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As a direct response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the International Franchise Show will be live and online on the 5th & 6th June 2020. The traditional event, which was postponed from April 2020 due to the cancellation of large gatherings, is due to go ahead on the 4th & 5th September at ExCel London. The online event will run in addition to this, offering an opportunity for the international franchise community to communicate under the new restrictions. This innovative virtual show will be host...

Lingotot have been working tirelessly behind the scenes to support their franchise partners through the Coronavirus pandemic.Franchisees have been benefiting from these hugely in a number of ways:Pivoting within 24 hours to move all classes online, to support existing customers and reach new ones.This enables Franchise Partners to make an income when venues are closedAll classes remain fun and interactiveIncreased online marketing to make sure they have plenty of customers when things get back t...

Following successful expansion to the Republic of Ireland and Australia, the UK’s largest network of small business specialist accountants is now launching in the USA.Having proven that the TaxAssist Accountants concept can be successfully replicated in the UK, the Republic of Ireland and Australia, TaxAssist is now offering Area Representative and single-unit franchise rights to selected states in the USA. Karl Sandall, Group Chief Executive Director, says: “After years of careful researc...

As the UK begins to move towards its ‘new normal’, many people are deciding that now is the perfect time to invest in the rapidly expanding Love Brownies food franchise opportunity. With a flexible and reputable franchise model, from takeaway chocolate brownies and drinks to a full café offering there is something to suit all aspirations and budgets at Love Brownies. In March, just as lockdown hit the UK, our tenth franchise store within the Swindon franchise territory was just days away from l...

So, the whole world is in lockdown, many businesses are shut, schools closed, and the elderly are in isolation, but does this really mean you have to place your future aspirations on hold? Just this week it was announced that fast food franchising giants McDonald’s and Five Guys will be reopening selected stores across the country to allow for delivery and collection. This is on top of other franchising brands that includes Dominos and Subway that have still been offering delivery and collectio...

Fast food franchise giants McDonald’s have given hungry lockdown fans light at the end of the tunnel.Now before everyone goes running, who we kidding, driving to the nearest McDonald’s the chain has reconfirmed that this will only be a re-opening of a trial branch and not all of their 1250 UK outlets."Restarting our business is not an easy task, even when reopening in a limited capacity. For now we remain closed, and will only reopen when we are absolutely confident we can have the right measure...

Having a baby and toddler is a blessing but it of course comes with its challenges. Through this pandemic, the difficulties have manifested for everyone so it’s no wonder parents are stressed and anxious. It is common to feel overwhelmed trying to care for a baby and a toddler and what gets most people through, is being part of a community of other new parents so you can discuss sleeping, feeding and any worries as well as laugh at all the shared funny experiences that you have. The impact tha...

Faneau van Niekerk, who acquired his Inleaf franchise at the end of 2019 and covers the south west, recently undertook a bespoke reindeer moss green wall installation for the Battersea Power Station in London. The support he has received from the Inleaf head office since launch has been crucial to his early success. The Inleaf head office team couldn’t be any more understanding. They’re always on hand to supply great answers and solutions to any queries that I may have. For the recent in...

As the UK battles Coronavirus, national language teaching provider Lingotot, has launched a new campaign to support the older generation as they prepare to self-isolate.Many residential care homes have already reduced visitor numbers too which leaves the older generation at risk of isolation and loneliness.Lingotot is doing their bit to encourage community spirit and help those in need.Lingotot Generations was founded in 2018 on the back of studies into the benefits of children and the elderly i...

One-to-one tutoring programme offers e-learning capabilities as families prepare for coronavirus. As the government continues preparations to delay the spread of Coronavirus, concerns have quickly been turning to the health and safety of students in classrooms across the nation. Medical experts have begun to coalesce around the importance of ‘social distancing’ but what does this mean for students? One global brand has reported a surge in demand for their online services, as parents recognise t...

Local pet owners can now be reassured that their pets will be well looked after when they’re at work or on holiday. Alison has just become the latest franchisee to join the Scamps & Champs pet franchise network and she’s ready to visit pets who need walking or looking after on an occasional and regular basis. Alison will be covering the franchise territory of Macclesfield, Alderly Edge and Wilmslow area so make sure you look out for her! “My cat is very much part of my family and I know there a...

Bodystreet welcomed their latest franchisee to their UK network as Hollie Hamilton opens her Bodystreet fitness franchise studio within the franchise territory of Barnet, North London. Hollie, had been operating her own personal training business when her cousin introduced her to Bodystreet. Living in Germany, he’d seen the amazing success of Bodystreet over there and suggested Hollie took a good look at the concept now, whilst it was developing here in the UK.  The opening of her Bodystr...