionalism of Rosemary Bookkeeping franchise appealed to Mary Chadwich Mary Chadwick has previous experience in all aspects of payroll and accounting and, in 2004 she earned a CIPD qualification in HR. “I had wanted to work for myself for quite a few years but had never found the right opportunity until now. I think franchising is an excellent way to start your own business if you find the niche that suits you. Working on your own can be very lonely but having experienced, supportive people to back you up is extremely reassuring..
Freedom for Cafe2U franchise owner Darren launched his Cafe2U franchise in Ealing and enjoys being out of the rat-race and working for himself, with all the extra perks of the job..
Signs Express announces franchise business for sale in South Franchise business opportunities act as much safer option when starting in business and this is especially the case when looking at buying an existing franchise business as a resale option..
Unique proposition with Platinum Property Partners franchise In times of economic recession, maintaining good levels of cashflow in your business is more important than ever. Platinum Property Partners (PPP) is a unique franchise proposition which offers an opportunity that’s cash-positive from the outset. .
DESMOND NAMED DYNO-PLUMBING FRANCHISEE OF THE YEAR DJ & LJ Business Services Ltd, based in north-west London and active in the industry for less than three years, has been named as Dyno-Plumbing services Franchisee of the Year..
Signs Express Deliver for Eurostat Leading signs and graphics company, Signs Express have recently completed stunning vehicle graphics on a fleet of delivery vans for Eurostat Office Supplies..
Impressive Introduction to Business Steve Bennett became a Recognition Express franchisee after being impressed by their good track record. Steve now shares his secrets of success in operating a franchise..
The Flying Colours of Signs Express An exciting new initiative launched by the RAF captured the spirit of leading signs and graphics company, Signs Express (Wembley), when they were asked to provide striking vehicle wraps to two NASCAR racing cars. .
40th TaxAssist Accountants’Shop Front Office Opens! Debbie Corbett & Vince Dalaimo have now opened their
brand new shop front office in central London making them the 40th to do so in the TaxAssist Accountants network..
BRAWOLINER COVERAGE INCREASED IN THE CAPITAL Two Dyno-Rod franchisees operating in districts of North London have added the Brawoliner No-Dig drain repair system to their existing services for clients across the sectors..
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West London entrepreneur awarded for dedication to providing high-quality care Local businessman, Hammad Cheema, is celebrating with his team of carers and support staff, after the West London based in-home care business, Visiting Angels, is recognised with a prestigious award. Hammad, of West London, has been lauded with Great British Franchisee status at this year’s Great British Franchisee Awards..
NEW TAXASSIST ACCOUNTANT IN STREATHAM Mai Nghiem has recently joined the TaxAssist Accountants network covering the Streatham area. A qualified Chartered Accountant, Mai has long held the ambition to run her own practice and is looking forward to introducing herself and explaining more about her range of services to small businesses and individual taxpayers..
Mathnasium's London Roll-Out Continues with the Opening of New Learning Centre in Stanmore Mathnasium of Stanmore, under the leadership of Mihir Shah, will be opening its doors at 413 Honeypot Lane, Stanmore on Monday 6th June, bringing fun and effective supplementary maths programmes to local children in Years 1 to 11. This marks the second of a trio of new openings in recent months with the Whetstone centre having launched in March and a new centre planned for Bromley also opening in the coming weeks..
Camile Thai Kitchen to open 2 new London outlets Camile Thai Kitchen, the healthy online delivery restaurant chain, have announced that they are opening 2 new London outlets in Islington and Croydon. This will bring the total of Camile’s in London to six..
Carewatch Wandsworth celebrates its launch Carewatch has launched in Wansworth. Amongst the many guests from all sections of the community were Jane Ellison, MP for Battersea, Balham and Wandsworth and Public Health Minister, Cllr. Ravi Govindia, Leader of Wandsworth Borough Council, The Mayor of Wandsworth (Cllr. Angela Graham) and Cllr.Jim Maddan, Wandsworth Borough Council's Cabinet Member responsible for Adult Care and Health..
Recognition Express supplies Eastenders star with charity vests Local business man Hugh O’Neill, owner of Recognition Express Bromley and Dartford, has sponsored former Eastenders star Brooke Kinsella and her celebrity friends to help with their fundraising activities for the Ben Kinsella Trust..
Caremark (Wandsworth) joins Citizens UK Social Care Campaign Caremark (Wandsworth)’s MD, James McCallum, has joined national community organising group, Citizens UK, a charity that works with communities to raise awareness of various social issues..
DYNO-SECURE FRANCHISE SPARKS FRESH AMBITION FOR MELIS For Melis Efstathiou, who originally trained as an electrician and spent several years working for BT as well as in the food industry, taking on a Dyno-Secure franchise has helped him realise his ambition to be his own boss. He has set himself exacting goals for the development of this new enterprise. .
DESMOND NAMED DYNO-PLUMBING FRANCHISEE OF THE YEAR DJ & LJ Business Services Ltd, based in north-west London and active in the industry for less than three years, has been named as Dyno-Plumbing services Franchisee of the Year. .
The Flying Colours of Signs Express An exciting new initiative launched by the RAF captured the spirit of leading signs and graphics company, Signs Express (Wembley), when they were asked to provide striking vehicle wraps to two NASCAR racing cars..
Select franchise provides ideal business for Robin With 17 years experience working for small, medium and global recruitment companies, Robin McKee identified his own ideal role – running his own staffing business with the backing of the UK’s leading recruitment franchisor..
Potential with ElecLocal franchise Rob Prior started his Eleclocal franchise business in East London and shares his experiences of 'taking the plunge'..
Franchise event arrives in Reading This September sees the Royal Berkshire Conference Centre at the Madejski Stadium host the Thames Valley Franchise Show for the first time – an event showcasing over 40 Thames Valley based franchise & business opportunities for sale. .
LOCAL MOLLY MAID SCOOPS THREE TOP AWARDS At the Saturday night Gala dinner Imellda Courtney, from MOLLY MAID Bromley and Greenwich hardly got to sit down for all the awards that she was winning..
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH BEK HALIL Fish and chip shops have always been a big part of Bek Halil’s life. Numerous members of his family have owned them over the years with his grandfather being one of the first migrants from Cyprus to enter the fish and chip trade. His mother established Beks in 1989 but wanted Bek to go to university and do something different. “I had a great career in banking as well as working for food safety and health and safety firms. Whilst I was learning within my profession, I was implementing all these strategies into my mother’s fish and chip business.” Whilst Bek originally got involved to formulate an exit strategy for his mother who was approaching retirement age, he soon realised that the business had grown to such a scale that there was an opportunity to develop it further. This has led them to franchising their proven model!
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HUSBAND-AND-WIFE DUO MAKING A FLYING START TO THEIR ANYTIME FITNESS JOURNEY Opinder and Shallu Kaushal are the perfect example of turning a passion into a business. The pair opened their first Anytime Fitness club in April 2022 in the Berkshire town of Maidenhead, making a fantastic impression on the local community. While working as part of the family jewellery business, Opinder was a member at an Anytime Fitness club which began to fuel his interest in owning one himself.
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A love for travel leads to The Travel Franchise Matt and Ashley Phillips became Not Just Travel consultants in April 2022. Both had always worked in the corporate world for big blue-chip companies, but after a near death experience in 2017, they realised that they were fed up working long hours for other people. This led them to buy a fish and chip shop in the Lake District. After building it into a successful multi-unit business, they decided to sell and take time out to travel. It was this love for travel that led them to The Travel Franchise.
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Taking on the Challenge It’s perhaps not that common to hear homecare franchises suggested as the ideal option for young people starting out in business. “A lot of people do it as a second career, but it’s often overlooked as the first. I would highly recommend it for some people as their starting career,” says Hannah Drury. It isn’t really a surprising comment to come from Hannah, though – she became Operations Director of Caremark Epsom & Ewell, Reigate and Banstead at the remarkably young age of 25.
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"UBX TICKED ALL THE BOXES FOR ME". INTERVIEW WITH UBX UK FRANCHISE OWNER, LAWRENCE BINGHAM Lawrence spent the early stages of his career in the health and fitness industry, working for the likes of David Lloyd and Bannatyne’s. After setting up his own telecoms business and building his property portfolio, Lawrence returned to the fitness industry for his next business opportunity. In this interview, Lawrence explains why he chose to partner with UBX and his plans for growing the business.
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Meet Faye, our pilot franchisee, who has been a business owner with Bright & Beautiful since 2009 Faye Roddy has been the Bright & Beautiful franchisee in Altrincham since 2009. Before buying the franchise over 10 years ago, single mum Faye worked five jobs to support her young family. After several years of working part time at Bright & Beautiful, Faye seized the opportunity to become her own boss when she was offered the chance to invest in a pilot franchise and run the Altrincham branch. A successful businesswoman and well known locally, Faye has married a hugely supportive partner, Chris, and expanded her family to include three children - Aaron, Morgan and Charlotte.
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When buying a franchise what factors should you be aware of? Buying into a franchise is an extremely considered purchase and it’s one that requires a vast amount of research. You’ll want to ensure that the business opportunity you invest in provides you with the best opportunity for success.
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From university lecturer to Drain Doctor franchise owner University lecturer Adam Thomson joins Drain Doctor and moves from teaching Economics to delivering an essential service to his community in Central Scotland and the surrounding areas. “Drain Doctor appealed to me because it is an instantly recognisable brand, with decades of hard work invested in its reputation for professionalism and integrity.”. Adam talks about the first 12 months of his Drain Doctor journey.
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Turning a passion for care into a rewarding business Bunmi Ganiyu came to the UK from Nigeria to study marketing at Edinburgh Napier University. "I fell in love with homecare as a postgraduate student. Now as a Walfinch homecare franchisee I’m running a thriving business in a sector that I love."
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A Business Built on Motivation and Hard Work Husband and wife team Stephen and Ciorsdan Price first met over 30 years ago on a blind date organised by their respective cousins. Now 37 years later, and recent recipients of a long service award, they work side by side running Recognition Express West Scotland, one of the top five performing businesses in the network.
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Interview with Founders of Little Dreams Consulting Franchise UK-based sleep consultants Little Dreams Consulting Ltd have launched a franchise which means more families can get help to ensure they get a better night’s sleep! Their advice has been featured in the Times, Telegraph, ITV regional news, BBC radio, podcasts and in several local papers, and has also resulted in them winning numerous awards - it has been a busy few years for the company! We spoke to founders Jenna Wilson and Fay Smith to find out more about their franchise journey
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Established children's computer business for sale in SE Scotland Lynne Kerr is the South East Scotland franchisee for ComputerXplorers, an established and well-respected children’s computing franchise that Lynne has been running successfully since 2009. Lynne is now looking to sell her business, “I have run the business for over 12 years now and feel it’s time to take on a new challenge. I started the business when my youngest was 9 months old. She is now 13 years old and at High School!”
This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a low cost, lifestyle-based business with a steady income stream in a rapidly growing market.
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Buying a franchise was life changing for me - the best career decision I ever made! Paul Clarke was delighted to find a business that allowed him to utilise the skills he had gained during a 30 year career in finance. Paul opened his UK Business Mentoring franchise in Manchester in 2017. “I always had a desire to run my own business but wanted a framework and support mechanism to ensure success. Mentoring business owners is a priviledge and allows me to utilise all the skills and technical knowledge I have gained whilst supporting owners to achieve their full potential. UKBM were clearly the best I looked at and I did look at many.”
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Meet Pia one of our newest franchisees Pia Modha is one of the latest franchisees to join The Christmas Decorators, covering the North London area. Before starting with The Christmas Decorators, Pia worked in events for the City of London Corporation following her time at university studying International Business. “As both a creative and business minded individual, The Christmas Decorators seemed to be a perfect fit. The attraction of earning enough money between September and January and then using the rest of the year to grow the business for the following year interested me.”
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Husband and wife team is perfect combination for running a Home Instead franchise Judy and Will Clay are active members of the Home Instead network and a very integral part of their local community in Kendal, Cumbria. Realising she wanted to step away from the corporate world, Judy began working as a house manager at a retirement development for older people, where she learnt about Home Instead and the exceptional care they provide. “As we shared the ethos of the company, this sparked our interest, we realised that we wanted to become Home Instead franchise owners. As husband and wife team with strengths in both business management and care, we work well together and feel this makes a perfect combination to run a home care franchise.”
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New TRIB3 franchisee talks about his journey so far Thomas Hampton has only been opened a month but already knows that becoming a TRIB3 owner is one of the best decisions he has ever made. Fed up with corporate life, Thomas was keen to do something more entrepreneurial. After falling in love with HIIT training, he decided he wanted to start his own fitness studio. However, without the necessary skills and experience, he soon realised he couldn’t do it alone. Turning to franchising, Thomas soon came across TRIB3, which was everything he had wanted and visioned in a gym – including essential support before he had even opened his doors! Thomas opened his TRIB3 Southampton in January 2022.
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Interview with award-winning Bluebird Care franchisees Kevin and Tracey McCormack, Bluebird Care Franchise owners for over a decade talk in more detail about what it is really like to “own a franchise” following being announced finalists of 3 prestigious awards last year.
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Interview with Favorite Chicken & Ribs franchisee Michelle Yogarajah 2022 sees Michelle Yogarajah celebrate her 10th anniversary as a Favorite Chicken franchisee. Michelle bought over an existing Favorite store in Rayleigh, Essex. They have benefited from being part of a well-known brand and from the support and training they have received. Despite being hands on, Michelle still gets to spend quality time with her family. They are currently looking to open a second store..
Bek's Secure Franchising Investment with a "Big Fish" Bek’s are delighted to announce Dean Haynes from CGOL Restaurants Ltd as their first ever franchisee. This will mean that Bek’s plan to open a second store in spring in a location yet to be announced as we are finalising planning.
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Celebrating 20 years with ChipsAway! Spending long periods of time working for other people can lead many to want to start their own business. Some feel destined to be entrepreneurs, in control of their own workload and driven to achieve success. This is the case for Arran Benstead. Having spent some time working at a brake linings factory following university, he was in no doubt that his future involved working for himself. 20 years later, he’s never looked back.
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Anytime Fitness multi-unit franchisee achieves success with diversified franchise portfolio Raj Hasib is the perfect example of the success that can be achieved by diversifying a franchise portfolio into health and fitness. Having initially owned hospitality franchises and becoming disillusioned with ever-decreasing profit margins, he now successfully operates two Anytime Fitness health clubs and is making both a healthy living and a healthy difference in Headington and Daventry.
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Anytime Fitness is the perfect model for scalability Alongside his father Steve, Connor Thorne is a young, ambitious entrepreneur who is breaking new ground for Anytime Fitness UK. Having taken the brand to two new territories of Jersey and Guernsey in 2021, he now successfully operates 4 high-performing clubs and is enjoying significant success as a multi-site operator. “We knew that there’d be scalability with Anytime Fitness. Once you get the first one right with the right formula, there’s no reason why you can’t improve it and roll it into the next one and so on.”
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Davina's 5 year' Daisy Business Growing from Strength to Strength From corporate hospitality to business owner, Davina is celebrating her 5th successful year running a Driving Miss Daisy Franchise in Kingswinford, nr Dudley. A REAL PEOPLE PERSON and keen snooker player, Davina describes herself as gregarious and enjoys a good chat! This has helped her win the hearts of the residents in her local community resulting in an excellent reputation and the go to provider for transportation and companionship services.
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Sports Legend to Community Hero! Stevie Lyle, dad of 2 boys and a 3rd due soon, is literally one in a million representing Wales and GB for over 23 years at the highest level of Ice Hockey - a sport not for the faint hearted! HOLDING 83 CAPS FOR GREAT BRITAIN, he is the most capped Ice Hockey player the country has ever had and aged 17 he became the Junior Welsh Sports Personality of the Year too. Stevie is now the Driving Miss Daisy franchisee for Cardiff.
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Q&A with Mike Cruz – Optic-Kleer Franchisee since 2012 Mike has been a franchisee with Optic-Kleer since 2012. He operates his franchise in Lincolnshire, in and around the areas of Boston, Spalding, Sleaford and Skegness. Mike has had many years of experience repairing windscreens, as previously he worked for another windscreen repair company.
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An optimistic Optic-Kleer future Julian Rolfe is no stranger to running his own business. The avid sports fan and savvy businessman, who sold his share of a previous business two years ago, acquired the Oxfordshire Optic-Kleer territory in early 2021. As someone who has real passion for business, but equally loves spending time with his family, the work-life balance available with the Optic-Kleer franchise was exactly what Julian had been looking for.
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Interview with Andrea White, multi-unit Razzamataz operator Andrea White has been the Principal of Razzamataz Bognor since 2014 and has just opened Razzamataz Horsham. “I needed a kickstart. I knew how slowly it takes to build an independent school, so I looked at the franchise route and Razzamataz was the most appealing.”
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Interview with TRIB3 Manchester franchisee Katie Kopka Katie Kopka opened the doors to her TRIB3 boutique gym in Manchester in November. Katie is a great example of someone who decided to look outside the box and use the advantage of franchising allowing you to enter an industry you have no previous experience in. Katie decided to focus on her passion for fitness and it was an off chance reading an article in The Guardian about boutique gyms that she came across TRIB3. And liking what she read, she called them immediately. Katie talks to us about opening after a pandemic, the support she received, the challenges to date and what she would do differently, finding the right people to work with you and her plans to open her second gym.
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A Kleerly successful start Laurence has been a franchisee with Optic-Kleer since 2015. He operates his franchise in around the areas of Swindon, Newbury, Marlborough and Oxford. Previously, Laurence worked for many years as a parts manager for a well- known German car manufacturer.
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Interview with German Doner Kebab (GDK) multi-unit franchisee Gavin Sahota Gavin Sahota is the current owner of 7 GDK restaurants. Having worked his way up the career ladder at Domino’s Pizza, Gavin understands franchising and what makes an exciting brand and scaleable franchise opportunity. And so, when he started to hear good things about GDK, he decided to visit the stores and try the products, to see first-hand why everyone was talking about GDK. Hugely impressed with the concept, he decided to take his interest further. Gavin launched his first restaurant in 2019. He now plans to add to his 7 stores, securing his future with GDK. Read Gavin’s story.
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Interview with Minuteman Press Southampton franchisee Duncan Parker is the owner of the Minuteman Press printing and marketing franchise in Hedge End, Southampton. He started franchising with Minuteman Press in August 2021 and shares his insights on running the business, operating as an essential business during the pandemic, why he chose Minuteman Press, and what advice he would give to other aspiring franchisees.
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Business Doctors ‘leading the way’ in leadership after recent award success Business Doctors are finishing 2021 in style after bringing home the BFA HSBC award for Leadership & Culture at this year’s ceremony. The prize was contended by a host of worthy entries, but it was Business Doctors who successfully secured the accolade after their incredible efforts throughout 2021.
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Pillow Partners franchisees start business during Covid...and continue to thrive Furloughed during Covid gave Naomi Turrell the time and inspiration to start looking at options for being her own boss. She decided she wanted to use her own experience in hospitality and property management to start a business looking after people’s holiday homes. Whilst initially planning to do it herself, the research led to Pillow Partners. The brand and concept of being part of a franchise had instant appeal. Leanne Penn initially was helping Naomi with the admin side of her business but seeing how successful it was becoming, gave her the push to look at joining the franchise too. They both now run adjoining territories together as partners.
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Mum of 3 juggles running her own business alongside family life...and loves it! Nicki Dack, busy mum of 3, started her Mini Athletics franchise in 2019. Previously working for another children’s sport franchise, Nicki found a love for working with children and a desire to run her own business. After much research, Nicki came across Mini Athletics and realised it was the franchise for her. She now runs Mini Athletics Southampton and Eastleigh alongside her busy family life, and loves it!
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Buying a Chemex resale was a "no brainer" Having worked for many years in ancillary sales Matt Proud realised that the time had come to run his own business. It quickly became obvious to him that Chemex as a leading supplier of cleaning and hygiene products blended perfectly with his original business ideas and at the same time expanded the opportunity that he could see in the region.
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Starting a business in a pandemic Little did Martin Winfield know that when he decided to start is own business, a pandemic was just round the corner! Fed up with the long commutes, Martin had decided the time was right to start his own business and take control of his life.
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From employee to franchisee Based in Cornwall, Simon White & Co, covers both Cornwall and Plymouth. Simon was an employee of Autoglym until 1988 when he made the leap to Sales Specialist and decided to take on his own franchise. He has one mobile showroom, two people in the business and works alongside his wife.
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Experienced business owners with a passion for all things automotive GBR Autocare was founded by Autoglym Sales Specialists Sam Wray and Rick Gerard, two experienced business owners with a passion for all things automotive and every Autoglym product. Having both used Autoglym separately for over 25 years in both a personal and professional capacity, the opportunity to combine forces and become part of the Autoglym Franchise family arose and it was not to be missed.
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Motor enthusiast has been part of Autoglym for 24 years Based in Marlborough, Wiltshire, Philip Marsh & Co cover Bristol, North Somerset, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and East Dorset. A proud Marlburian born and bred, Sales Specialist Philip and his right hand man Phil Kearley, head out in their mobile showrooms each day to serve the good people of their district.
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Dedicated support helped Paul Mitchell build a multi-van operation Autoglym Sales Specialist Paul Mitchell heads up the team at Premium Autocare. Covering a large area, it will come as no surprise that Paul operates a number of vans with support behind the scenes too. The franchise was not always this large though, and it was through hard work and determination that Paul and the team are where they are today.
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Member of the Autoglym family since 1999 Based in Devon, Ian Stainton & Co cover East Devon, parts of Somerset and Dorset. Autoglym Sales Specialist Ian has been a member of the Autoglym family since 1999 and like several other franchisees was first introduced to the brand working in a previous business.
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Trusted brand name led Branson Poyner to Autoglym Autoglym Sales Specialist Branson Poyner already had experience working with Autoglym at BMW and Volvo before he decided to establish his own Autoglym franchise in the West Midlands over 20 years ago.
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Experienced franchising expert finding success as a Minuteman Press franchisee Philip Milburn is the owner of the Minuteman Press printing and marketing franchise in Norwich. Philip has great experience in franchising including growing his own franchise business to 58 franchisees, working for one of the largest franchise service brands in the world, and helping HomeServ expand their gas business franchise network. Daunted with all the travelling, Philip decided to look at opportunities closer to home. Buying a franchise was the obvious choice and with experience in printing, he started researching opportunities. Minuteman Press stood out and after much research he opened his Minuteman Press franchise in 2018.
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When it comes to plans for the future, I can’t wait to grow the business With over 30 years of commercial management experience in a family furniture manufacturing company, Andrew Mitchell was lucky to bring many logistical and organisational skills to his OSCAR business. Learn about Andrew's journey and the advice he would give to somebody looking at a new OSCAR franchise opportunity...
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Key to success for WPA franchisee is longevity Claire Amos had worked in health insurance most of her working life. When she joined WPA in 1994, the company hadn’t started franchising and so with no fixed territory, she had to build a portfolio of clients from scratch. Fast forward 27 years, and Claire is as excited to be part of WPA now as she was then.
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Read Our Q & A With Monica, Founder of Lingotot South Havering We’ve been catching up with Monica who founded Lingotot South Havering in February of 2021. Lingotot South Havering offer a number of interactive language classes for numerous ages. You can find out more about them and what services they offer here.
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Making a career out of doing something you love When Matthew Preston decided he wanted to go into business for himself, he decided he wanted to start a business doing something he loved, photography. “It is difficult to explain the difference between getting up in the morning and going to work because you have to and doing it because you want to, but that has been the reality of the past three years for me. In all honesty, my only regret in not doing it much sooner as the last three years have been the best of my working life.”
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Redundancy creates new opportunity for Ovenclean franchisee The Coronavirus pandemic saw swathes of people furloughed and, later, made redundant from their job roles. Many had been in the same career for decades and knew nothing else, so quickly had to find an alternative opportunity. For Kevin, being made redundant offered the chance to change his lifestyle and achieve greater job satisfaction, with an Ovenclean franchise.
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Lockdown easier to manage due to being part of an established franchise network Having only launched their business in January 2020, Mark and Daisie Griffiths didn’t have much time to build the business before Covid-19 hit. Thanks to being part of the Franchise Brands network, the pair were safe in the knowledge their jobs were safe when restrictions came into place.
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New career path leads to Ovenclean A previously uninspiring job role which focused on negative customer experiences left Pam unhappy in her career. Her supportive husband, who recognised how fantastic she was at working with the public, encouraged her to seek a new path. Together, they researched franchise opportunities and came across Ovenclean. Now, she’s happier than ever before.
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Turning trauma into triumph After almost two decades dedicating his passion to the NHS, James Rimmer launched his Expense Reduction Analysts (ERA) franchise in April 2021. Following the turmoil of the COVID-19 pandemic, James went through his very own challenges and was presented with the opportunity to set his sights on something new. Combining his wealth of knowledge with a fresh perspective on the direction of his career, ERA piqued his interest.
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Scotland’s biggest Jo Jingles franchisee wins industry honour Owning a pre-school music, singing and movement class business has kept Leigh Duke on her toes for 14 years - and because she’s always kept a step ahead of the competition, she’s just won the Great British Franchisee Award, too.
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Turning trauma into triumph with ActionCOACH In 2013, as Cassandra Bodington attempted to run her sandwich shop from a hospital bed, she realised things had to change. When she was well enough to get back to business, two goals were set: getting the business to a point where it could operate without her and, when it reached that point, ensuring other business owners didn’t have to go through the same stress.
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Meet Nikki and Niamh:TRIB3 Ireland Area Development Partners Nikki Dempsey and Niamh McCreery, our new multi-unit franchise partners, have exclusive territory rights to Ireland with an eight-site development deal. They joined the TRIB3 family earlier this year, supported by their partners who have a wealth of experience in the fitness market. We are thrilled to partner with them to bring the TRIB3 experience to Ireland, with their first store opening in Q4 2021.
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ChipsAway's youngest franchisee joins network during the pandemic and hasn't looked back As an entrepreneurial student, Brandon Akerman was unsure where his path would take him when he finished university in the midst of a pandemic, in June 2020. Looking for the perfect balance between self-employment and a ready-made business portfolio, Brandon was encouraged to consider a role with ChipsAway by his dad.
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Six months on as a franchisee - Neil Grainger's franchise journey Greensleeves’ 100th Franchisee Neil Grainger has just completed his first six months with the lawncare company. Since investing with the franchise and launching in the fabulous coastal town of Bournemouth, Neil’s business has gone from strength to strength and is already treating the lawns of 132 customers.
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article.cfm?articleid=4296 In order to maintain brand integrity, we carefully select the franchise partners who are to join our brand by inviting prospective business owners to an interview with our ServiceMaster Clean Contract Services Brand Leader, Guy Strang.
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“Being part of a franchise network is the best of both worlds" Hannah Campbell joined TaxAssist Accountants in 2014 when she was 24. Here she shares her inspiring journey working her way up from Assistant Practice Manager to Franchisee, operating in Dalkeith, Leith, Fairmilehead and Musselburgh in Scotland, all before the age of 30.
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"I watched the company grow from strength to strength" Russell Chapman had extensive accounting experience with several large high street banks and accountants before deciding the time was right to establish his own TaxAssist practice.
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Franchisee comes out of retirement after impressive discovery day Paul Simpson was so impressed when he attended a Discovery Day that he decided to come out of retirement and set himself one further challenge before retiring fully. Paul had a successful career in financial services as a banker, IFA and Estate Planner spanning over 35 years, before selling his business in 2019.
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Business Doctors' ability to make businesses better wins award Helping small business owners find the most lucrative path to success has turned out to be the route to recognition for Wicus Van Biljon in the Great British Franchisee Awards. “What a client wants is not necessarily what he needs,” says Wicus, whose background in accountancy helps him get to the nitty-gritty when analysing clients’ businesses and prospects.
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Chipsaway owner's shining example earns him a Great British Franchisee Award As a soldier, Andrew Darby knew how to keep his body in shape - and he’s spent 21 years in Civvy Street keeping other people’s car bodies in shape so successfully that he’s just won a Great British Franchisee Award. The owner of ChipsAway in Cambridge and Huntingdon has built up his business from a single mobile man-and-van operation to three, added new territories to his original franchise area, and opened a car care centre as well as an accident repair centre, creating jobs as well as greater profits.
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Red carpet treatment for award-winning Servicemaster franchisee Siva Is there anyone on the planet who didn’t think Siva Kugathas would win the Great British Franchisee Award? The owner of ServiceMaster in Guildford has transformed lives, raised standards, pushed envelopes, inspired others, and indulged in some serious philanthropy - as well as taking the annual turnover from £100,000 to more than £2 million in just four years.
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If the other man's grass really is greener, blame award-winning Jonathan Bell Lawn-care expert Jonathan Bell hasn’t been letting the grass grow under his feet despite the pandemic - and his constant nurturing of the business has won him a major award. Jonathan, owner of TruGreen in Downlands, Newbury, is one of the first recipients of the prestigious Great British Franchisee Awards.
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Merry Maids boss cleans up in Great British Franchisee Awards Impeccable service and crisis management come naturally to Gary Rolfe, so it’s hardly surprising that the owner of Merry Maids in Kingston-Upon Thames has won a major award in the middle of a pandemic. Despite everything that lockdowns, social distancing, and ever-changing regulations could throw at him, the cleaning company boss has emerged as one of the first recipients of the prestigious Great British Franchisee Award.
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Award is crowning achievement for Stuart - king of the couriers! Think of everything that’s ever irritated you about couriers, and then forget it. There is one out there who’s really, genuinely concerned about giving the customer-service we all dream of - and that’s why he’s just won the Great British Franchisee Award. Stuart Vant, owner of the InXpress franchise in Cambridgeshire, calls it going the extra mile - and he and his staff do, literally, if it means they can avoid letting a recipient down.
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How Covid forced a franchisee to become even more successful Necessity is the mother of invention - and Emma Winterbourne, a young mum herself, has won a prestigious award for being the very embodiment of that spirit of survival. Emma, owner of The Creation Station in Thame and Aylesbury, found her entire business model undermined by the Covid crisis, with no chance of delivering face-to-face crafts lessons and parties during lockdown.
