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Theatre school welcomes new franchisees despite a global pandemic
With more than twenty years’ experience behind them, a Dragons’ Den backed theatre school franchise is delighted to announce...
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Being a ‘pilot franchisee’ – what are the advantages and considerations?
We are currently looking for four great individuals to join My Window Cleaner, each as a pilot franchisee. But what does being a pilot...
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Franchise Meaning in Business: Things You Must Know Before Becoming an Entrepreneur
If you are thinking about taking the plunge into entrepreneurship, you are likely to stumble across the term franchise at some point. Even though it...
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Driver Hire Making Moves In The Midlans
Driver Hire, the 2019 bfa HSBC ‘Franchisor of the Year', recently completed the re-sales of three well established recruitment franchises in the Midlands. Paul Crossley...
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Helen Venables On How Colour Stopped Her Depression
Discovering what colours and styles suited Helen Venables was a pivotal moment for her, helping her to breakthrough and recover from post-natal depression and...
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Wirral retail magnate cleans up high street with new Bright & Beautiful business
With over 35 years of experience managing multinational British retail chains, Wirral born and bred David Harrison has swapped life on the high street...
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David Abbott, The Alternative Board (TAB) – Thames Valley West
David Abbot is logical, systematic and likes to ensure he has all the facts so he can think things through before he makes decisions. He has been with TAB since January 2017 and currently...
Cleaning Franchises
Fantastic Services among the Top 25 franchises in the UK
Fantastic Services took the 23rd place for TOP UK franchises after Franchise Direct has published its yearly ranking that examines hundreds of brands across...
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TaxAssist Accountants re-energises Buy Local campaign
TaxAssist is championing a Buy Local campaign to help business communities thrive by encouraging consumers and local businesses to come together and support each...
Business Franchises
A VeriSmart Franchise for the Private Rented Sector
In this current time of the worldwide pandemic and housing sales in the UK diminished, the rented housing market thrives with a 22% growth...
Courier & Delivery Franchises
Supporting our customers to meet new demands
As small businesses have needed to adapt how they operate or change what they supply throughout the UK’s lockdown, one InXpress franchisee went the...
Health & Beauty Franchises
Increased Demand for Foot Care
There is an increased demand for foot care, with the NHS providing only 5% of all foot care treatments and diabetes on the rise,...
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Turtle Tots Announces New Partnership with Aquaphobia
Turtle Tots is delighted to have formed a new partnership with ALP – Aquaphobia Learning Programme.
Many of the parents...
What Makes Premier Education So Unique?
One thing which makes Premier Education so unique is our affiliation with sporting National Governing Bodies. These partnerships benefit...
Cheltenham businesswoman swaps Dubai life to launch new eco-friendly housekeeping business
Building on from her 15 year career in Dubai, local Cheltenham businesswoman Claire Alves has swapped her life in...
Not your typical discovery day…
At Kare Plus, we love to throw open our doors to aspiring franchise owners. Discovery days are a regular...
Betterclean Services York are very happy to announce they’ve won their largest school contract to date!
Adding to the 11 schools already under contract in York and North Yorkshire, Betterclean Services York have won their...
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Successful Dragons’ Den backed business launches new franchise
A brand-new business offering has just launched from a BBC Dragons' Den backed franchise, to appeal to those looking for a part-time enterprise. Perhaps you...
Friends for Pets
Friends For Pets Franchisee Celebrates Successful First Year of Trading
In January 2019, Vicki Morris took on the 12th branch of Friends for Pets, the UK's most animal welfare orientated Pet Franchise. Before buying...
Cleaning Franchises
What an end to a first year!
When a new business ends its first trading year on such a high, you know that year two is going to be even better! A...
Radfield Home Care
Another major franchise award shortlisting for Radfield Home Care
For the second year running, Radfield Home Care has been shortlisted for Best Franchisee Marketing Support at the Franchise Marketing Awards. Recently crowned Emerging Franchisor...
Dallas Chicken & Ribs
Dallas Chicken and Ribs Franchise 2019
Dallas Chicken now in its 24th Year of operating, is a recognised nationwide fast food brand specialising in fried chicken, grilled chicken, burgers, ribs...
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Theatre school welcomes new franchisees despite a global pandemic
With more than twenty years’ experience behind them, a Dragons’ Den backed theatre school franchise is delighted to announce a number of new franchisees have completed their training and are ready to open their own theatre school. Even through a global pandemic, the reputation of Razzamataz Theatre Schools has meant that new franchisees have come on board despite COVID-19 and...
