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Autosheen: Autosheen seeks to grow 10 per cent market share

Autosheen vehicle valeting franchise celebrates its 24th anniversary with 1.2 million customer contract vehicles on its books. Companies that hold a national account with Autosheen include Royal Mail, Department of Work & Pensions, HM Revenue & Customs and the Police Force.

Caremark: Caremark announces its Franchisee of the Year

Domiciliary care franchise Caremark has declared Kingston franchisee Carl Ward its Franchisee of the Year. The award was presented at Caremark's first annual conference and award ceremony held at Gatwick's Sofitel Hotel.

Caremark: Ian Coombes, Caremark

Within a year of launching my franchise I've developed my initial territory of Somerset and Sedgemoor, won the Caremark Award for Excellence for 2007, and I'm currently looking for suitable premises in Bristol and Swansea so I can expand my business.

Cash Converters: Cash Converters makes child's X- Factor dream come true

Pre-owned goods franchise Cash Converters made dream a reality for nine-year-old Felicia Cantone, who is recovering from extensive treatment for bone cancer.

Chemex International Ltd (UK): Chemex Stafford opens for business

Cleaning and hygiene franchise Chemex has welcomed its newest franchisee Chris Lunn, who has launched his franchise in Stafford. Chris reveals he was attracted to the Chemex franchise by the potential opportunity and stability its diverse range of products offer.

Dream Doors: Dream Doors franchisee expands into premises

Dream Doors has opened a showroom in Norwich, increasing the total number of kitchen facelift showrooms in the UK to 20. The location is owned and operated by franchisees Philip and Helen Mahon, who joined the network in January 2007 and have established the outlet to expand their business.

Merry Maids: Merry Maids franchisee of the year receives award

A mother of two, Wendy did not know what direction her career would take when she moved back to the UK from South Africa in 2000. She wanted employment that gave support and guidance and realised a career in franchising would offer this.

Molly Maid UK Ltd: Franchisee PROFILE Byrony Dalgeish, MOLLY'MAID

Bryony Dalgeish celebrated her 20th year as a franchisee with professional house cleaning franchise MOLLY MAID in February. MOLLY MAID UK Chief Executive Pam Bader OBE (pictured, (R) with Byrony) presented her with a 20-year pin and a bouquet of flowers at the MOLLY MAID support office.

Northwood (GB) Ltd: Scott Wilding, Northwood

I decided to invest in a franchise after the failure of my small computer business. The computer market became stagnant and my profits dwindled. I enjoyed running a business and liked being my own boss so I turned to franchising as a means to continue as I had previously, but with the guaranteed job security and stability a branded image would provide. Property franchising interested me as...

Platinum Property Partners LLP: Judy Mizen, Basingstoke

Although I've always been interested in property, my previous career was as a physiotherapist and, more recently, housewife and mum. I'd not considered franchising until I met Platinum Property Partners co-Founder Steve Bolton at an overseas home exhibition, and heard him talk about this completely unique new franchise opportunity.

Snack in the Box: 11 renew franchise agreement with SITB

Snack-in-the-Box (SITB) has announced that 11 of its franchisees have renewed their franchise agreements for another five-year term within the last 12 months.

TaxAssist Accountants: TaxAssist Accountants franchises renew their agreements

TaxAssist Accountants has announced that eight of its established franchises have renewed their contracts and signed a 10-year franchise agreement.

The Streat Franchising (Ireland) Ltd: The streat café plans Scottish franchise network

Irish café franchise the streat has opened an office in Glasgow, Scotland in preparation for its plans to open a café in every major town and city in Scotland.

Apollo Blinds: Product range to expand for Apollo Blinds franchisees

Apollo Blinds has announced its plan to extend its range of blinds and accessories starting with a new collection of Roman blinds.

Baja Fresh Mexican Grill: Join a successful US restaurant chain

A US based Mexican themed restaurant chain Baja Fresh has successfully franchised across the US and has over 300 outlets nationwide. The company is now looking to capitalise on this success and is seeking international franchisee partners to develop a country, region or territory.

British Franchise Association (BFA): Newly elected bfa Chairman

MIKE Goddard, proprietor and Chief Executive of Belvoir Lettings, has been elected as the new Chairman of the British Franchise Association. Mike is a strong advocate of business format franchising and has supported the bfa through Regional Forums (ex Chairman of Midlands Region) and has previously served as the Chairman of the Accreditation Committee.