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Nigel and Sally Bragg OSCAR Pet Foods Bridport “As fate would have it, our decision to take on an OSCAR re-sale business coincided with Covid-19 and we found ourselves launching our franchise during lockdown!"
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New franchisees at Peterborough recruitment business Driver Hire Peterborough has new owners, husband and wife team, Brian and Lin Kilroe. They’ve bought the business from long-standing franchisee, Ged Sanderson. “We had some money to invest in the UK and were looking for a new challenge. We visited several Driver Hire offices across the UK and concluded that it is a fantastic, well structured business with a strong brand within the industry.”
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Billy Makepeace - Access4Lofts Franchisee, Eastbourne After leaving his career of 19 in the construction industry as a quantity surveyor, Billy Makepeace wanted to give running his own business a try. Billy heard about Access4Lofts through a friend and spent a few days with an existing franchisee to really understand the trade before taking the steps to owning his own franchise. Learn more about Billy's transition to running his own business...
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Frustration in corporate life led Anne Williams to start her journey in Franchising with UKBM Anne Williams journey from franchising to running her own business started with an itch.
The itch was a sense of frustration in her previous role in corporate life. For years she had thought ‘There must be something else for me’, something that would give her satisfaction and a sense of purpose.
Here’s how Anne scratched that itch….
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Redundancy in late 50's is best thing to have happened! UK Business Mentoring franchisee jim Gorrie talks about how redundancy pushed him into starting a new career in his late 50's. "I still remember the day, place and time I got told my services were no longer required. I remember the shock, the anger, the feeling of loss - after forty years in the corporate world (thirty-five years with one organisation and nearly five with another) I was being cast aside. On reflection I know this wasn’t the case, but I am only human, and I can still recall the irrational range of thoughts and emotions running through my head. As it turned out, it was one of the best things that has happened to me."
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Children's computing franchise for sale in South East Scotland Looking for a better work / life balance and to be doing something she was passionate about, education and technology, led Lynne Kerr to ComputerXplorers. Lynne has been running her ComputerXplorers children’s computing franchise in South East Scotland since 2009. Now over 12 years later, Lynn is looking to sell her established business. Find out about Lynne’s journey with ComputerXplorers and why it is a great opportunity for anyone looking to secure a low cost, lifestyle-based business with a steady income stream in a rapidly growing market.
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Embracing education with open arms From a young age, Ash Obhrai had been surrounded by educators. With his father as a GCSE Maths examiner, mother as an A-Level Art & Design teacher and aunt as a successful primary school teacher, it was only a matter of time before he too would venture into academia. After working as a tutor alongside his corporate career for 15 years, he decided to turn the tables and launch his own Tutor Doctor business in 2017.
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Valerie purchased her first HMO in 2015 and has built a portfolio of 7 properties Armed with integrity and belief in herself, Valerie has gone on to build a portfolio of seven HMOs with Platinum. ‘You have to be super rich to invest in property through a franchise like Platinum’. It’s a misconception we hear all the time – and one Valerie Highton’s inspirational story proves is simply not true.
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My TAB Franchise Story: Helen Mill (Aberdeenshire-East) Helen Mill talks about what drew her to become a franchisee with TAB. Based in Aberdeenshire, the proactive TAB team have not disappointed Helen in helping her franchise grow. Learn how Helen is stating one step ahead of the game with TAB...
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Not only did we earn back our initial investment in our first year but we did it twice! Charisnack Perth is run by a group of 4 family and friends from Poland and Hungary. Tibor Gorbics tells us their story. “We became a ChariSnack franchisee in February 2020. Our situation was unique in that we started our business just before the first lockdown in 2020! We were not sure at that time if we would still be in business by now. We have however seen growth and it is just the beginning of 2021! We are the living proof that Charisnack is a tried and tested business model and is truly “bulletproof’’.
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Cafe2U the obvious choice for a hospitality manager With financial support from family, Alan Fulton was able to get back in control of his work life and set up his Cafe2U franchise in Aberdeen South in August 2014. When he decided to start looking for a business Alan was no stranger to franchising as his father had bought a Chips Away franchise previously. However, he was looking for a beverage based franchise so he could utilise his previous experience but without the unsociable hours, therefore, Cafe2U seemed the perfect option for him.
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Rugbytots offers work life balance Laura Muir had a career in sales before taking the plunge and buying a franchise. Wanting a career that fitted around her family, Laura started to look at the options available to her. As her son attended Rugbytots, Laura knew the benefits of the classes for children and, aware of the lack of classes for younger children, Laura was keen to find out more. In March 2016, Laura bought the Midlothian Rugbytots franchise.
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Merry Maids franchise Inverness goes from strength to strength Bill purchased his Merry Maids license at the end of 2007 and began trading, in what was virgin territory, in January 2008. He has since then built his business up to be the third largest, by way of turnover, Merry Maids business in UK. During 2015, the territory was split and the eastern area, Merry Maids of Moray sold to a new franchisee. Bill was awarded UK Merry Maids franchisee of the year in 2015 and was provided with an expenses paid trip to the USA Merry Maids conference that year. Merry Maids of Inverness & East Highlands continues to grow at double digit rates year on year.
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A passion for restoration lead Kirk to Furniture Medic Glasgow Kirk Grannell has been Furniture Medic for Glasgow since 2016. Though Kirk’s background is mainly management, he’s always had an interest in restoring and repairing items. Kirk was aware of franchising and the benefits of buying into an established business, and so when they opportunity to buy an existing Furniture Medic franchise came up, Kirk jumped at the chance to find out more.
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Aspray franchisee makes a difference in his local community Customer focused franchisee, John Strange, explains how purchasing an Aspray franchise (a property damage claims management company) has given him the opportunity to make a difference within his local community in Glasgow, whilst building a successful and profitable business he and his family can be proud of. “I can honestly say I love every day and I am now financially secure. I have built up a very successful franchise and I take great pride in helping people.” John loves his business so much that he is looking to purchase another territory within the next 12 to 18 months.
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From Vodafone employee to Vodafone partner Scott Christie has spent the past 20 years working for Vodafone, from sales advisor to senior store manager, so when the opportunity arose to become a Vodafone partner, Scott new it was the next sensible step for him. Scott took over the running of three existing Vodafone stores in Edinburgh, Livingston and Stirling.
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Home Instead multi-unit franchisees going from strength to strength Suhail and Tasnim Rehman are a glowing example of how to build a successful franchise business. In fact, the couple haven’t built just one franchise but three, having successfully decided to centralise some key functions, such as finance, recruitment and training. Meanwhile, each franchise has been able to focus on providing a local service of tailored care and companionship. The couple are continuing their expansion plans in the future.
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Former accountant finds perfect fit with Rugbytots Before becoming the master franchisee in Scotland for Rugbytots, Kirsty McWilliams had spent her career as an accountant and then in Business Recover. Looking for a new career opportunity that fitted around her family, Kirsty came across Rugbytots by chance whilst looking for classes for her son to attend. Identifying a gap in Scotland for a rugby specific play programme, Kirsty was keen to find out more about Rugbytots. Kirsty became the master franchisee for Scotland in 2008. She is responsible for growing the brand across Scotland. They have recruited 8 franchisees over the past 3 years; finding the right people is more important for Kirsty than growing fast but she hopes by 2022 that Rugbytots will be in as many towns and cities in Scotland as possible.
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Minuteman Press Ayr is a true family business Jeff and Lise Whittle have been running their Minuteman Press franchise in Ayr for 10 years. Before joining Minuteman Press, Jeff worked in mechanical engineering and Lise as a jewellery designer and latterly after returning to work from maternity leave, as a teaching assistant. Having always considered being his own boss, Jeff decided to attend a local franchise fair in Glasgow to find out who was actively franchising in Scotland. Liking what he heard about the Minuteman Press opportunity, including the family values they retained and their desire for owners to succeed, encouraged Jeff to find out more and to visit their stores around Scotland. Jeff and Lise opened for business in October 2009. 10 years on and Jeff still works full time in the business and Lise part-time; all 3 children have also worked with them.
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From the police to Tumble Tots franchise Glasgow Mum of two Rachael Hall was a police officer in Glasgow for 10 years before joining Tumble Tots. Whilst on maternity leave, Rachael had time to contemplate her future and, unhappy with the long hours and stress that came with being a police officer, Rachael decided she wanted a career that allowed her to spend quality time with her family. Having attended Tumble Tots classes whilst living in Chester, Rachael was keen to continue attending when she moved back to Glasgow. With her nearest class 45 minutes away, and lots of research into franchising and Tumble Tots, Rachael seized the opportunity to start her own Tumble Tots franchise.
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From Michigan to Glasgow to an ActionCOACH franchise Andrew Goldberg graduated from the University of Michigan with the plan to work as part of the National Security Agency. When the USA ceased hiring, the young entrepreneur was left looking for something else. During those formative years, Andrew built a catalogue of skills that would lead him to set up his own ActionCOACH franchise in 2010. “I’d gained a lot of knowledge over the years, but I knew I could apply it to something much more worthwhile. I’d fully grasped the importance of leading a team, working hard, solving problems and how to handle customers. I also knew I wanted to be successful – but doesn’t everyone? To be quite honest, I wasn’t sure what profession I wanted to go into, so I started doing some research.”
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South African couple haven’t looked back since they bought Minster Cleaning resale After falling for each other, Paul and Kirsten Dunn fell for Scotland, moving there from South Africa to take over Minster Cleaning's Edinburgh and Lothians franchise in 2016. The great thing about commercial cleaning is businesses always need it. We’ve grown turnover from around £934,000 when we started to just under £1.1 million now.
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Interview: From employee to franchisee with Minuteman Press! Keith Cohan has had many different jobs across the years in a variety of sectors, but he always envisaged that one day he would own his own business. While he was working at a Minuteman Press Printing franchise in Falkirk the stores franchisee was looking to retire and Keith knew that this was his chance to own his own business in an industry he knew. Learn about Keith's journey from employee to franchisee and the successes he has benefitted from Minuteman Press!
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Father and son run multi-van Snack in the Box business Andrew Sharpe joined Snack in the Box in August 2016 and initially serviced the Ayrshire and South Glasgow area. He has recently taken the decision to purchase a neighbouring Snack in the Box territory and bring his son, Alan, in to the business. They now operate the business with two vans and have over 180 customers! Read why Andrew chose SITB, what his personal objectives were, why he decided to expand, the challenges he has faced and future plans for their business.
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Pervez's Energie Fitness franchise is fighting fit! Pervez Siddique spent 18 years in his Glasgow newsagents business before he decided it was time for a change. Noting the demand for a gym in his local area, he was impressed by the Energie Fitness franchise opportunity. Opening his gym in 2015, Perveznow has 11 staff and a thriving business. Learn about his success and plans for expanding into a new branch!
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Case Study: Johnny Pearson, Revive!, Edinburgh Fatherhood and fate led Jonny Pearson to his Revive! Automotive Innovations franchise! Learn how he took back control of his work life with a Revive! franchise...
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Ex-Business Development Manager of whichfranchise joins Driving Miss Daisy team Ann Overdijking, ex-Business Development Manager of whichfranchise.com, is the first franchisee for Driving Miss Daisy in Scotland. Driving Miss Daisy offers a reliable companionship and transportation service to the elderly and infirm, giving them more independence to live the life they want. And Ann is now living the life she has always dreamed off. Ann is no stranger to franchising, having worked in the industry for 7 years, and with a past background in nursing too, Driving Miss Daisy was the perfect opportunity for Ann. In this article Ann talks to us about why she chose Driving Miss Daisy, her franchise journey so far and aspirations for the future. Read more about Ann and her new Driving Miss Daisy venture.
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From Pizza Delivery Driver to Papa John's Franchisee! Former pizza delivery driver, Siddhartha Chirumamilla (Sid), became a Papa John’s franchisee five years ago and runs stores in the South East of England plus the Scottish Rutherglen, Glenrothes, Kirkcaldy and Falkirk. Currently Sid runs 11 Papa John’s and he has plans to open more in the future.
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Exclusive interview with Ayrshire franchisees for Husse Pet Food On behalf of David and Lindsey (Ayrshire) we would like to welcome you to our insight of the Husse Franchise business. We hope that by sharing our experience and opinions that anybody reading this article will be encouraged to find out more about what we certainly find a fun and rewarding company. The Husse business requires no real experience but common sense and the will to succeed..
Focus on Being Connected: Auditel’s Scottish Network Grows After years of living in Scotland yet working in London, Robin Cockburn was ready for a change in career direction. It was time to take control and start a business for himself. After researching several franchise options, Robin settled on Auditel as his first choice to launch his business in 2009. “The appeal of the flexibility of working with the Auditel cost management model was what really did it for me,” he says, “being able to do a wide range of things, and not being restricted geographically, with the potential to work with others in the network was a huge attraction.”
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Exclusive interview with Signs Express franchisee for Falkirk Established over ten years ago, Signs Express (Falkirk) continues to demonstrate how lucrative a franchise business can be in Scotland. Steve talks to us about why he decided to look at franchising and ultimately choose Signs Express, and discusses the challenges of buying an under-performing established franchise and how it has taken a lot of hard work and the right team in place to turn it around considerably. Read more about Steve’s franchising journey..
Glasgow franchisee recognises the benefits of buying a franchise business Andrew Goldberg learned very quickly the benefits of a franchise business. Having initially set up his own sales consultancy business, he soon realised that whilst he understood the consultancy side of it, he was struggling with the business model itself. This led him to look at franchising, and being able to buy into an established business model. Business coaching stood out as it was an area he enjoyed working in and also did well in, and after much research he decided upon an ActionCoach franchise..
Bringing corporate experience to a home-grown business “It was important to me to be part of a business that shared my values. In Tutor Doctor, I found just that; a business with serious earning potential and a strong moral compass. I’m proud to be building a profitable business whilst helping to improve the lives of children across Edinburgh as I do.”.
Card Connection franchise for sale in Stirling and Perth David Roseweir joined Card Connection in 2007. Due to other family business commitments, David is reluctantly having to sell his Card Connection franchise, covering the areas of Stirling and Perth. In this article, David talks about what his background is, what led him to choose a franchise in the greeting card retail industry, and the key USPs of the business..
Bringing corporate experience to a home-grown business “It was important to me to be part of a business that shared my values. In Tutor Doctor, I found just that; a business with serious earning potential and a strong moral compass. I’m proud to be building a profitable business whilst helping to improve the lives of children across Edinburgh as I do.”
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Exclusive interview with Card Connection franchisee for Glasgow and Fort William Elaine Anderson joined leading greeting card publisher and franchisor Card Connection in 2012 and took over the established territory of Glasgow and Fort William. Elaine now delivers and merchandises Card Connection’s extensive range of high-quality greeting cards and accessories, such as wrap and gift bags, to retailers across the region..
Spring into a new career – PET SERVICES FRANCHISE FOR SALE Isla Sutherland is looking to sell her established Barking Mad franchise. This dog boarding business covers the areas of Perthshire, Clackmannanshire and Stirling. It is an ideal business opportunity for those who want to make a career out of doing something they love, working with pets. In this interview, Isla talks to us about why she bought her Barking Mad franchise, her role as a franchisee, why she loves what she does and why the time is right for her to sell.
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Exclusive interview with Jane Perry, Bluebird Care Edinburgh and Glasgow Jane Perry, along with her husband John, have been running their Bluebird Care franchise in Edinburgh since 2008. After being made redundant for the fourth time from her job in the finance industry, Jane knew that a change of career was needed. Having had some negative experiences when looking for help for her terminally ill grandmother, Jane was passionate about making a difference in the care industry. She also knew the demand was there for a good care company, one that valued their customers, and so it was an industry with vast potential for those wanting to make a career from it. Jane began to research the franchise opportunities and liking the ethos and values of Bluebird Care, Jane knew it was the right franchise for her. The business has gone from strength to strength. In 2013, Jane purchased Bluebird Care Glasgow and now employs over 130 people; including her stepson and niece, making it a truly family business..
Pizza is a family affair Sam and Dave Foster are brothers who both joined Papa John’s as franchisees in 2016…one in Scotland, and one in England! Both have had very different journeys to becoming franchisees. In this interview, we hear from both brothers on why they wanted to be part of the Papa John’s success story.
Exclusive Interview: "We're moving on to the next level thanks to franchising" BJC Joinery were a trade customer of PCL before becoming one of their franchisees. Based up in the North East of Scotland they are in an area where the weather has the potential to demonstrate extremities meaning that product integrity is of the utmost importance to them. The PCL range and the installation skills of BJC Joinery are more than a match for the weather. In this exclusive interview, they share the benefits of franchising....
Exclusive Interview: "Turning over £1 million thanks to the strength of Chipsaway's name" With previous experience in the motoring industry, Keith McGowan already knew the strength of the Chipsaway brand name and their solid reputation within the sector. Today, Keith now operates the biggest ChipsAway car care centre in the UK and is turning over £1 million per year. To get an unique inside perspective of what it takes to be a successful franchisee....
Exclusive interview: "Franchising success for me and my family" Papa John’s franchise operates around the world with well over 300 outlets in the UK and 4,800 stores in more than 40 international markets and territories. Zulfiqar Haidar runs four Papa John’s in Scotland with his brother Iftikhar and will soon to open a fifth store. To get a unique inside perspective from winners of the Scottish Asian Business awards and Papa John’s International franchisees of the year...
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Interview with John Spence, LMI franchisee, Lesmahagow John Spence’s career has saw him hold various management positions over the past 25 years. It was his experience of using LMI’s programmes and products that led him to look further into the actual franchise opportunity. After the sale of his previous business, he joined LMI-UK in 2015..
Exclusive Interview: "I am building a secure future for my family" Steve Lamb has been running his InXpress franchise since 2009 and he enjoys the lifestyle rewards it brings as well as providing a secure future for his family. After being made redundant, Steve was looking for new opportunities and InXpress appealed to his skillset and interests the most. To get an insight into this franchise....
Redundancy led to franchising Bluebird Care franchisees, John and Jane Perry, bought their franchise after the threat of redundancy loomed over them. Looking at what else was out there, the care industry stood out for them due to first-hand experience they had with a relative who had received a poor service of care. Inspired to do better, they had to find the right partner to work with, and after much research they knew Bluebird Care was the perfect choice for them. John and Jane now run a successful Bluebird Care franchise in Edinburgh and Glasgow South..
Franchising offers better work/life balance Charlie Moncrieff had been working around/in IT for over 20 years before he decided to take the plunge and look for a new career move. Deciding that he wanted to work for himself and give himself the possibility of a better work/life balance with his kids, but with a solid support system behind him, he started to look at franchising and the IT opportunities available. In this exclusive interview, Charlies discusses why Computer Troubleshooters ticked all the boxes for him..
I wanted more quality time with my family, so I needed to make a change Suj Legha has been self-employed since he was 21 years old and his passion for business start-ups has taken him on a journey of personal development that has led him to becoming a great business coach with his ActionCOACH franchise..
Interview with Scott Blyth of etyres, Edinburgh Scott Blyth launched his etyres Edinburgh franchise in July 2014 and has already made a big impression on local businesses and securing sales on the back of word-of-mouth recommendations. Continued support from Head Office and other Franchise Owners based in Scotland has helped Scott get off to a great start..
Interview with Jim Stewart of Greensleeves Lawn Care, Aberdeenshire Jim Stewart of Greensleeves Aberdeen has been enjoying running his lawn care franchise since 2011. Originally from an executive background within the electronics industry when Jim found himself facing redundancy he chose to embrace the opportunity and purchase a Greensleeves lawn treatment franchise. Jim now enjoys running his business whilst working in the outdoors and is extremely proud of the success he has achieved so far..
Interview with Morag Readman of Bright & Beautiful, East Lothian Morag Readman is the Bright & Beautiful franchisee for East Lothian. Coming from a marketing background, Morag knows only too well the importance of the brand but also how timely and costly it can be to establish one. With franchising, Morag recognized she would be benefiting from day 1. After much research into different opportunities in different industries, Morag kept going back to domestic cleaning; it appealed due to the huge demand for the service and the repeat sales opportunities it offered. In this interview, Morag shares her experiences of setting up a franchise, the training and support she received, as well as the challenges and benefits of such a venture.
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Interview with Forbes Davidson of Subway, North East Scotland Forbes Davidson is a successful SUBWAY® franchisee with three stores across North East Scotland in Perthshire, Dundee and Montrose. He is due to open his fourth store with the brand in Blairgowrie shortly, and has two further stores in development..
Seeking ambitious franchise owner for Scottish franchise opportunity Andy Kelly shares his experience of franchising with the Original Poster Company since early 2012 and he is now looking to sell this lucrative franchise so as to take up a voluntary post with a children's charity. Find out more here..
20 Years of success and counting with Rainbow International Noreen Hughes and her husband Kevin have been part of the Rainbow International franchise since 1996. Starting in East Kilbride, they now have eight territories successfully up and running. Kevin started the business as a sole trader but, due to ill health, had to take a step back. Cue Noreen; a business leader with passion and drive!
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New Zealander travelled 11,299 miles and joined the Ecocleen franchise At Ecocleen we like to think we go the extra mile for our customers but in this case our most recent franchisee Andrew Alleway has gone the extra 11,299 miles to join us and set up our latest office in Aberdeen.
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Expanding the Papa John's family in Scotland George Eastcroft helps run the family business in Edinburgh. Along with his wife and son and a team of almost 50 staff they manage two Papa John’s franchised stores in the city..
Interview with Bryan and Shelia Jones of Card Connection, Carlisle and Lancaster Bryan Jones and his wife Sheila purchased the Carlisle and Lancaster Card Connection franchise territory in December 2013. The couple now supply Card Connection’s range of more than 1,200 quality greeting cards and accessories to around 120 retail outlets from Lancaster to southern Scotland..
Former treasury manager to help motorists save on bodywork repair costs Former treasury manager and business analyst Wesley Sinclair, 42, has set up his own business, Revive! Edinburgh, visiting customers to repair scuffs, scrapes and minor damage on their vehicles. He has joined one of the largest and most reputable SMART repair networks in the country..
Leaving the military and looking to the future Kim and Stewart Bisley are based in Glasgow. Stewart is a Chief Petty Office in the Navy and is a submariner. He currently spends months away at a time, but has just under 2 years left in the Navy so the couple were keen to find a business that they could develop and work in together once he had left the Navy..
Rainbow International franchise going strength to strength Tom and Helen Cox cover the largest geographical area in the Rainbow International UK network, stretching from Thurso at the top of Scotland, down to Fort William, Oban, Campbeltown and throughout Argyll. They also serve Shetland, Orkney and the Western Isles. .
Card Connection’s new franchisee goes for Glasgow Leading greeting card publisher and franchisor, Card Connection, has announced it has recruited a new Scottish franchisee. Elaine Anderson will take over the established territory of Glasgow and Fort William..
PC PAL is rapidly expanding with the latest launch in Glasgow Running enthusiast, John Whitecross, is to become the new local PC PAL Engineer servicing and repairing computers and laptops in your homes and businesses around the West End of Glasgow and the surrounding area..
A triple turnover with a Signs Express franchise resale A chance meeting with an old colleague at a franchise exhibition lead to Steve hearing about a resale in his area, with Steve taking on the Signs Express business in Falkirk in 2005..
Father and son open Drain Doctor franchise in Glasgow and Stirling Football playing father and son Jimmy and Andrew Smith are setting up their own plumbing and drainage business to service the north of Glasgow and Stirling as part of the national Drain Doctor network..
New Drain Doctor franchisee will cater for Central London Ian has taken on the Central London franchise business of Drain Doctor Plumbing offering emergency plumbing and drain repairs in the City, Barbican, Mayfair, Chelsea and Bermondsey..
From fast jets to PC PAL franchise Newport based Jeff Thomas launched his PC PAL franchise in September 2008. Jeff,48, was previously an aircraft technician working on military fast jet aircraft..
Found our niche with the Camping & Caravanning Club franchise Becoming franchisees with The Camping and Caravanning Club has enabled Nicky Sellier and David Weller to realise their ambition to have a business of their own and a completely different lifestyle as well..
IT expert takes on robertson technologies' sixth franchise Rapidly expanding IT specialist robertson technologies has just increased its exposure to the crucial South of England market with the appointment of a veteran IT expert as its sixth franchisee..
Day in the life of a Gas Elec franchisee Like a lot of gas-elec engineers, Colin Smith’s background was not as a gas engineer, he describes what it is like to be a franchisee in his 'day in the life of' account..
NBC franchise a natural progression for Ian In 2005, Ian was working as as a Global Environment Manager in the oil and gas industry when he first considered becoming self-employed..
Going part-time with Maid2Clean franchise I felt this would not impact on my other form of employment. Little did I realise how quickly things change. In the three years I have been running the franchise, I decided to resign from my other position as the work grew..
Acquiring a winning team with Driver Hire Driver Hire’s Dundee and Perth territory has a new franchisee - Roy McLellan, who acquired the franchise through a re-sale. Roy is inheriting a winning team in Dundee and this is reflected in the recent superb sales performance of the business. It’s also been recognised in Driver Hire’s recent ‘Office of the Month’ award, given to the Dundee office for a combination of strong financial performance, sales activity and customer engagement..
Impressed with Belvoir franchise Due to the current economic climate, Denise Rhodes saw an opportunity in lettings. She chose to invest in a Belvoir franchise as she was impressed by the brand and Belvoir’s approach to the industry..
Family ties at Belvoir franchise Edinburgh Grant Lidster and his partner, Carol Gordon launched Belvoir Edinburgh South in August 2005 and since then their son has started working with them, making their business into a real family affair..
From dodging the bullets to a berth with Baguette Express franchise Successful Baguette Express franchisee Mandy Rothon has always had a sense of adventure – at one stage in her life she braved the streets of gun crime capital Johannesburg in South Africa on a daily basis as a contract driver..
Sold on the benefits of franchising with Driver Hire Accountancy is generally regarded as being a rock solid kind of a job. But it wasn’t enough to protect Grant Wilson when he was made redundant by the Scottish Co-operative Wholesale Society during the 1990s’ recession..
My turn to be the boss with Driver Hire franchise Roy McLellan is one of Driver Hire’s newest franchisees, having acquired the Dundee & Perth business through a re-sale. The previous owners had bought the business 5 years ago and turned it into an extremely successful operation. They then decided that the time was right for them to realise their investment and move on to something new..
Lifelong friends find success with Silverdaze franchise Muriel and Charmaine, our first franchisees from north of the border joined Silverdaze in August 2008. Friends for years, their dream has been to go into business together.
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New tanker helps fife Drain Doctor franchise tackle bigger jobs The South East Fife franchise of Drain Doctor – the smallest franchise in the 100-strong network, covering a population of just 60,000 people – is gearing up to take on some of the biggest jobs in the plumbing business..
Combining all your passions with a Monkey Music franchise Rachel Huggins worked as a Business Development Director for an award winning interactive design consultancy in London. She had always been a keen singer and attended Drama College many moons ago..
Redundancy gives Belvoir franchise owner a new lease of life Grant Lidster and his partner, Carol Gordon both have a background of working in the pensions industry. However, redundancy and a golden handshake provided them with the opportunity to invest in an exciting career opportunity.
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From teacher to Razzamataz franchise owner Natalie James was originally a drama teacher with Razzamataz. After 3 years of working for someone else, Natalie decided that Razzamataz was a good business opportunity for herself..
Seizing the moment with The Camping and Caravanning Club franchise Becoming franchisees with The Camping and Caravanning Club has enabled Nicky Sellier and David Weller to realise their ambition to have a business of their own and a completely different lifestyle as well. They share their experience of franchising with us..
Optimistic future with Cartridge World franchise Javed Akhar initially ran his own business in Glagow but found that the hours were too long and the work was demandings. Impressed by Cartridge World's ethical nature, Javed launched his own franchise business in Paisely and then opened a second in Shawlands..
Better life with The Local Bookkeeper franchise Fiona is a member of the ICB and a part qualified Accountant coupled with also being a working mum with two children. Fiona needed more flexibility in her working life to give her a better work life balance..
the streat franchise opens in Silverburn Ireland’s fastest growing café franchise ‘the streat’ has just ‘signed’ Rangers youth coach Chris Queen who’s franchised café opened in Silverburn Shopping Centre in Glasgow on 10th December..
Safety in numbers by franchising with Mail Box Etc Graham Angus opened his Mail Boxes Etc franchise in July 2005, after meeting MBE at a franchise exhibition in Scotland. He believes becoming a franchisee was one of the best decisions of his life..
Passionate About Time For You Hazel and Ralph Watson bought the Fife franchise of Time For You in 2005 after running their own carpet and upholstery cleaning business. .
Experience of a lifetime with the Ceramic Experience Shona Gilchrist and her husband decided to take the plunge to launch a franchise business with The Ceramic Experience and share their experience of what took place. .
Diversifying business interests Martin Smith from Edinburgh has been running his own courier delivery business for nearly 10 years when he decided to take up a Jani-King franchise. Whilst a number of people are put off by the idea of working in the cleaning sector, once again Martin went against the trend. “I was looking for an industry that wasn’t just a fad,” he reveals. “Whilst cleaning isn’t the most glamorous sector, there’s truth in the old saying “Where there’s muck there’s money!”.
Pizza People Fiona Fleming, a 25 year old business graduate from Glasgow Caledonian, has been the franchisee of Domino’s in Paisley since June 2007. Together with her footballer husband Paul, Fiona is always looking for ways she can engage with her local community. .
All the Signs Point Towards Success With the forthcoming Scottish Franchise Exhibition talking place on the 8th - 9th of June, Signs Express are showcasing their new franchisees Neil & Carol Fraser from Glasgow and James Bain, franchisee for the Dundee area. They share their experiences and challenges in launching a franchise.