Business Franchises
The Alternative Board – Franchise Interview
What was your career background before franchising (including what your job / career was immediately before)
My role immediately before TAB (where I started as a franchisee before I became the franchisor) was Sales & Marketing Director for an SME printing business. I’d done this for 18 months having left the corporate world (I’d worked for Nestle and Diageo for...
Pet Franchises
Two franchisees celebrate 5 years with PetStay
When Linda and Jane joined PetStay back in 2014, they began their journey entering the unknown of where this new adventure was going to take them.
Now 5 years on and having built up their very own successful branches, when it was time to decide to renew their agreement or not, both found the decision an easy one to make!
When...
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The Happy Angel Company – Yvonne Williams – Franchisor Interview
Before becoming a franchisor Yvonne Williams was in estate agency for some 30 years; she took a year off from sales for a job working for a holiday letting company. “My remit was to look after the the owners and the housekeepers of the managed properties, throughout the United Kingdom, in order to ensure that very high standards of housekeeping...
Food Franchises
Simply Takeout – Franchisor Interview Q&A’s
The Simply Takeout franchise and their solution drives new business to their takeout partners on their slow days and provides great value to their consumers. They are now rolling out their unique business model to franchisees across the UK. We spoke with Neil Slinn from Simply Takeout to discuss and answer some of the most frequently asked questions from...
Cleaning Franchises
Time For You – Franchisor Interview
For more than two decades, award-winning Time For You has given many everyday folk the opportunity to change their lives for the better. While...
Franchisor Interviews
Tubz Brands – Franchise Interview
Tubz Brands are the number one tower vending machine franchise company for the UK and Europe, having offices in the UK, the Netherlands and...
Care Franchises
Support Solutions – Franchisor Interview Q&A’s
The Support Solutions business model is about quality and exceptional, bespoke customer service and satisfaction. In our latest Franchisor Interview, we spoke with Cameron...
Cleaning Franchises
Maid2Clean – Franchisor Interviews
For this Franchisor Interview, we spoke with Maid2Clean, to get a deeper insight into what makes the business a great option to choose for...
Childrens Franchises
Razzamataz – Franchisor Interviews
In our latest Franchisor Interview, we spoke with Denise Hutton-Gosney, MD and Founder of Razzamataz Theatre Schools, to get a deeper insight into what...
Cleaning Franchises
ServiceMaster Clean – Franchise Interview
ServiceMaster Clean® is the leading franchise opportunity in the commercial cleaning, residential and restoration industries. They are a member of the ServiceMaster Family of...
Consultancy Franchises
Extra Help – Franchisor Interviews
For this Franchisor Interview, we spoke with Claire Robinson, Managing Director at Extra Help, to get a deeper insight into what makes the business...
Care Franchise News
Heritage Healthcare Cardiff wins ‘Homecare Services Employer of the Year’
Heritage Healthcare Franchising Limited is celebrating the fantastic news of its Cardiff office winning ‘Homecare Services Employer of the Year’ at the Cardiff and...
Tezlom celebrates Companies That Care Day following company rebrand
Healthcare recruitment business Tezlom has celebrated Companies That Care Day (18 March 2020) following a five-figure makeover of its Bradford franchise. The franchise, which has...
Weekly Podcasts by PerCurra Founder to Guide and Reassure Staff
Throughout the Coronavirus lockdown, PerCurra founder and Managing Director Gill Heppell has been updating and reassuring our homecare teams via weekly podcasts uploaded to...
Right at Home is awarded national 5* Employer status for second consecutive year
Leading UK homecare provider Right at Home has been awarded national 5* Employer status across its network of 60+ locally owned and operated offices.
The business...
Discover Kare Plus Franchising From The Comfort Of Your Own Home
Following the success of the last discovery-e day which was hosted on the 30th April, Kare Plus is delighted to offer a further discovery-e...
Radfield Home Care Experiences Peak in Demand
Radfield Home Care franchise partners have been delivering all-time-high levels of care services during recent weeks, highlighting the demand for at-home care during the...
Seniors Helping Seniors signed up to UnLtd Impact Fund to help provide 3,000 UK jobs for the labour market in 2020.
“We are driving new standards in elderly care and local employment for people. The people we have met campaigning for better care are outstanding,...
Kare Plus Secures Renewed Contract With The Priory
Kare Plus is delighted to announce that in recent weeks they secured an ongoing relationship with the Priory for a further two years. As a...
Pet Franchise News
Supporting Our Local Communities – OSCAR Pet Foods
As we all work together to stay safe and alert, OSCAR's nationwide network of Local Nutritional Advisors are on hand to deliver essential services...
