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Dunkin’ Donuts launches ‘store of the future’
Dunkin’ Donuts has unveiled its latest franchise location as part of its brand-new ‘store of the future’ experience. The doughnut franchise unit is based in College Station in Texas, and will open from 5am to 11pm every day after its launch today. Its design presents a reimagining of the classic Dunkin’ Donuts branding with atmospheric [...]
Dunkin' Donuts - News published on 23/11/2020Latest News from The Kleaning Company
October was another busy month for TKC, thankfully. Work is now well underway at one of our largest ever projects Oaklands House for Vistry Partnerships. This is London's largest regeneration project since the Olympics. Work is also well underway at Kensington Row for St Edwards, Berkeley Homes. Despite lockdown 2.0 retailers are still actively refurbishing or building [...]
The Kleaning Company - News published on 23/11/2020Full Circle Funerals director creates Covid-19 support guide
Full Circle Funerals’ director, Sarah Jones, has gathered insight from over 60 industry professionals to create a care handbook. It’s been a challenging year for many businesses, but those in the funeral sector have been forced to make substantial changes to the way they operate. Sarah decided to use her contacts to build up a bank of useful advice on [...]
Full Circle Funerals Partners - News published on 23/11/2020Bright & Beautiful Sheffield franchisee sees success
A Bright & Beautiful investor was inspired to start a cleaning business while working as a hotelier. When Ben Ward celebrated the birth of his daughter last January, he had over 10 years of experience in the hospitality. At a pivotal time in his life, he took the decision to launch a cleaning business with Bright & Beautiful, taking advantage of the [...]
Bright & Beautiful - News published on 22/11/2020Subway launches Gamer SOS campaign
Subway has launched a campaign to provide several lucky gamers the chance to win a free sub sandwich. According to a recent study, 40 percent of 16-30 year olds say they’re obsessed with gaming. In fact, one in 10 admit to skipping work to continue playing. Shockingly, more than half say they often forget to eat while using their consoles, with nine percent [...]
Subway® - News published on 22/11/2020TaxAssist Accountants helps customers shop small
TaxAssist Accountants has released a guide to shine a light on ways we can all support local business this Christmas. With ‘Small Business Saturday’ just two weeks away, the bookkeeping and accounting franchise is encouraging readers to buy local. The annual celebration aims to boost sales and provide vital support to small business owners, but there [...]
TaxAssist Accountants - News published on 21/11/2020The Christmas Decorators Cheshire adapts to changing demand
The Christmas Decorators’ Cheshire branch has adapted its operations for the 2020 festive season, in light of the Covid-19 pandemic. The interior decorating franchise unit has noticed a 50 percent increase in demand for its services this year. While work among commercial clients is quieter this year, the business has made up its profits by adapting to cater [...]
Christmas Decorators - News published on 21/11/2020SportsCool franchisees shares her story
One of SportsCool’s longest-serving franchisees has revealed more about her journey as a franchise investor. Former secondary school teacher Louise Crabtree chose to make the leap into entrepreneurship while on maternity leave. When a friend told her about the sports franchise opportunity, she was impressed and decided to find out more. “The [...]
SportsCool - News published on 20/11/2020The Surge in Property Sales & Lettings, Provides an...
More House Sales + More Lettings = More Signs! The news has been rife over the past weeks, and even months, highlighting the success of the property sector during the pandemic. For Countrywide Signs, a business that is inextricably linked to the property industry, its network has been appreciating the knock-on effect. The surge in house sales and lettings means busy [...]
Countrywide Signs - News published on 20/11/2020Fastsigns CFO wins prestigious award
Fastsigns’ CFO has been named Midsize Private Company CFO of the Year by D CEO Magazine. Ronald K. Herbert was recognised in the prestigious Financial Executives Awards, which include a number of different categories to celebrate the successes of Dallas-Fort Worth’s best finance executives. The event was held in partnership with the Association for [...]
