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23-February-2023

TaxAssist's network to benefit from the return of former franchisee as mentor

Highly successful former TaxAssist Accountants franchisee, Terry Peachman, to share his wealth of experience as a Franchise Development Manager. Former Lincoln-based TaxAssist franchisee Terry Peachman has re-joined the franchise as a regional Franchise Development Manager to support and mentor franchisees.

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23-February-2023

Oodles reopens its doors in Luton

Oodles reopened its doors in Luton this week. The franchise is owned and will be operated by Ghazanfar Shahzad, who is looking forward to being part of the Oodles family.

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22-February-2023

Bookings for "milestone" holidays are soaring

Bucket list holidays have turned into regular “milestone holidays” and are sending holiday sales soaring as consumer confidence booms, says multi-award winning travel franchise The Travel Franchise. Franchisees are eagerly booking high-value holidays to celebrate wedding anniversaries, babymoons and landmark birthdays are becoming the norm as consumers are eager to invest in unforgettable shared experiences. 

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22-February-2023

Tezlom appoints Brand Manager and Mental Health Ambassador

With a staggering 74% of employees highlighting wellness strategies as one of the key elements to achieving job satisfaction1, it is becoming increasingly important for ethical franchise brands to establish a foundation of maintaining their teams’ wellbeing. As Tezlom accelerates its plans to become the UK’s leading domestic healthcare recruitment franchise, it has welcomed Kay Lou Haskins, a recognised breath coach and cold-water therapist, to head office to support the network’s physical and mental health.

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22-February-2023

Awesome Chips Partners with McKinnon Nelson to Secure New Premises as Franchise Expands

Awesome Chips has partnered with leisure real estate specialist McKinnon Nelson to secure new high street shop premises, as the franchise expands across the UK.

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21-February-2023

Harrow heralds the Fabulous Four!

Excited for the future of Harrow, Ramesh Kerai, Sunil Sharma, Ramesh Pindoria, and Centre Manager Pav Sarma, share the news of the latest franchise with The Massage Company, the brand revolutionising wellness by bringing high-quality massage to the mainstream.

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17-February-2023

Pieminister's gravy fondue experiment went viral, so they've added it to their restaurant menu

Pieminister has added a gravy fondue to its restaurant menu after fans on TikTok got behind the idea and demanded to try it. A feast designed for sharing, diners are invited to get their dip on with a hot, steamy pot of rich, thick gravy surrounded by a choice of delicious dippers, from free range British cocktail sausages, parsnip and kale fritters and onions rings to potato fries, Tenderstem broccoli and more. 

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17-February-2023

First Franchise of 2023 awarded 5 Star Satisfaction

Property claims management franchise, Aspray Limited, are the first franchisor of 2023 to be awarded the prestigious 5-star franchisee satisfaction award. During an anonymous survey conducted by WorkBuzz, currently trading franchisees were asked to rate the Aspray franchise in five key areas: training and support, the franchise system, culture and relationships, leadership, and general satisfaction. To achieve the 5-star recognition, a franchisor must score above the industry average in all categories.

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16-February-2023

Motherships, Sunday Bests, Gravy Fondues and Cocktails!

Pieminister’s first franchise, Pieminister Bath opened on Friday 10 Feb and a flurry of five-star online reviews soon followed. Customers commented on the ‘outstanding food and service’ enjoying the ‘amazing pies, lovely people and great atmosphere’ while others raved about the interior design and central location.

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16-February-2023

One Stop opens 300th Franchise store

Opening the 300th franchise store was a testament to One Stop’s continued success, an incredible milestone to hit. Daniel Wilson, Director of The Wilson Group and the current largest multi-site retailer with One Stop Franchise, selected a site that could be teeming with potential in the town of Brandon, in Durham.

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