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20-October-2023

Esquires Coffee opens its doors in Kettering, Northamptonshire

Esquires Coffee, renowned for its dedication to exceptional Fairtrade and organic coffee, is thrilled to announce the opening of its newest store located within the Newlands Shopping Centre in Kettering. On Monday 9th October, a warm welcome was extended to coffee enthusiasts as the doors swung open, offering an inviting haven at the heart of the shopping centre.

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19-October-2023

The impact of shared values in franchising

In an increasingly saturated global market, the spotlight on organisational values has never been more important. World Values Day, celebrated annually on 19th October, prompts us to reflect on the intrinsic beliefs that govern our actions and decisions. This year, with the theme 'Values Bring Us Together', the focus shifts towards the cohesive power of shared principles, especially within the franchising sector, which forms a significant pillar in the commerce industry. Here, Frank Milner, Global President of the UK’s fastest-growing private tutoring franchise, Tutor Doctor, discusses the importance of incorporating values into a franchise’s business model.

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19-October-2023

TaxAssist Accountants announced as finalist for 2023 Best Franchise Award

The awards are based on positive feedback from franchisees, highlighting the best franchises on the market.

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19-October-2023

PUDDLE DUCKS FRANCHISEE IS FINALIST IN PRESTIGIOUS 2023 BFA HSBC BRITISH FRANCHISE AWARDS

Ellie Cawdell, owner of Puddle Ducks York, Hull and East Yorkshire has made it to the finals of the prestigious 2023 BFA HSBC British Franchise Awards in the ‘Lifestyle’ category.

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19-October-2023

SWIMMING IN SUCCESS: KNIGHTS ACCELERATES PUDDLE DUCKS EXPANSION IN THE FRANCHISING WORLD

NOTTINGHAM FRANCHISE lawyers at professional services company Knights have helped take one of the UK’s leading pre-school swimming brands to new heights - surpassing a milestone of over 50 operating territories through a network of 30 franchisees.

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19-October-2023

Walfinch Harrow And Brent Achieves Four Finalists in The Great British Care Awards London

Many people talk about personalised care, but Shilpi Verma and her team at Walfinch Harrow and Brent really live it. Now, no less than four members of the team have been chosen as finalists in the London Region of the Great British Care awards.

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17-October-2023

Celebrate World Sake Day with us!

In Japan , the 1st October is known as "Nihonshu no Hi" - World Sake Day which celebrates and honours the national drink of Japan. Over the years, it has gain popularity across Japan and worldwide as an occasion to bring people together, learn about sake and discover new flavours.

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16-October-2023

ANYTIME FITNESS OPENS TRIO OF NEW LOCATIONS AS FRANCHISE INTEREST SOARS

Leading gym provider Anytime Fitness has enjoyed a flurry of new openings in recent weeks, with three new locations opening their doors in Birkenhead, Leigh-on-Sea and Upminster. All three gyms are operated by new franchisees, demonstrating the sustained interest in the franchise sector and the ambitions of entrepreneurs to run their own fitness facilities.

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13-October-2023

HEAVENLY DESSERTS OPENS IN BURNLEY

CALLING all Burnley dessert lovers: UK-wide premium dessert franchise Heavenly Desserts opened the doors to its newest restaurant in Burnley on Friday, 6th October. Daoud Tahir is the latest franchisees to join the Heavenly Desserts family.

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13-October-2023

'SMART' business risk pays off for delivery driver turned vehicle repair franchisee

A former delivery driver’s decision to launch his own vehicle repair franchise has proved to be a ‘SMART’ decision after his firm, Revive! Waltham Abbey, has enjoyed impressive financial returns and coveted award recognition. 

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