Franchising details
When you join Activ, you are not simply starting a business. You become part of a nationally growing brand with a reputation built since 2008 and strengthened through every franchise partner who represents it.
Our culture is simple.
● We share
● We learn
● We are stronger together
Every Branch Director contributes to the knowledge, experience and innovation of the network. Best practice travels quickly. Success is replicated. Challenges are solved collectively.
This means clients receive the confidence of national capability, while you benefit from the power of a community that wants you to win. Independence remains. Isolation disappears.
What exactly is Solo Power®, and what does it look and feel like in practice?
A business in a box
Joining Activ as a franchisee - or Branch Director - means stepping into a proven framework designed to let you perform as an all encompassing marketing partner to clients from day one. You gain the systems, people, infrastructure and defined ways of working required to deliver a full-service marketing solution, while staying proudly independent.
It’s the middle ground alternative to operating solo with all the gaps, or recruiting a team and building a brand of your own.
Here’s what that looks like in practice:
- Full marketing team capacity - Deliver a full suite of services to a larger client base - all within the security of defined pricing, digital contracts and onboarding automation. Expand what you can offer, lift your ceiling, and focus your time where you create the most value.
- Build multiple revenue streams - Offer a bespoke service level to clients, growing with their business and budget - because your business is vulnerable when you sell time for money and rely on just a handful of clients.
- Proven systems that win back time - Operate inside established, repeatable methods powered by a bespoke CRM, collaboration hub, ticketing system and delegation structure. The chaos of freelancing is replaced with clarity.
- A digital employee: Kora - Your AI-powered Activ employee, trained in marketing and Activ’s ways of working. Kora increases capacity, supports planning and delivery, and helps you scale smarter - without hiring.
- Training and ongoing support - Develop new services and strengthen your expertise through an on-demand learning environment, national guidance and a community that ensures no one builds alone.
By joining Activ, your Solo Power® is amplified transforming individual talent into a business that works for your life, and delivers for your clients.
Multiple ways to get started
Activ Marketing provides two routes into our franchise, allowing marketers to build in the way that best matches their ambitions.
Location Model
Become the go-to plug-in marketing branch director within an exclusive territory. Launch with structured training, defined methods and national credibility behind you, giving you the platform to build visibility, long-term relationships and predictable recurring revenue.
Why this route: Ideal for those who want a protected area, strong local presence and a clear, proven pathway to growth.
Consultant Model
Already have momentum and a client base? Or maybe you want to build your personal brand? Elevate or rebrand your business within the Activ framework, gaining greater infrastructure, capacity and authority while continuing to nurture the relationships you’ve built.
Why this route: Perfect for experienced employed marketers as a first step to self employment, or freelancers ready to scale smarter. Increase capability and build a robust business without starting over.
If you’re already set up but not sure where you fit, get in touch and we can talk through your individual situation, goals and what your future could look like with Activ.
Your model, your clients
Who you work with remains your choice. Whether you prefer a defined niche or enjoy supporting organisations across multiple sectors, the Activ framework flexes around you.
Branch Directors are equipped to serve businesses across industries - from SMEs to larger enterprises via our tiered service approach - operating as trusted plug-in marketing directors backed by national strength, systems and specialist support.
Franchise costs and details
Training and support
The comprehensive Activ franchise training package includes an initial 3-day products, strategies and software course. Don’t worry if you’re not a technical expert; the software that you’ll receive can be operated with basic computer skills. You’ll learn how to design websites and find out more about evolving SEO strategies.
What’s more, if you feel that your skills are better suited to getting clients on board to develop and grow your franchise, an in-house web design team can take care of the technical side of your business.
You’ll get to learn from the best too. Once you’ve completed your initial training, you’ll be supported by an existing successful franchisee for three months through a mentor relationship.
You can also take advantage of regular ongoing training sessions as and when you need them, either face-to-face or online - you choose.
As well as learning how to operate your web design business, you’ll also receive extensive training on how to promote and grow your franchise. You’ll receive sales and marketing training on all aspects of products and strategies throughout the whole of your franchising journey.
Case studies
Franchisee success stories
“Franchising has enabled my husband and I to reach a much larger customer base than we could have alone. It’s given us the support we needed while reassuring clients that, although we’re a small local business offering personal service, we have the backing of Activ marketing’s national network.”
- Lisa Smith - Activ Marketing North Essex, 16 years
“Franchising with Activ has given me the freedom to achieve a better work-life balance while growing my business at my own pace. With ongoing support, new products and services, and training to help me sell, deliver, and succeed, I’ve been able to develop my business with confidence.”
- Mark Rouvray - Activ Marketing Kingston, 17 years
“Franchising has allowed me to build a rewarding new chapter in my career. Over the past year, I’ve grown a thriving business supporting 20+ clients, helping them simplify and strengthen their marketing. It’s given me the freedom to do what I love while making a real impact.”
- Lou Eddy - Activ Marketing Basingstoke, 2 year