FASTSIGNS - News published on 20/11/2020Minuteman Press franchisee acquires independent business
A Minuteman Press franchisee in Pennsylvania has acquired an independent printing business and moved location. Jarrett Giegel and his family have been running their Minuteman Press franchise unit since 2004, but they’ve now grown their operations by taking on Greentree Printing and Sign in the Green Tree suburb of Pittsburgh. Having moved to the area [...]
Minuteman Press - News published on 19/11/2020Heritage Healthcare appoints three new franchisees
Heritage Healthcare has introduced three new franchisees to its network and made the most of the benefits offered by virtual training sessions. The care franchise, which has been welcoming investors since 2013, has seen the successful launch of three brand-new branches. The first to open its doors was Heritage Healthcare Harrow, in July. It’s director, [...]
Heritage Healthcare - News published on 19/11/2020Signs Express franchisee invests in new machinery
A Signs Express franchisee in Nottingham has invested in a brand-new Epson SureColor SC-S80600 to create 1.55m-wide prints. The sign franchise branch made the purchase back in July, after the workshop and fabrications manager Mikey Walker noticed growing demand for larger products among customers. He explained, “Our previous Roland VersaCamm VS-540 [...]
Signs Express - News published on 18/11/2020Trulawn offers high-value business opportunity
Trulawn is on the lookout for new investors as it announces its future franchisees can build an asset worth £1 million. The management franchise, which specialises in providing high-quality artificial grass, has demonstrated just how lucrative its UK branches can be. By following an “aggressive growth strategy formulated to replicate the journey taken [...]
Trulawn Artificial Grass - News published on 18/11/2020Endura Roses unfurls its franchise opportunity
Endura Roses has joined the Point Franchise network to find new investors looking to become part of a unique business. The florist franchise specialises in beautifully preserved flowers, bouquets and centrepieces. It provides an innovative solution for people who love having a fresh bunch in their home, but hate seeing it slowly wilt away. Using [...]
Endura Roses - News published on 17/11/20209Round Air Force Veteran franchisee tells his story
An Air Force veteran who invested in the 9Round franchise has explained how he found the motivation to keep pushing forward through the pandemic. Tony Blankenship launched his 9Round gym franchise unit in February this year, after becoming bored with a career in tech sales. It’s based in Nebraska, where he previously served in the military at Offutt Air Force [...]
9Round - News published on 17/11/2020PlumbProud joins Point Franchise’s business network
PlumbProud has opened up its franchise opportunity to find new investors here at Point Franchise. The plumbing franchise has grown out of the franchisor’s own Northampton-based business, and has been up and running for six years. Now, it generates £2 million in revenue every year, so it has great potential for investors. This year, it won Plumbing & [...]
PlumbProud - News published on 16/11/2020Nicholas Humphreys reveals tenant priorities
Nicholas Humphreys Estate Agent has researched the factors prospective tenants look for in a new home. Nicholas Humphreys receives phone calls several times a week from investors based in Sheffield who need advice on HMO rentals for professional tenants. So, the property and estate agency franchise has put together a guide to help them. According to the estate [...]
Nicholas Humphreys Estate Agent - News published on 15/11/2020Subway launches its 2020 Christmas menu
Subway has exciting news for fans - it’s introduced its exclusive menu for the 2020 Christmas season. Sandwich fans have reason to celebrate, as Subway has revealed which festive food favourites it’ll be rolling out across its stores in the coming months. The new additions are not only winter warmers, ideal for those seeking comfort food, but they [...]
Subway® - News published on 15/11/2020Auntie Anne’s appoints multi-unit franchisee in Taiwan
Auntie Anne’s has just signed a deal to launch 27 new franchise locations in Taiwan. The takeaway franchise, which sells sweet and savoury American-style soft pretzels, has partnered with IndulgeEAT Ltd, a subsidiary of one of Taiwan’s biggest sports clothing retailers. As part of a multi-unit agreement with Auntie Anne’s, the brand will open [...]
