BFA’s Pip Wilkinson stands alongside the OSCAR Pet Foods team, as they’re awarded the silver “Franchisor of the Year” award. Preston based OSCAR Pet Foods wins a coveted Silver ‘Franchisor of the Year’ accolade at the nationally recognised 2019 bfa HSBC Franchise Awards. The thrill of winning Silver in its 25th Anniversary year surpasses OSCAR’s excitement …
There’s no such thing as a totally risk free business, all businesses come with some risk involved. However, franchising a business may help reduce the number of risks for small businesses as they provide a supportive environment by the help of the resources of the franchisor and other franchisees owning and controlling the same brand. …
Dream Doors®, the UK’s #1 kitchen makeover franchisor, and part of Neighbourly®, has appointed Edward Brewer as Managing Director with immediate effect. Previously director of UK sales at Dream Doors, Ed is ideally positioned to lead Dream Doors through the next phase of growth and he will work alongside Philip Carr to ensure a smooth …
Barking Mad Husband and Wife Team Declared Top Dogs at Major Franchising Awards John and Elaine Warburton, Barking Mad franchise business owners from Fife, were announced as “Franchisee of the Year” winners of the Lifestyle category at last night’s glittering bfa HSBC Franchise Awards ceremony. The highly coveted awards are the franchising industry’s most important …
Metro Rod’s mid-year Conference Celebrates Continuing Evolution from ‘Good to Great’ We were delighted to welcome over 100 delegates to celebrate success at our motivational mid-year conference at the 5* Lowry Hotel in Manchester. The conference, themed focused on ‘What Makes a Difference’, recognised the achievements of our 40 plus strong leading network of drainage …
Join dog owners across the UK in the ‘Bring Your Dog To Work Day’ on Friday 21st June 2019 There’s one day in the year when it’s official – you can bring your dog to work! Founded and organised by Hownd it encourages dog owners to become involved and bring their career-seeking canines to enjoy …
Recognition Express creates operations role to propel business into 2020s and beyond Chris Masters has been promoted to the new role of operations director at the Bardon-based headquarters of Recognition Express as the franchisor gears up for future growth and development. Recognition Express, which celebrates its 40-year anniversary in 2019, employs a ten-strong head office …
Venture Studios celebrated its 21st birthday in style this year in an exciting awards ceremony held at the National Science and Media Museum in Bradford. Venture is the UK’s largest portrait photographers and operates in the UK and also in the USA and Hong Kong. Every year, it holds a prestigious awards ceremony celebrating all …
The franchise industry in the UK is gaining momentum and progressing with every passing day. Not only has franchising grown and spread to all corners of the country, but its impact on the British economy has also been spectacular. According to one estimate, franchised businesses today contribute in excess of £15 Billion to our economy. …
After working hard in your nine to five job, you’ve succeeded to save up a decent amount. Now you’re looking for profitable ways to invest your hard-earned money but you aren’t sure if you should start your own small business or become a franchisee by acquiring a low-cost franchise business. If you happen to have …
Grabbing the right franchise opportunity will play a vital role in your success. There are so many types of franchise models such as home-based franchises, van-based franchises, food franchises, coffee franchises, and part time franchises, etc. It’s important that those considering entering the franchise territory make the right call for themselves. The first and foremost …
It seems like franchising is all the rage in the world of entrepreneurship these days. More and more people who aspire to run a business are acquiring franchises instead of launching their own businesses. Here in the United Kingdom, this trend has especially gained lots of traction and it doesn’t seem like losing any ground …