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13-November-2024

Meet Vikas and Sumit, the dynamic duo behind Tikka Nation

Vikas Narula and Sumit Jain are the dynamic duo behind Tikka Nation, the restaurant that has become a beacon of Indian street food in the UK. Vikas, the culinary mastermind, brings an inventive twist to traditional flavours, transforming simple ingredients into extraordinary dishes that captivate the senses. Sumit, with his robust background in marketing and business management, complements Vikas’s culinary talents by steering the restaurant's vision toward growth and excellence.

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12-November-2024

Dyno-Rod attend the 2024 BFA Annual Conference and receives recognition at the British Franchise Awards

As an inspiring day of learning and networking, the BFA’s Annual Conference is always a red letter day in the world of franchising. We were especially looking forward to the 2024 event, however, following the news earlier this year that both Dyno-Rod and one of our franchises had been nominated for two prestigious awards at a ceremony which followed the main conference.Dyno-Rod were awarded ‘Highly Commended’ in the prestigious Franchisor of the Year (Established) category, a proud accomplishment for all stakeholders.

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08-November-2024

The Fruit and Veg Man signs up first female franchisee

The Fruit and Veg Man, a fruit and vegetable grocery franchise, has signed Demi King to run their Northamptonshire franchise. “I’m thrilled to introduce our very first female franchise, Demi King,” commented Sanjay Roy, Founder of the Fruit and Veg Man. "Her dedication and drive have been nothing short of extraordinary, and I have no doubt she’ll succeed in whatever she sets her mind to. We’re incredibly lucky to have her.”

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08-November-2024

Winners named in the 35th BFA HSBC UK British Franchise Awards

 The winners have been named in the 35th annual BFA HSBC UK British Franchise Awards. Held at the Telford International Centre, Shropshire, the awards followed the association’s annual conference sponsored by Citation and Evolve, with The Diary of a CEO’s Steven Bartlett as the headline speaker. The finalists and winners in the BFA HSBC UK British Franchise Awards 2024 are:

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07-November-2024

Auntie Anne's to open at Festival Place

A new pretzel shop is opening at Festival Place with the freshly baked American treats made in front of customers. Auntie Anne’s is opening a kiosk in the centre next Saturday, November 9, with freebies to celebrate its launch.

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06-November-2024

The Alternative Board expands services to Leeds business community

The Alternative Board (TAB) franchise is broadening its services to business leaders in Central Leeds.

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06-November-2024

Franchise Brands delighted with HSBC initiative to support women in business

Franchise Brands (Metro Rod, Metro Plumb and Filta UK) which operates in a predominately male industry, is delighted to support HSBC’s new £250 million Women’s Business Growth Initiative.

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06-November-2024

Hemel Hempstead Pilot Scores Big: From Trial Run to Full Soccer Shooters Franchisee

Soccer Shooters is thrilled to announce that our Hemel Hempstead pilot operator, Ket Mistry, is so delighted with his experience that he’s transforming his trial franchise into a fully-fledged Soccer Shooters operation! After 18 months of incredible progress and support, he’s decided to take his journey with Soccer Shooters to the next level, and we couldn’t be more excited. Here’s what he had to say about the journey:

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06-November-2024

Kickstart Your Future: Join Soccer Shooters with 25% Off License Fee for Early Starters

Are you passionate about youth sports and looking to run a business that promotes fitness, well being,  teamwork, and skill-building? Soccer Shooters is thrilled to welcome motivated individuals into our expanding franchise network. To support people who are eager to join us on this journey, we’re delighted to offer an exclusive 25% discount on the licence fee for early sign-ups!

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06-November-2024

Yole shortlisted for prestigious QSR award

Yolé has been shortlisted as a finalist for the inaugural British QSR Franchise Awards 2024 in the prestigious category of Global QSR Brand of the Year, for our amazing ZERO DAIRY, ZERO SUGAR added ice cream.

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