Cartridge World: Cartridge World raises funds for Kent Air Ambulance

The owners of Cartridge World outlets in Kent, Colin and Eileen Harris have devised a customer loyalty scheme to help support Kent Air Ambulance Trust, Demelza House Children's Hospice and the environment.

EmbroidMe: EmbroidMe launches in UK and seeks new franchisees

Promotional product company EmbroidMe has officially launched its franchise opportunity in the UK following the success of its flagship store in Northampton, which has been in operation since 2006. The franchise is conducting a nationwide search for new franchisees to join its growing worldwide network.

Esquires Coffee Houses: Esquires Coffee Houses to donate annually to charity

Esquires Coffee Houses is to make an annual donation and organise fundraising activities in its cafes nationwide for the Coffee Kids charity.

FASTSIGNS International Inc: Winner of FASTSIGNS Sales Improvement Award announced

FASTSIGNS has presented franchisee Mark Phelps with the Sales Improvement Award at the company's 11th annual franchise meeting.

GreenThumb Ltd: 500th van for GreenThumb

Lawn treatment franchise GreenThumb celebrates having its 500th Mercedes Vito 109CDI Compact van delivered from Road Range Commercials, Liverpool.

Hi-Q Tyre Services: HiQ seeks new franchisees

One of the Goodyear Dunlop brands HiQ is on the look out for new franchisees with relevant commercial skills and the drive to start or expand their own business in the tyre and motor industry.

La Salsa Fresh Mexican Grill: Aid the international growth of a US chain

A new international franchise opportunity has emerged as US based Mexican restaurant chain, La Salsa, is looking for suitable franchisee partners to aid its global expansion plans.

Living Clean: Cleaning company launches franchise

Living Clean, an environmentally friendly cleaning company, has launched its franchise opportunity. The company provides a range of cleaning services from regular visits to one-offs, such as for spring cleaning or post-builder clean-ups.

Mortgageforce: Mortgage Force collects industry award

Mortgage broker franchise Mortgage Force has been voted Best Mortgage Broker of the Year for the third consecutive year at the Mortgage Strategy Awards ceremony held at Grosvenor House Hotel in London.

Papa John's: 101st Papa John's store is the first in the Northwest

Papa John's opened its 101st store in Sale, Greater Manchester with help from Coronation Street soap star Tom Hudson. Tom plays Chef Paul Clayton in the soap and joined Sale's kitchen team for the day to entertain staff and customers with his culinary skills away from the set.

Pitman Training Group Plc: Higher ranking and 100th store for Pitman Training

Pitman Training Group has been ranked 370th in the Sunday Telegraph 2008 Business Superbrands List and has opened its 100th training centre in Shrewsbury. The company was first recognised as a Superbrand by the Sunday Telegraph in 2007 and was ranked 472 and in one year has successfully managed to move more than 100 places up the list.

Safeclean: Tim Shaw, Safeclean

I've been running my Safeclean franchise with my wife Nicola for 11 years and I still find everyday different, fresh and interesting. I really enjoy meeting people and providing a high quality cleaning service that our customers are happy with. When we first started our franchise we said that we wanted to offer a service that we would want for ourselves, which we have always stuck to.

sharkey's Cuts for Kids: Sharkey's seeks UK franchisees

One of the fastest growing young franchises ranked 19th in the Franchise Times Magazine's Fast 55, USA haircut experience Sharkey's Cuts for Kids, is to launch its fun filled hair cut and beauty experience concept in London and is on the look out for prospective UK franchisees to join its growing international network. The franchise has vacancies in the UK for a master franchise or single...

Signs Express: Signs Express makes Yorkshire Tea trailer

The Harrogate branch of Signs Express has provided independent tea merchant, Bettys & Taylors of Harrogate, with 13 metres of full colour graphics for a 22 foot trailer that advertises the Yorkshire Tea box and slogan 'Deliciously rich & refreshing' with the aid of Signs Express's JV3 printer. The trailer will travel to 16 separate shows this summer.

Smart Cartridge: Neighbours in business recycle 25,000 ink cartridges

The Sutton Coldfield branch of the Smart Cartridge franchise has managed to recycle and reuse 25,000 ink cartridges since the company was launched in November 2005 and has increased its business-to-business stationery supplies stock to 20,000 items.

Snap-on Tools Ltd: FRANCHISEE'PROFILE Lynne Williams, Snap-on Tools

One of Snap-on Tools newest franchisees, Lynne Williams is delighted with her transition from Snap-on Tools Customer Support office worker to franchisee. Her territory covers parts of Northamptonshire and Oxfordshire.

