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The EF100 returns: Industry league table from Elite Franchise is back for year two   Having experienced an incredible amount of interest and success for its debut year, the EF100 returns to highlight the top 100 franchises Britain has to offer   There’s no denying the omnipotence of the UK franchising sector. Not only has the bfa highlighted the £15.1bn contribution* the market makes to the nation’s economy, the sum is the result of a 46% growth over ten years, which suggests the fut...

It doesn’t matter where you’re based geographically, franchising could be an option for you. Specifically, mapped franchise territories are allocated for different regions throughout the UK, to ensure each franchisee has the same chance of success as their ‘neighbour franchisee’. Talking of neighbours, Leeds is directly linked to both London and Edinburgh via road with the M1 and A1 respectively directing you to where you want to go. On top of this, Leeds has great routes to both the east and we...

The outstanding levels of franchisee support delivered by Driver Hire’s in-house franchise marketing team has earned it a place at the finals of the 2018 national ‘Franchise Marketing Awards’ Now into their 13th year, the Franchise Marketing Awards have become a highly-coveted accolade within the industry, celebrating innovative marketing campaigns and effective marketing support offered by franchisors to their franchisees. The 2018 awards are sponsored by AW Digital. Driver Hire Fran...

It has just been announced that ShopAppy has been shortlisted for the 2018 NatWest Great British Entrepreneur Awards in the Service Industries of the Year award. ShopAppy beat off some tough competition in order to make the regional shortlist, with a record number of businesses entering the awards nationally across the wide range of categories. Now in its sixth year, the NatWest Great British Entrepreneur Awards has celebrated some amazing entrepreneurs over the years, many of whom are now ho...

Brian Duckett, Chairman of The Franchising Centre, sat on a panel of advisers at The Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit in London in July. The panel heard from three emerging restaurants which are either dipping their toes into the world of Franchising or are on the verge of diving in.  The panel provided feedback on the concepts as well as offering advice to help them succeed.  Mr Duckett commented, “It’s always a great privilege to be asked to join panels like this at...

It shouldn’t be a case of trying to identify what franchise is right for you, initially you need to understand and cement what franchise sector is right for you. There may be a franchise that catches your eyes through it’s potential financial gains, but there are several questions that need to be asked first… Do you truly match up to that franchise? Will you be happy running that franchise? Are you utilising your skill set? Cleaning Franchises Restoration Franchises Pest Contro...

Why launch your franchise in Norwich? Norwich is the capital of East Anglia and caters for many varying businesses that are all prospering in the territory that is Norwich. Norwich has seen many businesses within the Food, agricultural, gardening, insurance and business support excel within this prosperous franchise territory. Norwich is also seen as the ‘gateway’ to both the traditional and green energy firms that are based on the nearby coastline of the North Sea and the impressive offsho...

Dwyer Group, one of the world’s largest parent companies of home service brands, has expanded its Drain Doctor franchise locations to 53, with two new franchise owners coming on board – Carl Butterfield and Steve and Myles Lawless. Carl Butterfield took over the management of Drain Doctor within the Gloucestershire franchise territory in June and continues to work with Ruth Ryder, office manager, who has been keeping the franchise business running effectively for the past year following the pas...

Three members of The Franchising Centre are undertaking the My Tri Ironman challenge throughout August to raise money for The Wessex Cancer Trust. Laura Harvey-Smith, Alan Wilkinson and Katie Snelling have joined forces to conquer this epic challenge. Although The Franchising Centre is based in York, they have consultants around the country. Laura, who is Head of Training at The Franchising Centre, commented “I have a friend who is going through cancer treatment at the moment and wanted to do s...

JOINING Dream Doors, the UK’s #1 kitchen makeover firm, has been a ‘whirlwind’ for David and Kate Howle of Worcester – a whirlwind that has generated £235,000 in three months. David had been keen on the idea of self-employment for some time but Kate needed a bit more convincing it was the right fit for her. It was only after meeting the Dream Doors team she felt happy to make the leap into a new line of work. Kate, who had previously worked in business administrative support for 18 years, said...

Sales franchises can range from low investment franchises all the way up high investment franchise opportunities. The Franchise sales sector presents prospective franchisees with the option to again look at a retail location or to pursue an online venture of sales.  So, you have a sales background and want to become your own boss? Then franchising could hold the key to the padlock you're seeking to unlock to a better future. There is a common misconception that sales franchises are ju...

For those looking to start a new business in the South East then this article will explain just why you have made a great decision for your new business. Franchising is a flourishing industry boasting nearly 1,000 brands in a host of different sectors. The industry consistently shows 90% of franchisees reporting profitability. The advantages of owning your own business are obvious but so too are the risks. The franchisee is taking less of a risk than starting his or her own business and less tha...