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“I believe renewable energy is the future for sustainability and UK business”

of Green Shield Group

Rob Shields is the Green Shield Group’s franchisee in North Wales.  Green Shield Group specialise in delivering carbon reduction strategies for businesses across the UK. With a background in renewable energy, Rob wanted a business that allowed him to utilise the knowledge that he possessed; the Green Shield Group allows him to do this. “The business model was incredibly strong, and the back-office infrastructure at the head office was already set up to enable smooth and straight-forward progress, I knew it was something I could confidently replicate and implement successfully across North Wales.”

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From paramedic to Bright & Beautiful franchisee

of Bright & Beautiful

Deborah Hart was a winner in the latest round of the Great British Franchisee Awards. Deborah, who runs her Bright & Beautiful domestic housekeeping business across her native Newcastle, was recognised by the judges for her outstanding performance. “I am so proud to have grown my business over the past 9 years, it is a feeling of accomplishment I have never felt before, I am humbled to be part of such an amazing brand and just so happy to be recognised for our hard work and resilience, especially over the last few years.’

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A passion for fitness leads Charlie to BFT

of Body Fit Training (BFT)

Charlie Hendrie is responsible for launching London’s first BFT in Battersea. BFT is the fastest growing fitness franchise in Australia with over 450 franchises sold globally and a rapidly growing membership base of 55,000+."I’m a classic example of the COVID pivot! After 10-years in various sales manager roles in fashion, food & beverage, I knew in my heart this was the time to pursue an industry I’d been passionate about for most of my life – fitness."

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"I want to be No. 1 and reach a six-figure turnover"

of Plan-it Cards

Simon and Caroline Hanna have been running their Plan-it Cards franchise in North Yorkshire since 2014. Having been made redundant, Simon and his wife were looking for a new opportunity that would provide a more secure future for their family. ‘’Caroline and I have been in greetings cards for over 30 years at various managerial levels, including owning our retail business. I have been heavily involved in franchising, and have recently attained the British Franchise Association qfp Franchising qualification in the process.‘’ explained Simon. ‘

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Plan-it Cards impressed me with their passion, professionalism and family values

of Plan-it Cards

Maciej Warchocki, the Plan-it Cards Franchisee for London & Canterbury, is a multiple territory owner with plenty of ambition. “Since I left university, I worked in Information Technology but have always wanted to run my own business. I felt restricted and undervalued in my job. I concluded the only way I was able to achieve success in a flexible way was to work for myself .I knew a little bit about greetings cards having moved to the UK from Poland and found a job packing greetings cards. I saw first-hand that with the right product and a lot of hard work I could run my own business.”

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Having the right work/leisure balance

of Plan-it Cards

Alistair Black was awarded the Plan-it Cards franchisee of the year in 2016. He had been in a greetings card sales role for over 25 years, but his motivation for joining Plan-it Cards was very clear – even at interview. He wanted to create something tangible from his experience and efforts in the greeting card industry. To build an asset, an investment, that he could develop, grow, and when the time was right, to sell on in the future.

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I like not having to answer to a boss!

of Plan-it Cards

Jacky Francis owns and manages the Plan-it Cards franchise in Shropshire, and is the current Plan-it Cards Franchisee of the Year. She had no experience in running her own business when she signed on the dotted line, but she knew a great product when she saw it.

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Meet Stuart McCaig, the new owner of ServiceMaster Clean Contract Services in Bradford

of ServiceMaster Clean

 ServiceMaster Clean Contract Services in Bradford is now under new management, having been sold by the previous owner, Clive Jones, to former data analyst for Lloyds Bank Stuart McCaig.

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TruGreen Lawn Care franchisee Stephen Graves speaks to his recent successes

of TruGreen

TruGreen South Bedfordshire business owner Stephen Graves shares how a mindset change and pragmatic approach to lawn care led to growth and a business built upon positivity. 

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Award winner Tom Jackson shares his secrets for success

of Merry Maids

Not only is Tom Jackson celebrating 20 years in business and the acquisition of new territory in Stafford, but he is also the proud winner of the prestigious Merry Maids Recognition Award and a whichfranchise Great British Franchisee Award.

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