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Working Together with Pizza Hut Andy, 34 and Brian, 30, have been Pizza Hut franchisees for over 3 years. Together they own Ultra Catering which runs four Pizza Hut Delivery units in Aberdeen and Dundee. Brian has worked for Pizza Hut for over 11 years and was previously a General Manager of a restaurant in Edinburgh, whilst Andy worked in the pub trade..
Securing a New Future After 20 successful years in a variety of sales management roles, John was concerned that securing future new employment would become more difficult. “I realised that I was coming to an age where maybe I needed something with a greater degree of stability” he reflects. “I began to look into franchising with the view to secure employment for myself until retirement age..
Team work at Card Connection franchise works! Card Connection is one of the UK’s largest card publishers and is the market leader in the franchised distribution of greeting cards. A British Franchise Association member, it now has more than 100 franchisees across the UK and a year ago Cath Dorran and Margaret Roberts worked together with the Card Connection franchisee owner of the Glasgow & Argyll territory..
Smart Cartridge in Dunfermline Des Seenan and his wife Anne opened the doors of their first Smart Cartridge franchise four and a half years ago.
The husband and wife team were one of the UK’s first franchisees after the opening of the flagship store in Edinburgh’s Haymarket.
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FORMER INDUSTRIAL ABSEILER AIMING TO CLE Edinburgh entrepreneur Keith Lamb is aiming to scale the heights of his new business venture by launching a professional oven valeting franchise in the City. .
PRONTAPRINT DUNFERMLINE HAS A NEW OWNER Prontaprint Dunfermline, on Dickson Street’s Elgin Industrial Estate, has been given a new lease of life thanks to the appointment of new Franchisee, Andrew Whincup.
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From fishing to Card Connection franchise When Andrew Orr was 16 he stood on the peer at Hopeman, Scotland and the skipper of a new boat that was being built asked if he would like to be an apprentice. At that time, all he knew was that he wanted to be a deep-sea fisherman. And that’s what he was until he took on a Card Connection franchise many years later..
THE BIG 30 FOR KEN THIRTY looms large this year for Glasgow-based Ken Clark. For he has just opened the 30th UK outlet for video games chain CHIPS just months after celebrating his 30th birthday. For Ken becoming the latest franchisee for CHIPS means a whole change in lifestyle after working as a sales account manager for an IT company..
Ovenu Celebrate a Year of Hot Trading A Berwick entrepreneur has cleaned an average of two ovens a day to bring to a close a successful first year of trading.
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LANARKSHIRE WELCOMES FURNITUREPRO FurniturePro, one of the UK’s leading furniture repair and restoration companies, has launched a new franchise in the Lanarkshire region. Martin Speck has joined the company and will be offering a range of repair and restoration services to upholstery, wood and leather furniture. .
YOUNG GREG AIMS FOR A PLUMB JOB Young Greg Muir is only 12 but he already has a clear vision of the plumb job he wants working in his dad's new Drain Doctor Plumbing business. Greg is so enthusiastic about his prospects that he has already completed a multiple-choice written test set by the Scottish & Northern Ireland Plumbing Employers' Federation (SNIPEF) and come within two points of passing.
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'PLANES-TO-DRAINS' BUSINESS SWITCH High-flying Glasgow couple Gary and Eleanor Wroe are turning their backs on the world of passenger jets to launch a much more down-to-earth venture a 24-hour Drain Doctor Plumbing business. .
OVENU CLEANS UP IN GLASGOW Oven valeting company Ovenu has expanded into Scotland with the appointment of its first specialist franchisee, John Crockett. John will operate a professional domestic oven valeting service throughout West Glasgow.
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It All Adds Up With Kumon Instructor Ella Ritchie opened her study centre in Linlithgow in January 2003. “I have a degree in maths and English and I also worked as an accountant for many years,” says Ritchie. “I have young children so I wanted to do something that was flexible. I was also keen to have my own business. Kumon combines a lot of attractive things for me.”.
Repairing Plumbings' Battered Image Paisley man who once recovered a live hand grenade from a blocked drain has no fears when it comes to launching a new plumbing and drainage business serving North Glasgow. .
Smart Franchisee Opens Second Franchise Des Seenan, Smart Cartridge’s first franchisee is scheduled to open his second store at the end of March this year. And if that isn’t a testimonial in itself…Des’s brother Brian Seenan and his wife Elspeth are opening their first store in Aberdeen! .
Papa John’s Makes Progress in Scotland A businessman who made his name in the building and repairing of ships is forecasting that franchising will go down a storm after signing a multi-store agreement with Papa John’s. .
Scotland’s Top Snap-On Performer Jim Cruickshank had been a car radio fitter but feeling there was ‘something better’ out there for him, his research soon brought him across Snap-on Tools..
Cashing in With Cash Generator Due to the success of his Cash Generator franchise in Glasgow, Keith intends to open his second store this year, with further expansion planned for the future..
Receiving Reassurance with Drain Doctor The insecurity overhanging Scottish industry has prompted a Grangemouth worker to take voluntary redundancy to launch his own 'recession-proof' business as a 24-hour Drain Doctor Plumbing franchisee in Edinburgh. .
Providing the Incentive for Success Ian worked worked with the Royal Bank of Scotland for the past 12 years before looking for a new challenge that allowed him to be his own boss and provided the incentive to be successful. Lasertech was the ideal opportunity for Ian. .
MIKE DELIVERS A RECIPE FOR SUCCESS Mike Sneddon was no newcomer to franchising when he opened his first O’Briens Irish Sandwich Bar outlet back in 1999. Perhaps it was his seven years experience with Shell and latterly BP, which enabled him to forge ahead and develop his O’Briens business rapidly but, most importantly, successfully. .
Achieving His Ambition with Carewatch As a sure way of realising his ambition of owning his own business, whilst reducing the risks involved, Tony chose the franchising route..
Achieving Success with Cash Generator John knew that if he wanted to achieve the level of success he desired, it would have to be working for himself. After being blown over by the Cash Generator concept, he decided the franchising route was the way forward.
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Enjoying Substantial Growth with Minster Gordon had always wanted to work for himself, and so when the brewery where he worked closed, he decided to look into this option more thoroughly. Franchising provided him with all the benefits he was looking for. .
From hobby to career with Rosemary Conley franchise Having worked as a computer programmer for 10 years, Jill felt the time was right for a change. Being already a qualified exercise teacher, Jill decided to turn her hobby into a career. .
From Cruise Ships to Franchising After ten years working on cruise liners, Glynis Santos was ready for a complete change. After managing her brother's playgroup franchise, Glynis decided franchising was the way forward for her. .
Securing a Future with Drain Doctor Despite being a plumber for over 30 years, adopting the Drain Doctor Plumbing business systems was a new experience for Tommy Meade. .
Limitless options with Furniture Medic franchise After taking early redundacy from the Royal Mail, Ronnie was looking for a new challenge and something completely different, Servicemaster provided this for him. .
Still going strong with Rosemary Conley franchise Jillian joined the company in April 1995 and hasn't looked back since. Before starting out she was keen to find out everything she could about the organisation, but with Rosemary Conley's reputation and proven diets it was an easy choice to make. .
From catering to printing with Prontaprint franchise Philip had always known about franchising from university, but whilst working for a coffee company he learnt more about it from the franchisor side, and from then on it just seemed the most sensible way of going into business for himself..
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Oodles opens first store in Scotland After leaving our mark all across England, we are absolutely thrilled to share the news that we are now officially in Scotland! And what an incredible start it has been!
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Joe McGuigan Celebrates a Decade of Exceptional Service with Aspray Aspray a leading property insurance claims management company, proudly announces the 10-year anniversary of Joe McGuigan as their esteemed Director of Aspray (Glasgow North and South). With a decade of dedication and commitment, Joe has achieved remarkable success in helping customers and managing hundreds of claims each year.
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Greenock to Enjoy a Slice of Papa John's The community of Greenock will now be able to enjoy a slice of Papa John’s following the company’s latest store opening in the Renfrewshire town of Scotland. The store is the first of three new Papa John’s set to be opened over the next few months by multi-unit franchisee Nazim Vadiwala, supported by his 70 strong team who also manage Leithwalk in Edinburgh, Perth, Clydebank and Whitley Bay.
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TaxAssist franchisee keeps franchise in the family after selling to daughter After over two decades as a TaxAssist Accountant, Barry McGougan has maintained a family connection by selling his Kilmarnock-based franchise to his daughter Lisa Foster. Experienced accountant Lisa, who has been working alongside Barry for the past few years, recently became the new franchise owner, and is keen to continue the legacy built up by her father.
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Mum of two launches one of the first Bloom Baby Classes franchises in Scotland in memory of son Joanne Reid, mum of two from East Lothian, Scotland, has put her caring nature into practice by launching her baby development franchise, Bloom Baby Classes. As a flagship location north of the border, Joanne is looking forward to bringing her passion for baby care and wellbeing to parents living in her own community. Following the sad passing of her son Oran late last year, Joanne hopes to bring care to thousands of parents across the county as she launches next month.
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Greensleeves franchise ramps up Scottish presence with two new locations Lawn care experts, Greensleeves, announces further expansion into Scotland with the launch of two new territories. The franchise, which has more than 108 franchises throughout the UK, has now increased its presence north of the border opening businesses in Clyde Coast and West Lothian to meet growing demand for its services.
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Wilkins Chimney Sweep Franchisee Wins at Scottish Ex-Forces Business Awards Kris McLernon (33) owner of the Lanarkshire franchise of Wilkins Chimney Sweep, was a winner at the 2022 Scottish Ex-Forces in Business Awards recently, in the ‘New Service Leaver’ category. The New Service Leaver category recognises men and women who left the military less than three years ago. Kris left the army in April 2020 after 14 years as a recovery mechanic with the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME) and bought his Wilkins Chimney Sweep franchise in September 2021.
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Wilkins Chimney Sweep franchisee wins at Scottish ex-forces business awards Kris McLernon (33) owner of the Lanarkshire franchise of Wilkins Chimney Sweep, was a winner at the 2022 Scottish Ex-Forces in Business Awards recently, in the ‘New Service Leaver’ category. The New Service Leaver category recognises men and women who left the military less than three years ago. Kris left the army in April 2020 after 14 years as a recovery mechanic with the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME) and bought his Wilkins Chimney Sweep franchise in September 2021.
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FIRST CLASS LEARNING FRANCHISE ENJOYS RAPID SCOTTISH EXPANSION First Class Learning (FCL), one of the UK’s largest tuition franchises, is rapidly expanding in Scotland, and has recently opened tuition centres in Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Dundee and Glasgow.
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Age is no barrier in franchising Jordan Tracey, Franchisee of Driver Hire Dundee & Perth, is proving that age is no barrier in franchising. At the age of 23, Jordan has already progressed from Recruitment Consultant to Franchisee to bfa HSBC Franchisee of the Year Finalist – demonstrating that hard-work, determination, and ambition can take you a very long way.
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Glasgow business coach shortlisted as Scotland's most inspirational business woman Business growth specialist Yvonne Webb is celebrating after being shortlisted for a national business award. Yvonne has been hand-picked by a panel of judges and is now in the running to win the Inspirational Woman of the Year award at the Business Women Scotland Awards for her incredible impact on the business landscape of Scotland through her work as a business coach in Glasgow.
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Boutique fitness concept, TRIB3, set to open four stores in Scotland as part of major global expansion Boutique fitness concept, TRIB3, is set to open four stores in Scotland as part of a major international expansion of the brand following the agreement of a three site franchise area development deal in Glasgow and a new corporately-owned store which is due to open imminently in the Stockbridge area of Edinburgh.
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Cafe2u franchisee diversifies through Covid-19 pandemic Alan Fulton runs his mobile coffee van franchise Cafe2U in Cove and the surrounding business parks. However, since the Covid-19 outbreak, the business owner experienced a harrowing dip in trade. Refusing to let this dampen his spirits, and with Government guidelines allowing him to continue trading, he has done everything in his power to avoid closing by making “sweeping changes” to his services.
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Personal touch drives growth for Recognition Express South Scotland David Mitchell teamed up with employees Moira Ashby and Mark Everingham to purchase the Grangemouth franchise in 2014 when his father reached retirement age. Father, Graham Mitchell, had owned the franchise for 15 years and so it’s now been in the Mitchell family for two decades. David was attracted to the business as he could see that it was a reliable and low-risk route to becoming his own boss.
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My Driving Miss Daisy journey so far Ann Overdijking has reached the 6-month milestone in her Driving Miss Daisy journey, and she has loved every minute of it! Though being the first Driving Miss Daisy franchisee in Scotland was daunting initially, with hard work, determination and a lot of pre-planning, Ann’s business is going from strength to strength, so much so that Ann is already planning on buying her second wheelchair accessible vehicle. Read why Ann loves being part of a franchise that cares for its clients and is making a huge difference in the lives of the elderly and vulnerable population.
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Driving Miss Daisy opens new franchise in Renclyde, Scotland Christine and Danny MacIntyre are the new franchise owners of Driving Miss Daisy Renfrewshire and Inverclyde. After running a recruitment agency for 25 years, Danny and Christine were keen to get involved in a new venture together. Their combined strengths and experience of building a successful recruitment business, and Christine's background in nursing and care, meant that Driving Miss Daisy was the perfect fit.
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New Papa John's Franchisee Has All the Right Ingredients Leading pizza franchise, Papa John’s, has announced new franchisee Nazim Vadiwala has taken over the Leith Walk store in Edinburgh. Nazim who worked for a rival pizza firm for 10 years now manages Leith Walk with the help of operations director: Syed Salman and a team of local staff.
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Former Pizza Delivery Driver Turned Multi-Unit Papa John's Franchisee opens in Dunfermline After working as a Pizza Delivery driver Siddhartha Chirumamilla (Sid) made the move to franchisee and now runs a multi-unit operation in Scotland and South East England. His latest store in Dunfermline has just opened for business and he is already looking for his next opoortunity to open another store! Read more about Sid's move from delivery driver to Franchisee!
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ENERGIE FITNESS TARGETS SCOTTISH EXPANSION Energie Fitness has over 140,000 members and enjoys more than 1,800,000 visits per year, meaning it is well established as the market-leader in the exploding low-cost gym franchise market.
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From corporate finance to senior care in South Lanarkshire After two decades working in corporate finance, father-of-three Alan Barr walked away from a six figure salary to become his own boss as a franchisee with Home Instead Senior Care in South Lanarkshire.
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Dream Doors is recruiting in Scotland! Dream Doors is the UK’s biggest name in kitchen makeovers, with 80 franchisees trading from showrooms in West Edinburgh all the way down to Truro. The company is keen to add to its four existing showrooms in Scotland’s central belt, so is exhibiting at the inaugural Franchise Opportunities Scotland, held at the Grand Central Hotel, Glasgow on Wednesday 25th April.
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Metro Rod Aberdeen expand into 2018 Just a handful of months after taking over the Metro Rod Aberdeen area, Nick and Angela Langan, who also run hugely successful safety and compliance business ‘Safetest Compliance Services’, have started 2018 as they mean to go on, with expansion into Dundee and Perth, and the Highlands and Islands areas.
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Card Connection Supports Sales in Scotland Card Connection, has confirmed Scottish franchisee Munawar Mohammed’s year-to-date, like-for-like sales are up significantly..
Papa John's Goes for Glenrothes Leading pizza franchise, Papa John’s, has announced it has opened in Glenrothes, Fife, Scotland. Franchisee Siddhartha Chirumamilla (Sid) who also runs five Papa John’s in the South East of England plus the Scottish Rutherglen store has plans to open a total of seven Papa John’s in Scotland within the next couple of years.
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Discover Scottish franchise opportunities Discovery Days are insight days into a franchise, usually held at a head office or in Signs Express’ case, their dedicated UK Franchise Support Centre in Norwich. They understand that it can be a challenge for those that live further away to attend, so are making your life, just that little bit easier and taking their Discovery Day on the road to Scotland..
Belvoir expands into Orkney Islands Successful Belvoir franchisee, Amjed expanded his territory from Inverness to the historic town of Kirkwall which will cover all of the Orkney Islands. Through the asquisition of Orkney Leasing, Amjed now has 200 more properties to his portfolio. His team are excited to move forward in offering the general public Belvoir's reputed letting services..
EnviroVent receive Which? Trusted trader accreditation EnviroVent Ltd, the UK market leaders and manufacturers of Domestic Ventilation systems has become the first, and currently the only, national dedicated ventilation manufacturing company to receive Which? Trusted trader accreditation, an endorsement scheme that helps consumers find reputable traders.
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Ladies, be award winning! Female led businesses across Scotland are encouraged to shout about their success, by entering the Business Women Scotland Awards. Free to enter, there are categories to cover businesses new and old, employers, mentors, and for international growth. New for this year is an award for the Best Use of Social Media..
Are you a potential franchise owner in Scotland? One of the UK’s leading ventilation manufacturers, EnviroVent, is the main sponsor for an exciting Franchise Discovery Day on 12th July. During the day new opportunities to become a franchise owner in Scotland will be revealed, and you will also hear from experienced industry experts.
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Gain first-hand experience of being a Bluebird Care franchisee When you’re ready to take your first step towards owning your own franchise business, there is one question that you probably have – what does it really feel like being a franchisee and to lead the business every day? Bluebird Care now allow you to have first-hand experience of being a franchisee..
Bluebird Care sets sights on Scotland The Bluebird Care brand has had a presence in Scotland for over 8 years, with the first office opening in Edinburgh in 2008. Since then we have continued to build the quality and commitment of service recognised by Bluebird Care customers. This has served to continue to build Bluebird Care’s reputation in Scotland for providing the very best homecare and support..
Scottish franchising on target for ?1 Billion With Scottish Franchise Week 2016 on the horizon, running from the 16th until the 20th of May, the British Franchise Association predicts that the franchise industry in Scotland is on target for £1bn by 2020. To find out more about this booming economy and the benefits of Franchising in Scotland...
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Card Connection welcomes new Scottish franchisee Card Connection is delighted to announce that Munawar Mohammed has joined their network by buying the North East Scotland territory. Munawar has taken over from the previous franchisee, Andrew Orr, who built up his successful business over 18 years. Munawar was previously working in sales and though he enjoyed his work, he decided that he wanted to directly reap the benefits of his hard work..
Scottish Mail Boxes Etc. franchisees reach new heights Mail Boxes Etc. Edinburgh has just celebrated their 10,000th antique shipment. The item was collected, packed and shipped safely to a very happy buyer in America. Mail Boxes Etc.The item was even shipped for free in celebration of the store reaching their 10,000th auction item.
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Card Connection franchise is recruiting in Scotland! Leading greeting card publisher and franchisor, Card Connection has today announced that it is ‘recruiting in Scotland’. Card Connection currently has the re-sale franchises of Ayr/Kilmarnock and Edinburgh/Borders and Lanarkshire available in the region..
Home Instead expands its presence in the Scottish Market Award winning home care franchise, Home Instead Senior Care is expanding its presence in Scotland as it focuses on opening an additional 30 offices throughout the country over the next few years..
bfa puts Scots in pole position for franchising Scottish Franchise Week 2014, the 11th annual celebration of the £700m franchise sector north of the border, proved another resounding success as it wrapped up at the beginning of May.
Aimed at raising awareness of the importance of franchising in the Scottish economy, the week involves a series of business and social events for those considering joining a franchise, for those thinking about franchising an existing business, and for the substantial number of professionals already working in the Scottish franchise sector..
Scottish Card Connection franchisee expands territory Leading greeting card publisher, Card Connection has today announced that David Roseweir, franchisee for Stirling and Perth, has acquired the Dundee and Kirkcaldy territory from David Fyffe who now retires after 10 years as a franchisee..
Papa John's founder inspires UK franchisees ‘Papa John’ himself, John Schnatter, founder and CEO of leading Pizza franchise, Papa John’s, has taken time to inspire UK franchisees during a whistle-stop visit to London last weekend..
Free franchise your business workshop WJM, bfa affiliated franchise solicitors, in partnership with Platinum Wave, bfa franchise consultancy, is holding a franchise your business workshop in Edinburgh on the 28th March..
Proof of Domino's Pizza franchise's success in Scotland As Domino's Pizza celebrates 15 years in Scotland this month, statistics released today prove that we are indeed a nation of pizza lovers; with Domino’s Pizza selling one pizza per head of population in 2010..
A week to raise awareness of the Scottish franchising potential The franchising industry is stopping by Scotland this summer from the 16th to the 20th May for the eighth Scottish Franchise Week (SFW). Organised by the British Franchise Association (bfa) and its Scottish Forum, and supported by whichfranchise.com and Lloyds TSB, the event aims to raise awareness of ethical franchising and its role in business and job creation in Scotland..
CeX hosts open day in Edinburgh “CeX is the next big franchise and I see it as a once in a lifetime opportunity,” says Martin Hawthorne, who spent over 10 year selling franchises before becoming a CeX Franchisee. Prospective franchisees can now find out if CeX is for them by attending an open day in Edinburgh on the 10th May. .
Scottish Autosmart franchisee celebrates success Frank Sutherland, Autosmart franchisee for Aberdeen, is celebrating after being chosen as Scottish Franchisee of the Year 2010 by the British Franchise Association..
Bluebird Care's Gail is Scotland's top care manager Gail Syratt from the Bluebird Care office in Edinburgh has beaten off competition from 776 other care managers across Scotland to scoop the coveted title of Care Manager of the Year at the Scottish Care at Home Awards..
Driver Hire franchise wins top Scottish award The Borders office of leading franchise, Driver Hire, has won the prestigious 2010 Scottish Recruitment ‘Best Small Recruitment Team Award’. Celebrating excellence in Scottish recruitment, the awards were presented at a gala dinner held at Glasgow’s Hilton Hotel..
Scottish Capital attracts Popstars Academy franchise The Popstars Academy has arrived in Edinburgh. The Dance Classes, Parties and Workshops have been well received across the capital with Dance Academies open in Cramond, Inverleith, Morningside, Ravelston with further openings planned..
Card Connection's new Scottish franchise owner is off to flying start Leading greeting card publisher and franchisor, Card Connection, has today announced that its new Scottish franchisee is off to a flying start! Former Esso station manager, Graeme Ewing, took over the Ayr/Kilmarnock area at the end of December and is already steaming ahead to deliver Card Connection’s range of quality greeting cards and gifts to retail outlets throughout the region..
New business wins for robertson technologies robertson technologies, the Leith-based IT support and consultancy firm has taken a major step forward by winning three significant new pieces of business worth a total of £75,000 over the next three years.
the streat franchise opens in Airdrie and Queen St, Glasgow the streat’s expansion in Scotland continues with recent openings in Airdrie and Queen Street Glasgow. To help this award winning franchise expand further in Scotland, the streat is running an informal information evening on Monday 23rd November.
The Original Poster Company franchise has resales for sale in Scotland Greeting card distribution franchise The Original Poster Company has resale opportunities available in Scotland and are seeking hard working prospective franchise owners to invest in these existing territories..
Stockbridge is in for a treat with new Baguette Express franchise Baguette Express, the chain that makes the Britain’s tastiest snacks, is serving up a summertime treat with the opening of a brand new outlet in busy Deanhaugh Street, between the bustling Edinburgh neighbourhoods of Stockbridge and Comely Bank..
Cartridge World franchise seeks budding entrepreneurs in Dundee Flying in the face of the recession, Cartridge World, an international franchise business is actively seeking budding entrepreneurs keen to start up successful businesses in the Dundee area..
Cash Generator franchise to expand across Scotland National retailer Cash Generator is to double its presence in Scotland, opening 14 new stores in the next two years, creating 100 jobs and signalling an investment of £2.8 million into the Scottish economy..
the streat franchise comes to Scotland Ireland’s fastest growing café franchise opened an office in Glasgow’s south side in January this year with ambitious expansion plans for cafes in every major Scottish city and town..
The Focus is on Signs Express The UK’s leading signs and graphics manufacturer, Signs Express (Falkirk), has been commissioned by Focus Vehicle Rental, Inverness, to provide the vehicle graphics for their brand new promotional car - a Ford Focus ST..
Making A Mark With Smart Cartridge Scotland's youngest female franchisor received a rapturous reception at a business breakfast meeting to mark Scottish Franchise Week on Friday 8th June. .
New Start in Scotland 80:20 Financial Management, a 14 strong UK based franchise providing financial support to local business, heralds its arrival in Scotland with Edinburgh its first location. .
Highland Heights Allan Cooper, from Milton, launches his own oven valeting business in the Highlands after 40 years of working in the Royal Navy and Merchant Navy..
New Jani King Franchise for Glasgow Joe McGuigan purchased the Jani King franchise for the Glasgow area eighteen months ago. Having had previous experience running a franchise in a different industry sector, he was keen to identify new investment opportunities and was attracted to the Jani King franchise because of the systematic approach it offered..
Charity donation by Scottish Martin & Co franchise owner FIFE office has helped local schoolchildren with their ‘Maine chance’ – by helping to equip them for a skiing trip to the USA. Pupils from Glenrothes School High are heading off to Sunday River in Maine at Easter. In an effort to give them a financial boost, Martin & Co Kirkcaldy, have donated £500..
TOP AWARD FOR NEWCOMER KEN Glasgow retailer Ken Clark is flying high after scooping a top award. Ken, who opened his CHIPS video games store in Glasgow’s West End in March 2006, had just won the CHIPS Newcomer of the Year Award.
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Iron Mountain In Safe Hands with Signs Signs and a graphics specialist, Signs Express (Glasgow) have been instrumental in a vehicle rebrand for Iron Mountain, the global leader in information protection and storage services.
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First O2 Franchise for Scotland The latest O2 franchise to open is in Irvine, Ayrshire, owned by Gordon and Yvonne Smith, and is the first franchised O2 store in Scotland. As experienced managers Gordon and Yvonne decided that an O2 franchise would give them greater job satisfaction and a more agreeable work/life balance. .
Smart Cartridge in Award Finals Suzie McCafferty, the influential business development director for Edinburgh-based Smart Cartridge, has been named as a finalist in the National Business Awards for Scotland 2006. 28-year old McCafferty’s achievements in establishing the ink cartridge refilling retail franchise both nationally and internationally have been recognised by the Awards’ panel of pre-eminent business experts..
Pareto Laws Expands to Scotland Graduate recruitment and training specialist Pareto Law has launched its first office in Scotland, with Gerry Dowds (52) to head up the Glasgow based operation. Gerry joins Pareto following 20 years at The Forum of Private Business in England and Scotland where he held various positions including that of Sales Director. The team is backed up by two new Pareto graduates Jill McCardel from East Kilbride and Andrew MacKenzie from Glasgow.
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Scottish Franchise Week 2006 The British Franchise Association Franchise Group for Scotland was proud to present Scottish Franchise Week 2006. Beginning on 29th May, the week was packed full of events. Educational seminars were organised for those interested in franchising and wanting to learn more. Over 250 delegates attended the Business Breakfast, providing them with an excellent opportunity to network with industry representatives. The British Franchise Exhibition, attended by hundreds of potential franchisees was the climax of the week..
Franchise Exhibition Comes to Glasgow Scotland’s leading franchise event, The British Franchise Exhibition, incorporating the Growing Your Own Business Showcase & Conference, will take place at the SECC in Glasgow on Friday 2 and Saturday 3 June 2006. The show, which is the focal point of Scottish Franchise Week, is ideal for entrepreneurs looking to start and run their own franchised businesses. .
Oggy Oggy Pasty Opens in Glasgow “Pasties to shout about!” – that’s the claim of the Oggy Oggy Pasty Company as it opened its doors to it’s 25th franchised business in Glasgow. .
Banners Show Support for International C As part of the build up to the Make Poverty History rally on 2nd July, Signs Express (Glasgow) are providing in excess of 400 banners to SCIAF supporters in schools and parishes across Scotland. And the banners have proved so popular that SCIAF’s own banner was stolen ahead of the march next week. .
CLIMBING TO THE TOP Swisher in Scotland has played its part in the successful completion of the WaterAid Munro Challenge 2005. John Ross from Swisher Central Scotland and Mike Heriot from Swisher Edinburgh, ably assisted by their two sons Iain Ross and Iain Heriot, were part of the challenge to raise £300,000 in funds for WaterAid (and climb to the top of most of the mountains over 3,000ft in Scotland, England, Wales and the Republic of Ireland on the same day). .
Scenic Blue Expands Into Scotland Scenic Blue the UK’s only landscape gardening franchise has further strengthened its appeal as a highly viable franchise proposition by extending its network to include Scotland. The company has recently signed franchise deals to deliver the Scenic Blue offering to two new regions: Glasgow North and Glasgow South. .
Monk Marketing has Scotland in its Sight As part of their expansion plans for 2005, Monk Marketing is looking to expand into the Scottish market. Already many franchises have been sold throughout the UK, and with the network continuing to grow, Monk Marketing are wanting presence in all key regions, including Scotland..
GLASGOW FRANCHISEE AWARD WINNER Former paratrooper John White's decision to launch a Drain Doctor Plumbing business covering North Glasgow has proved a winner after he was named most progressive new franchisee at the national group's annual convention.
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Resales are a Franchising Fact of Life Doug Woolmer and Liz Symcox will realise their ambition when they retire to an old Victorian mansion on the peaceful Isle of Bute, just over six years after starting the Glasgow North franchise for Minster. .
Success Generated at Franchise Finals John Murray who runs the Cash Generator franchises in Airdrie and Wishaw, won a highly commended certificate of merit in this year’s Franchisee of the Year Awards, sponsored by HSBC Bank and supported by the Daily Express. .
Time to Convert to a Limo Lifestyle The Platinum Limo Company, established five years ago by lifelong motoring enthusiast Jackie Farrell and his wife Margaret, operates at the top end of this burgeoning market. Seven cars are now on the road and customer demand for the limo experience is showing no signs of abating. .
Scotland -Vibrant market for franchising Franchising took on a decidedly Scottish flavour early in June for the inaugural Scottish Franchise Week (SFW), a week of events presented by the British Franchise Association's Franchise Group for Scotland (FGFS).
Scottish rugby star Gavin Hastings licked off SFW on June 7 with a launch event at franchised pub Archies. .