Auntie Anne's - News published on 14/11/2020SportsCool franchisee gives insight into his day
A SportsCool franchisee has described his first few years at the franchise and plans for the future. Sam Skidmore was working as a coach at the sports franchise’s head office when he discovered an opportunity to buy one of its nearby business units. Since 2017, he’s been managing the SportsCool branch covering Bolton and Wigan. He gave prospective [...]
SportsCool - News published on 13/11/2020Schmidt sales rise amid home improvement boom
Schmidt is looking for new franchisees to help grow the business after celebrating a huge boost in revenue. As we spend more time in our homes, it’s only natural we review our surroundings and decide to get started with improvement projects. Companies like Schmidt are there to help, as the kitchen franchise’s UK Expansion Manager, Rosalyn Hastings, [...]
Schmidt - News published on 13/11/2020Recognition Express parent group announces board changes
Recognition Express’s parent company, The Bardon Group, has made changes to its board. Managing Director Nigel Toplis has taken the decision to step back from his role at B2B franchise Recognition Express, and instead become Non-Executive Chairman. After 18 years leading the business, he’s handing over his responsibilities to the current Operations [...]
Recognition Express - News published on 12/11/2020TaxAssist Accountants launches virtual training course
TaxAssist Accountants has taken its franchisee training programme online with the help of video technology. The original scheme, which spanned six weeks, has been reorganised into a four-week virtual course. Six new investors have benefitted from it and completed their induction. Samantha Skyring, the bookkeeping and accounting franchise’s Senior [...]
TaxAssist Accountants - News published on 11/11/2020Signs Express teams up with Peugeot
Signs Express is working with Peugeot on an exciting deal for van customers. The sign franchise will be lending its services to French car manufacturer Peugeot to help entrepreneurs promote their businesses. As part of a month-long offer, any company buying a van from the retailer during November will have the chance to get it branded free of charge. Signs [...]
Signs Express - News published on 11/11/2020Shuttercraft gains full BFA membership
Shuttercraft is delighted to announce it is now a fully accredited member of the British Franchise Association. The management franchise, which has been selling and installing high-quality interior plantation shutters since 2002, has gained recognition from one of the franchise industry’s biggest governing bodies. The British Franchise Association (BFA) [...]
Shuttercraft - News published on 10/11/2020Revive! franchisee prepares for business success
Revive!’s latest franchisee took eight months to review his investment options, before choosing to join the car business. Ian Scott is now the proud owner of Revive! Glasgow, having been drawn to the franchise’s “culture, ethos and value”. He explained, “There’s a real team there with openness, trust and transparency, and [...]
Revive! Auto Innovations - News published on 10/11/2020Fastsigns continues Southern England expansion
Fastsigns has introduced two new franchisees into its network, who have launched branches in the South of England. The new sign franchises will be based in Brighton and St Albans and will bring the total number of Fastsigns units to 24. Lekan Animashaun will run the 209-square-metre Brighton centre, which opened its doors in September and employs three staff [...]
FASTSIGNS - News published on 09/11/2020Sportscool provides half-term activity sessions
Sportscool ran a series of extracurricular sports sessions to children across the North West of England during the October half term, thanks to funding from KAYS Traffic Management. The family-run business, which specialises in road markings, specialist surfaces and event management, helped local children access fun activities while school was out. At a time when [...]
SportsCool - News published on 09/11/2020Trulawn reveals its fantastic investment opportunity
Trulawn is on the lookout for enthusiastic entrepreneurs who would like to join the profitable artificial grass sector. When Ian Parry and Ritchie Stuart first decided to go into business together, they were avid golfers and intended to install putting greens into home gardens. But within three years, they’d expanded into the lucrative artificial lawn [...]
Trulawn Artificial Grass - News published on 08/11/2020