Minuteman Press has launched a free COVID-19 resource to help the economy recover. To support businesses struggling during the COVID-19 crisis, Minuteman Press has launched its Bounce Back UK scheme.
A Heavenly Desserts branch has launched a competition to find people doing good deeds in the local community. The food and beverage franchise unit, based on Deansgate Road in Manchester, has announced the scheme to its customers.
Really Awesome coffee has taken its discovery days online and is helping the community. The unprecedented COVID-19 crisis has presented countless challenges to people across the UK and in every corner of the globe.
Coffee Blue workers have revealed how they’ve been supporting key workers in their local communities. When the announced its new delivery scheme several weeks ago, its team of hardworking franchisees started taking its products straight to customers in their homes.
Bartercard has welcomed new franchisees into its network, who will run a branch of the business in Ilford. The , which runs a membership-based scheme allowing entrepreneurs to trade without spending money, is expanding its network with the help of savvy franchisees.
Maplebrook Wills has offered a sneak peek at the ‘five stupid mistakes’ many prospective franchisees make at the start of their journey Starting your very own franchise is exciting, but it’s all too easy to sign a franchise agreement without properly thinking your decision through.
Shuttercraft is ensuring it’s (almost) business as usual by introducing innovative new ways to offer its services Businesses across the globe are having to adapt the way they work during the ongoing pandemic or risk having to shut down their operations altogether.
Caprinos Pizza is still open for business across the UK so takeaway lovers can still get their pizza fix Many of us have gone from at least one takeaway treat per week to raiding the cupboards during the ongoing lockdown.
Kitchen Franchise Dream Doors has announced record breaking success with the franchise brand opening 2 new showroom outlets in a single day. The new two outlets are based in Exeter and South Glasgow and are ran by two passionate kitchen designers, Mike Maughan-Brown and Ian McLachan.
A Fastsign franchise in Bolton has seen rapid success after owner David Hiney took control in July 2016. The outlet has its eyes firmly set on its plans for expansion in its second year.
The retailer Marks and Spencer (M&S) has said it has started discussions with its franchise partner, Dubai-based Al-Futtaim, over the potential sale of its outlets in Hong Kong and Macau.
The Pizza giant, Pizza Hut UK, has announced a 3% sales increase on the previous year. The group, however, saw pre-tax profits fall 40% which was blamed in part to increased franchising and staffing costs.
Popular chicken franchise restaurant, KFC (Kentucky Fried Chicken) has opened its first outlet at a UK airport. The new outlet will serve customers breakfast from 4am to 10am from the departures lounge in Terminal 3.
Sign franchise giant, Signarama UK, has announced that it’s launching a new franchising model which will allow existing business to bolt on their franchise services. The franchise bolt on will be offered to small to medium sized businesses in the print sector.
The US real estate giant, Century 21, has another office under its wing. Century 21, a global estate agency franchise, is growing by the minute and has yet another independent agent in its network.
Apollo Blinds is proud to sponsor one of the Isle of Man’s biggest events, the Half Manx Mountain Marathon. This Easter weekend saw the return of the legendary Manx Mountain Marathon and the Half Manx Mountain Marathon.
Mr Electric has got the go-ahead from the government to install electric-car chargers. has been helping customers across the UK solve their electric issues for years.
This year, Boston Marathon runners will be putting their best feet forward in Dunkin’ Donut trainers. They say that inspiration is found the most unlikely places, and that definitely rings true for the latest collaboration.
A local Marston’s pub gets a big overhaul – and it’s just reopened. A in Nuthall, Nottinghamshire named Oldmoor Lodge has had its first overhaul in 17 years. It’s thanks to new ownership in October, which has seen the pub get a fresh new look and a brand-new menu for visitors to enjoy.
The Merry Maids franchise can ranks in the Entrepreneur’s 2018 Franchise 500® list. Few companies make it onto the Entrepreneur’s 2018 Franchise 500® list, but the same can’t be said for .
A Hooters in Tokyo is now renting its tables out for those who work from home. has branched out in a big way. In a bid to bring in more people during the quiet 1pm to 7pm period, it is giving people the chance to rent seats to get some of their work done.