Creating Lasting Jobs & Businesses There are currently more than 40 franchise brands operating in Scotland, with an estimated 2,000 franchised outlets. The idea behind Scottish Franchise Week (SFW) is to capitalise on the success of franchising and the Scots’ appetite to embrace it as a form of starting and running a business .
New Training Centre for Smart Cartridge To cater for the increasing success of their franchise operations, Smart Cartridge have recently moved into a purpose built training centre in Edinburgh. .
A Shining Example A revolutionary new brushless car wash system, based on technology used to clean abattoirs, is the UK’s latest franchise opportunity. Set up by entrepreneur, Jim Allison, Bathgate based Autoshine Express will have four outlets open in Central Scotland by the year-end..
Success Leads to Evans Business Centre Since buying a Business Post franchise 10 years ago Neil Stewart’s business has gone from strength to strength, to the point where he now employs around 30 people to service customers in Ayrshire and Lanarkshire. Neil’s business is now based at Evans Easyspace on the Bellshill Industrial Estate, a move he made as his business growth demanded larger premises. .
Franchising is on the Rise in Scotland Free workshops have been running in Central Scotland to help increase awareness of franchising. So far, over 400 prospective franchisees have attended, with many going on to start their own franchise..
Scottish Franchise to Expand Nationally smart Cartridge, the first Scottish based cartridge remanufacturer, has expanded their franchise operations into England, opening their first English store in Basingstoke this month. .
Sliderobes Slides Northwards Sliderobes, the Ultimate Wardrobe, is delighted to announce further expansion from its Irish base, with the company keen to secure presence in Scotland..
Scottish expansions plans for Antal With the opening of 10 franchised offices in the first year Global Recruitment Company Antal International has grown at a phenomenal rate, and this expansion is to continue. .
WIN Focuses on Franchising Women in Glasgow got together in November to find out about franchising, and why it's a safer option to starting your own business. .
New Regional Development Manager Leading Healthcare Franchisor Carewatch Care Services, have added a franchisee to their Regional Management team. Tony Price, is the Regional Development Manager (Scotland) but has also been the franchisee for Carewatch (Grampian) for the last 5 years.
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Filta franchisee talks about becoming a multi-vehicle operator Lee Morton is Filta franchisee for Cardiff, Swansea and Bristol. Prior to buying his Filta franchise, Lee was running a domestic oven cleaning business. Wanting a “similar” business, but one that allowed him to target the b2b marketing, Lee started to explore options. When the existing Filta franchisee in Cardiff put his business for sale, Lee decided he liked the idea of taking over an existing business rather than a start-up. One that allowed him to hit the ground running but left plenty of scale for future growth..
Family Values Starting a business can be hard. But going into business with a family member can be even trickier. But for Lesley Robertson and her sister Nicole, who joined The Travel Franchise in February 2019, the partnership has such incredible benefits that they have no regrets.Not only has their company become a huge successful, but it has led to them becoming closer than ever… literally living two doors away from each other in Cardiff..
Welsh international hockey player joins Driving Miss Daisy Stevie Lyle, dad of 2 boys and a 3rd due soon, is literally one in a million representing Wales and GB for over 23 years at the highest level of Ice Hockey - a sport not for the faint hearted! HOLDING 83 CAPS FOR GREAT BRITAIN, he is the most capped Ice Hockey player the country has ever had and aged 17 he became the Junior Welsh Sports Personality of the Year too. Stevie is now the Driving Miss Daisy franchisee for Cardiff..
From teacher to Techclean Former teacher and mother of four Susan Davies set up Techclean South Wales three years ago after her youngest child went to university. She was looking for a new challenge and wanted to grow a business that she could run from home but still get out and about to interact with others. Susan discovered Techclean during her research into franchise opportunities. She liked what she saw, and the South Wales and West territory was available so she signed up. .
From McDonald’s to Wilkins Chimney Sweep Stephen Jones is the Swansea franchisee for Wilkins Chimney Sweep. Having spent 30 years in various roles working for McDonalds, Stephen decided to act on his desire to be his own boss. Franchising appealed as it allowed him to buy into an already successful business, and whilst chimney sweeping may not seem the most glamourous of businesses, Stephen recognised the growth potential within the market and liked that it was a low start up with low running costs. It is also a business that could be expanded over time into a multi-van operation if desired. Read more about Stephen’s journey into franchising and why he chose a Wilkins Chimney Sweep franchise..
Why Kare Plus' branding sealed the deal for Kare Plus Swansea Husband and wife team, Lisa and Richard Buchanan launched a Kare Plus franchise in Swansea and after 18 months, they reflect on the benefits of franchising with a ethical franchisor with a tried-and-tested business model. They share what attracted them to franchising, the benefits and challenges of this decision and their plans for going forward....
Fortuitous meeting with Oscars franchise Alan Rees was never at home while he was working as an Account Sales Executive for a large computer company. That career was beginning to take its toll. After taking time to rethink his future he found what he really wanted to do..
HOMECARE TRAILBLAZERS IN NORTHERN IRELAND Richard and Emily Magrath are currently the biggest providers in the Caremark network. As of late 2021, they’re delivering approximately 9,000 hours of care per week – in fact, they doubled their number of hours over the height of the COVID pandemic. They have about 350 staff, around 700 clients – and have now moved to 5,000 square foot offices covering two floors, due to their growth..
Award winning franchise was perfect opportunity for Belfast Finance Director Andrew Bassett had an established career in finance before accepting voluntary redundancy. Considering all related career options, Andrew started researching the franchise industry and after much research into credible and award-winning franchises, Andrew decided to take his interest in TaxAssist Accountants further. When an existing franchise became available, Andrew jumped at the chance to buy into an established business. Over a year later, Andrew has plans to open a second office in Belfast..
Subway multi-store operator talks about his journey with one of the world’s largest franchise brands Damian Havlin is owner of 6 Subway stores in Northern Ireland, including Subway’s first Drive-Thru in Northern Ireland. After a career in catering and hospitality, Damian started his Subway journey when he began working as a Business Consultant for them. When he was approached to see if he would like to run his own store in Antrim Town, Damian jumped at the opportunity. And he hasn’t looked back since. Damian said: “I was very aware of how popular Subway was, even before I began working for the Business Development Team. It’s a great concept which is well known across the world and has popular global support..
From Driver Hire employee to franchisee Diane Maxwell started working for Driver Hire Belfast in 2008. In 2010, Diane was promoted to office manager and then in 2012, impressed by how well Diane was running the business, Driver Hire approached Diane to see if she would like to buy the business. Diane jumped at the opportunity. 7 years later, she has built a solid business for her and her family, and last year achieved another record – passing £3m turnover for the first time..
Exclusive Interview with Stewart Maze, Snap-on Tools Franchisee Stewart Maze had one thing in mind when he joined the Snap-on franchise network, back in 1992 – to be around more and watch his children grown up.Now, with four grown up children and a successful Snap-on empire to his name, Stewart is finally slowing down and planning an early retirement. .
Exclusive Interview: "The Signs Express brands opens doors and lets my business thrive" In October 2005 Richard McGonigle opened Signs Express (Derry) and has gone from strength-to-strength ever since with a highly-skilled team of 5 in the centre. Richard and his team pride themselves on putting the customer’s needs first and offer innovative signage solutions to a vast range of businesses. In this interview we hear from Richard and how he went about growing his sign franchise to where it is today..
Exclusive Interview: "Maintaining an excellent quality of life with WPA" Simon Marks has run a WPA Healthcare franchise in Northern Ireland for 4 years. He left behind a long career in the banking sector and was able to transfer many of his skills to suit his new role. Simon was impressed by WPA’s support package and felt this was invaluable to running a successful business. After so long working in a corporate environment Simon relishes in the fact that he can plan his diary around his commitments and maintain an excellent quality of life..
Exclusive interview - "I am reaping the benefits of being my own boss with TaxAssist" Before buying his TaxAssist franchise, Ian was a chartered management accountant and after deciding that he wanted to be in charge of his own destiny, he started to look at what was available to him. Though accountancy experience is not a necessity for joining TaxAssist, Ian enjoyed his accountancy work so much that he wanted to transfer his skills to franchising. To find out the steps Ian took to becoming a franchise owner....
Cafe2U franchisee happy with working life Jeff was Franchise Partner of the Year in 2008, and has three Cafe2U vans running in his territory, employing 5 full time and part time people, as well as renting premises for van parking, and storage, and plans on a 4th van by 2011..
Chance finding of Snack-in-the-Box franchise Deciding that I wanted to go into business for myself, I started to thoroughly research all the options available to me. It was purely by chance that I came across Snack-in-the- Box (SITB). .
TaxAssist Accountants announce the opening of their first shop front premises in Northern Ireland! TaxAssist Accountants provides small businesses with expert advice tailored specifically for their needs, from the completion of end of year accounts and tax returns to payroll, VAT and bookkeeping. This is complemented by a wide range of additional services for small business clients, including debt recovery, independent financial advice and personnel (HR) services..
Richard McGonigle - Signs Express (Derry) Richard McGonigle wanted a change and had always aspired to start his own business so looked at franchising as a way to achieve this..
Award winning Mark Goes from Strength to Strength Two years ago, Mark Pronger was a stressed -out mechanical engineer. Now as owner of Revive! Belfast, he’s running Northern Ireland’s ‘Best Start-up Business’ and is loving his new life..
FRESH APPROACH TO FIXING CARS EARNS BELFAST BODYWORK REPAIR BUSINESS AWARD RECOGNITION A newly launched Belfast-based bodywork repair firm, Revive! Northern Ireland, led by owner Mark Progner, has been recognised by a prestigious awarding body for providing residents of the city and the surrounding areas with an innovative vehicle repair offering..
Smoothie Factory has opened its first UK and Ireland store One of the world’s most exciting and fastest growing juice bar brands, Smoothie Factory, opened its first UK and Ireland store in the heart of Belfast’s vibrant Titanic Quarter in May of this year. The American juice bar franchise, known for its innovative, delicious and healthy products has major plans for expansion into the UK & Ireland..
SLIM CHICKENS SIGNS NEW FRANCHISE PARTNER FOR NORTHERN IRELAND Boparan Restaurant Group (BRG) has secured its first franchise partner, OCO Westend, for Ireland as the Group continues to accelerate the growth of its ‘better chicken’ brand, Slim Chickens. An established hospitality franchisee, and one of Starbucks' longest licensed partners, OCO Westend will open Slim Chickens’ 30th site and its first for Ireland on Belfast’s Boucher Square on 11 October..
Card Connection’s Franchisee becomes ‘Mr Northern Ireland’! Leading greeting card publisher and franchisor, Card Connection, has announced that its 2 x Franchisee of the Year Gabriel McGeown (Gabe) has now expanded his franchise territory to cover the whole of Northern Ireland. Read more about how Gabe has grown his franchise territory to encompass the whole of Northern Ireland!.
Home Instead's first franchisee in Northern Ireland off to a flying start Lynn Elliott is changing the face of ageing in Northern Ireland as Home Instead Senior Care’s first franchise to open its doors in the province. Proving there’s a clear demand in Northern Ireland for the brand’s relationship-led care and companionship model with visits that last a minimum of one hour, new franchisee Lynn has seen rapid growth in her first two years of business..
TaxAssist Accountants announce the opening of their first shop front premises in Northern Ireland! TaxAssist Accountants provides small businesses with expert advice tailored specifically for their needs, from the completion of end of year accounts and tax returns to payroll, VAT and bookkeeping. This is complemented by a wide range of additional services for small business clients, including debt recovery, independent financial advice and personnel (HR) services..
Agency Express franchise opportunity in Ireland Agency Express is the UK’s largest and only nationwide estate agency board company. This is a Van-based franchise, seeking to expand its operation across Ireland..
Amorino franchise opportunity in Ireland Amorino is the #1 premium Italian gelato with twice the number of outlets than any other gelato competitor; 200 stores in 18 countries..
Anytime Fitness franchise opportunity in Ireland One of the largest and fastest growing gym franchise in the world. Joint venture opportunities & funding support available; you could be closer than you think to owning your very own health club..
Autoglym franchise opportunity in Ireland Autoglym franchise has been a leading manufacturer of valeting products for over 50 years and one of the best-known brands in the car after-care market.
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Blossom Home Care franchise opportunity in Ireland Care at home franchise. This is a Master Franchise Opportunity to run your own network of franchisees across Ireland/NI. Although not essential, some care industry or nursing experience would be beneficial..
Choppaluna franchise opportunity in Ireland Choppaluna is a vibrant salad bar with an extensive menu. Multiple formats available. Looking for experienced muli-unit operators. Part of HERO Brands that includes German Doner Kebabs (GDK)..
Chrysalis Partners franchise opportunity in Ireland Chrysalis Partners aim to work with business owner's to improve profitability and sales growth. They offer business coaching and consultancy services to develop businesses. Chrysalis Partners are seeking business coaches in Ireland to expand their operation..
Dirty Bones franchise opportunity in Ireland New York City inspired comfort food & cocktailsl. Looking for F&B operators with the operational expertise and financial capability to grow the Dirty Bones brand in Ireland. Part of Hero Brands (German Doner Kebab)..
eDivert franchise opportunity in Ireland eDivert provides small and medium-sized businesses with tailored administrative, customer service and marketing services. Can be run part or full-time .
Fifo Capital franchise opportunity in Ireland Fifo Capital are a global business finance brand providing short term working capital solutions for secure small and medium businesses. With over 70 franchisees they are looking to expand their operations in Ireland.
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I am Doner franchise opportunity in Ireland I am Döner offers a gourmet spin on the traditional kebab that we all know and love. Looking for experienced partners to develop the brand throughout Ireland..
Island Poke franchise opportunity in Ireland Island Poke offer a vibrant, fresh and healthy grab-and-go lunch concept. Multiple formats. Part of HERO Brands that includes German Doner Kebabs (GDK)..
Just Clear franchise opportunity in Ireland Just Clear, the UK’s most trusted home clearance and rubbish removal company, is looking to expand into Ireland. We are looking for a master partner in Ireland..
Kumon franchise opportunity in Ireland Leading provider of supplementary education globally. Seeking franchise partners to grow their operation in Ireland; driven professionals who are passionate about education, children and helping them build a brighter future..
Metro Rod franchise opportunity in Ireland Metro Rod is a leading supplier of drainage services to a wide range of businesses and domestic customers across the UK and Ireland.
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Mikos Gyros franchise opportunity in Ireland Mikos Gyros is a fast-casual Greek brand that specialises in Gyros. We have several locations across the UK and are now looking to expand our franchises into Ireland..
Monterey Jack's franchise opportunity in Ireland Monterey Jack’s is an award-winning American-themed burger bar and restaurant serving top-quality food and drink at affordable prices. Looking for experienced multi-unit restaurant operators. .
Oodles Chinesefranchise opportunity in Ireland Oodles is an industry leading fusion franchise, providing Eastern-inspired street-style food, served in a box. Looking for single and multi-unit partners..
Recognition Express franchise opportunity in Ireland Specialising in branded corporate products for Irish companies; multiple revenue streams. Be part of a multi-million Euro marketplace. Recognition Express are seeking franchisees for expansion across Ireland..
Sides franchise opportunity in Ireland Fried chicken QSR. Looking for multi-unit partners. Part of Virtual Hero, a subsidiary of Hero Brands, company behind German Doner Kebab. .
Smoothie Factory franchise opportunity in Ireland Smoothie Factory is the world’s fastest growing retailer of real fruit smoothies. We now have juice bars in over 20 countries and want to replicate our success in Ireland.
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Snap Fitness franchise opportunity in Ireland Snap Fitness is the world’s premier 24/7 fitness franchise with 1000+ clubs in 20 countries. Looking for multi-unit and single-unit franchisees.
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Techclean franchise opportunity in Ireland The UK market leader in providing specialist IT equipment cleaning and hygiene service. Seeking franchise partners across Ireland for expansion..
Thunderbird Chickenfranchise opportunity in Ireland Thunderbird Fried Chicken is a fast-casual chicken franchise looking to expand into Ireland. Seeking experienced operators in Ireland with preferred multi-site experience and a passion for food and hospitality.
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UBX franchise opportunity in Ireland UBX is the world's fastest growing boxing franchise with over 90+ locations worldwide. UBX are seeking single unit and multi-unit franchisees across Ireland..
Walfinch franchise opportunity in Ireland Walfinch provides bespoke, high-quality care at home to individuals and families across the Ireland. Make a genuine difference to your community, while making a good living..
From a globe-trotting career to achieving the perfect work-life balance Trevor O'Sullivan's career took him all over the globe, from working in Australia, Canada, Norway, and Kazakhstan. Returning to Ireland with a young family, Trevor sought a business opportunity that would give him the flexibility and work life balance he wanted, and in énergie Fitness he found the perfect fit.
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FROM A GLOBE-TROTTING CAREER TO ACHIEVING THE PERFECT WORK-LIFE BALANCE Trevor O'Sullivan's career took him all over the globe, from working in Australia, Canada, Norway, and Kazakhstan. Returning to Ireland with a young family, Trevor sought a business opportunity that would give him the flexibility and work life balance he wanted, and in énergie Fitness he found the perfect fit.
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ANYTIME FITNESS FRANCHISEE GROUP WINS IRISH FRANCHISE ASSOCIATION AWARD Leading fitness franchise Anytime Fitness is celebrating awards success after the Aura Holohan Group was named Multi-Unit Franchisee of the Year at the Irish Franchise Association Awards. The Aura Holohan Group owns and operates five Anytime Fitness gyms in the Republic of Ireland and was commended for their outstanding business performance and the experience enjoyed by members across all locations.
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Blossom Home Care to launch in Ireland and Northern Ireland in 2023 As our rapid expansion through franchising continues apace, we can now reveal our plans to launch our first franchises in Ireland and Northern Ireland by the end of this year. Within a matter of months, clients across these territories will be able to experience the Blossom Home Care difference first-hand. This opening up to the Irish and Northern Irish care markets is a continuation of what has been a hugely successful 2022 for Blossom Home Care franchisees. To lead our international expansion, we are now looking for the right candidate to become our master franchisee in the area.
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New Blossom Home Care franchisees reap benefits of their onboarding support course In the world of Blossom Home Care, 2023 has started just as 2022 ended: with lots of excited new franchisees joining the business! We continue to grow at a rapid pace, with an ever growing number of clients able to receive premium personalised care courtesy of new Blossom offices springing up in territories across the country.
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How I grew my gym business. Interview with énergie Fitness multi-unit franchise owner, Graham Cooley Graham Cooley is the multi-unit franchise owner of énergie Fitness Drimnaugh and Dundalk in Ireland. In this interview, Graham tells us about his journey with énergie Fitness so far, his plans for the future, the factors he feels set énergie apart in the marketplace, and his advice to anyone looking to go into business with a franchise.
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Smoothie Factory has opened its first UK and Ireland store One of the world’s most exciting and fastest growing juice bar brands, Smoothie Factory, opened its first UK and Ireland store in the heart of Belfast’s vibrant Titanic Quarter in May of this year. The American juice bar franchise, known for its innovative, delicious and healthy products has major plans for expansion into the UK & Ireland.
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Smoothie Factory targets Ireland for future development Smoothie Factory is the world’s fastest growing healthy and nutritious food and beverage destination. With an established presence in 20 countries and partnership deals agreed in a further 10, we now have a unique opportunity for an ambitious, well funded individual or business to launch this brand into Ireland
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New TaxAssist Shop Opens in Donnybrook, Dublin TaxAssist Accountant Dermot Kane has expanded his practice by opening a second location due to client demand. The new shop is located in Dublin’s Donnybrook and will service clients in the Dublin 4 area and surrounds.
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Where will my clients come from? If you are thinking of starting your own accountancy practice one of the most pressing questions you will have is likely to be ‘where will I get clients from?’. In our experience there is no single way to do this. The truth is that you need to do lots of things well at the same time to see your client base build.
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UBX LAUNCHES IN IRELAND Brian Lee, founder and CEO of Freshly Chopped, Ireland’s original healthy fast-food retailer, and NEAT Pizza has today announced a new partnership with Empowered Brands to bring UBX, the world's fastest growing franchised boxing community, to Ireland.
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World's fastest growing boxing franchise launches in the UK and Ireland Empowered Brands, owners of the UK’s #1 Gym Franchise énergie Fitness with close to 100 fitness clubs across the UK and Ireland, has partnered with UBX Boxing + Strength, a unique Australian boxing fitness concept.
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Fantastic Services expands across Ireland The UK’s leading home services provider and award-winning franchisor with over 530 franchisees across three continents, Fantastic Services, has recently set foot in Ireland with the appointment of a new Master Franchisee.
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Lingotot, the new way for children to learn languages in Ireland, arrives in Cork Lingotot, the children’s languages specialist, is delighted to be expanding into Cork this month. Sessions will be run in nurseries, community classes, primary after school clubs and holiday clubs. The roll out will start with Spanish initially with other languages such as French, German and Irish to follow.
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FURTHER INTERNATIONAL EXPANSION AS GET AHEAD WELCOMES NEW FRANCHISEE IN IRELAND Virtual outsourcing agency Get Ahead is delighted to welcome its first franchisee in the Republic of Ireland, continuing its global expansion. Linda McCormick will be running Get Ahead Ireland from her base in Wicklow, just south of Dublin.
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Good Feet Store franchise opportunity in Australia Good Feet Stores sell arch supports plus a selection of shoes and foot-related accessories, all with aim of improving the quality of life for those who suffer tremendous back and foot pain.
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Just Clear franchise opportunity in Australia Just Clear is the UK’s most trusted home clearance and rubbish removal company. Seeking franchise partners for expansion into Australia. We try to donate, recycle and resell 100% of our waste to save them from landfill.
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Kubarz franchise opportunity in Australia The Kubarz franchise is a low-cost, mobile bar, bartender and party supplier business, delivering services to parties, weddings and events.
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Lingotot franchise opportunity in Australia Lingotot helps children to learn languages via interactive, multi-sensory classes. Lingotot is looking for a Master Franchisee for Australia.
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NKD Pizza franchise opportunity in Australia NKD Pizza is changing the face of pizza across the world! With 60 new sites opening across the UK and we are looking for a master franchisee to replicate this success in Australia.
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Leading UK language franchise sets it sights on Australia market Lingotot, UK’s leading language franchise, signed their first master franchisee in Ireland in 2019. They are now looking to replicate this success and are looking for a master franchisee to run their operation in Australia. For insight into the role of a master franchisee and who makes an ideal master franchisee, Irish master franchisee Sofia Cola´s talks to whichfranchise.
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GREAT BRITISH FRANCHISEE AWARDS 2023 Franchisees are the lifeblood of UK franchising, and without YOU there would be no system. The Great British Franchisee Award recognizes this. It is open to any established franchisee operating within the UK, and achieving the award demonstrates your ability to perform exceptionally well in all areas of the business.
ABOUT THE GREAT BRITISH FRANCHISEE AWARDS 2022 As someone who has been involved in franchising for over 25 years, | feel it’s time the industry had an award where all franchisees in the UK have the opportunity to be recognised for outstanding performance, regardless of the size of your business or the sector you work in.
BENEFITS - ABOUT THE GREAT BRITISH FRANCHISEE AWARDS 2022 Achieving the Great British Franchisee Award will bring you many benefits. Most importantly, you are receiving recognition for your hard work as a franchisee, and you are also setting yourself and your business apart from the competition.
THE JUDGES GREAT BRITISH FRANCHISEE AWARDS 2022 The Great British Franchisee award is proud to have a distinguished panel of judges - Richard Holden, Lloyds TSB, Euan Fraser, AMO Consulting, Derrick Simpson, bfa accredited advisor and Johnny Sellyn, whichfranchise
THE PARTNERS - GREAT BRITISH FRANCHISEE AWARD 2022 The Great British Franchisee award is supported by leading brands in franchising. We are excited to be working with such great names who will help promote this award and its' benefits
Rivals green with envy as lawn care couple land major industry award A Doncaster couple who didn’t let the grass grow under their feet when they took over a lawn care company have landed a prestigious industry award. Jamie and Lesley Clark, owners of Greensleeves Doncaster, increased its number of customers from 200 to more than 2,200. “When we bought the business, it had a turnover of £38,000 but now it’s turning over nearly ten times that,” says Lesley.
Walfinch Suffolk Coastal Home Care Named as Winner of Major National Award Sarah Wickham, franchisee and managing director, Walfinch Suffolk Coastal home care has been named as a Great British Franchisee Award winner. Sarah who originally began her career as a carer, has now built her franchised business to support people in their own homes, offering companionship visits to intensive live-in care. Sarah now runs three franchised territories covering Suffolk Coastal, Norfolk and West Suffolk, employing 115 carers.
Former paramedic scoops major business award A former paramedic who switched from saving lives to improving the quality of life for Newcastle’s busiest homeowners has won a major industry award. Deborah Hart, owner of Newcastle’s Bright & Beautiful housekeeping and domestic cleaning service, is a recipient of a Great British Franchisee Award.
Recycling boss who wasted no time in changing industries wins major award Tripling turnover in five years is a pretty good sign for any business – and that’s helped Nottinghamshire entrepreneur Paul Glover win a major industry award. Paul, who owns Beeston-based Signs Express Nottingham, has landed a great British Franchisee Award. “He’s among some of the most financially successful franchisees in the whole of the Signs Express network”, says Emma Wakefield, the national Head of Franchise Recruitment.
Right tools for the job help young Plymouth entrepreneur win coveted industry award Former car mechanic, Luke Henderson, has won a major industry award after building a million-a-year tools and tool storage business. The owner of Snap-on in Plymouth and South Hams is the recipient of a Great British Franchisee Award. “Luke is a shining example of what makes an exceptional franchisee,” says Lisa Law, Snap-on’s National Franchise Manager.
Astonishing performance in business wins top award for theatre school leader A Cumbrian theatre school principal whose rapidly expanding business is helping children on two continents and providing inspirational role models for ethnic minorities has won a coveted industry award. Asha Marie Richardson, owner of Razzamataz Theatre Schools South Lakes, is the recipient of a Great British Franchisee Award. She took over Razzamataz Penrith when it had only 35 students, then rebranded it as Razzamataz South Lakes and opened a school in Appleby and another in Kendal.
Community-minded Cleveland couple win major industry award A Cleveland couple who turned their desire to help vulnerable people into a successful business have won a coveted industry award. Gavin Morrigan and Michelle Fairless, the owners of Home Instead Cleveland, are the joint recipients of a Great British Franchisee Award. “They truly are a shining example of people who came to us with the right attitude and a desire to be the best at what they do,” says Imogen Clarke, the network’s Head of Franchise Development.
Super Mario switches industries and wins major award A loss assessor who helps homeowners with their property insurance claims in Surrey and Berkshire has won a major industry award. Mario Lovric, owner of Aspray Maidenhead and Guildford and already acclaimed as his network’s National Franchisee of the Year for 2023, has just scooped a Great British Franchisee Award. “He’s also the first franchisee in our network to expand their business to a second territory within the first two years,” says Hayley McSherry, a national Director of Aspray.
Ex-teacher wins coveted award after taking 20 years’ experience in a creative direction A Birmingham teacher who wanted a change from full time teaching quit after 20 years at the chalkface has won a major award from the business sector she found refuge in. Emma McCalla-John, now the owner of Creation Station Harborne, is the recipient of a Great British Franchisee Award. It puts her among the elite of the franchising world and vindicates her decision, she says, to take her 20 years of experience into a sector that appreciated it.
Web wiz Mark wins major industry award A former IT manager whose ideas made his franchise network three times as profitable has won a coveted industry award. Activ Digital Marketing’s Kingston upon Thames franchisee Mark Rouvray is the recipient of a Great British Franchisee Award. “If we could have another 10 Marks in our network, that would be fantastic!” says Managing Director Katie Bullon.
Treating cleaning staff decently helps West Midlands man win major honour A cleaning company boss who offers rare job security and long-service awards to the people he employs in the West Midlands has won a major industry accolade. Tom Jackson, owner of the Merry Maids franchises in Dudley, Wolverhampton, Birmingham South, Solihull and Stafford, is the recipient of a Great British Franchisee Award. “It’s common for there to be a high frequency of staff turnover in the cleaning industry,” Tom says, “but that’s not the case in my business.
WEST LONDON ENTREPRENEUR AWARDED FOR DEDICATION TO PROVIDING HIGH-QUALITY CARE Local businessman, Hammad Cheema, is celebrating with his team of carers and support staff, after the West London based in-home care business, Visiting Angels, is recognised with a prestigious award. Along with his Operations Manager, Grace and his Registered Care Manager Magdalena, Hammad has been committed to making a real impact on care provision in his local area since launching his business three years ago.
Surrey tech guru wins coveted business award A Guildford man who gives children a head-start in a tech-driven world by teaching them digital skills and computer confidence has won a major industry award. Alan Harrison, owner of ComputerXplorers West Surrey, is the recipient of a Great British Franchisee Award. More than a thousand pupils a year depend on him for extra-curricular education at after-school sessions, weekend academies, holiday camps or in-school lessons.
Dessert restaurant pioneer Sheraz Rafique scoops coveted industry award A former accountant whose first foray into the hospitality industry saw him open the first franchised Heavenly Desserts restaurant in 2017, in what is now a thriving national network, has won a major industry accolade. Muhammad Rafique, known as Sheraz, is the recipient of a Great British Franchisee Award.
Molly Maid Franchisees Winners in the Prestigious Great British Franchisee Awards 2023 Molly Maid Burton Upon Trent & Derby Franchisees, Gill and Rob Dawson, have been recognised as a winner in the 2023 whichfranchise.com Great British Franchisee Awards 2023. The award recognises Franchisees across the UK who run exceptional businesses and Jonathan Holden, COO of Molly Maid UK, couldn’t agree more with the judges’ decision this year.
Couple who built £9 million-a-year Belfast business win coveted industry award A Northern Ireland couple inspired to set up a care business after suffering bereavement and the financial crash of 2008 have scooped a major award. Richard and Emily Magrath, owners of homecare company Caremark North Down, Ards & Belfast, are the recipients of a Great British Franchisee Award. Their business has become the biggest in the 120-office nationwide Caremark network with the highest revenue, the largest workforce, and the most customers.