Changing World – Oscar Contactless Delivery
Over the past few months, the world has changed beyond recognition. Words such as self-isolating, social distancing and lockdown have become part of our...
Franchising Provides a Great Opportunity For Women In Business
International Women's day is celebrated annually on 8th March and this year's campaign theme is "An equal world is an enabled world" #EachforEqual #IWD2020. There...
Practising Mindfulness for Dogs is Pawfect for Pet Parents
The benefits of practising mindfulness have been well documented for humans but today's pet parents believe that it could also have a positive effect...
Happy 20th Anniversary – Tom Cartmale
Tom Cartmale celebrates his 20th Anniversary with OSCAR Pet Foods and looks back at the best thing he has ever done! Wondering where twenty years has...
PetStay – Meet the Family!
At PetStay, we couldn't be any more excited to start 2020 with lots of new enquiries from people looking for their next career. We...
Business Franchise News
Recognition Express NHS Teddy Bear Initiative to Raise Funds for Local NHS Charities
The brightly coloured rainbow has become synonymous with gratitude for the NHS and carers during the Covid-19 pandemic. In years to come, like the...
Social Media Marketing Changed This Business.
Zedcomms are a leading business development consultancy specialising in Website Design and Internet Marketing along with onsite training and ongoing mentor support.
BJ Upholstery based...
Get Ahead VA Berkshire and North Hampshire franchise celebrates its first year in business
Suzanne Cox and Kristy Roff are celebrating the first birthday of their Get Ahead VA Berkshire and North Hampshire franchise.
It has certainly been a...
What I miss about my old ‘working life’
I used to work for a large firm of accountants in London. Here’s what I miss about those days.
I miss the super early starts;...
Business Networking Founder ‘Mel Fisher’ endorses the contribution of social media in the development of a good business.
An interview with the former Home and Education Secretary, David Blunket commenting on the passing of Nelson Mandela on ChatPolitics was very informative. As...
Online networking is a life-line for small businesses
At a time when the economy is struggling, small business owners are turning to online networking to build meaningful connections, raise their profile and...
Lucrative nationwide Christmas contract awarded to Inleaf
Interior landscaping franchise Inleaf have won the contract to install Christmas trees and festive decorations in client offices across the UK. The blue-chip client awarded...
Simplified Marketing | Franchising with Nigel Toplis
John and Georgia speak to Nigel Toplis of The Bardon Group (theBardonGroup.co.uk) about the opportunities provided by franchising.
The Bardon Group operate several franchises including...
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Access4Lofts Appoint First Franchise Operations Director
As part of their ongoing commitment to strengthening their network, Access4Lofts Loft Storage Franchise have appointed a franchise operations director with effect from 1st...
No Letting Go continues training academy through COVID-19
With a number of new franchisees committed to setting up their business, but with training booked during COVID 19 lockdown, things were looking uncertain...
The Kleaning Company Open New Birmingham Branch During Lockdown
During the COVID-19 lock-down essential service provider and franchisor, The Kleaning Company (TKC) have worked hard to make sure everyone is safe and that...
Continuing a legacy
After working for more than 19 years in Durham Constabulary, Nicola Marinan was given the opportunity of a lifetime. A close family friend, Elizabeth...
Dusting off after redundancy to build a business that shines
Rob Piper is a self-confessed people-person. For almost two decades, his natural flair for communication, employee engagement and customer service saw him excel within...
Keeping it in the family
Poppies has been part of Kate Lawson’s life for as long as she can remember. As a youngster, she recalls going to her mother’s...
Everything you thought you knew about your business before coronavirus is fiction
From his home in Bulgaria, locked down with his wife and baby, entrepreneur Rune Sovndahl considers the brutal and dizzyingly commercial impact of COVID-19....
Reopening Your Business after Lockdown in the UK
With the new phased plan of unlocking the UK economy, which has been recently announced by the British government, businesses are getting into reopening...
Refresh Renovations Opens in Brighton & Worthing
Refresh Renovations is proud to announce our arrival in Brighton & Worthing, East Sussex, with renovation specialists Roger Kinsman and Tracy Kinsman.
Roger has...
Simply Takeouts Solution To COVID19
We have been busy during the lockdown.
In fact, we’ve evolved our technology to create a whole new solution for Restaurants and Pubs so they...
Veeno to donate 10% of profit from every online wine sale to NHS
Italian wine bar business Veeno is donating 10% of profit from every online wine sale to the NHS.
The company has also encouraged its furloughed staff to...
Veeno – keeping staff key to regaining momentum
Rodrigue Trouillet, owner and director of Italian wine bar business Veeno, has told Propel staff will be key in the company’s attempts to regain the...