Thebestof: Thebestof wins Innovative Business of the Year award

National network of local marketing websites thebestof has been voted the top Innovative Business of the Year at the Fast Growth Business Awards 2008 held in London. Thebestof beat its innovative rivals, Broadbean Technology and Challs International to achieve its wining status.

Trophy Pet Foods Ltd: Trophy announces top franchisee

Mobile pet food franchisor Trophy has announced Nick Griffiths as the winner of its franchisee of the year award. The award was presented at Trophy's annual franchisee conference held at Carswell Golf and Country Club on 21st January 2008.

Travel Counsellors: ...a moment of CLARITY

You've thought about it, talked about it, dreamed about it.

Franchise Development Services (FDS) Ltd: How will the credit crunch affect franchising?

Buying a franchise can require a substantial capital investment and many franchisees borrow funds in order to meet this outlay, with banks willing to lend up to 70 per cent of the investment fee. With the credit crunch overshadowing borrowing and lending decisions, should prospective franchisees be seriously considering starting up a business in 2008?

Your Move: Do you have what it takes to make it work for you?

YOUR MOVE is one of the fastest growing estate agency franchises in the UK. We've opened over 100 franchised offices in 4 years, with more in the pipeline.

Snap-on Tools Ltd: Your Store, Your Business, Your Future!

Owning your own business is a great way to secure your future and lets you take control of your destiny.

Lloyds TSB Bank plc: The attractions and pitfalls of multi-unit franchising

The number of franchise systems that have franchisees controlling multiple units has increased in recent years. Although United Kingdom franchisees operate on a relatively small scale compared with the blockbuster multi-unit franchises in the USA, the model is gaining popularity

Lloyds TSB Bank plc: Open your eyes to franchising opportunities

Whatever kind of franchise business you're looking to start, our dedicated franchise team will work closely with you.

Wiltshire Farm Foods: an opportunity to satisfy your hunger for success

When it comes to selecting the right franchise opportunity, it's vital you choose a partner that supports your venture's success. Working with Wiltshire Farm Foods you will enjoy every opportunity to grow your business and achieve the rewards you crave.

Franchise Development Services (FDS): How to find the RIGHT franchise

With over 1,000 companies offering franchise opportunities in the UK, it is important to ensure that you have a full understanding of the investment you are making

Dinky Deli: Deliver your own success...

With the Dinky Deli service you could earn your share of this multi million pound market

Platinum Property Partners LLP: Women in property

Historically and perhaps stereotypically, when you mention women and property in the same breath, people immediately think interior design and house doctoring - in short, the 'slightly fluffy' things. The preconception is that women are naturally gifted at design and making a home look nice, and yes, that's true, but they're naturally suited to so much more and are starting to make their...

HSBC Bank Plc: It's not always easy to tell which franchise is hot

At HSBC, we understand that buying a franchise can be a great way to start a business. It often comes with a proven format for success, the reassurance of a reputable name and invaluable training and support.

London House International Ltd: UK credit crisis: Are there any answers?

With consumer and commercial debt reaching record levels, the marketplace for managing business and personal financial risk is growing

Safeclean: Successful franchises start here...

Become a furniture care specialist ...with Safeclean

Northwood (GB) Ltd: Property, is it really all doom and gloom?

'Recession' is a word that has been used recently to describe the state of the property market, but is it really all doom and gloom or are we just describing the glass as half empty when in fact it's half full?

FurniturePro: Make money out of people's houses

Become a furniture repair specialist...with FurniturePro

Molly Maid UK Ltd: The domestic cleaning market in the UK: An overview

Bringing national branding and conformity of standards to the domestic cleaning sector, franchise brands are benefiting from increasing demand

Chemex International Ltd (UK): Can you spot a good opportunity when you see one?

Forget any preconceptions about buying a job as a van driver - our franchisees provide consultancy, training and an exemplary service to all sectors of industry.

Prokill: The pest marketplace in the country

With increased accreditation requirements driving the solo operators out of the pest control industry, an opportunity exists to combine the standards of a national organisation with the local service of a franchisee

Prokill: Love your new life!

You're ready for a change in your life, have management experience, don't want to drive a van for the rest of your life, are not afraid of hard work, could run a team of your own and want to build a healthy asset for yourself and your family.