Children’s athletics coach who stretched herself wins coveted business award Sam McDermott, owner of Mini Athletics South East London, who faced one hurdle after another when she set up her children’s sports business has won a major industry award. “Taking over the business at the very beginning of the pandemic meant I faced some significant challenges,” says Sam, who couldn’t hold face-to-face classes because of lockdown restrictions.
Success in British Franchisee Awards for Petpals Petpals’ franchisee, Peter Lea, was announced as a winner of the Great British Franchisee Awards this week in recognition of his ongoing success with his two Petpals businesses: Petpals Bracknell and Petpals Wokingham and Sandhurst. The prestigious national awards consider areas such as business experience, business growth, staff retention, customer satisfaction, community involvement, and inspired leadership to determine worthy winners across the UK.
Can-do mentality scoops major industry award for virtual PA supplier Michelle They call her Can-Do Collins – and if there is anything she actually can’t do, the judges of the Great British Franchisee Awards certainly weren’t aware of it. That’s why they’ve given Michelle Collins, owner of Pink Spaghetti PA Services in Chester and North Wales, the highest honour in the franchising world. And if anyone’s tempted to think it’s a dull life providing virtual PA services to often unseen clients, Michelle says otherwise.
Oven-care couple clean up in industry awards A couple on a mission to make Portsmouth’s ovens the cleanest in Britain have won a major industry award. Dean and Amy Wilson’s life of grime with Ovenclean Portsmouth has paid off with an impressive win in the Great British Franchisee Awards. “We want to be the biggest franchise Ovenclean have,” says Dean, “and we’re fairly sure we’re the biggest oven-cleaning operation locally.
Business partners Kristy and Suzanne win major national award for flexible, fast-growth business Embracing flexible working long before the pandemic made it fashionable has helped human dynamos Kristy Roff and Suzanne Evett win a major business award. The owners of virtual outsourcing agency Get Ahead in Berkshire, North Hampshire and Surrey have won a Great British Franchisee Award. “Kristy and Suzanne are a shining example of how to do franchising well,” says Rebecca Newenham, founder of the Get Ahead network. “Their growth has accelerated over the last two years, and they’ve expanded by taking on a new territory in Surrey, creating a southern super-hub for us.”
Major award for million-a-year drains expert A drains expert who put away his tools as an experiment and decided to manage his business instead has more than doubled his turnover to £1 million a year. His spectacular success has won Drain Doctor Oxford owners Jon Parker and his wife Lisa a Great British Franchisee Award. That’s not just good news for Jon and Lisa, who set up their business 11 years ago, but for their employees who include both their daughters and two of their nephews.
Award-winning paintwork pros set a shining example A couple best known for repainting car bodywork are painting the town red instead after landing a major industry award. Brian and Amanda Palmer, owners of ChipsAway St Albans, have won a Great British Franchisee Award from whichfranchise. “They couldn’t be more deserving,” says Rebecca de Chair, Group Marketing Manager of ChipsAway International. “They’ve developed their business from a man-in-a-van operation to a very successful Car Care Centre employing eight people – a testament to their hard work and dedication.
Teacher wins major business award after pandemic taught her a lesson A former deputy head teacher who set up a cleaning business just before the pandemic struck has won a major industry award. Alison Chilvers, the owner of Bright & Beautiful Ipswich, has walked away with a Great British Franchisee Award from whichfranchise – one of the greatest honour in the franchising world.
Award-winning cleaning boss wipes floor with rivals by treating staff decently Treating staff decently and paying them higher wages has helped Exeter cleaning company boss Caroline Spiller build a million-pound business – and win a major industry award. The owner of Betterclean Exeter & Taunton has won a Great British Franchisee Award – one of the highest honour in the world of franchising – for an approach to business that’s making her clients and cleaners far happier than the industry norm.
Award makes Alun top dog in the canine holiday boarding world A man who went walkies from local government to give dogs holidays worth writing home about has won a major industry award. Alun Davies, owner of Barking Mad Cotswolds, is the winner of a Great British Franchisee Award, one of the highest honour in the franchising world. Dogs in Gloucestershire and a small slice of Wiltshire would almost certainly have nominated Alun for the award themselves if they could have done, according to a widely-held belief among his customers.
Major award for £4 million cleaning company launched from a couple's conservatory A cleaning company launched from a couple’s conservatory 30 years ago has won its current boss a major industry award. CJ Micallef, daughter of the founders, Martin and Sarah Steinman, has won a Great British Franchisee Award – one of the highest honour in the franchising world. ServiceMaster Clean Contract Services Manchester has grown to employ more than 300 staff with a turnover of more than £3 million, and CJ expects to hit £4 million soon.
Dance school heads waltz off with a major industry award Dance school owners Liz Kelly and Rachel Martin have spent most of their seven years in business together laughing – and now they have something else to smile about after landing a major industry award. The women behind Diddi Dance in Plymouth have won a Great British Franchisee Award, one of the highest honour in the franchising world.
Indefatigable franchisee Louise wins major industry award A crafts teacher with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and a seriously ill son has won the hearts and votes of judges to land a major industry award. Louise Richardson, owner of Creation Station in Fareham for eight years, has won a Great British Franchisee Award – one of the highest honour in the franchising world.
HOME INSTEAD FRANCHISEE RECOGNISED FOR OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY COMMITMENT Multi-unit Home Instead franchisee, Fatta Thappa has been named a Great British Franchisee 2023. In just seven years Fatta has successfully established two flourishing Home Instead franchises in London employing over 130 members of staff. Alongside this, Fatta has made a long-term commitment to elderly residents in his local area by opening a Companionship Café, where he regularly volunteers in his free time.
DAVID ABBOTT WINS MAJOR INDUSTRY AWARD FOR SUPPORTING LOCAL BUSINESS COMMUNITY David Abbott, owner of The Alternative Board (TAB) Thames Valley West has been named a Great British Franchisee 2023. “I am delighted to have been honoured with such a prestigious franchise industry award,” commented David. “Authenticity, integrity and genuine concern for the wellbeing of my members and their businesses are the values upon which my business is built.
Two Great British Franchisee Awards in 12 months for ActionCOACH ActionCOACH franchise partner, Gary Keating, was named a winner of the Great British Franchisee Awards this week in recognition of his ongoing success at his ActionCOACH Bristol firm. Gary took home the award in acknowledgement of his continued dedication to transforming business owners’ lives, with Kevin Riley at ActionCOACH Warwick taking home the same award in 2022.
Award-winning tax expert credits parents' work ethic for inspiring her success Former barrister Sejal Sira, one of the star performers in the TaxAssist Accountants network, has won a major industry award. Sejal, who owns and runs two TaxAssist franchises serving Watford, Barnet and Borehamwood with here husband, Kam, has won a Great British Franchisee Award from whichfranchise.com, the highest honour in the industry.
Working through chemo wins major industry award for travel expert Rachael Chemotherapy is a living Hell for so many cancer sufferers – a debilitating, all-consuming and draining form of treatment – yet travel expert Rachael Coyne has not only managed to work through it but has won a coveted industry award.
Mike wins major award for growing grass and business Lawncare expert Mike Simmonds doesn’t let the grass grow under his feet when it comes to business – and his determination to ensure the other man’s grass is always greener has landed him a major industry award.
Legal eagles' judgement vindicated as they swap courtrooms for commercial cleaning Solicitors and barristers are famous for cleaning up financially – but how many, like Jane and Dornford Roberts, are just as likely to be cleaning up with a mop and bucket? The couple, joint owners of a Betterclean franchise covering a huge area from Dawlish in Devon to Penzance in Cornwall, have just won the most prestigious accolade in the franchising world: a Great British Franchisee Award from whichfranchise.com.
Industry honour for virtual PA franchisee Kelly A personal assistant’s dedication to helping other businesspeople cope has won her a major industry award. Kelly-Ann Grimes impressed the judges of whichfranchise.com’s Great British Franchisee Awards, putting her among the franchise industry’s elite.
ServiceMaster boss cleans up with major industry award A cleaning company boss with clients all over the North East of England has won a major industry award. Chris Blewitt, owner of ServiceMaster Clean Contract Services North East, impressed the judges to take one of whichfranchise.com’s Great British Franchisee Awards, placing him among the industry’s elite.
Care boss Ben wins national honour for brightening lives of people with dementia A care-in-the-home provider who’s transforming life for people living with dementia in Cheshire has won a prestigious national award. Ben Selby, owner of Right At Home in Mid and South Cheshire, is the winner of a Great British Franchisee Award from whichfranchise.com, placing him among the industry’s elite.
Business mentor's resilience earns him a major industry award A business guru who’d only just started his venture when Covid struck and everything changed overnight has won a major industry award. Graham Ballantyne, owner of UK Business Mentoring in Oxfordshire, Reading and Newbury, impressed the judges of the whichfranchise.com-backed awards so much that they chose him to receive a Great British Franchisee Award.
Pet-care expert overcomes redundancy to bring national award back to Sefton Experienced pet-care provider, Sharren Redmond, has received a national award recognising the ongoing success of her pet-care business, Petpals Sefton. The Great British Franchisee Awards (GBFA) considers areas such as business experience, business growth, staff retainment, customer satisfaction, community involvement, and inspired leadership to determine worthy winners across the UK. Mother-of-two, Sharren, is especially delighted with receiving the award, considering the hardship she faced before starting her business.
Pitman franchisee picks up prestigious national business award Chris Wyle has received a prestigious national award recognising the ongoing success of his Pitman Training businesses. The Great British Franchisee Awards considers areas such as business experience, business growth, staff retainment, customer satisfaction, community involvement, and inspired leadership to determine worthy winners across the UK.
ActionCOACH celebrates franchise partner receiving Great British Franchisee Award ActionCOACH franchise partner Kevin Riley was named a winner of the Great British Franchisee Awards in recognition of the ongoing success of ActionCOACH Warwick this week. The Great British Franchisee Awards considers areas such as business experience, business growth, staff retainment, customer satisfaction, community involvement, and inspired leadership to determine worthy franchisees across the UK.
Major award for North Essex digital marketers Lisa and Reece Digital marketing experts Lisa and Reece Smith have joined the elite of the franchising world after landing a major industry award. The couple, who’ve owned and run activ Digital Marketing North Essex for 13 years, have won a Great British Franchisee Award from whichfranchise.com.
Fitness guru Duncan wins major award for playing to strengths Duncan Attwood, owner of fit20 Exeter, is living proof of the survival of the fittest, thriving when so many others in the industry fell by the wayside in the pandemic. Forced, like them, to lock his doors due to Government lockdown restrictions, he helped develop a new version of the company’s training that could be delivered by Zoom into members’ homes.
Cleaning business owner irons out doubts to win major industry award Silviu Bompa almost gave up after 18 months as a cleaning business owner in Chester – but persistence paid off and he now turns over almost half a million pounds a year. His staying-power and entrepreneurial spirit has not only turned Bright & Beautiful Chester into a burgeoning business but has just won him the most prestigious accolade in the franchise world: a Great British Franchisee Award from whichfranchise.com.
Awards judges sing music teacher’s praises for giving families a lockdown lifeline A music teacher who gave free online classes to 500 families during lockdown has won a major industry award. Laura Justice, owner of the Rhythm Time franchise in the Yorkshire North West area, gave up her own family time to deliver the classes over Zoom to other families whose children were missing out during lockdown.
Christmas decorator Shobhna gets just what she's always wanted: a major industry award A businesswoman who’s achieved a work-life balance almost as good as Santa’s has won a major industry award. Shobhna Jesa, owner of The Christmas Decorators Chelsea, impressed the judges so much that they’ve honoured her with the Great British Franchisee Award, putting her among the industry’s elite.
Exceptional entrepreneurs recognised at Great British Franchisee Awards 2022 Eleven franchisees have been recognised for outstanding business performance in the Great British Franchisee Awards 2022.
Judged against rigorous criteria including growth, customer satisfaction and community involvement, the eleven business owners demonstrated impressive leadership and resilience through the pandemic.
First ever winners of the Great British Franchisee Awards announced The winners of the first round of the Great British Franchisee Awards 2021 have been announced. Judged by a prestigious judging panel of industry experts, all the winners demonstrated what it takes to be Great British Franchisees.
Tutoring franchise wins prestigious national business award Tutor Doctor franchise owners, Rob and Lynne Kerrison, have received a national award recognising their response to the pandemic and for the ongoing success of their business, which is based in both Cambridge and Norwich.
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didi-dance-sevnja-jinman Pandemic shutdowns were enough to keep anyone on their toes – but the steps dance teacher Svenja Jinman took to stay in business when all her venues were closed have helped her win a prestigious industry award. Svenja, owner of Diddi Dance in Wolverhampton, has joined the elite of the franchise world by winning a Great British Franchisee Award from whichfranchise.
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Interview with Bill Sunner co-founders of Wingers My background is in sandwich shops. We’d started out as a premium brand but found our £1 sandwiches and baguets flew off the shelves best and quickly expanded to ten sites, some of which were franchised and some wholly owned. Ultimately, price rises meant it was difficult to sustain the £1 model, so from our production facility we moved into wholesale, supplying schools, colleges and football clubs. However, back in 2012, I read an article that confirmed 1.2 million chicken wings were sold over one weekend during the Superbowl. It was a lightbulb moment.
Interview with Founder of UK Auto Pro, Mark Saunders There isn’t anything Mark Saunders doesn’t know about window tinting, having been a mobile technician for over 10 years himself. He set up UK Auto Pro in 2019. Initially employing technicians, he struggled to reach the levels of service he wanted to provide customers with due to lack of commitment from the technicians. He realised he needed individuals who would be invested in delivering results and always putting the customer first, which led him to go down the franchise route. He employed his first franchisee a year later, and now has 5 covering central England. Mark is looking to expand his business across the UK and looking for likeminded individuals to join UK Auto Pro. Marks tells his story…
Q&A with Amran Sunner, founder of Wingers Amran Sunner is one of the founders of Wingers – the Chicken Wing company. We spoke to Amran to find out more about how the business came about and this exciting franchise opportunity.
Interview with Stephen Hopper, Founder and CEO of Plan Burrito Stephen Hopper is the CEO and Founder of Plan Burrito, the fastest growing multi-award winning Tex-Mex franchise operation in the UK. Plan Burrito opened their first store in 2015 in Loughborough. Due to phenomenal success, Stephen realised there was a huge demand for this type of food and that the only way to achieve national coverage was to franchise. In 2022, the first franchise opened. Plan Burrito is now expanding rapidly but controlled, with plans to expand internationally too by way of master licence agreements.
Interview with Founder of Dolce Desserts, Kamila Khan Kamila Khan is the Founder of Dolce Desserts. Kamila graduated at 21 years old and sought inspiration via the hearty cafes seen in and around the hotspots of Europe. In 2014, Kamila created Dolce Desserts, which embodies the sweet touch of Italy now found in the UK. Kamila has built the brand to 9 stores with plans to have 15 open by the end of the year.
Interview with Freddie St George, Raring2go! Freddie St George MBE realised very early on that he was not “good employee” material and so since leaving university, he has always been in business for himself. In 2006, he bought Raring2go! franchise, a low cost, mature and proven franchise business that produces a magazine and website that connects local businesses with local families. It was already an existing franchise but Freddie stripped it back and rebuild it so that it was a far more robust, sustainable and profitable franchise business. Outside of work and business, Freddie’s passion is for classic Minis and an annual fundraising motoring event he organises called ‘The Italian Job’, which since 1990, the event has raised over £3 million for children’s charities. Read more about Freddie and the Raring2go! opportunity...
Interview with Ben Brookes, Managing Director, Agency Express Since starting his Agency Express journey, Ben Brookes has helped to grow the company to over 110 franchisees. In this article, Ben talks about why the need for a single solution for the thousands of for sale and to let boards erected daily, led to the formation of Agency Express in 1998. And why franchising was the preferred choice for expanding the service nationwide. Ben also talks about the company’s successes and achievements to date, as well as overcoming the recent challenges of Covid-19, and ultimately why Agency Express is one of the leading franchises in the UK today.
Interview with Roni Dalal, Founder of Awesome Chips Awesome Chips has successful stores from Leicester to London. We spoke to Roni Dalal, founder and CEO of the company to find out about Awesome Chips’ recent push to grow as a franchise.
Exclusive interview with Bek Halil Fish and chip shops have always been a big part of Bek Halil’s life. Numerous members of his family have owned them over the years with his grandfather being one of the first migrants from Cyprus to enter the fish and chip trade. His mother established Beks in 1989 but wanted Bek to go to university and do something different. “I had a great career in banking as well as working for food safety and health and safety firms. Whilst I was learning within my profession, I was implementing all these strategies into my mother’s fish and chip business.” Whilst Bek originally got involved to formulate an exit strategy for his mother who was approaching retirement age, he soon realised that the business had grown to such a scale that there was an opportunity to develop it further. This has led them to franchising their proven model!
Q&A with Anthony Round, Franchise Director, Burger & Sauce Anthony Round has many years' experience in the quick service restaurant (QSR) industry supporting major brands like Domino’s, German Donner Kebab (GDK), Papa John’s and Young Group. Anthony describe Burger & Sauce as one of the most exciting projects he has ever been involved with.
Interview with David Watts, CEO and Founder of Chrysalis Partners David Watts is the CEO and Founder of Chrysalis Partners, a Business Coaching and Consulting franchise that offers services to the huge SME business sector. Using his 16 years of industry experience to establish the business in 2017, David aims to address the shortfalls in the coaching marketplace UK wide. Whilst the biggest challenge to date has been the pandemic, it has also one of the company's biggest achievements. "For our franchisees the negative impact has not been that difficult because all of our systems and strategies are designed to work remotely with no need to visit the client’s premises. This reduced the negative impart for franchisees during the pandemic."
Meet Andrew Walmsley - Franchisor of Concept Claim Solutions Andy Walmsley, Group Operations Director and Franchisor of Concept Claim Solutions, shares a unique insight into the property insurance sector. He explains the changes to the brand, the significant investments in the franchise starter package and the way the business adapted to overcome changes in the market.
Exclusive interview with Paul Nuth, Driving Miss Daisy What do you do when you have no intention of retiring but instead want a future that is enterprising, has deep personal meaning and supports the communities we live in? You enthusiastically and wholeheartedly become a franchisor and launch Driving Miss Daisy in the UK! Paul Nuth, Driving Miss Daisy talks about his journey with the franchise so far and his plans for expanding the brand throughout the UK.
Exclusive interview with Aiden Keegan, CEO of Esquires Coffee UK There are currently 48 Esquires stores in the UK with over 30 franchisees, many of whom are now multi store franchisees. The company is looking to add another 20+ stores in 2022. And the man in charge of helping Esquires achieve this is Aiden Keegan, CEO of Esquires Coffee UK.
Aiden has been with Esquires since 2004. He started his Esquires journey at Esquires Ireland, where he helped the then owner grow the network from 2 to 15 franchised stores.
Interview with EweMove MD, Nick Neill Read on to find out what happens when a banker turns sheep farmer. Nick Neill, now Head Shepherd and keen cyclist, tells all about the history, journey, and success of the EweMove brand, which aims to bring its innovative estate agency proposition to all four corners of the UK.
Interview with Chris Rocker, Founder of Just Shutters Chris Rocker is the Founder and CEO of Just Shutters. It was a 25 year career working for fitted furniture companies, that led Chris to start his own shutter business in 2006. Chris built Just Shutters to become a successful and strong regional brand, but it was listening to Duncan Bannatyne talk about franchising that gave him his lightbulb moment. In 2009, Chris launched his Just Shutters franchise. There are now 18 successful businesses across the UK and Just Shutters is now the largest independent retail specialist in the country.
Interview with Hasan Syed Habib, Founder of Luckys Hasan Syed Habib has spent his whole life in the food and restaurant business especially with the Halal and Muslim communities. It was in 2018 that Hasan and his team took a site that no one wanted and created Luckys, a Diner and Takeaway concept that brought high quality dining, takeaway and home delivery to the local neighbourhood. The pandemic presented a further opportunity to develop and refine its position as a delivery specialist. Luckys is creating a jewel in the crown of local communities.
Interview with Syeda Kayanath, Franchisor of Mowchi Syeda Kayanath has a lot of experience in hospitality as well as working with brands to develop their business and identity, so much so that she decided to use that experience to create a business of her own, Mowchi. “Mowchi was everything that represented me but also related to many consumers in this generation, a clean, sleek and minimal bubble tea brand with a unique USP of food and frozen yoghurt making Mowchi an entire experience.”
Exclusive interview with Nick Lyons, No Letting Go Nick Lyons knows all about franchising from both sides of the coin! He previously was a franchisee for an estate agency franchise before deciding that he wanted to start his own business in the lettings industry and take it down the franchise route. In this exclusive interview we speak to Nick on how he started his business, successes to date, plans for the future and his advice for anyone looking to franchise their business.
Interview with Ty Clarke, Paragon Gym Franchisor Ty Clarke’s passion for fitness first started from a very young age. “I started training because I suffered a lot with my self-confidence as throughout my adolescent years, I was a lot smaller than most of my contemporaries. I became obsessed with bettering myself which came from having a sporting background. I was often told I was ‘too weak’ or ‘too small’ to play my chosen sport. In 2020, during the Pandemic, I had the opportunity to purchase Paragon Gym and I have not looked back since.”
Exclusive interview with Garry Brown, Founder of PHC Service Garry Brown is the franchisor of PHC Service, a vacuum repair and service franchise. PHC is the first of its kind in franchising. Whilst this unique business is new to franchising, PHC has been running successfully in the South East for over 34 years. Demand from beyond the South East has led Garry to look at franchising as a means of expanding his already successful repair business. Read more about Garry journey and this unique opportunity that is now looking for franchisees across the UK.
Exclusive interview with Vincent Anthony, Propertynest We spoke to Vincent Anthony, Managing Director of Propertynest to find out more about the growth of the business, working in the property industry and the benefits of being a Propertynest franchisee.
Interview with Nigel Toplis, Recognition Express Recognition Express was established in 1979. Initially the company made only personalised name badges for companies but after a successful expansion of the franchise to incorporate associated products, the company started to look at the Promotional Products market.
In this interview Nigel talks about the challenges he had to overcome to get the company to where it is today, and also the successes they have achieved along the way. He also looks at what makes a successful franchisee and Recognition Express plans for the future.
Interview with Anthony Russo, Founder, Russo’s New York Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen Russo's New York Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen is based in Houston, Texas and was established in 1992 by Anthony Russo. Anthony has stayed true to his roots, using classic Italian recipes with the finest of ingredients, to create the perfect New York style pizza, as well as soups, salads, pastas, calzones and dessert. Every dish is inspired by a Russo family recipe. Russo’s continues to expand across the US and internationally into Saudi Arabia and Dubai. We are now looking for experienced partners in the UK. In this article, Anthony talks about his journey into franchising, the passion behind the recipes he creates and his plans for the future.
Interview with Emma Nicholson, Marketing Manager (Franchise Recruitment), ServiceMaster Emma Nicholson is Marketing Manager (Franchise Recruitment) for ServiceMaster. ServiceMaster was founded in Chicago in 1929 and first launched in the UK in 1959. The group currently consists of 6 brands – ServiceMaster Clean, ServiceMaster Restore, TruGreen, Rosemary Bookkeeping, Merry Maids and Furniture Medic. Emma talks to us about the company’s franchise journey in the UK, their successes to date, and the challenges they have had to overcome; including how they coped during the Covid pandemic. “All existing strategies were out of the window and instead, we had to create a business contingency plan, not only for our central operations, but for our franchise brands too. We are continuing to work hard to rebuild and strengthen our brands.“
Franchise focus on Shoryu Ramen Shoryu Ramen, the home of authentic Hakata tonkotsu ramen was established in London in 2012 and has gone on to launch restaurants in Manchester and Oxford as well as a series of dark kitchens, concession stores and further outlets in the capital. As the company continues to expand, we are now seeking experienced franchise operators to open Shoryu Ramen restaurants throughout the UK and beyond.
Exclusive interview: "Franchising; Building upon a solid foundation" Tony Marsh has had many years experience in franchising and, in particular, within the signs and graphics industry. As a director and shareholder of Signs Express and on the board of Directors of the British Franchise Association, Tony offers an unique insight into the industry. To benefit from Tony's experience...
Exclusive Interview with Tim Vasilakis, Founder of The Athenian whichfranchise speak to Tim Vasilakis, the Founder & CEO of the Greek fast casual brand The Athenian. Tim discusses his journey into franchising and the future expansion plans for The Athenian. The Athenian are looking for single and multi-unit operators.
Interview with Gavin Dimmock, Founder of The Drain Guys Before starting The Drain Guys, Gavin Dimmock was a franchisee for another drainage franchise. During this time, Gavin learned a lot about being a franchisee and being part of a franchise network. He has also learned everything he needed to know about drainage! In 2015, Gavin decided to start his own drainage business, The Drain Guys. The business has become so successful in the South East that demand for their services in areas they currently can’t cover, has led them to franchising. Gavin is now looking to share his knowledge of running a successful drainage business with likeminded individuals across the UK.
Interview with the co-founders of The Travel Franchise The Travel Franchise (TTF) is the UK’s fastest growing travel franchise. It enables anyone – regardless of previous experience – to follow their dreams and become a home-based travel consultant operating under its customer-facing Not Just Travel (NJT) brand. In this interview we talk to the founders, Paul Harrison and Steve Witt. Paul and Steve talk about why they set up the business, how the business has grown over the years, challenges they have faced, what makes it a great investment and what they look for in a franchise partner.
Exclusive Interview with Joe Hinton, MD of UK Business Mentoring Bringing his 35 years' experience of the corporate world Joe Hinton established UK Business Mentoring in 2009, aiming to help other people and give back to the large number of small business owners who needed help on a variety of topics.
Now partnered with high street brands such as HSBC, Santander and the Federation of Small Business UK Business Mentoring is growing its franchise network across the UK with plans for international expansion! Learn about why Joe decided franchising was the best route to grow UKBM and their plans for the future...
Exclusive interview with Amrit Dhaliwal, CEO and Founder of Walfinch Amrit Dhaliwal, CEO and Founder of Walfinch homecare talks about his background, why entrepreneurialism has always been in his blood (from running his own Italian restaurant to becoming a care franchisee), setting up Walfinch and ultimately franchising it, to the support they offer franchisees and his plans for the growth of Walfinch.
Interview with Firoz Hafeji, Co-Founder of WingTrapp Firoz Hafeji is one three friends who founded Wingtrapp in 2018. They opened their first Wingtrapp store in Leicester. They spent the next 4 years solidifying their concept and setting up the right foundations and infrastructure to allow them to franchise. They now have 3 franchisees in Birmingham, Nottingham and Coventry sites with a number of franchisees in the pipeline set to open over the next 12 months. Their mission is simple, to be recognised as the best Gourmet chicken offering in the UK.
Interview with Daniel Wade, WPA Healthcare Practice Daniel Wade is Director of New Practice Development of WPA Healthcare Practice, which is a not-for-profit company providing healthcare solutions to the self-employed, professionals and companies of all sizes. In this exclusive interview, Daniel gives us an inside perspective of WPA, their ups-and-downs, their plans for the future and what they look for in franchise partners.
whichfranchise talks to Razzamataz Theatre Schools Founder Denise Hutton-Gosney Meet Denise Hutton-Gosney, MD and Founder of Razzamataz Theatre Schools, a BBC Dragons’ Den backed and multi-award-winning franchise. From being a professional dancer to a trapeze artist to facing the dragons, Denise has a varied career, but what has stayed constant is her love for performing and being part of such an exciting industry. Denise talks to us about her career and her 22-year journey with Razzamataz, including the “bumps” along the way as well as the successes; which there are plenty! Such an interesting and motivating interview from one of the UK’s most inspiring franchisors.
Exclusive interview with Camilla Culshaw, Franchisor of The Teepover Club Camilla Culshaw is franchisor of The Teepover Club, a business that provides luxury teepee sleepovers and picnic and pamper parties in a range of themes for children.
Camilla started the business in 2019, merging her previous employment experience in PR, interior design and party & events hire to create a luxury experience for children. “I launched The Teepover Club® with just six teepees and a desire to make local children's dreams come true with our luxury teepee sleepovers. Fast forward to 2022, over 1,000 children have enjoyed our parties in our local area, and now hundreds are enjoying them in other parts of the country too with the opening of our two franchises in 2021.”
Camilla aims to create a network of franchisees, providing beautifully memorable children’s parties across the country with the word Teepover® becoming synonymous with teepee sleepovers nationwide.
Interview with Helivelton Francisco, Founder of Dooh Ponto Hambúrguer Helivelton founded Dooh Ponto in 2015 in Angola; the first Angolan brand to be franchised. Dooh Ponto brings to the world the concept of the biggest and juiciest burgers in the world. From what started as a one-man food truck business, has grown to 12 franchises in Angola, and 1 in South Africa, Mozambique and RDC Congo. Helivelton talks about his journey with Dooh Ponto and his plans for international expansion.
Exclusive interview with Suzy Sanders, Alchemy Virtual Assistance Before creating the Alchemy Virtual Assistance, Suzy Sanders was an Executive Assistant for a very busy Executive in a global recruitment firm. After the birth of her son 6 years ago, Suzy realised she needed more flexibility and freedom from her career without sacrificing her earning potential or fulfilment. And with newfound fire in her belly, the strength and determination that Suzy found in motherhood left her feeling limitless. “I’d created a small human; I could certainly create a business too!”
An interview with Kevin Yates, CEO and founder TRIB3 A pioneer of the boutique fitness model in the UK (1Rebel), Kevin Yates co-founded TRIB3 after decades of international experience in the health and leisure sector creating and nurturing disruptive, market- leading concepts.
Interview with Founder of Street Greek, Kristina Koncova Leading UK Greek food Franchise, Street Greek, is enjoying a rather tasty niche in the market. The brand's ethos of, “modern flavours with ancient values”, is attracting an increasing number of hungry customers from all demographics across London. With new stores opening every month across the capital in premium locations, this exciting new brand, is now set to target nationwide expansion from 2022.
