Multi-territory cleaning business wins coveted franchise award
26-September-2024
Former banker Nicola Morris has won a major industry award after spending 22 years building a multi-territory cleaning business.
The owner of Merry Maids Fylde Blackpool & Preston is the recipient of a whichfranchise Great British Franchisee Award, one of the most coveted accolade in a highly competitive sector.
The judges were impressed with the passion Nicola has for the Merry Maids brand and her own business. “It is clear that she is an outstanding franchisee for Merry Maids and a true brand ambassador. “
“She displays a strong track record, steady growth and is highly committed to following the Merry Maids model. Great example of what you can achieve following a successful business model.”
Nicola recognises that for a business to be successful you need to have a strong team behind you, and she has worked hard to achieve that. She offers incentive and rewards to show her appreciation, and encourages staff development and progression though offering supervisor and senior roles.
Nicola is a very active member of the Merry Maids network, working closely with the franchisor to develop the brand.
“I am delighted that Nicky is a winner and has been recognised for the business that Nicky and her team have built,” commented Vikki Donnachie, Merry Maids Brand Leader.
“ I enjoy working with Nicky, supporting her and her team to continue to build on their already established business across Fyle, Blackpool and Preston. Nicky is committed to Merry Maids and is a great asset to our franchise network, a very worthy winner.”
Nicola works hard to support a number of charities in her local community including Macmillan, Brian House Children’s Hospice and Alzheimer’s Society.
“We do a lot for our community, as they are at the heart of what we do, and we always strive to give back and support people in any way we can.”
Nicola wins means a lot to her. “I am very proud to have 22 years of hard work in building up my business, recognised by the prestigious whichfranchise Great British Franchisee Awards 2024.”
“Over the years I have had various key team members that have helped support me in the running of the business, as no one can achieve this success on their own. It takes a fabulous team to keep moving forward. This award will help the business continue upwards with the recognition of the high standards that we set in both looking after our staff and ensuring that we have happy customers at the centre of all that we do.”