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In December 2018, cherished Action Coach Kent Rhodes sadly passed away after a brave fight against cancer. Kent was a well-known and respected figure in the franchise community, admired for his generous and rigorous spirit. His legacy extends far beyond his exceptional work as a franchise partner. To honour Kent’s memory, the ActionCOACH UK community undertakes an annual challenge that embodies his qualities, while doing as much as they can to help those less fortunate than themselves. Earlie...

It’s not every day you are presented with an opportunity to combine work with play. But that is exactly what happened to local Dad Shaun Rapley, for he is on track to open two new children’s ‘stay and play’ options – one in the Leicestershire village of Newtown Linford, the other a little further north-west in Swadlincote. The Train Time ‘Stay and Play’ facilities are centred around trains – and lots of them! Over 200 feet of track will be laid and an endless supply of carriages promise t...

activ Digital Marketing Franchise is thrilled to announce a major milestone. On June 10th, the company was honoured with the “Best Adaptation to Change” award at the Virtual Franchise Awards 2024, organised by the Quality Franchise Association UK. This accolade highlights activ Digital Marketing Franchise's innovative and strategic adaptation in the dynamic digital marketing landscape. The award was won for the new franchise model launched this year; a consultant-led trading brand, empowering...

Puzzle Piece Law, an independent legal consultancy business renowned for advising individuals on all family law matters, is thrilled to announce the addition of two new franchisees, Jonathan, in Cambridge and Lee, in Guildford. This exciting expansion marks another milestone in our mission to ensure that people across the UK can access the legal advice they need. Jonathan and Lee, both seasoned professionals with extensive experience in supporting vulnerable people in the police service, will...

Award-winning, activ Digital Marketing Franchise is excited to announce the expansion of its network with a new franchisee in Basingstoke.This is the first under activ’s newly launched 'Consultant Led' brand, introduced this year as an expansion to their 'Location Led' brand, which has been trading with franchisees across the UK and Ireland since 2008.Launched in 2024 to meet the needs of frustrated marketing consultants and influencers, the 'Consultant Led' brand offers an innovative growth app...

Concept Claim Solutions, a leading franchisor specialising in insurance claims management for property damage, has been named a finalist for three awards at the QFA Virtual Franchise Awards, "Franchisor of the Year," "Best Franchisee Support," and "Best Adaptation to Change" The QFA Virtual Franchise Awards received an overwhelming response from hundreds of franchisors, making the "Franchisor of the Year" accolade the most coveted. This is given to businesses that have demonstrated growth and...

activ Digital Marketing Franchise recently hosted its highly anticipated Annual Franchise Forum (AFF) in Bristol, serving as a central meeting point for franchisees from across the nation. This event, filled with learning, sharing best practices, and celebrating achievements, highlighted the exceptional support and community that activ offers to its franchise partners. Event Highlights: 1. Franchisee Satisfaction at an All-Time High The event began with the announcement of an impressive 82...

George has approached SportsCool in April 2023 about a potential franchise. Within a number of weeks, he found himself having a face to face meeting with the owners. He advised the conversation was “informative, professional, clear and helpful.” Describing the process, he said it was “Simple and easy”. “Paul was on hands with his expertise of the business and any legal questions I had - he had the knowledge and communicated with me promptly. This took huge pressure off me, I always felt...

Now more than ever, the pursuit of health, longevity, and happiness is at the forefront of our minds. Imagine having the opportunity to turn that pursuit into a thriving business – introducing the fit20 franchise!Why fit20?First Mover Advantage: Join the UK's booming market for boutique, tailored personal training, poised for exponential growth.Target the 85%: Appeal to the majority who aren't traditional gym-goers. fit20 caters to those who dislike gyms, are time-strapped, or prefer a safe...

TV broadcaster Eamonn Holmes OBE will be representing The Travel Franchise, one of the UK’s fastest growing companies with a stellar reputation for training and supporting anyone who wants to launch their own home-based travel business. The announcement that one of the biggest names in breakfast TV is joining one of the biggest names in travel franchising promises an unparalleled collaboration for the company and its Not Just Travel customer-facing brand. As one of Britain’s most beloved TV...

We are over the moon to share some fantastic news with our community. activ Digital Marketing Franchise has been shortlisted for not just one, but two prestigious awards at this year’s Disruptive Franchise Awards, being held in London on June 18th 2024. Inventive Franchise of the YearRevolutionary Franchise of the Year. This achievement marks a significant milestone in our journey, spotlighting our dedication to innovation and excellence within the franchising industry. It is especially mea...

Green Machine, a leader in eco-friendly commercial cleaning services, is thrilled to announce the addition of an exciting new franchisee, Arman, who will be taking over the Cardiff and South Wales division.Arman, a distinguished entrepreneur with multiple successful business ventures, brings a wealth of knowledge and an innovative spirit to the Green Machine family."We are really excited to welcome Arman to our team. His proven track record as a business owner and his commitment to excellence ar...