Waves Car Wash: Site your business in a prime location

With professionally-branded Waves franchises popping up in major retail car parks and petrol stations nationwide, the franchise is developing a strong reputation for quality of service as well as providing a strong income generator for its franchisees

EmbroidMe: A rewarding market where everybody is your customer

With a successful flagship store proving its internationally successful concept in the UK, EmbroidMe is seeking to establish a national network of stores

Certax Accounting: A less taxing way to becoming your own boss

More than 100 franchisees are already enjoying the freedom and benefi ts of running their own CerTax Accounting Practice

Car Park Valeting: Complete hand car wash franchise solution launched

Following its acquisition of car wash franchisor Aquanought Ltd, valet and car wash franchisor Car Park Valeting (CPV) Ltd is pleased to announce its new and complete range of national car wash and full valet business opportunities

Snack in the Box: Years of success lead to agreement renewals

SITB Self Service Box and Compact Vending franchisees renew agreements

London House International Ltd: Franchisees are provided with an interesting career

Last year London House continued its expansion with the recruitment of several franchisees from an armed forces background, including Adam Richards and Rob Bennett who reveal how their progress in 'civvy street' has prospered

Northwood (GB) Ltd: 3 Easy Steps...To Success

A LETTINGS AND ESTATE AGENCY FRANCHISE WITH NORTHWOOD

Molly Maid UK Ltd: How to join the MOLLYMAID family

Navigating through the array of franchise opportunities to find the one that's right for you can be a challenging task. MOLLY'MAID is aiming to make the research process simpler with a step-by-step analysis programme

GreenThumb Ltd: Franchisees achieve outstanding growth

Andy Rogers had been looking for a business opportunity for nearly a decade when he discovered GreenThumb almost by accident

Recognition Express: Franchisee enjoys rapid expansion

After only two years franchisee Arthur Keighley expanded his business and took on a second franchise area in Leicester. Together with his Peterborough territory he has high hopes for his future with Recognition Express.

Countrywide Signs Ltd: A franchise with a great support structure

Although Countrywide Signs franchisee Tim Mason launched his business less than a year ago, he already has clear plans for its future

The Filta Group Limited: Ultimate van-based franchise

...with the PLUS factor built in.

Belvoir Lettings: Belvoir continues steady growth in 2008

Lettings and property management agency Belvoir has announced the launch of six new franchises in 2008

Merry Maids: Open the door to a fresh perspective

merry maids franchise. Relax. It's Done.

Trophy Pet Foods Ltd: A rewarding business for animal lovers

Trophy Petfoods offers a comprehensive, turnkey business for animal lovers. The network's Franchisee of the Year explains why he traded in a high-flying career in financial advice for the opportunity to run his own business serving his local pet-owners

Nevada Bobs: A passion for golf makes a great business opportunity

With 40 franchised stores across the UK, the Republic of Ireland and Europe and 30 years of trading experience worldwide, Nevada Bob's Golf is the franchise for golf enthusiasts

TaxAssist Accountants: franchisee sees benefit of shop-front franchise

TaxAssist Accountants continues the steady growth of its franchise network with the addition of franchisee Glynn Harby, who although a qualified accountant with his own practice has found the training and support provided invaluable

CeX: The retail opportunity for gadget lovers

Fast becoming an essential outlet for those wanting to keep ahead in home entertainment and technology, CeX (Complete entertainment Exchange) is becoming a valuable player in this ever-evolving sector

Dream Doors: Choose a different journey, and follow your dream!

You can achieve the freedom you've always dreamed of with a Dream Doors franchise. This established and proven opportunity in the home improvement sector is ideal for partnerships and husband and wife teams looking for a middle-market retail opportunity providing a bespoke service to a niche market.

Pentagon (UK) Ltd: Secure your financial future

With a decade of experience in debt management, Pentagon offers a home or office based business that's both financially and personally rewarding

Hydro-Dynamix: A wide spectrum of clients helps business potential

Providing a surface cleaning service to both commercial and domestic customers, Hydro-Dynamix franchisees enjoy great earning potential

BioDepot: Change your life, and help change the world

Bio Depot is a unique 'cradle to grave' concept designed to meet the growing demand for renewable energy, managed waste solutions and reductions in carbon emissions throughout the UK, Europe and the rest of the World.