Founder and Managing Director Kristina Koncova talks to whichfranchise about her journey from founding the business in 2018 to adapting during the COVID-19 pandemic to her plans for the UK expansion of this exciting brand.
Exclusive Interview with Scott Weir, Founder & CEO of Pillow Partners Scott Weir set up his first Letting Agency in 2006, before going on to established Pillow Partners in 2016. Scott talks to us about how the management of properties has been pretty much his life for the last 2 decades and the journey to setting up Pillow Partners, the Pillow Partners opportunity and their plans for UK and international expansion.
Interview with Founders of Mini Athletics - Kirk & Clare Bowyer Kirk and Clare Bowyer were looking for classes for their first child to enhance athleticism/sporting participation, while building his confidence, social and cognitive skills. They couldn’t find a class which brought all these skills together and sensed an opportunity - Mini Athletics was born. Learn about Kirk and Clares journey into franchising and their plans for the future...
Interview with Terry Harvey, Elite Swimming Family man Terry Harvey has ran Elite Sports, a successful sports development company, in the Midlands for the past 11 years. With an increase in demand from schools for professional swimming classes, they established a dedicated programme under the brand name Elite Swimming. As demand increased, they franchised Elite Swimming in 2018. Elite Swimming offers a unique "pools to schools" programme. Terry tells us more about this exciting concept and his franchise journey so far.
Interview with David Overton, Managing Director of Optic-Kleer David Overton, Managing Director of Optic-Kleer is passionate about each and every one of his franchisees’ businesses. Optic-Kleer has the most technologically advanced windscreen repair system currently available on the UK market and has over 2,000 5-star Google reviews from happy customers.
Interview with Elliott Shuttleworth, CEO & Founder of Boom Battle Bar Elliott Shuttleworth is a serial entrepreneur with extensive experience in the leisure and hospitality industry, including owning and operating two of the most profitable stores within the UK’s largest Adventure Park operator, Flip Out. In 2020, Elliott launched his latest venture, Boom Battle Bar. whichfranchise talks to Elliott about this unique franchise opportunity, the story so far and his plans for the future.
Interview with Nick Howes, Leadership Management International (UK) Franchisor After ten years as a successful franchisee, Nick Howes has taken on the role of Franchisor for Leadership Management International (UK) and has big plans for innovation and growth whilst remaining true to the five decades of history that have made LMI one of the world’s most trusted leadership and people development organisations.
Interview with Jabbar Mumtaz, UK Master Franchisor for Crust Gourmet Pizza and Donut King Jabbar Mumtaz is no stranger to franchising. Having run a network of 17 Subway stores in London, Jabbar decided to use his experience and skill set to bring two successful Australian QSR brands to the UK. In 2018, he purchased the UK master rights for Crust Gourmet Pizza and Donut King. Crust and Donut King are part of RFG, Australia’s largest multi-brand retail food franchise. Jabbar plans to shake up the UK’s competitive QSR market with the opening of stores across the UK. Jabbar talks to whichfranchise about his franchise journey so far.
Interview with Ian Parry, Founder of Trulawn Artificial Grass Trulawn is an established name in the artificial grass industry. Having decided to launch its franchise towards the end of 2019 – the lockdown in early 2020 gave them a significant challenge to overcome. Despite everything that has happened they still have managed to show significant growth this year; due to the volume of people working from home, and spare cash available as a result of cancelled holidays – the market became very buoyant. Ian Parry, joint founder and owner of Trulawn, talks about the decision and journey to franchising the company and how in 3 years the business has more than quadrupled in size. He discusses the challenges of 2020 with COVID-19 and how the business had to quickly adapt, implement new methods and technologies and swiftly instil confidence back in its customers.
Interview with Nigel Botterill, Entrepreneurs Circle Coaching Franchisor Nigel Botterill has built nine separate million pound plus businesses of his own in the past decade including the UK’s fastest growing franchise and Entrepreneurs Circle (EC), the country’s largest membership organisation dedicated to helping small businesses to grow. As someone who has helped set-up more people in business than anyone else (and supported over 20,000 entrepreneurs through the Entrepreneurs Circle) we interviewed Nigel on his latest opportunity, the Entrepreneurs Circle Coaching Licence.
Exclusive interview with Richard Cage, EnviroVent Richard Cage talks to whichfranchise about the EnviroVent franchise opportunity and his journey to joining EnviroVent; the UK’s market leader in home ventilation systems. After leaving school Richard worked in a local family business selling carpets and furniture, and it was there he developed his passion for sales. This early experience allowed him to apply for sales roles within major FMCG companies, as well as other franchise businesses before starting at EnviroVent as Franchise Manager, and progressing to Head of Domestic Sales. “It was a mixture of curiosity, luck and the desire for a new challenge brought me into franchising some 16 years ago. The reality of working with franchisees and the nuances of franchising, quickly became apparent and I found myself becoming a huge advocate and incredibly passionate about the industry – so much so that I can’t see myself leaving the industry now.” Richard talks about the company’s successes and challenges to date, includi
Exclusive interview with Liz Hutchings, Total Guide to As well as being the Founder and Managing Director of Total Guide to Ltd and managing her own Total Guide to franchise in Poole, Liz is Mum to Florence with another baby on the way in August. Liz started her career at a local internet start-up where she was made partner at the age of 21. At the age of 26, Liz left the company to set up Total Guide to. Liz now has plans to develop Total Guide to franchises in all major towns and cities across the UK. “It isn’t an easy path and you have to have a good team around you to support you and deliver the day to day side of the business while you focus on getting all the systems in place.”
Interview with Tim and Lindsay Brown, Founders of Access4Lofts Tim and Lindsay Brown founded Access4Lofts in 2005. Fed up with the lengthy commute from Devon to London and long hours working away from his family, Tim decided that they needed to move away from their respective roles as Corporate Sales Manager and Marketing Manager, and look at options for starting their own business. Both were not afraid to admit that the thought of giving up good, guaranteed salaries scared them!
Interview with MD of The Alternative Board, Ed Reid Ed Reid, MD of The Alternative Board (TAB) UK discusses with us his journey into franchising. Initially Ed was a pioneer with TAB, starting as a pilot franchisee. Over his time with TAB he hasnow moved into the role of MD.
Learn about Ed's plans for how he sees TAB growing in the UK and the type of experienced clients they are looking to work with...
Interview with Freddie St George, Raring2go! International bestselling author Dee Blick interviews Freddie St George, the franchisor of Raring2go! for whichfranchise, to find out how he got into franchising and what takes up so much of his spare time…
Interview with Stephen Trezona, Founder & Managing Director of Clear Brew Stehen Trezona is the Managing Director and Founder of Clear Brew, the UK’s leading independent beer line cleaning company. As well as managing the Clear Brew franchise business and overseeing 50 franchisees across the UK, Stephen still runs his own Clear Brew franchise in Cornwall which he set up back in 2006. It was the success of this business and the growing demand for services across the region, that led Stephen to take the decision to franchise his business in 2012. Stephen talks to us about his Clear Brew journey, the growing beer line cleaning industry and who makes an ideal franchisee for Clear Brew.
Interview with Howard McCormick, UK Franchise Sales and Recruitment Director World Options Howard McCormick started his World Options journey in 2016. He is the UK Franchise Sales and Recruitment Director and responsible for recruiting new franchisees to the World Options franchise network. No stranger to franchising or the courier industry, Howard ran his own award-winning franchise operation at Amtrak Express Parcels, as well as managing successful freight and aviation haulage businesses. Howard is keen to add to the 80 franchisees already operating in the UK. In this interview we hear from Howard on who makes a successful World Options franchisee, why the time is right to buy into the UK courier industry and World Options plans for the future.
Exclusive interview with Angela Sterling, Lingotot Franchisor Angela Sterling decided she wanted a change of career after having her first child. Using her experience of being a teacher in the UK and Internationally, Angela decided to use both her passion for teaching and languages to embark on a new challenge. After much research into the children’s language market, Angela developed the Lingotot method. The interest and demand in Lingotot was so immense that the BBC came to her first class to see first-hand what Angela had achieved. “Right from the start I couldn’t keep up with the demands of the business and franchising seemed to be the perfect way to grow quickly, while also offering the opportunity to other women to work flexibly in a professional role. As a teacher, I love developing and supporting learners, so the role of franchisor is very comfortable to me.”
Exclusive Interview: John Graham and Mark Abbott, MD's of Oven Wizards Oven Wizards was established in 2004 before being bought by current owners John Graham and Mark Abbot in 2010. Being a former franchisee himself, Mark knew the company inside out and what was important in terms of the levels of support provided to franchisees. When the duo took over, Oven Wizard had a small number of 'Wizards' focussed in the south east of England. Now they can be found nationwide in all corners of the country, and are still expanding! Find out what differentiates Oven Wizards from their competitors and how you can join them with your own franchise!
Mike Parker, MD, Minster Cleaning Services: "We’re in a mature sector but still grew by 5.1%" Mike Parker moved to Minster Cleaning Services after a career with HSBC's strategic development unit. Having started iin 1982, Minster Cleaning now has over 44 franchises and a turnover of over £40 million.
Situated in the mature cleaning sector, Minster still showed an impressive growth rate of 5.1% in 2018 - out performing the wider economy.
Learn more about how Minster Cleaning Services ethos of building quality relationships with their customers has helped to cement their place in the cleaning services sector and Minster's plans for expansion...
Experienced franchise executive brings spa810 to the UK Duncan Berry has bought the UK and Irish rights for spa810 franchise. Established in Arizona, spa810 (pronounced spa eight ten) offers a selection of carefully curated spa and non-invasive medical treatments.
Duncan has over 20 years of franchise experience behind him, having managed franchises such as Cartridge World, Choice Hotels and Bluebird Care, as well as being appointed twice to the British Franchise Association’s Board of Directors.
Duncan has opened the first spa810 in Harrogate, North Yorkshire and will ultimately develop a network of franchisees across the British Isles. In this article, Duncan talks about his spa810 journey so far and his plans for expanding the spa810 brand throughout the UK.
Exclusive Interview: "We supplied a James Bond movie set in London at Pinewood Studios!" Ross Nicholl and Richard Snape launched The Wooden Floor Store almost 20 years ago, straight after leaving university. They have established the well-recognized brand across the UK, supplying high-quality flooring solutions to clients including residential consumers, retail units, restaurants, schools and even movie sets! Learn more about their journey and opportunities available across the UK with The Wooden Floor Store!
Exclusive Interview: Darren Taylor, Owner of WILKINS CHIMNEY SWEEPS Darren Taylor took over as owner of Wilkins Chimney Sweeps in 2018, taking on a long-running business which has been established since 1895! Darren's experience in franchising with Stumpbusters meant that he knew the risks and rewards of franchising and the opportunities it can bring! Find out what has made Darren and Wilkins Chimney Sweeps so successful and how to take advantage of their franchise opportunities…
Exclusive Interview: Michael Wood, Managing Director of Utility360 Utility360 was launched in 2010 by Michael Wood to take advantage of changes in the energy market that were being overlooked. Since then Utility360 have established their place in the market - being one of only a handful of businesses who deal with all the 'Big Six' energy companies. Find out what differentiates Utility360 from their competitors and learn of opportunities for opening your own franchise…
Exclusive Interview: Mu’azzam Ali, Founder of Little Dessert Shop In this exclusive interview with whichfranchise, Mu’azzam Ali, Founder of Little Dessert Shop, talks to us about creating an alternative to resturants and pubs for family evenings out. He also discusses how Little Dessert Shop plans to expand over the coming years - targetting 50 outlets by 2019!
Interview with Ian Christelow, Co-Founder of ActionCOACH In this interview ActionCOACH Co-Founder Ian Christelow talks to us about how watching his father's business fail as a child inspired him to help other companies succeed with the services of a business coach. When he started in 2001 the term 'business coach' was relatively unheard of, but since then Ian has established ActionCOACH as the world's No.1 business coach franchise! Read Ian's interview to learn more about his journey...
Exclusive Interview: A passion for health and beauty For over 50 years Guinot have been at the forefront of the beauty industry developing innovative skincare methods. Guinot franchisees manage their own High Street beauty salon and thanks to our extensive training and support, you do not need to have experience in the beauty industry. To find out how to break into this this lucrative industry...
Exclusive Interview: "We are a values-driven, community-spirited franchise" With a desperate need in the marketing for a truly personalised, high quality, home care service, Bluebird Care was started by a husband and wife team in 2004. Since then, they have proven success with exceptional growth and an ethical franchise opportunity on offer to those who are values-driven like them. In this exclusive interview, get an unique inside perspective on this exciting franchise and their plans for expansion...
Exclusive Interview: "Building a ethos focused upon family values and high quality services" Meet Clarriots Care MD, James Carratt, who by his own admission says “I started going grey when I was 19!” So iIf hard work and dedication were the root cause of going grey then it would make perfect sense considering Clarriot Care's expansion and successful thus far. To get an insight into that makes this franchise thrive...
35 years of successful franchising: Interview with Chemex franchisor Michael Graham Michael Graham has been in franchising for over 35 years. In that time he has been lucky to be part of some of the UK’s most successful franchises, Safeclean, Pitman Training and now Chemex. In this interview we talk to Michael about his franchising journey, why Chemex went down the franchise route, achievements to date, biggest challenges including COVID pandemic, why Chemex stands out from the competition and their plans for the future.
"Ethical Franchisors are looking for people hungry to succeed and who share their work values" Maria Hartnell has worked in franchising for over 15 years. and she is now the National Franchise Manager for Safeclean, a leading carpet and upholstery cleaning franchise. In this exclusive interview Maria talks to us about Safeclean turning 50 and the changes the business has gone through including being one of the founding members of the British Franchise Association. To learn more about their own challenges and successes to date...
Exclusive interview; "Successfully franchising after being afraid of the unknown" Before starting Cleanhome, Karen worked closely with Richard Branson at Virgin Atlantic and from there she worked as a Country Director for Disneyland Paris. Reaching 50 and wanting a better work/life balance for herself, Karen decided that the time was right to start her own business. Find out more about Karen’s franchise journey, the challenges she has had to overcome, successes to date and advice for those considering franchising.
Exclusive interview with Ken Deary, MD of Right at Home After a successful career as a McDonalds’ franchisee, Ken Deary was attracted to Right at Home’s care franchise model in the United States. Recognising that they were a highly ethical franchise and shared his own values regarding high quality care, he opened a pilot office in Preston and the business has thrived since. To find out what differentiates them from the competition and the benefits of being part of a franchise network ...
Exclusive interview with Andrew Coe, Co-Founder of Barrett & Coe Andrew Coe comes from a family with a steep history in photography. In this interview, Andrew gives us more information on the history of Barrett & Coe and their franchise journey including challenges and successes to date. To find out how they differentiate themselves from the competition and their advice to anyone considering franchising their business...
Interview with Nathan Siekierski, Jasper's Catering Nathan Siekierski is the joint founder and director of Jasper’s Catering Franchise Ltd & set up the first Jasper’s in Birmingham in 2003. He soon realised that due to the demand of their products and services, and because of the proven systems and processes put in place, Jasper’s could be rolled out to other territories across the UK. The first franchise was launched in 2007 and since then Jasper’s has expanded to become a nationwide catering network.
Interview with Andrew Singleton, Money Advice & Planning Ltd Money Advice & Planning Ltd is the only firm of Individual Finance Advisors to be franchised. Franchisor, Andrew Singleton shares with whichfranchise the reasons why the MAP franchise system gone from strength to strength. He also shares his advice to franchisees should consider when researching a franchise business for themselves.
Exclusive Interview: "Success for us means success for our franchisees" In this interview, Michael talks exclusively to whichfranchise about how far the business have come from its inception in 1992 to its highly successful system today. He also discusses why franchising was the best route for expansion and advises prospective franchisors on what to consider before taking that step.
Interview with Pam Bader OBE, Molly Maid MOLLY MAID is one of the world’s largest professional domestic cleaning services carrying out 1.8 million home cleans every year worldwide. Pam Bader’s successful business career originated from “humble” rather than “high-flying” beginnings - as a nursery school teacher and a boutique owner - before becoming Chief Executive, pioneer and inspiration behind Molly Maid UK - Britain's largest professional maid service company.
Interview with Tony Bowman, etyres etyres is a brand leader in the mobile tyre and battery fitting industry. It was the UK’s first online tyre franchise and offers an exciting opportunity to run a business with a company that has a proven track record for success. etyres has been at the forefront of transforming and leading the way tyres are sold and fitted across the UK for more than 20 years and with more than 34 million cars on the UK roads, the van-based turnkey operation continues to enjoy strong growth. Tony Bowman is a highly respected figure in the world of franchising, having worked with the British Franchise Association (bfa) to achieve his Qualified Franchise Professional status and secure full membership of the organisation for etyres. With a history of launching and running successful businesses in the UK, he started his first company at the age of 22 and has also reaped the benefits of being a Franchise Owner himself after investing in the Golden Eggs restaurant franchise in the early days of his entrepreneurial ca
Interview with Sue Reid, Trophy Pet Foods After a career in retail management, Sue Reid decided to search for a new challenge. Though unsure of what type of business she wanted, they decided to look for one that was non-seasonal, with repeat business, fairly recession proof and "consumerable". With Trophy Pet Foods, they offer this and more. To learn more about this exceptional franchie business...
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How do I franchise my business in 2023? - An indepth guide Let’s make an assumption! You are a lively business person with a great idea that’s popular with your customers, and which you have proven to be profitable and successful by operating it for a period of time.
Rainbow Restoration franchise As the UK’s largest supplier of premium restoration and specialist cleaning services, Rainbow Restoration franchise offers a proven business model to franchisees with big ambitions.
Rainbow Restoration franchisees are responsible for successfully project managing disaster recovery and specialist cleaning jobs. This is a management franchise opportunity.
We’re always on the lookout for driven individuals with the following skills and attributes:
Highly motivated – ‘get up and go’ attitude
Problem-solving abilities
Innovative, flexible and pragmatic approach
Level-headedness, backed by a keen sense of fairness
Proven success in sales and marketing
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Commercially and financially astute
Team player with the ability to coach and manage others
Exceptional organisation and time management skills
Not got a background in restoration and cleaning? Not a problem. If you’re a natural leader, experienced project manager and/or a strong salesperson, we’d love to
ComputerXplorers franchise ComputerXplorers is the UK’s leading children’s technology and computing franchise. Fun AND educational, includes coding classes..
ComputerXplorers is the UK’s leading children’s technology and computing franchise. Fun AND educational, includes coding classes.
X-Press Legal Services Franchise X-Press Legal provides regulated property searches and reports to solicitors and conveyancing professionals; no legal experience required..
X-Press Legal provides regulated property searches and reports to solicitors and conveyancing professionals; no legal experience required.
9Round Franchise UK 9Round is the premier boutique fitness franchise offering 30 minute kick boxing based circuit sessions. One of the most accessible, globally established investment opportunities..
9Round is the premier boutique fitness franchise offering 30 minute kick boxing based circuit sessions. One of the most accessible, globally established investment opportunities.
Ableworld Franchise Founded in 2001, Ableworld is the UK’s largest specialist mobility and stairlift retailer. Selling products and services for the elderly and disabled, our aim is to help our customers enjoy greater independence and to live more comfortable and active lives.
As the population ages and lives longer, the demand for Ableworld’s products continues to increase. This is resulted in the demand for more Ableworld stores across the UK, and hence the need for the right people to join our growing network.
Ableworld franchise offers two complimentary income streams – a retail outlet and the stairlift business.
- Our retail outlets offer customers a large range of mobility and homecare products at value for money prices; our products range from walking sticks to hi-spec mobility scooters. We excel and pride ourselves on the level of customer service and aftercare we offer.
- Our stairlift business provides a complete service from initial assessment through to the fitting and maintenance of high quality reliab
Access4Lofts Franchise Access4Lofts offers loft access and storage solutions to utilise loft space. Owner-operator and management opportunities available. .
Access4Lofts offers loft access and storage solutions to utilise loft space. Owner-operator and management opportunities available.
ActionCOACH Franchise UK ActionCOACH is the only franchise in the UK to be rated both 5-star for franchisee satisfaction and in the Elite Franchise UK Top 10 every year since the accolades began.
ActionCOACH guarantees business owners results within 6 months. But it's not just business growth, it's also wealth creation and personal development to help owners get the life they dreamt of. The same goes for your own ActionCOACH franchise business. The learning never stops, so you can always be at your peak performance in your work life and in your home life. You’ll also join an exceptional community of like-minded business owners who will be there to lend a hand and to celebrate your achievements, you’ll never feel alone again.
The ActionCOACH Training & Support Structure
For your £69K investment you’ll receive a huge amount of support available to you and your team members.
You’ll attend 10-day ActionCOACH University followed by Step-Up Week to help you kick start your business
Over 70+ support days available for y
activ Franchise Since 2008, activ Digital Marketing franchisees have helped thousands of small businesses across the UK grow their companies by offering cost effective ways of getting their business seen and visited online.
We are the longest running UK Digital Marketing Franchise and we have serviced thousands of clients in our time.
activ franchisees are digital marketing consultants offering a comprehensive range of services that includes website design and build, search engine optimisation, social media management, PPC and email marketing, amongst other products, all at competitive rates.
We have a very established franchisee network with some being part of the business for over 12 years.
No technical experience is required to be an activ franchisee. The only commitment you need to make is that you are going to work hard a follow the programme you receive. The software can be operated with basic computer skills, and the SEO and social media programmes are carried out by in-house experts. You will receive acce
Aire Serv Franchise Aire Serv franchise - a rapidly expanding international air-conditioning, heating and refrigeration contracting franchise company.Almost all properties in the UK require heating and cooling. Aire Serv presents an exciting opportunity to grow your multi-van management business, serving domestic and commercial markets in your local area..
Aire Serv franchise - a rapidly expanding international air-conditioning, heating and refrigeration contracting franchise company.Almost all properties in the UK require heating and cooling. Aire Serv presents an exciting opportunity to grow your multi-van management business, serving domestic and commercial markets in your local area.
Alchemy VA Franchise At Alchemy Virtual Assistance, we believe that being in business should be a positive journey towards achieving your dreams, whatever they may be. We are the award-winning, family-run, professional Virtual Assistant team and all the enterprising and entrepreneurial people (just like you!) that we support are INCREDIBLY talented..
At Alchemy Virtual Assistance, we believe that being in business should be a positive journey towards achieving your dreams, whatever they may be. We are the award-winning, family-run, professional Virtual Assistant team and all the enterprising and entrepreneurial people (just like you!) that we support are INCREDIBLY talented.
All Trades Network Franchise All Trades Network franchise is a national building repair network that services the insurance industry as well as individual property owners.
All Trades Network franchise owners serve as contract managers. You would be responsible for offering clients (major UK insurers and loss adjustors) a comprehensive re-instatement service; from initial validation of a domestic insurance claim, through to undertaking the survey, costing and finally scheduling the repairs required.
Our franchise owners will ensure a fully projected managed service from start to completion. You will have access to professionals from all trades – decorators, plasterers, electricians, plumbers, builders, heating & gas, handymen and joiners. Your aim will be to ensure minimal stress and disruption for property owners via a speedy process, full project management and continued communication.
Our senior management team have over 80 years combined experience of providing building repair services to insurance companies and the prop
Angela’s Swim School Franchise Angela’s Swim School franchise was established with the main aim of helping all children to learn to be proficient at swimming, a skill which can be not only life-enhancing but life-saving.
Angela Swim School franchise owners teach able-bodied and disabled children alike to become confident in the water as well as adults who wish to improve their swimming skills. Angela has developed a unique teaching method which she shares with all her coaches that encourages students to “swim with style”.
What makes an ideal Angela’s Swim School franchise owner?
A passion for swimming and helping others to achieve their personal goals
An interest in working with children
The ability to stick to our tried and tested unique teaching methods
Self-motivation with the determination to drive your business to success
Flexibility to cover for instructors at short notice
A “people person” who will always deliver excellent customer care
Sufficient capital to get your business started
Excellent health and fitness
Antal franchise Antal franchise is a world leader in global executive recruitment and offers franchisees an award-winning business opportunity. Our successful network of franchise owners extends to more than 120 offices in over 30 countries and we work with many of the world’s most successful companies globally..
Antal franchise is a world leader in global executive recruitment and offers franchisees an award-winning business opportunity. Our successful network of franchise owners extends to more than 120 offices in over 30 countries and we work with many of the world’s most successful companies globally.
Apollo Blinds Franchise Why buy an Apollo Blinds franchise?
For over 45 years, Apollo Blinds has been the UK's largest window blinds franchise. It was one of the founding members of the British Franchise Association in 1977, an association it is still proud to be an active member of.
Testament to Apollo Blinds franchise success and longevity is the fact we have franchisees in our network who have owned and run businesses for more than 30 years, and others have second generations of the same family running their own franchises.
Apollo Blinds franchise owners retail blinds, window shutters and awnings. They sell and install a wide range of made-to-measure blinds, with a massive variety of products such as roller, Roman, Venetian and pleated blinds. Apollo Blinds have a larger variety of blinds and fabrics than any other window coverings retailer in the UK.
The role of an Apollo Blinds franchise owners includes attending consultation appointments at customers’ homes, advising on products and installing window coverings.
Approved Resin Driveways Franchise Approved Resin Driveways Franchise is looking for find ambitious, dedicated and practically minded people who want to invest in their own business installing resin bound driveways, paths, patios, pool surrounds etc.
Resin can be installed over almost any existing surface thereby providing a complete transformation quickly, without the need for time consuming and expensive preparation.
When you buy an Approved Resin franchise you are buying a readymade business format that has been researched and developed for you. We have done the hard work to ensure you will have a successful business.
Once you have purchased your Approved Resin franchise, we will provide a tailored training plan to suit you and your team to ensure you are fully prepared for all situations.
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Approved Resin Driveways Franchise is looking for find ambitious, dedicated and practically minded people who want to invest in their own business installing resin bound driveways, paths, patios, pool surrounds etc.
Resin can be
ARTventurers Franchise ARTventurers franchise was founded in 2011 by mum of two, Fiona Simpson, and since then has grown into a national company of award-winning ARTventurers franchisees across the UK.
ARTventurers runs art and creative party classes for children across the UK, as well as creative parties, events, workshops and more.
Becoming an ARTventurers franchise owner will give you the opportunity to work with babies, toddlers and children to help their learning and development through art and creative play. As part of your investment you will receive an award-winning franchise package, including franchisee equipment and resource kit, marketing toolkit and stationery. You will receive ongoing training, mentoring and support every step of the way in your business journey.
ARTventurers is a fantastic opportunity to build and grow a business of your own around your family life, as there are no minimum or maximum number of classes you can run each week or month.
If you are creative, energetic and enthusiastic, with a
Aseer Time Franchise UK Aseer Time is a dessert shop that has revolutionized the juice industry in the Middle East. We are a one-stop-shop for the most delicious ice creams, juices, and sweets.
Established in 2011 in Kuwait, there are now over 200 stores around the world and counting.
Our current franchises come from a wide variety of backgrounds.
We are looking for franchise partners across the UK.
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Aseer Time is a dessert shop that has revolutionized the juice industry in the Middle East. We are a one-stop-shop for the most delicious ice creams, juices, and sweets.
Established in 2011 in Kuwait, there are now over 200 stores around the world and counting.
Our current franchises come from a wide variety of backgrounds.
We are looking for franchise partners across the UK.
Aspray Franchise Aspray is a leading property damage claims management service provider. Delivered by a network of Franchisees who project manage the claim on behalf of the policyholder, from inception to completion..
Aspray is a leading property damage claims management service provider. Delivered by a network of Franchisees who project manage the claim on behalf of the policyholder, from inception to completion.
Auntie Anne's Franchise UK Auntie Anne’s franchise is the world’s largest soft pretzel retailer with over 1800 stores in more than 25 countries. We have been in the UK since 2003 and have nearly 40 stores with plans to keep on growing and bringing our pretzels to the people wherever they may be.
Our products are made from scratch, hand-rolled and baked in full view of our customers and guaranteed to be fresh out the oven. We only keep our products for 30 minutes to ensure they are of the highest quality for our customers.
We are however so much more than just pretzels. We’ve evolved from the classic original and cinnamon pretzels (although these are still the most popular!) and now have a full bakery line-up including pretzel-based breakfast buns, pizzas, hot dogs and many more. Because our products are made by hand at each store from the same original pretzel mix, we can make an extensive range of products to cater for a wide range of customers and at any time of the day. We also have cold drinks including our homemade fresh lemonad
Autosmart Franchise Autosmart is a van franchise that sells a variety of valeting products to a range of commercial customers including valeters, taxi firms and car dealers.
Autosmart franchise has been recognised by the British Franchise Association (BFA) as one of the best van-based franchises in the UK and we have been leaders in UK franchising for over 40 years. With over 100 franchises in the UK and Ireland and several more overseas, Autosmart franchise is the largest manufacturer and supplier of vehicle cleaning products in the UK; we sell our range of over 200 market leading vehicle cleaning products to those in the trade including car dealerships, haulage companies, plant hire, car rental and valeters.
In 2004, Autosmart franchise was awarded Best Franchise in the 2014 bfa HSBC franchise awards.
Each Autosmart franchise owner has their own exclusive territory and their average day consists of selling valeting products from their mobile store, communicating with existing customers and attracting new ones is a k
Autovaletdirect Franchise Autovaletdirect is a low cost, multi-service van based franchise that can offer a graphics and sign writing removal service AND a mobile valeting system.
Operating from liveried, fully equipped vehicles, our national network of franchise owners can earn up to £1,000 a week offering vehicle and property graphics and sign writing removal along with professional valeting services to private and corporate customers in the automotive and leisure sectors along with a rapidly expanding portfolio in the lucrative automotive events sector.
Autovaletdirect is an ASSOCIATE member of the British Franchise Association..
