A Fastsigns franchisee in Georgia, US, has been helping out her local hospital by creating disposable gowns. The has been helping produce PPE, such as social distancing materials, plexiglass face shields and dividers, throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ever wanted to summon pretzels just by reclining your chair? Well, Auntie Anne’s has created a product that could be your dream come true. The ‘Recline-To-Dine’ chair can connect to the mobile ordering app.
Former primary school teacher Claire is the newest franchisee to launch her very own business with Popcat’s Music Time. The was delighted to welcome Claire on board in late July and the new franchisee will be launching classes in the Neston area of Wirral in September.
A former assistant at Kumon in Waipahu, Hawaii hopes to inspire others with her new education franchise business. Kumon is a multinational educational institution with a huge global presence. The has been using the Kumon Method in its practice for over 50 years and in over 49 countries.
ComputerXplorers is giving kids a chance to learn and have fun safely with its virtual and in-person summer camps. As most children haven’t been able to see friends or get learning for a while, the has launched a series of fun programmes designed to get kids engaging with technology.
Entrepreneurs Circle has impressed its clients and now has a sparkling selection of positive reviews encouraging other business owners to use its services. Clients of the weren’t reluctant to say just how much they love its service.
Always wanted to help people design the kitchen, bedroom and bathroom of their dreams? Raison Home could be the ideal opportunity for you. This innovative helps its clients pick out the ideal home design and décor for their tastes and needs.
Homeclean is on the lookout for savvy investors to take the business to new UK locations. The has been up and running for more than 35 years, so it has lots of industry tips and tricks to share with franchisees who come on board.
The franchisee behind the Sheffield (Broomhill and Crookes) branch of Nicholas Humphreys estate agency has given his thoughts on joining the thriving franchise. Nicholas Lambrou has been running his branch for over two years now.
Inleaf has worked its green magic at the Tilemaster Adhesives head office in Leyland, Lancashire. The creative decorators were tasked with adding some greenery the newly refurbished space.
Subway’s UK locations are taking part in the ‘Eat Out to Help Out’ scheme, meaning its customers who are happy to eat in can snap up some tasty discounts.
Heritage Healthcare is one of six home care franchises that have teamed up to call for a change to the sector’s VAT status. Currently, goods and services offered by the care companies are exempt from VAT, meaning providers don’t charge any VAT on their services.
SportsCool will be welcoming new members of the team to its network with a fun and informative two-day development seminar. The event, which is scheduled to take place at the end of August, will be part training, part social occasion, as new team members are shown ‘the SportsCool way’ of operating.
TaxAssist Accountants is making it easier for business owners to get to grips with tax matters through its series of informative webinars. Whether you’re a sole trader, business owner or in a partnership, it can be tricky to know how to operate in a tax-efficient and compliant way.
Bartercard has announced that it will be sponsoring West Ham United Women during the upcoming football season. The logo will appear on players’ socks, promoting the exciting brand to all of the club’s fans.
Really Awesome Coffee Managing Director, Kevin Haswell, was invited to speak to BBC Coventry & Warwickshire Radio (CWR) about his experience of starting a business following a recession. Rewind ten years and economic conditions were challenging for budding entrepreneurs across the country.
Signs Express has put together a list of its 12 tips for keeping your fresh van sign in tip-top condition. The knows that, if you’ve paid good money to have its quality graphics installed on your van, you’ll want to keep it looking fresh for as long as possible.
Metro Rod has made it easier for a community garden to grow with a simple new installation. Stobhill Links, a charity based close to the Morpeth office, contacted Metro Rod earlier this year. It was running a community garden in the local area but was struggling to keep it watered.
Minuteman Press Bath has joined the international ‘Bounce Back’ initiative to help businesses get back on their feet. The set up a free community website, Bounce Back Bath and NE Somerset, where businesses could promote themselves for free.
Many of Kumon’s centres in the US are offering free registration until October 15th to help kids get back to school. The discount is designed to help learners readjust to a proper learning routine with confidence, after being out of school for six months in many cases.
# ChipsAway has seen unprecedented demand for its services following the easing of the UK’s lockdown. Over the course of July, the saw a 10% year-on-year increase in customer leads, making it the most successful new business month in ChipsAway’s history.
A Century 21 franchisee in New Zealand has explained how a little creativity has allowed her to operate despite the reintroduction of lockdown measures.
Water Babies has stepped in to help with a local school’s pool clean-up after it was the victim of costly vandalism. The was one of the first local businesses to offer its assistance after the attack on Witney Community Primary School was discovered on August 3rd.
Really Awesome Coffee is looking back on a decade of delicious coffee deliveries. The , with its eye-catching pink and black branding, has built up a significant customer base over time.
Swimtime is using its technology resources to monitor activity within the business and support the NHS Track and Trace scheme. Swimtime considers itself to be a socially responsible brand, so when the opportunity to support work by the NHS cropped up, it was quick to help out.
Newport franchisee Lee Taylor is supporting his local economy with Minuteman Press’s ‘Bounce Back Newport’ scheme. The international initiative was started by the to help local communities recover from the devastating impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Franchisee Toni Hibbert has been able to use her background in marketing to succeed as the boss of her own Bright & Beautiful business. She had enjoyed a good career in the health and holistic products world but was growing tired of spending her days working for someone else.
and interior decorating specialist Schmidt explained how its franchisees are ready to help remote workers revamp their office spaces. With so many more of us now embracing remote working as a long-term option, people across the country are investing in revamping their home offices.
# Chris Rocker, the man behind the UK’s fastest-growing independent retail shutter company and franchise, has shared the story of how he built his thriving business.
SportsCool has been basking in praise from its franchisees following a fun and informative training day. Seminars were held to bring new franchisees on board with the sports franchise’s methods and to give them a chance to ask any questions before setting up for business.
Mr Simms Olde Sweet Shoppe has delighted Reading customers with sweet-tooths with its brand-new store. The new sweet shop was launched in Reading, where customers with a sweet tooth were excited about the news.
# The new SportsCool franchisees were full of praise for their recent training day. SportsCool recently held a training day to help its new get franchisees to grips with its business operations.
The Wheel Specialist is on the lookout for new investors to take the franchise to new territories, following impressive post-lockdown sales. The has been pleasantly surprised to see a significant rise in customer enquiries since the network re-opened in July.
# # Bright & Beautiful franchisee Sarah took redundancy as her chance to become a business owner. The ambitious entrepreneur lost her job when the recession hit but saw it as an opportunity to launch a business.
Subway has shaken up its offering with the addition of a brand-new menu, plus three delicious food options. Fans of the popular Subway will be excited to find out about its latest changes. The international food chain has introduced its Real Deal saver menu with options starting at 99p.
A Minuteman Press franchise unit in Arizona has been making sure local graduates’ achievements are being celebrated. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, business partners Tracie and Glenn Hansen had only been operating their Minuteman Press branch in Falstaff, Arizona for around 18 months.
A Newport branch of Subway has opened its doors to the public again after a shiny new refit. The location has been serving up Subway’s famous customisable meal options for 16 years.
Security franchise Jackson Fire and Security gives a rundown of the involvement head office has with its franchisees. Jackson Fire and Security is a that offers fire alarm solutions, a range of fire extinguishers, emergency lighting and fire risk assessments.
Bartercard has announced a new sponsorship deal with Morecambe Football Club. The has joined forces with Morecambe FC to support the local team and promote its brand. The deal will last three years, until the end of the 2022/23 season.