Charisnack: Build a profitable business providing healthier'snacks

Every year 18 million people call in sick with obesity related health problems. Healthy eating snack franchise ChariSnack aims to help resolve this issue and assist visually impaired children in the process

All Trades Network Ltd: Phil looks to the future after successful first year

A year after becoming an All Trades Network franchisee, Leicestershire-based Phil Makins says he is looking forward to doubling his turnover in 2008 with the help of a supportive team at head office

Caremark: An outstanding management franchise opportunity

Buoyed by the celebration of early successes at its recent Annual Conference of franchisees, domiciliary care provider Caremark is reaffirming its pledge to continue providing a service over and above that expected nationally, drawing a high calibre of franchisee candidates for its national expansion

Autosheen: A shining example!

Fleet valeting specialist Autosheen keeps franchisees busy with a lucrative flow of regular work, generated from national accounts secured by the central sales team

Platinum Property Partners LLP: "It's not just 'good'...it's FANTASTIC!"

What's the X-Factor that turns a good franchise into a spectacular wealth-generating opportunity?

David Reid Homes: A future you can build with solid foundations

With a proliferation of building and home renovation TV programmes fuelling the trend for individual self-builds, David Reid Homes has launched its franchise in the UK providing a unique design and build service

Revive Juice Bars: Healthy growth and a very healthy investment

As the demand for healthy food continues to increase the juice bar industry is still growing. An innovative company within this industry, Revive Juice Bars is looking for franchisees throughout the UK.

PlumbLocal: The nation's trusted plumber

Retrain with us and build your own plumbing business using the proven PlumbLocal franchise system.

ElecLocal: The nation's trusted electrician

Retrain with us and build your own electrical business using the proven ElecLocal franchise system.

Beaverscreens/Paint Wizard: Franchise Re-sales

Existing franchises for sale

GreenThumb Ltd: Franchise Re-sales

Existing franchises for sale

Owen White Lawyers: Exclusivity: Understanding territory

Exclusivity is a concept of great interest to franchisors and franchisees alike but often disputes arise because the parties involved do not agree on what they thought the other intended. Sadly, the franchise agreement does not always provide a clear answer

FranMatch: "A bespoke franchisee recruitment solution"

Traditionally Franchisors have had two choices for their recruitment strategy:

FDS North & Scotland: Growing pains

Corporately-owned chains lose their way more frequently than franchise networks. Tony Urwin explains why

FDS Southern: Making Cargocall a Global Brand

'From a Jiffy bag to Japan, to a JCB to Jamaica', Cargocall is offering a global service to a huge 'B2B' marketplace. FDS'Southern interviews Managing Director Gary Clere

FDS South East: FDS South East open for business

Offering franchise consultancy, access to online and print publications and additional training expertise, Malcolm Porter tells the story of how he came to become an FDS franchisee and profiles the services he will be offering franchisors

Jani-King (GB) Ltd: Achieve your ambition

The dream of owning his own business, escaping corporate politics and spending more time with his family has been realised by David McNeil with a Jani-King franchise

MFV Expositions: What do expo attendees really know? A special report

The average prospective franchisee now walks into a franchise exhibition with their mind set on a specific industry. They have done their research, often painstakingly for over a year and know what they can and what they want to invest in

MFV Expositions: The sun was shining on the West Coast Franchise Expo

More than 70 per cent of exhibit space is already booked for this year's West Coast Franchise Expo (WCFE) based in Los Angeles, following its success in 2007. Exhibitors had the opportunity to meet prospective franchisees on a one-to-one basis and offered visitors the chance to explore nearly 250 franchise concepts

MFV Expositions: Franchise Expo South heats up Miami Beach

Miami Beach-based Franchise Expo South (FES) is the newest addition to the MFV exhibition family and is already celebrating a similar success to its cousin, the West Coast Franchise Expo in Los Angeles

British Franchise Association (BFA): Find your perfect franchise at Olympia Franchise expo

The British & International Franchise Exhibition, taking place at Olympia in London on Friday 4th & Saturday 5th April 2008, is the ideal place to find inspiration and hundreds of superb proven ideas from around the world

Certax Accounting: Three franchisees join CerTax board

accountancy franchise CerTax Accounting has announced that three of its franchisees, Jon Newton ACA (pictured, right), David Nicoll FFA FCIM (pictured, below right) and Geoff Noble CTA (pictured, bottom right with his wife Lianne) have been appointed to its main franchise board. The three franchisees will use their skills and expertise to help other CerTax franchisees.

FDS South East: FDS opens new office in the South East

Franchise consultancy and The Franchise Magazine publisher Franchise Development Services (FDS) has signed an agreement to open a new office in Reigate, Surrey to service the South East of England.

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