Autovaletdirect is a low cost, multi-service van based franchise that can offer a graphics and sign writing removal service AND a mobile valeting system.
Operating from liveried, fully equipped vehicles, our national network of franchise owners can earn up to £1,000 a week offering vehicle and property graphics and sign writing removal along with professional valeting services to private and co
Avant Healthcare Franchise Avant Healthcare franchise provides high-quality professional care and support services to adults and children of all ages, in their own home and in care settings. Our services can range from a 15-minute visit to a live-in service, on a temporary or permanent basis.
Avant Healthcare franchise aims to enable people to remain living in their own homes as long as they want, with the right care professional to look after them. We work closely with many specialist charities and organisations to ensure we offer the best support for those with dementia, mental health problems, physical disabilities, learning disabilities, Parkinson’s, brain or spinal injuries, multiple sclerosis and motor neurone disease, among other conditions. We also provide care after a stroke, palliative care, and specialist support for children and their families.
The Avant franchise model is about choosing the right people, so we have a robust selection process prior to awarding a territory to a franchisee. It’s not an easy process, bu
Avanti Tax Accountants Franchise A modern accountancy firm with traditional values, Avanti Tax Accountants franchise is your perfect partner for establishing an accountancy business of your very own.
Proud to defy traditional accountancy stereotypes with our vibrant, open, down to earth approach, and practical jargon-free advice, Avanti offers you the chance to run your own business with the full backing of a successful working accountancy practice behind you.
Providing much more than just accountancy and tax advice, Avanti franchise takes our clients’ interests to heart, proactively recommending value-added solutions that enable businesses to free up their valuable time and resources and get on with what they do best – running their business.
The Avanti franchise opportunity also includes a license to operate a successful business networking group within your territory, which will not only enable you to connect with like-minded business people, but also emphasises the local community support that Avanti holds as its core value.
The Avan
Award Leisure Franchise Award Leisure franchise sells luxury garden leisure products such as hot tubs, spas and saunas, garden buildings and pizza ovens. Showroom-based retail business.
To run your own successful Award Leisure business, you will need to:
Love socialising and be a real people-person
Be committed to following the proven business model
Show the ambition and commitment to grow your business
Have £50K available to invest in starting your first showroom (+50% bank funding available subject to status = total investment of £100K)
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Award Leisure franchise sells luxury garden leisure products such as hot tubs, spas and saunas, garden buildings and pizza ovens. Showroom-based retail business.
To run your own successful Award Leisure business, you will need to:
Love socialising and be a real people-person
Be committed to following the proven business model
Show the ambition and commitment to grow your business
Have £50K available to invest in starting your first showroom (+50% bank funding available
Baby Sensory Franchise Baby Sensory franchise was established in 2008 by one of the UK’s leading parenting experts, Dr Lin Day. It was the first baby programme to offer a complete approach to learning and sensory development from birth to 13 months, designed to stimulate, educate and precious memories during the all-important first year of life.
Baby sensory is unique because every activity has been carefully designed to stimulate a baby’s senses and move development and learning forward. Behind every baby sensory lesson, there’s an incredibly detailed lesson plan backing up everything a baby touches, sees, hears, smells and feels.
Baby Sensory franchise has been offering franchise opportunities across the UK and internationally for over 10 years, and is a multi-award winning franchise company. A wide range of business are on offer to all Baby Sensory franchisees as follows:
Baby foundations – working with adults in the pre-birth period of nesting and learning
Baby sensory – spanning the baby and carer’s fir
babyballet Franchise babyballet franchise runs dance classes for children from 6 months to 6 years. The classes helps young children to gain confidence through dance.
Established over 12 years ago, the babyballet franchise is established in the UK, Australia and New Zealand.
babyballet currently have over 73 franchises in the UK but still have many territories available for those who wish to run their own dance franchise.
babyballet franchisees not only make money from running ballet classes for pre-school children, but from babyballet parties, shows and merchandise.
The cost of a babyballet franchise is £8000+vat. For this you will be given everything you need to run your own ballet dance classes.
We offer two franchise packages - those with dance experience and those without.
Franchise owners with experience can add babyballet to their existing dance school if they have one, or can use their passion and experience for dance, to teach children to love it as much. So whether you are a dance school owner or t
Babybeats Franchise Babybeats is a class for mums to be that aims to enhance the bond between mother and baby. Exercises for Baby are aimed at supporting each baby's natural development and exercises for Mums are aimed at strengthening and supporting the post-natal body.
We use a combination of elements such as baby massage, baby yoga, sensory play, gentle postnatal exercises and movement to allow parent and baby to get the most from each class.
This is a low cost franchise opportunity.
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Babybeats is a class for mums to be that aims to enhance the bond between mother and baby. Exercises for Baby are aimed at supporting each baby's natural development and exercises for Mums are aimed at strengthening and supporting the post-natal body.
We use a combination of elements such as baby massage, baby yoga, sensory play, gentle postnatal exercises and movement to allow parent and baby to get the most from each class.
This is a low cost franchise opportunity.
Bagel Corner Franchise Bagel Corner franchise was founded in France in 2010 and is a quick service restaurant brand which specializes in serving high quality fresh bagels, made right in front of you.
It was created when its owners identified a gap in the market for a quick-service restaurant chain focusing on bagels. Each outlet serves a variety of bagels, salads and soups and caters for all budgets, from students to business lunches. Bagel Corner has grown to almost 40 units in its home country of France and is now starting to expand internationally.
Bagel Corner has identified the UK as a high potential market and is looking to grow here through since unit franchisees.
By becoming a Bagel Corner franchisee, you will be buying into a strong brand identity, with a proven business model allowing for quick ROI. Franchisees have the flexibility to choose a format that suits them, from either a kiosk, shop in shop, take-away only or sit-down restaurant.
It isn’t necessary for Bagel Corner franchise owners to have experie
Banana Moon Day Nursery Franchise Banana Moon Nursery franchise provides pre school children with a safe and fun environment in which to nurture.
Childcare is a competitive industry but buying a tried and tested franchise will give you a platform from which to compete successfully from day one. It’s also an industry with much legalisation, and so another benefit of buying a Banana Moon Day Nursery is the support you receive in all areas of setting up the business including the legal paper work and insurances.
Established in 2006, and the franchise in 2010, there are over 47 Banana Moon Nurseries across the UK from Aberdeen to Bristol. We are growing on average by 12% each year.
Banana Moon Day Nursery is an associate member of the British Franchise Association.
The typical cost of a Banana Moon Nursery franchise is £200,000 a £250,000.
If you are interested in finding out more about buying a Banana Moon Day Nursery franchise please contact us..
Banana Moon Nursery franchise provides pre school children with a safe
Bargain Booze Franchise Bargain Booze franchise is a chain of off license and convenience stores.
Established in Cheshire in 1981, Bargain Booze began franchising in 1988. It has now grown to over 700 stores throughout the UK, making it the UK’s largest off-license franchise.
We are continuing to expand throughout the UK and are seeking franchisees to help us do so. Some of the benefits of franchising with Bargain Booze include the provision of a free EPOS till system, free branding and merchandise support and award-winning product sourcing.
If you are interested in becoming part of the largest off-license franchise in the UK, please contact us for more information on Bargain Booze.
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Bargain Booze franchise is a chain of off license and convenience stores.
Established in Cheshire in 1981, Bargain Booze began franchising in 1988. It has now grown to over 700 stores throughout the UK, making it the UK’s largest off-license franchise.
We are continuing to expand throughout the UK and are seeking franchisees
Barking Mad Franchise Live the dog lover’s dream and be your own boss, running a multi award-winning pet care franchise, starting from just £10,000+VAT*
A lifestyle with flexibility, a growing full-time income and the rewards of making a really positive difference to the lives of pet lovers and their four-legged best friends – what’s not to like?
Why not escape the ordinary, leave the 9-5 office grind behind and become your own boss with Barking Mad? Sharing our pet care sector knowhow, systems and brand name has enabled our large network to start or grow their own successful businesses via the franchise route. Our 70+ franchise owners love what they do and reap the benefits of a successful, flexible, family-friendly career.
Who are Barking Mad?
As a multi award-winning pet care pioneer, Barking Mad is widely recognised across the sector and the franchise industry, delighting thousands of happy customers every year. Established in 2000, we are proud to provide the UK’s most trusted pet sitting service, rated no.1 by Trustpi
Barrett & Coe Franchise Barrett & Coe is UK’s leading contemporary portrait photography franchise. No photography experience required..
Barrett & Coe is UK’s leading contemporary portrait photography franchise. No photography experience required.
Bartercard franchise Bartercard franchise, the world’s largest business to business trade exchange, provides businesses with a trading platform that guarantees new customers and improves both cash flow and profitability.
Bartercard works and benefits almost any business whether commercial or retail, or product or service based, and with over 4 million SME’s in the UK, the opportunity is huge.
The role of the franchisee
Bartercard franchisees meet with business owners to demonstrate to them the idea that to help develop their business, they can preserve valuable cash by trading their products or services with other businesses.
Businesses pay an annual fee to become a cardholder giving them access to trade with other members nationally or internationally.
Your role is to work with your members to help them grow and improve their business so your ability to relate to the issues they face and to offer solutions in a way that the owner can understand is paramount.
What we look for in a franchisee
Franchisees need to be committe
Baskin Robbins Franchise UK Baskin Robbin originated in the USA 65 years ago, and is part of Dunkin’ Brands Group Inc, along with sister brand Dunkin’ Donuts. Basin Robbins is the world’s largest chain of ice cream speciality shops, with more than 7,300 retail shops in nearly 50 countries.
Basking Robbins is a leader in the ice cream industry, and is always introducing new and exciting products and flavours, such as hand-packed ice cream, a unique flavour ribbon technique, the use of traditional dessert ingredients such as apple pie and cheesecake, and the introduction of mousse-textured ice creams.
Currently, Baskin Robbins has 150 stores in the UK, and is looking to expand this through experienced multi-unit franchisees.
As a Baskin Robbins franchisee, you will become a local brand ambassador, taking advantage of flexible real estate options that fit almost any space. You will own a business with convenient operating hours and will receive world-class training and support. You will be able to offer your guests a wide range
Be Military Fit with Bear Grylls Franchise Be Military Fit is Europe's largest outdoor fitness brand. We are the first in military fitness and the leaders in outdoor training. We have been changing lives since 1999.
You can now build a highly scalable fitness business with our revolutionary train anywhere franchise.
With Bear Grylls as a co-owner, we are an internationally recognised brand that helps to drive leads and sales opportunities to your business.
With a low-capital investment and low-operating cost model, a BMF franchise provides an amazing opportunity to build a business in the fast-growth fitness industry.
Once you're up and running, we can help you follow the same path as many other BMF franchisees and build your business into a multi-site Train Anywhere territory with a mix of Outdoor, Mobile and Urban sites.
We currently cover 100 locations but are looking for partners across the UK to expand into more key territories.
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Be Military Fit is Europe's largest outdoor fitness brand. We are the first in militar
Beautiful Me Franchise Beautiful Me is a rollmassage salon franchise that uses the most innovative contactless rollmassage system.
We have created a unique experience for customers - private rooms, thick carpeted floors, warm soft lights, flowers, pastel colours, luscious drapery and natural wood accents.
The procedure is entirely automated: after booking their appointment online, the customer comes into the salon, gets changed, and the machines start the procedure automatically at the correct time, going through a specific sequence of 16 positions. The customer sees the positions on a large screen, in real time, helping them get the most of it.
We designed and patented our own rollmassage machines, which are quieter, more durable, and smarter than the competition. They are remotely manageable and fully automated, which means they don’t require any staff to operate.
The Beautiful Me rollmassage machines are provided on a rental basis, which means you don't need to splash out on expensive equipment. A typical Beautifu
Bella Italia Franchise Bella Italia is part of the Casual Dining Group franchise, along with Café Rouge and Las Iguanas. Bella Italia has been operating for over 25 years and is passionate about bringing a taste of Italy to its customers. The restaurant chain prides itself on using fresh ingredients from real Italian family producers, working closely with family-run businesses to bring Italian heritage to every dish on the menu.
The Casual Dining Group franchise is one of the fastest growing restaurant groups in the UK, with almost 300 restaurants across its portfolio of brands. The group operates across 3 continents, with a strong pipeline of new business opportunities underway.
As a Bella Italia franchise owner, you would benefit from CDG’s expertise in running restaurant brands with a highly experienced training team for new site openings. You would have access to a wealth of resources at your fingertips and a proven operating model, offering an attractive financial platform for success.
The ideal Bella Italia franc
Belvoir Franchise Belvoir is the UK’s largest property franchise; offering clients an award-winning residential lettings, sales and property management service.
20 years on we have successfully acquired 4 franchise brands - Northwoods, Goodchilds, Nicholas Humphreys and Newton Fallowell - and have over 360 offices nationwide. A number of our offices are now branching into sales with many more coming on board. Some have even been inspired by the acquisitions route to successfully expand using Belvoir’s Assisted Acquisitions Scheme.
When buying a Belvoir franchise not only are you getting an award winning business opportunity you are buying a territory to trade within, a well established brand name, a tried and tested business framework to follow, training and support throughout your time with us and a toolkit of systems and collateral to work with, all while having the freedom to run your own business.
A prospective franchisee needs to be aspirational in nature with clear goals in mind. They need the right attitude to
Ben and Jerrys Franchise UK Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream franchise is network of ice cream parlours known affectionately as “scoop shops”. These Ben and Jerry’s stores give fans the ultimate experience in ice cream, sorbets and frozen yogurt. As well as our signature products we also sell sundaes, smoothies, shakes and ice cream cakes. It is truly heavens for lovers of ice cream!
We are looking for franchisees who are:
- Active in their local community
- Passionate about running an ethical business
- Committed to giving 100% at all times
- Have business management experience
- Excellent business acumen
- Understand and appreciate a franchise system
- Able to recruit, train, manage and motivate staff
- Competitive with a willingness to succeed
- Team player
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- IT literate
- Degree or higher
Ben and Jerry’s stores can be found in locations with high foot traffic and where consumers spend discretionary income, such as city centres, entertainment centres, tourist locati
Betterclean Franchise The Betterclean Services franchise opportunity is suited to people looking to build a profitable management business in their local area.
The UK commercial cleaning sector is worth more than £5.6 billion and is growing year on year. Commercial cleaning services are provided on a recurring income basis meaning that your clients will pay you on a monthly basis for your services and, providing you maintain levels of service, will stay with you for many years. This not only allows you to forecast your income better, but also means that you do not have to constantly look for new clients each month.
Ongoing support is provided through a combination of direct experience, guidance and assistance from our Head Office team and a wealth of more specialised experience from our support partners. The combination of internal and external support means that you will be given all the support you need to reach your goals. At Betterclean Services we not only understand that we need to be by your side every step of th
Black Sheep Coffee Franchise Black Sheep Coffee has opened its first franchised store in Birmingham. They plan to open more than 30 new coffee stores over the next seven months including in London, Manchester, Windsor, Leeds, Edinburgh and Glasgow.
Black Sheep Coffee franchise was founded in 2013 by Eirik Holth and Gabriel Shohet. The coffee chain currently has more than 40 locations in the UK and two sites in the Philippines and France.
Black Sheep operates three store formats, including takeaway kiosks, cafés and a coffee and cocktail concept.
We are looking for franchise partners across the UK.
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Black Sheep Coffee has opened its first franchised store in Birmingham. They plan to open more than 30 new coffee stores over the next seven months including in London, Manchester, Windsor, Leeds, Edinburgh and Glasgow.
Black Sheep Coffee franchise was founded in 2013 by Eirik Holth and Gabriel Shohet. The coffee chain currently has more than 40 locations in the UK and two sites in the Philippines and France.
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Blazes Franchise Blazes Renewables helps customers to cut the cost of their fuel bills and carbon emissions, helping to overall combat climate change.
The role of a Blazes franchisee is to identify businesses who would benefit from an audit of their energy usage and costs. Franchisees will put their audit findings into Blazes bespoke management software to generate a detailed report for their client. They will identify for them where savings can be made and then project manage the process to implement the changes.
We are currently focused on working with the business sector in LED lighting and Solar PV; both of which compliment each other as Solar PV generates electricity and LED lighting helps to save energy.
A Blazes Renewables franchise is ideal for those looking for a franchise they can run from home as well as those looking for one which offers flexible hours. Franchisees need to be well organised and have a passion for saving energy and improving climate control. You don’t need experience in carrying like site
Bloom Baby Classes Franchise Bloom Baby Classes run sensory classes for babies across the UK. Bloom Baby Classes support parents by teaching baby play activities that can be replicated at home.
Created by mum of three and early years professional Victoria Jennings. Victoria wanted to create a baby group that made parents feel relaxed and welcomed, a place where they could bond with their baby. After suffering post-natal depression with her first child Victoria wanted to ensure her baby classes aided post-natal mental health.
Since 2017, Bloom’s Founder, Victoria Jennings, has been personally running baby classes across Greater Manchester and Cheshire. In wanting to give more people the opportunity to do the same, she created the Bloom Baby Franchise, and soon found that her business model was a popular option for parents and caregivers across the country just like her who wanted to make a positive change for themselves as well as for other parents. Bloom Baby Classes is now the fastest growing kids activity franchise in the UK
Bluebird Care Franchise Established in 2004, Bluebird Care franchise is one of the UK’s leading providers of domestic homecare.
Our franchisees and carers cater for a wide range of individual and community needs. Not only do we care for older clientele but also those with specialist needs, young adults, children and their families.
The Bluebird Care franchise opportunity
As a Bluebird Care franchise, you are not required to care directly but to recruit and train a team of highly trained staff to deliver the highest standards of homecare and support services to your customers.
Working closely with each customer, our franchisees tailor care packages to meet their requirements; this can be anything from 30 minute visits a day to full live in support. Bluebird Care franchise owners are supported by a dedicated support centre who are on hand to help with any queries franchisees have.
How much does a Bluebird Care franchise cost?
The minimum personal investment is in the region of £35,000. This is dependent on how much capital y
BoConcept Franchise BoConcept franchise is a global retail furniture chain specializing in premium quality interior design for the cosmopolitan minded customer.
Since opening the first brand store in Paris, France, in 1993, BoConcept now has over 25 years of franchise experience and 300+ stores in 65 countries, being a truly global brand and an established, proven and strong franchise model.
BoConcept arrived in the UK in 1999 and currently has 20 stores operating there and 200+ stores around Europe. In the next 5 years the brand plans to reach 600+ stores around the world, through the recruitment of franchise partners with the right synergies and resources to develop multi-unit opportunities.
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BoConcept franchise is a global retail furniture chain specializing in premium quality interior design for the cosmopolitan minded customer.
Since opening the first brand store in Paris, France, in 1993, BoConcept now has over 25 years of franchise experience and 300+ stores in 65 countries, being a truly global brand and an
Bodystreet Franchise UK Bodystreet franchise provides an alternative to traditional gyms. It provides expert personal training and Electro Muscle Stimulation (EMS) in a “micro-studio” environment.
EMS technology targets those muscles that are hard to reach during conventional fitness training. It also helps stimulate metabolism which results in significant loss in body fat.
Bodystreet is ideal for those who don’t have the time to train in gyms as a 20 minute workout a week, under the supervision of a personal trainer, is sufficient.
Established in Germany in 2007, Bodystreet took two years to perfect their concept before launching the franchise in 2009. There are now over 280 Bodystreets across Germany, Austria, Italy and the UK.
Bodystreet requires a lower investment than most fitness franchises. The typical cost of a Bodystreet franchise is £80,000. You will need to invest £20,000 of personal funds.
Full support and training is provided; both classroom and studio training.
If you are looking for a fitness fr
Boogie Beat Franchise Boogie Beat franchise provides award-winning children’s movement and music classes.
Founded in May 2000, Boogie Beat runs music, dancing and singing classes for babies and toddlers as well as workshops in schools, nurseries and toddler groups.
Our classes bring traditional fairytale stories and nursery rhythms to life through music and dance. Children love our classes, as well as being fun it helps with confidence and development.
Our parties are also very popular with adults and children alike.
Boogie Beat started franchising in 2009.
If you love working with children and are enthusiast, energetic and hard working, then a Boogie Beat franchise could be right for you.
The initial cost of a Boogie Beat franchise is £5,995+ VAT.
For this you will receive comprehensive training and support, Franchise Manual containing class plans, class props, instruments, music, trademark and your own website. .
Boogie Beat franchise provides award-winning children’s movement and music classes.
Boom: Battle Bar Franchise Boom: Battle Bar is the fastest growing adventure bar in the UK. Drink, food and multi-game and sport activities..
Boom: Battle Bar is the fastest growing adventure bar in the UK. Drink, food and multi-game and sport activities.
Bootcamp Pilates Franchise Bootcamp Pilates is a fitness franchise specialising in Pilates. However, unlike traditional Pilates, Bootcamp Pilates uses a technique called Dynamic Reformer Pilates.
Instead of using mats, we use state of the art reformer machines. These machines are great for a no impact stretching and toning workout for your muscles without risking injury to your joints.
Our Dynamic workouts are energetic, exciting and innovative and are done to a high impact music soundtrack; a great way to stayed toned and lose weight.
Our clients are able to gain muscle tone, lose weight and improve their flexibility in as little as 12 weeks.
Recent market research suggests that more consumers are turning away from traditional, binding gym memberships in favour of micro boutique studios with flexible packages, such as Bootcamp Pilates.
Bootcamp Pilates has many celebrity clients including Jennifer Aniston, Julia Roberts, Rihanna, Emma Watson and Sophie Anderson.
We opened our first Bootcamp Pilates studio in London
Boots Optician Franchise Boots Opticians franchise operates a chain of ophthalmic and dispensing optician stores in the UK and first began trading in Nottingham in 1983. Over the coming years further practices were opened throughout England, and in 1987 Boots Opticians was formed with the acquisition of Clement Clarke Ltd and Curry and Paxton Ltd.
In 2009 Boots Opticians merged with Dolland and Aitchison to form a chain of over 600 stores and 5,000 staff. Of these stores, approximately 180 trade as a franchise. Boots Opticians has over 30 years of franchising experience and now operates as the largest and most established retail optical franchise in the UK.
Opportunities are currently available for partners to own their Boots Opticians franchise, with opportunities across the UK. An ideal franchisee will be an entrepreneur who enjoys the freedom of running their own business. At Boots Opticians, you will fully own your own business, something that sets us apart from other franchised optical providers in the UK. We are a bus
BP Franchise UK BP Connect franchise is a chain of convenience stores owned by BP plc, usually located beside a BP filling station.
BP plc is a British multinational oil and gas company headquartered in London. It is one of the world’s seven oil and gas ‘supermajors’ whose performance in 2012 made it the world’s sixth largest oil and gas company. The company has around 18,300 service stations worldwide.
BP Connect is a globally recognised brand, offering a wide range of products from food and drink to toiletries and automotive supplies. They’re also known for their ‘Wild Bean Café’ selling original blended coffee, cakes and pastries.
All new franchisees are offered a comprehensive training and support programme, including sales, advertising, gasoline marketing, customer service and food safety. BP are looking for individuals with a passion for quality and service. Ideal BP franchisees should be business-minded with experience in dealing with numbers, sales/managerial experience, and a powerful drive to succeed.
Bridgewater Home Care Franchise Run a care business providing support to vulnerable adults in their own homes, allowing them to maintain independence longer. Management opportunity. No social care experience required..
Run a care business providing support to vulnerable adults in their own homes, allowing them to maintain independence longer. Management opportunity. No social care experience required.
Bright Kids Day Nursery Franchise Bright Kids Day Nursery provides children with a safe and secure environment from birth to 5 years in which to learn and thrive. Our activity program is carefully designed based on individual children to ensure the best outcome for each child.
In 1994, Bel Oomerjee opened her first nursery and since then has successfully branched out across London and Peterborough with the core focus of the business being the delivery of quality childcare.
Whether you are an individual Franchisee or an Investor looking for your next business opportunity, you can open a Bright Kids Day Nursery franchise in a matter of months, all with dedicated support in finding your ideal premises for the exciting journey that lies ahead.
Our franchise package is available from £25,350 plus VAT, and you must have a capital reserve of £54,000.
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Bright Kids Day Nursery provides children with a safe and secure environment from birth to 5 years in which to learn and thrive. Our activity program is carefully designed based
Broccoli Pizza and Pasta Franchise Broccoli Pizza and Pasta franchise was established in Dubai in 2011. It is a self-service Italian restaurant serving healthier pizza, pasta and salad options for those who love fresh, quality food but are health conscious.
We pride ourselves on sharing our passion for healthy lifestyles with our local communities.
Our meals are customised by our customers and then made fresh in front of them by friendly and professional staff. Eating at a Broccoli restaurant is not just about the food, but the experience in its entirety.
Our first UK Broccoli restaurant was opened in Covent Garden, London. We have 3 current Broccoli restaurants (London, Swindon and Cambridge) with 5 in the pipeline (Glasgow, Wales, Southampton, Leicester and Motherwell).
Franchisees will receive pre-opening and opening training and support as well as ongoing support.
A Broccoli Pizza and Pasta franchise costs between £126,700 - £284,500.
Join one of the fastest growing franchises in the world.
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Brokerplan Franchise Brokerplan franchise provides business and property finance in a fast growing market. As you only require a small office, this business can be run from home.
Join Brokerplan and fast track into the huge and growing world of business and property finance. The Brokerplan programme has been designed to allow you to become a member of our network and to face the market as a finance broker and start to generate meaningful (and uncapped) income within a matter of weeks. Supported by the underwriting and case management team, you will have the confidence to develop your practice in the knowledge that all your compliance and regulatory responsibilities are taken care of. You will also have access to the widest range of funders available and the support of a marketing and business development team behind you.
We welcome applicants from any business background, without need for prior experience or qualifications in the finance sector. Instead, we seek enthusiastic and driven individuals who want to build their
Bru Coffee and Gelato Franchise Established in 2014 in Leicester, Bru Coffee and Gelato is the ideal venue for coffee and dessert lovers. Our laid back coffee shops offer a place for relaxing, working and socialising.
Bru Coffee is looking to revolutionise the coffee industry. Unlike other traditional coffee shops, Bru caters for all lifestyles, tastes and dietary requirements. We don’t open traditional coffee shop hours, we open early until very late, nor do we just sell coffee and cakes as we offer breakfast, elevenses, lunch, afters and in-between.
Bru Coffee franchise is looking for the right people to join our growing network. You need to be passionate about working with people, possess excellent customer service skills and great at building relationships.
There is currently Bru coffee shops in Leicester, Walthamstow, Harrow and Cardiff; we are looking to expand across the whole of the UK.
If you are interested in a Bru Coffee franchise, contact us today. .
Established in 2014 in Leicester, Bru Coffee and Gelato is
Bubbleology Franchise **We dont currently have opportunities in the UK**
Bubbleology franchise is the most successful bubble tea and waffle business in the UK and Europe. Our products are enjoyed by customers of all ages in a family-friendly environment.
Bubbleology was launched in 2011 in Soho, London and with more than 69 stores across the UK, it has taken the bubble tea craze to a new level, having expanded to eight countries across Europe and the Middle East and several in the US.
We strive to provide the highest level of customer service and “sell smiles” as well as delicious bubble tea and waffles.
Not only do we make our customers happy, we do our best to make a real difference in the world and support several outreach programmes such as the building of water wells in Africa.
Bubbleology businesses in Europe have been successfully operating under the franchising model for several years. Up until now our UK stores have been company owned, but we are now looking to replicate the success of our European Bubbleol
Business Doctors Franchise Business Doctors franchisees follow a multi-award winning franchise model and provide SME businesses with a unique consultancy service..
Business Doctors franchisees follow a multi-award winning franchise model and provide SME businesses with a unique consultancy service.
Business Partnership Franchise Business Partnership franchise is the UK’s leading independent business brokerage.
Established in 1979, the Business Partnership is a network of professional business brokers across the UK; we connect serious business sellers with serious business buyers.
By understanding each business we are looking to sell, and by recognising the ambitions and requirements of potential buyers, we have built a successful network of 25 regional offices across the UK.
Each of our offices has intimate knowledge of the local market place, from retailers and small businesses to larger companies up to the value of £5 million.
We are looking for self-motivated professionals interested in working with small to medium sized businesses to join Business Partnership. So, if you are looking for career change and the thought of building your own brokerage business excites you, then contact us today for full information on our franchise opportunity.
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Business Partnership franchise is the UK’s leading independent business
busylizzy Franchise busylizzy is a boutique fitness club for mums and little ones.
The company was established in 2011 by Julie Clabby & Sarah Batterbury who wanted to keep active with their young families whilst on maternity leave. A Busylizzy membership is so much better than a gym membership. Mum’s combine their pregnancy and postnatal fitness classes with fun baby / toddler classes. Classes are booked using the Busylizzy app and members enjoy their maternity leave keeping in shape and socialising with like-minded new friends. There are three membership options to suit all budgets and usage.
busylizzy franchise was crowned ‘Emerging Franchsior of the Year 2016’ by the British Franchise Association and tipped as a company to watch by the judges. There are currently 18 franchised busylizzy clubs across London, Surrey, Sussex, Berkshire and new club opportunities across the UK.
busylizzy is a management franchise in the fitness sector. Franchise owners do not teach the classes; their role is centred around promoting and ma
Cafe Rouge Franchise Café Rouge franchise is part of the Casual Dining Group, along with Bella Italia and Las Iguanas. Café Rouge was launched in London in 1989 by two foodies on a mission to recreate real French food and wine in a Parisienne bistro-style setting.
Casual Dining Group is one of the fastest growing restaurant groups in the UK, with almost 300 restaurants across its portfolio of brands. The group operates across 3 continents, with a strong pipeline of new business opportunities underway.
As a Café Rouge franchisee, you would benefit from Casual Dining Group’s expertise in running restaurant brands with a highly experienced training team for new site openings. You would have access to a wealth of resources at your fingertips and a proven operating model, offering an attractive financial platform for success.
