Elite Franchise

Elite Franchise June 2025

In this month’s feature, Sejal Devlia shares her journey from corporate fashion to crafting dream getaways as a top-performing franchisee with The Travel Franchise. After 20 years at Ralph Lauren, she swapped the stress of corporate life for the freedom of entrepreneurship — and never looked back. With no prior travel industry experience, Sejal leveraged the franchise’s robust training, support, and her own networking skills to build a thriving home-based business. From securing a full franchise fee refund to promoting sustainable travel, she proves what’s possible when passion meets a proven model. Click here to read more.

In this month’s Insight section, Nigel Toplis reminds us that sometimes the simplest skills are the most powerful. In Lend Me Your Ear, he unpacks the often-overlooked art of active listening — and why mastering it is essential for building trust, closing sales, and nurturing long-term relationships. From preparing properly to asking the right kind of questions (and resisting the urge to interrupt), Nigel shares a set of timeless “rules” for effective listening that every franchisee can benefit from. Click here to read more.

Pip Wilkins, CEO of the BFA, shines a spotlight on the hidden scale of franchising in the UK in our Anaysis section. Looking at why it's often a smart, secure route to business ownership. From the cleaners in your office to the swim lessons on Saturday morning, franchises are part of everyday life in more ways than you might think. With World Franchise Day (11 June) and National Franchise Week (16–20 June) just around the corner, there’s never been a better time to explore franchising. Click here to read more.

Also in our Insight section, you can learn five of the most common early challenges new franchisees face — and how to overcome them with confidence, from Amrit Dhaliwal, CEO of Walfinch. From avoiding client overload to creating consistent marketing habits, this practical guide is packed with tips to help you get off to a strong start. Whether you’re just beginning or supporting new starters in your network, it’s a timely reminder that while franchising gives you the blueprint, it’s your energy and initiative that brings it to life. Click here to read more.


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