Papa’s John is bringing its pizzas to Bridgwater in Somerset. A two-man team based in Wales is openings its seventh store, this time in Bridgwater. It joins outlets in Cwmbran, Pontypridd, Merthyr Tydfil and a number near Bristol, run by John O’Brien and Clif Roberson.
There are loads of deals to be had at Travelodge – as long as you’re jetting off. has dramatically dropped the price of 250,000 rooms to £35 or less, giving people a very budget-friendly option for a convenient night’s stay.
Cash Generator gives a young championship-winning skater a new bike after his is vandalised. Alfie Mills isn’t your usual teen. He is exceptionally busy juggling school and skateboarding competitions where he is often crowned the winner. His bike is also incredibly important to him.
The leading signage franchise names A.J. Titus as its new president. A.J. Titus is soon to become the new president of , the . He is taking over from Jim Tatem, who has been the president of the company for over 10 years.
The iconic Mr Cuddles teddy bear will make a reappearance in a new advert for Wimpy in South Africa. Mr Cuddles is Wimpy’s iconic teddy bear. It has featured in a number of its adverts promoting offers across Wimpy’s , desserts and drinks range.
Choice Hotels is giving its Choice Privilege members the chance to earn a free nights’ stay. Book. Stay. Repeat. That’s the name of Choice Hotels’ new promotion for the spring. Until 25th May this year, Choice Privilege members can earn themselves a free night by booking two separate stays.
You can now stay in SuperRooms in Travelodge’s Manchester Piccadilly. Anyone looking to stay at Travelodge in Manchester Piccadilly can enjoy a more premium experience.
Snap Fitness in Aberdeen managed to bring in 129 new members with one clever campaign. The in Aberdeen wanted a new way to attract customers, so it launched a video campaign. And the success was unimaginable.
Ewe Move now has 122 franchises under its name. EweMove, a , has added four more agencies to its franchise and its have bought 29 more areas. This growth takes the total sum of EweMove branches across the UK up to 122.
Subway is opening a new set of doors in the Brookfield Development at the Four Corners landmark. A landmark and a milestone are colliding with the opening of a Subway.
As Bob Maclachlan moves into fleet director position, he announces plans to expand into hybrid and electric cars. Bob Maclachlan has been promoted from Europcar’s head of procurement to fleet director as the company seeks to ensure it stays relevant.
Vapestore opens the doors to its 10th outlet store in the heart of Basingstoke’s centre Those who live in Basingstoke and prefer to reach for a instead of a cigarette are in luck.
Europcar has just signed a deal to sell its 25% share in car2go Europe for €70million. Europcar Group has made the decision to sell its 25% share in car2go Europe, the car sharing organisation.
Travelodge is opening its first Dover hotel in a £53 million development. As Travelodge expands its around the world, Dover is the latest place to get one of its .
These three toddlers each had a transformed outlook after joining Water Babies. is a parent-and-baby session. Not only does it help babies to learn how to swim and become acquainted with water, it gives parents some chance to get some exercise, meet other parents and bond with their child.
Watford residents will get to enjoy Tutti Frutti’s delicious frozen treats at a new development, intu. intu is Watford’s major retail and leisure centre that attracts a huge footfall of visitors.
Dunkin’ Donuts has just signed two multi-unit store developments, which will create five new outlets in North Carolina. Dunkin’ Donuts has five new stores in the pipeline having just signed two multi-store agreements.
Mike Black is named as the new CEO for Dent Wizard International, the Canadian car repair franchise. Mike Black, who has previously held the roles of COO and president for Dent Wizard, has been promoted to CEO.
The hire firm is putting the ‘Her in Hertz’ Following its recent brand refresh, Hertz is putting at the forefront of its new campaign, as it aims to position itself as the go-to company for female travellers.
Fast-food restaurant, Wimpy, makes its comeback in Shrewsbury more than a decade after it originally set up shop. Wimpy has reopened its doors in Shrewsbury, much to the delight of local residents, more than 10 years after closing its old premises.
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