The ideal franchise partner should be a large well-capitalised business with the willingness and capital to invest for periods of 3-5 years. Relevant casual dining experience is preferred
Camile Thai Franchise Camile Thai Kitchen is a healthy and sustainable restaurant brand operating in the home delivery category, in the ever-expanding delivery industry in the UK..
Camile Thai Kitchen is a healthy and sustainable restaurant brand operating in the home delivery category, in the ever-expanding delivery industry in the UK.
Canopy Children's Nurseries Franchise Canopy Children’s Nurseries is a nursery franchise that allows children to blossom and reach their full potential in an exceptional and nurturing environment.
Canopy Nurseries have been developed with the needs of modern parents in mind who require higher levels of convenience, flexibility and ethical credentials than ever before.
You can now start your own Canopy Children’s Nursery franchise. Our team would train you, support you and provide the central services to enable you to do this efficiently and effectively. There is an initial set up cost and an ongoing franchise fee.
Whilst much of the day-to-day management of a nursery can be delegated to its management team, the franchisee must remain highly visible to staff/customers and highly involved in the performance of the nursery.
Core tasks for the franchisee include marketing the nursery in the local community, recruiting and motivating a high-performing team, managing the finances and overseeing the smooth management of the nursery.
Caprinos Pizza Franchise Caprinos Pizza is a pizza delivery and takeaway franchise chain. It is one of the few pizza brands to offer Halal menu across all branches.
We have won awards for 2020 Small Chain Pizza Delivery by Papa Industry Awards, and finalist in the British Takeaway Awards for Best Restaurant Chain.
We encourage first time investors to join us. You do not necessarily have to have previous food or catering experience to become a franchisee. You need to have a strong desire and ambition to see your franchise business grow by day.
However, we expect your direct involvement in your franchise activities fully at least giving 15-20 hours a week.
We value our customers and the staff the same way we value you as our business partner. Thus, the skill to network and build relationships is essential to become a good franchisee. Your people skills, leadership skills and effective communication will help building a winning team around you.
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Caprinos Pizza is a pizza delivery and takeaway franchise chain. It
Card Connection Franchise Established in 1992, Card Connection franchise is one of the UK’s largest card publisher and is the market leader in the franchise distribution of greeting cards.
Card Connection only offer established businesses for sale (resales), so you will receive an income from day 1, as well as detailed sales history.
Card Connection is a FULL member of the British Franchise Association and is viewed as one of the UK’s best run franchise operations. In 2008, Card Connection became part of UK Greetings Limited, the UK’s largest card publisher, as well as the British subsidiary of American Greetings Inc., the world’s largest greeting card company.
Card Connection franchisees provide bespoke card displays to approximately 12,000 outlets/retailers throughout the UK and Republic of Ireland. These are largely convenience outlets, such as Spar, Budgens, BP and Londis to name but a few. Franchisees also supply seasonal ranges, including Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Father&rs
Cargo2Go Franchise Cargo2Go was founded in Manchester in 2006 and has grown into a highly respected player in the Same Day Courier franchise sector. The company has branches throughout the North West, including Manchester, Warrington, Liverpool, Leeds and Wakefield, and is now looking to expand across the UK through a network of franchisees.
Cargo2Go franchise is looking for ambitious people to come on board as franchisees. You will be provided with a franchisee starter bundle of marketing material, corporate clothing, IT hardware and booking software. Full training and support will equip you with everything you need to run a successful and profitable business. Hands on training will be provided both in the office and out in the field, giving you an in-depth understanding of the courier market, how to maintain and develop your customer base, and maximise the potential of your franchise area..
Cargo2Go was founded in Manchester in 2006 and has grown into a highly respected player in the Same Day Courier franchis
Cash Converters Franchise Cash Converters franchise is a proven business with a 30-year track record, capable of not just surviving but thriving in times both good and bad.
Founded on the simple and easy to comprehend concept of turning second-hand goods stores into professional retail outlets. Cash Converters’ appeal and vision remains as strong in the tough trading conditions of today, as it was at its inception.
Our approach to high street visibility and brand positioning ensures customers across all demographics can visit a local Cash Converters store and buy good quality items, or obtain instant cash, even during these austere times.
The wide range of services we offer are becoming increasingly popular, as we continue to adapt to the consumer needs. With banks continuing to restrict lending, the personal finance division of our business is expanding rapidly; we provide short term cash that our customers need, but that they can also afford to repay.
A measure of Cash Converters success is, inevitably, the number of imitators
Cavavin Franchise Established in 1985, CAVAVIN is the French leader of franchised wine merchants with more than 150 stores in France and abroad. For more than 30 years, CAVAVIN gives its know-how in the selection of 2,000 wine and spirits from 150 loyal suppliers and knew how to evolve and adapt himself to the evolutions of the market.
The concept is really differentiating with premium and modern shops which are symbols of the
Century 21 Franchise Century 21 is one of the largest residential estate agency organisations in the world, comprising approximately 8,000 independently owned and operated franchised broker offices in 81 countries and territories worldwide, with more than 111,000 independent sales professionals.
Century 21 is currently looking for franchisees in the UK who have the ability to grow their own business, whether they’re a seasoned property professional or completely new to estate agency.
Franchisees will benefit from:
Global brand exposure
Additional earning and partnership opportunities through the SDL Group
Over 15 years of experience in estate agency franchising in the UK
Committed Business Development Managers
Support in launching your business
Thorough training and development programme
Market-leading technology
Editable marketing resources
The minimum investment of a Century 21 franchise is £23,500.
Century 21 is one of the largest residential estate agency organisations in the world,
Chai Green Franchise Launched in Birmingham in 2020, Chai Green has quickly established a name for itself by creating a comprehensive menu that blends British classics and Indian street food. The vibe lends itself to being popular with a wide range of customers, chatting with friends over a morning breakfast, enjoying healthy and tasty lunch options, and getting together for family dinners with delicious cakes and mocktails.
Chai Green has ambitious growth plans via franchising, with new stores opening in Birmingham, Cardiff, and Glasgow in 2022. .
Launched in Birmingham in 2020, Chai Green has quickly established a name for itself by creating a comprehensive menu that blends British classics and Indian street food. The vibe lends itself to being popular with a wide range of customers, chatting with friends over a morning breakfast, enjoying healthy and tasty lunch options, and getting together for family dinners with delicious cakes and mocktails.
Chai Green has ambitious growth plans via franchising, with new stores
Chaiiwala Franchise The Chaiiwala empire was started in 1927 in Delhi. The first Chaiiwala UK store was opened in Leicester in 2015. In 2017, the Chaiwala franchise was developed.
Chaiiwala is a cafe franchise with a difference. Instead of coffee and regular tea, Chaiiwala serves authentic Indian beverages including its signature Karnak chaii, an Indian style brewed tea, and Indian coffee. Food includes roti, all day Indian breakfast, Indian street food, desserts and traditional British food with an Indian twist, including masala chips.
Chaiiwala also caters for weddings, birthdays and other special occasions.
Chaiiwala offers something different. It takes advantage of our willingness to try something new and be more adventurous with our eating habits. It has built a brand that is as exciting, unique and diverse as the products it sells. It is helping to shift the focus from the consumption of coffee to tea, a firm British favourite but brewed the Indian way. Chaiiwala is a foodies heaven!
Chaiiwala restaurants o
CHAMPS Academy Franchise CHAMPS Academy is a confidence and life-skills coaching franchise that helps kids and teens become more confident, stronger and happier..
CHAMPS Academy is a confidence and life-skills coaching franchise that helps kids and teens become more confident, stronger and happier.
Charisnack Franchise Charisnack is a home-based, low-cost snack distribution franchise. Our cause-based business model allows our franchisees to raise money for charity whilst earning. Can be run full or part-time; £50,000 gross income..
Charisnack is a home-based, low-cost snack distribution franchise. Our cause-based business model allows our franchisees to raise money for charity whilst earning. Can be run full or part-time; £50,000 gross income.
Chatime Franchise Chatime is the UK’s #1 fresh bubble tea specialist. There are currently 30 stores around the UK and more than 1,000 stores worldwide.
With wildly innovative products that are made fresh to order, Chatime has a unique taste that is all our own – and something our guests crave again and again.
Chatime is looking for people who have a keen interest in business, are entrepreneurial and determined with a strong work ethic, and cooperative.
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Chatime is the UK’s #1 fresh bubble tea specialist. There are currently 30 stores around the UK and more than 1,000 stores worldwide.
With wildly innovative products that are made fresh to order, Chatime has a unique taste that is all our own – and something our guests crave again and again.
Chatime is looking for people who have a keen interest in business, are entrepreneurial and determined with a strong work ethic, and cooperative.
Chefs for Foodies Franchise Founded by two best friends during the pandemic, Chefs for Foodies is on a mission to bring the world of top chefs closer to foodies like you. Since our launch in February 2021, we've received rave reviews and have become a trusted name in the food industry.
Join Chefs for Foodies in a totally immersive culinary experience for your customers, preparing and delivering a unique and innovative recipe box product range, which is supported by professionally produced unscripted chef video content.
As a franchisee, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with international brands and renowned chefs, including Michelin-starred and celebrity culinary icons. This partnership will not only enhance your credibility but also attract a diverse customer base seeking exceptional culinary experiences..
Founded by two best friends during the pandemic, Chefs for Foodies is on a mission to bring the world of top chefs closer to foodies like you. Since our launch in February 2021, we've received rave reviews and
Chem-Dry Franchise UK Chem-Dry franchise is the UKs leading professional carpet and upholstery cleaning company.
The Chem-Dry system of carpet cleaning was originally founded in the USA in 1977. Since being introduced in the UK over 20 years ago, its popularity has allowed it to grow to a network of over 100 franchisees.
Using a unique carbonated, non-toxic cleaning solution to thoroughly clean rugs, carpets, curtains and more, our franchisees are equipped to tackle any surface! We also provide tile, stone and grout cleaning, pet urine and odour removal, water damage restoration, rug cleaning and stain removal. Chem-Dry franchisees can choose which cleaning services they wish to specialise in.
Our franchisees work with small businesses and home owners, and are very active in the insurance industry.
Most of the day-to-day aspects of running their Chem-Dry franchise can be done from home. A large part of the daily operation of the business involves building relationships, marketing and networking.
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Chemex Franchise Chemex supplies businesses (including restaurants, care homes, pubs, gyms, hotels, bars and the emergency services sector) with specialised cleaning, hygiene and infection control products. Scalable opportunity..
Chemex supplies businesses (including restaurants, care homes, pubs, gyms, hotels, bars and the emergency services sector) with specialised cleaning, hygiene and infection control products. Scalable opportunity.
Chicken Cottage Franchise Become part of a UK success story by building your own Chicken Cottage multi-unit empire.Chicken Cottage is the go-to quick service restaurant for the world’s most flavoursome grilled and fried chicken and succulent sides. With more than 45 restaurants already operating in the UK, and 10+ in new overseas markets, the Chicken Cottage franchise is looking for skilled and ambitious entrepreneurs like you to open a chain of highly successful restaurants in their own area..
Become part of a UK success story by building your own Chicken Cottage multi-unit empire.Chicken Cottage is the go-to quick service restaurant for the world’s most flavoursome grilled and fried chicken and succulent sides. With more than 45 restaurants already operating in the UK, and 10+ in new overseas markets, the Chicken Cottage franchise is looking for skilled and ambitious entrepreneurs like you to open a chain of highly successful restaurants in their own area.
Chick-fil-A Franchise UK Chick-fil-A franchise is a chain of chicken restaurants.
Looking to franchise in the UK in 2025
Over 2000 stores across the US serve Chick-fil-A signature dishes including breaded chicken sandwiches and hot waffle fries, six days a week. When Chick-fil-A was established, founder Truett Cathy made the decision to always close on a Sunday. This is still implemented in all Chick-fil-A franchise restaurants across the US today. Whilst some may think that closing on a Sunday is bad for business, staff seem to enjoy knowing they have a set day off and the fact their staff retention is higher than most other quick service franchise brands, shows it is important for morale which ultimately is good for business.
So is Chick-fil-A opening franchises in the UK? So far, they have only announced plans to expand outside the US into Canada but the UK is clearly a market of interest to them. In the past 3 years they have already opened pop-up stores in 4 major cities to gauge interest from UK consumers. Finding
ChicKing Franchise UK Established in Dubai in 2000, ChicKing franchise is a chicken restaurant inspired by tastes from around the world. Using the finest of ingredients, ChicKing serves delicious and innovative chicken products, all of which are fully Halal compliant.
We know have over 80 restaurants in 6 countries. – Dubai, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, Malaysia and India; we serve over 500,000 customers a month.
ChicKing franchise is aiming to expand globally and expand to at least 500+ outlets in just the next 5 years , with 1,000+ outlets all over the world by 2025.
For a unit franchisee – we are looking for motivated individuals with strong business acumen and are willing to be hands on in the operations of their ChicKing® outlet. ChicKing franchise offers 2 concepts in the UK - food court and standalone stores.
For a Master Franchisee – we look for a strong business track record with the capacity to aggressively develop the brand within their given territory. A bonus would be if the potential partner is already in
Chilli Flames Franchise Chilli Flames is a grilled, healthy food concept specialising in grilled chicken and gourmet burgers. We have opportunities across the whole of the UK..
Chilli Flames is a grilled, healthy food concept specialising in grilled chicken and gourmet burgers. We have opportunities across the whole of the UK.
Chipotle Franchise UK Chipotle is a Mexican quick service restaurant specialising in burritos. It was established in 1993 in and despite franchising in 2006, it bought back its stores and is 100% company owned.
Chipotle currently has over 2000 stores worldwide.
Despite several Chipotle restaurants in the UK, the company has no immediate plans to franchise here.
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Chipotle is a Mexican quick service restaurant specialising in burritos. It was established in 1993 in and despite franchising in 2006, it bought back its stores and is 100% company owned.
Chipotle currently has over 2000 stores worldwide.
Despite several Chipotle restaurants in the UK, the company has no immediate plans to franchise here.
View other food franchises actively recruiting in the UK
ChipsAway Franchise ChipsAway franchisees offer high-quality bodywork repair services; automotive scratches, minor dents and scuffs. Work from fully equipped mobile workshops OR fixed-based Car Care Centres..
ChipsAway franchisees offer high-quality bodywork repair services; automotive scratches, minor dents and scuffs. Work from fully equipped mobile workshops OR fixed-based Car Care Centres.
Chock Shop Franchise Chock Shop is a dessert franchise speciaising in artisan chocolate brownies.
From salted caramel to Baileys, crunchy peanut butter, chilli and sea salt, we have flavour combinations to tantalise the taste-buds of kids and grown-ups alike.
With thousands of satisfied customers, and after sustained success trading at festivals, shows and other live events, we are expanding the business through a franchise model.
Ideal candidates enjoy working in an outdoor environment and have a range of practical skills. They thrive off meeting people in shows and other events whatever the weather. Selling brownies in summer is wonderful, but the process can become more testing during the winter months. Franchisees must be resourceful, energetic and great with customers through every season.
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Chock Shop is a dessert franchise speciaising in artisan chocolate brownies.
From salted caramel to Baileys, crunchy peanut butter, chilli and sea salt, we have flavour combinations to tantalise the taste-buds of
CHOPSTIX Franchise CHOPSTIX is the UK’s top Asian QSR brand. Established in Camden Market in 2002 by entrepreneurs Sam Elia and Menashe Sadik, CHOPSTIX celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. It operates 80 locations across the UK and Ireland, with 25 franchise sites run through partnerships with the likes of Welcome Break and Applegreen. .
CHOPSTIX is the UK’s top Asian QSR brand. Established in Camden Market in 2002 by entrepreneurs Sam Elia and Menashe Sadik, CHOPSTIX celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. It operates 80 locations across the UK and Ireland, with 25 franchise sites run through partnerships with the likes of Welcome Break and Applegreen.
Cinnabon Franchise UK Cinnabon franchise is a world famous bakery chain. The first Cinnabon bakery was opened in Seattle, Washington in 1985, by a father and son who were on a mission to create the world’s greatest cinnamon roll from scratch. After months of trial and error they landed on a magical combination of exceptional ingredients from across the globe, and Cinnabon is now one of the world’s most recognised and sought-after brands.
Today, Cinnabon is a global brand than spans nearly 50 countries, and is now looking to expand through franchising.
Cinnabon franchise is looking for passionate franchise owners who have experience in multi-unit foodservice, hospitality or retail operations, have the ability to open multiple locations following a development schedule, have the capital necessary to develop and support multiple locations, have a sufficient infrastructure team with growth capabilities, have local expertise in real estate, marketing, development, project management, human resources and supply chain, an
Clarity Homecare Franchise Clarity Homecare provides a care at home service for the elderly and those with additional support needs..
Clarity Homecare provides a care at home service for the elderly and those with additional support needs.
Clarks Shoes Franchise Clark’s has been making shoes since 1825! We design, produce and sell shoes for women, men and children.
We sell over 105 pairs of Clark’s Shoes every 60 seconds through our 1400 stores, of which 450 are franchises; we are the world’s number one name in every day footwear. And central to our success is our franchisees.
The first Clark’s Shoes franchise store opened in 1985. There is over 113 franchises across the UK and Ireland.
Our owner operator franchisees are responsible for managing the day to day operations of their store. They will interact with customers, be involved with front of house and be responsible for administration and accounting.
Multi-unit owners will tend to spend less time front of house as they may appoint managers to run their stores. They will Instead oversee the business as a whole.
We are looking for franchisees who share our vision and passion for good shoes. We provide Clark’s franchisees with a tailor-made programme for setting up and running their own shoe retai
Clarriots Care franchise Clarriots Care franchise provides a high-quality, essential care service to local communities throughout the UK. It is positioned as one of the market leaders within this thriving sector in the UK.
Clarriots Care was established in 2008 by James Carratt who has extensive experience in care industry as both carer and manager, therefore bringing a wealth of first-hand experience to the business.
With James as Managing Director and, therefore, hands-on knowledge of what constitutes world class care, Clarriots has achieved an exceptional record of success and a solid reputation for excellence. Franchisees greatly benefit from the Franchisor’s extensive experience, a highly recognisable and established brand name, high-quality training, and on-going support.
Entrepreneurs continue to recognize just how lucrative a care franchise is, especially in the context of a lucrative market. Over 11.6 million people in the UK are over the age of 65, that is a whopping 17.83% of the population who might be interested in
Cleanhome Franchise Cleanhome franchise was founded by Karen Kelly who, after working in the corporate market as Head of Sales for Virgin Atlantic Airways and Country Director, UK for Disneyland Paris, has now established one of the UK’s leading domestic cleaning franchise business!
Using her extensive experience and proven customer service skills, Karen has built up a thoroughly tried-and-tested business model which promises quality at every level. With time a precious commodity, Cleanhome provides a necessary and top-quality service.
At Cleanhome, we offer franchisees everything they need (and more) to help them launch, manage and build a successful business. With us, you are in business for yourself, but not by yourself!
Clear Brew Franchise Clear Brew: Professionally maintaining beer lines since 2006
A unique franchise opportunity with a repeat business model that gives you ownership of your own territory.
Clear Brew have been successfully beer line cleaning for over a decade. Operating from our head office in Cornwall and with over 50 successful franchisees, who operate in large regions across the UK, our aim is to achieve complete national coverage. We are offering a limited number of franchise opportunities—to the right individuals—to make that happen.
We currently provide services to public houses, social clubs, sports clubs, holiday parks, hotels, bingo halls and cinemas. In essence anywhere that pulls a pint through a dispense system will need to maintain and clean the lines on a regular basis, so as you can imagine, the marketplace is vast and varied.
Importantly, you will be joining an established brand that is recognised as the UK’s premier independent beer line cleaning company.
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Clip n Climb Franchise UK Clip ‘n Climb franchise offers fun and exciting climbing experience for all ages and all levels of climbing. Established in New Zealand in 2005, there are now Clip n’ Climb franchises in 50 countries.
We’ve transformed the world of climbing into a profitable consumer business through its appeal to all ages and ability levels.
Clip ‘n Climb has been a great success story in the UK and the number of centres has multiplied during the last years; over 80 centres across the UK and approximately £25M cumulative turnover per annum.
Clip ‘n Climb offers its UK franchisees a complete turn-key leisure business model, including design and installation for more than 40 colourful, unique indoor and outdoor climbing challenges, designed to appeal to all age groups.
We are looking for enthusiastic business people wishing to join our international brand!
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Clip ‘n Climb franchise offers fun and exciting climbing experience for all ages and all levels of climbing. Established in New Zealand in 2005, t
Club Clean Franchise Club Clean was established in 2006, and since then has built up a reputation as a trusted national brand offering a mobile, ultrasonic golf club cleaning valet service. Club Clean uses ultrasonic machines to clean a full set of clubs in just a matter of minutes.
Club Clean works with some of the UK’s largest blue-chip companies, golf-events companies and at some of the UK’s most prestigious golf courses. Club Clean are looking to expand their existing network of franchisees throughout the UK, where there are approximately 4 million golfers who play regularly at over 2,700 golf courses.
Club Clean franchisees should be reliable, professional and capable of representing Club Clean to a high standard. If you have the energy to run your own business, enjoy dealing with people and have good organisational and customer service skills then this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Full training and support will be provided to all franchisees, along with the following:
Commercial all weather premi
CNA International Franchise Established in 1993, CNA International franchise is a leading executive search and HR advisory company. A FULL Members of the bfa (British Franchise Association), CNA has over 30 franchisees operating their own executive recruitment businesses.
You can build your own recruitment franchise business with the brand, support and benefits of being part of one of the largest groups of recruitment companies in the UK and Europe; CNA was acquired by the largest independent recruitment company in the UK, The Pertemps Network Group.
With a CNA franchise you can capitalise on a vast and rising global market place with your own sector specific executive recruitment business. Specialise in your industry sector and leverage your years of experience, contacts and goodwill. Or you can choose a new industry sector that interests you and grow one of our established sectors.
There is no geographical territories or barriers to limit your business growth, in fact, we encourage you to trade globally in your sector, take o
Code Ninjas Franchise UK Founded in 2016, Code Ninjas® is the world’s largest and fastest-growing kids coding franchise, with more than 220 locations open across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
At Code Ninjas, kids learn to code while building their own video games. They gain problem solving, critical thinking, and STEM skills in a fun, safe, and inspiring environment.
9 out of 10 parents want their kids to learn to code. As a Code Ninjas franchise owner, you’ll fill a vital need in your community – and enter a virtually untapped market.
So, you’re not a coder? Not a problem. Our training and support systems are specifically designed for non-technical people to thrive in our franchise.
We have developed a more flexible and affordable path to opening a franchise location in the UK: Code Ninjas Studio. With reduced startup costs and streamlined requirements, it's never been easier to bring the #1 coding franchise to your community.
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Founded in 2016, Code Ninjas® is the world’s largest and fa
Coffee Blue Franchise Coffee Blue is the UK’s leading mobile coffee van franchise. We supply workplaces, events, festivals and more with award-winning coffee from our market-leading mobile coffee van.
Over the past 5 years, the UK coffee market has experienced exceptional growth. Studies suggest the UK coffee industry is now worth over £17.87 Billion – and so it has never been a better time to get involved.
Coffee Blue offers 2 franchise options: ‘Barista’ and ‘Bean-To-Cup’; both provide flexibility to scale your business to however big you wish it to be.
Barista - Coffee Blue Barista allows you to bring delicious barista-quality coffee to the masses.
Bean to Cup - utilises the convenience of bean-to-cup technology – without comprising quality – providing your customers with delicious hot and cold food and drinks.
. Coffee Blue provides low cost franchise opportunities that allow accessible ways for budding entrepreneurs to start their own business. At just £4995 +VAT, our franchise fee is the lowest in the m
Coffee Planet Franchise Coffee Planet is a next-level café experience – a fusion of the World’s finest 100% Arabica specialty coffees and the rich theme and heritage of the Arabian Peninsula. Our premium-grade coffees are a taste experience like no other – rich aromas, complex taste profiles and a soothing finish.
Coffee Planet franchise is now present in over 20 countries. We offer five outlet options for International franchising : Cafe, Kiosk, Pod module, Cart, Vending machines.
Each of our outlet designs incorporates stylish and contemporary signatures, attracting discerning guests looking for a relaxing moment to enjoy the very best food and beverages. Our core customer is an aspirational coffee lover, with excellent taste, not settling for inferior product.
Our range of investment starts at as little as £50,000 for a fully kitted-out cart model, ready to pour its first coffee and warm its first croissant. A 1,200 sq ft café will cost approximately £180,000 to fit out and will have that first smoothie blended in a j
Coffee-Bike Franchise Coffee-Bike franchise enables you to operate your own café on three wheels - without large initial investments. .
Coffee-Bike franchise enables you to operate your own café on three wheels - without large initial investments.
Colourfence Franchise Colourfence franchise owners not only distribute and install a unique ‘fit and forget’ boundary fencing with a 25-year guarantee – a product that requires no maintenance and can withstand gusts of wind up to 103mph – but we work within a niche market with no other.
One of the many reasons for our success is that our product is virtually maintenance-free as it doesn’t age, spoil or need replacing. With the lightweight Colorbond steel fences manufactured here in the UK, we are offering an exceptional product to an untapped market. And we're proud that this is a product manufactured here in Britain!
The Colourfence product and service is perfect for the UK audience, who are renowned for their love of homes and gardens! Since offering our services here, we have received the RHS Gold Award and voted as one of the BBC Gardening’s Top Ten products. Such accolades and steady stream of customers attest to our fences' quality and resilience.
With such a highly reputed product, Colourfence fences are in dema
COOK Franchise COOK franchise sells a range of frozen ready-prepared meals and puddings using ethically sourced ingredients. Our food is “made like you would at home”.
The first COOK store was opened in 1997 and we now have 90 shops around the UK as well as an online home delivery service. Our range covers everything from starters to desserts, with a wide selection of flavours and cuisines.
COOK has been franchising since 2009. Our franchisees need to be hands on and love working with people.
The typical start up cost of a COOK franchise is £128,000.
COOK is currently not recruiting franchises as concentrating on existing franchisees.
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COOK franchise sells a range of frozen ready-prepared meals and puddings using ethically sourced ingredients. Our food is “made like you would at home”.
The first COOK store was opened in 1997 and we now have 90 shops around the UK as well as an online home delivery service. Our range covers everything from starters to desserts, with a wide selection of flavours and
How to start a Co-op Franchise The Co-op is a new contender in the retail franchise industry. After 175 years of operation, the Co-op has decided to franchise its supermarket chain to independent retailers.
The Co-op franchise will help meet their objective of increasing the number of Co-op stores UK wide; they already are committed to opening 100 company-owned stores in 2019.
The Co-operative Group is one of the world’s largest consumer co-operatives, owned by millions of members. It’s the UK’s fifth biggest food retailer with more than 2,500 local, convenience and medium-sized stores.
The group’s origins date back to 1844 when it was started by the Rochdale Pioneers. Today the Co-operative employs nearly 70,000 people and is a recognised leader for its social goals and community led programmes. It exists to meet members’ needs and stand up for the things they believe in.
The Co-op unveiled its plans to develop franchise stores, after trialling their franchise model for over a year. Its franchised outlets will provide
Costa Coffee Franchise UK Costa franchise is the UK’s largest and fastest growing coffee shop franchise; and with over 3400 Costa coffee shops in over 31 countries, it is the second largest coffee shop chain in the world.
The brand has undergone many ownership changes in the past 40 years including most recently being bought by the Coca Cola group in 2019. But its mission stays the same, to rid the world of mediocre coffee.
Costa franchise prides itself on the quality of the coffee it serves; it turns serving coffee into an art form. There is a coffee option for everyone, whether it be a skinny latte or a mocha, and coupled with great tasting food to be enjoyed in a relaxing atmosphere, Costa coffee shops are still at the heart of most communities.
As well as Costa Coffee shops. Costa has expanded the brand with the installation of coffee machines in the likes of hospitals, universities, train stations etc, for customers to enjoy a Costa Coffee on the go.
So, is Costa Coffee franchising in the UK? Costa franchise is not c
Countrywide Grounds Maintenance Franchise Countrywide is established as the UK’s number one grounds maintenance contractor, providing a range of services to ensure your premises are well-maintained, safe and welcoming. As a multi-award winning management franchise, Countrywide Grounds Maintenance is not only one of the UK’s most successful franchise networks, but also the market leader within its own industry..
Countrywide is established as the UK’s number one grounds maintenance contractor, providing a range of services to ensure your premises are well-maintained, safe and welcoming. As a multi-award winning management franchise, Countrywide Grounds Maintenance is not only one of the UK’s most successful franchise networks, but also the market leader within its own industry.
Countrywide Signs franchise THE PROPERTY SIGNAGE EXPERTS. 25 years expertise offering property sign management nationwide; there is still room for network growth and the search is on for new franchisees to join the business..
THE PROPERTY SIGNAGE EXPERTS. 25 years expertise offering property sign management nationwide; there is still room for network growth and the search is on for new franchisees to join the business.
Crayola Imagine Arts Academy Franchise UK Crayola Imagine Arts Academy franchise delivers art education through virtual and in-person after-school programs, birthday parties, summer and vacation camps, and community workshops.
The Crayola Arts franchise was developed as a collaborative effort between Mad Science, leader in science programmes for kids, and Crayola.
Our belief is that art and education can make this world a better place for the next generation.
We have a growing network of successful franchisees across the US and now looking for franchise partners in the UK to grow this exciting brand.
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Crayola Imagine Arts Academy franchise delivers art education through virtual and in-person after-school programs, birthday parties, summer and vacation camps, and community workshops.
The Crayola Arts franchise was developed as a collaborative effort between Mad Science, leader in science programmes for kids, and Crayola.
Our belief is that art and education can make this world a better place for the next generation.
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Creams Café Franchise Creams Café is the UK’s favourite dessert parlour brand with multi-site development opportunities available in key cities in the Midlands, the North and Scotland. .
Creams Café is the UK’s favourite dessert parlour brand with multi-site development opportunities available in key cities in the Midlands, the North and Scotland.