The past six months have been difficult for franchises up and down the country, but those in the best position all have one thing in common – excellent customer service.
9Round has partnered with Sunny Days Entertainment to create its own line of boxing gloves. The ’s US division is helping to add an element of fun to everyone’s at-home exercise regimes. It’s paired up with Sunny Days Entertainment, a leading supplier, distributor and manufacturer of branded toys.
Business Partnership has added to its network with a new regional franchisee, who decided to start his own business when he lost his job. Simon Fraser worked as a business broker for many years, but had always harboured the ambition to take control of his career by becoming his own boss.
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.
Christmas Decorators brought sparkle and joy to a Thames Hospice in Windsor with a very festive set-up. The has helped the local organisation celebrate the Christmas season with a selection of eye-catching illuminated displays.
A school teacher has described the process of becoming a franchisee with Kumon. Matthew Foster worked as a special education teacher in Kentucky for many years before becoming an assistant headteacher, a role he held for almost a decade.
Gaming fans are in for a treat with Subway’s latest marketing initiative, called Sink A Sub. The , which has more than 43,000 stores worldwide, has launched a fun gaming experience for its customers in Australia and New Zealand.
Snappy Tomato Pizza is set to open a brand new franchise unit in Leicester as part of a wider expansion plan. Local entrepreneurs Vishal Raikundalia and Himesh Kataria plan to open their unit on Wednesday 11th November.
Vending machine franchise Tubz has been listed as a finalist for a prestigious Franchisor of the Year award. The business has been recognised as part of the Approved Franchise Association’s annual prize-giving ceremony.
Entrepreneurs Circle was forced to make its annual awards ceremony a virtual affair this year. The National Entrepreneurs Awards, which are now in their seventh year, had been postponed since March, but were hosted online last month.
Fastsigns’ CEO has been recognised as one of Franchise Dictionary Magazine’s 50 Women of Wonder for 2020. The award listing was created last year to celebrate inspirational female franchisors who have had a positive influence on their brands, as well as the wider franchise industry.
Minuteman Press’s franchisees for Guelph, Ontario have explained how they were able to keep trading during the Covid-19 pandemic. Jeff Wereley and Karen McArthur, whose unit fit the criteria for being an essential business, were able to keep their doors open during the US lockdown.
Wok&Go has planned an impressive expansion scheme to reach new territories across the UK and internationally. Despite the challenges currently facing the food and hospitality sector, the Asian is pleased to announce it’s taking its brand to new locations.
Century 21 has introduced a new affiliate partner into its network of US franchisees. The has joined forces with mother and daughter duo Layla Boyles and RoseAnn Rosenfeld, who run their family-owned business Monroe Realty Centre.
John Knight =========== Birmingham South, Wolverhampton, West Midlands ============================================== “As an entrepreneur by nature, the Business Partnership is a good fit for me.
Trulawn has just launched a franchise model and is excited to start welcoming savvy investors into the business. The , which sells, installs and maintains artificial grass, works with homeowners, schools, businesses and sports facilities.
Managing Director of Homeclean Scotland West-Mids, Chris Hoey, has revealed how he’s fared since he launched his business in May this year. The businessman’s 200-square-mile territory covers the region of Glasgow and the surrounding areas.
When Inleaf was asked to create a plant installation for space sector recruiters EVONA, it set to work developing a design with maximum impact. The knew its latest project would involve creating a design with a striking, modern look.
Nicholas Humphreys Estate Agent has created a guide to tell landlords how to deal with belongings left in properties by tenants. In the past, landlords have found themselves paying significant compensation awards to tenants after disposing of belongings they believed had been abandoned.
Auntie Anne’s brings back seasonal drink from last year after it proved a hit with customers. Auntie Anne’s is famous for its soft pretzels topped with all sorts of delicious ingredients.
ChipsAway reached its 20,000th Trustpilot review and celebrated the milestone with a generous discount for the customer who wrote it. The decided to make a random act of kindness for the kind customer, offering him £200 off his vehicle repair.
Clara James Tutoring is encouraging would-be entrepreneurs with a passion for helping others to take advantage of its new training opportunities. The has put six new franchisee training courses in the calendar for 2021.
Radfield Home Care has welcomed a new franchisee team, who will launch their business in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Husband and wife, Andrew and Clare Richardson are the latest franchisees to launch a franchise unit under the Radfield Home Care brand.
Subway has decided to shake up its menu ahead of the festive season, introducing new products and menu categories. The Mega Meat sub, Cheesy Pepperoni sub and Flamin’ Hot Doritos are three new additions to the menu, adding a spin on popular favourites to bring more spice and heat.
Ovenclean has experienced its best summer for customer leads yet, as homeowners turn to cleaning during the pandemic. The took almost a third more enquiries from June to September than it did in the same period last year.
A Wiltshire Farm Foods delivery driver from Melton Mowbray is set to star in the franchise’s latest television advert. Brett Barnard, who works for the Loughborough branch of the , will be ‘the face’ of the promotional campaign.
There’s never been a better time to buy into a home improvement franchise, and there’s never been a franchise business opportunity quite like Granite & TREND Transformations! To say that 2020 has been an unusual year is a major understatement.
A Radfield Home Care franchise business based in North Yorkshire is celebrating after winning an Employer of the Year award. The unit, which covers Harrogate, Wetherby and North Yorkshire, was thrilled to be named the top employer in the Harrogate Excellence in Business Awards this month.
Signorini Tartufi has joined forces with Point Franchise to find brand new investors for its concept store business model. The delicatessen and luxury goods retailer was established by Frédéric Dubois Signorini to bring affordable truffle products to the market.
Ex-pub landlord, David Roberts has reinvented his career aged 63. A decision which was unfortunately forced due to Covid-19 lockdown, but one which has given him an opportunity to own his own business with confidence in a time of uncertainty.
Andy Yuill from Croydon only joined the Lockforce network one year ago. But he’s already one of their most reviewed locksmiths – regularly receiving five stars for his professionalism and rapid response.
The Piper pub in Chester has reopened its doors following an investment from Punch Pubs & Co after it temporarily closed in September for a revamp. Manager of Stowford Pub Company, David Cottam, remains at the helm.
Recognition Express has won a contract with The Salvation Army to create a face mask raising awareness of modern slavery. The charitable organisation has enlisted the help of Recognition Express West Scotland to mark World Anti-Slavery Day on 18th October.
Mobile Coffee Blue has said its Wales operations will be staying open during the newly-announced circuit-breaker lockdown. On 19 October 2020, Wales announced a new ‘firebreaker’ lockdown.
Michael Anderson-Brown ====================== Cambridge & Norwich ======================= I became regional partner for the Cambridge and Norwich territory following a 30 year career covering a wide variety of businesses.
Greg Towers =========== South Yorkshire & North Derbyshire & North Nottinghamshire ================================================================== “I’m proud to be the longest standing regional partner in Business Partnership.
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