July/August 2007

Autosheen: Autosheen cleans up Bedfordshire's Streets

Autosheen

Autosheen, the UK's leading national mobile valeting organisation, joined forces with Bedfordshire Police and the Road Victims Trust on Sunday 24th June - to clean up the Bedfordshire streets - in more ways than one.

Caremark: Caremark appoints two Franchise Managers

Caremark

THE Managing Director of Caremark has appointed two Franchise Managers to complement the head office team.

Domino's Pizza Group Limited: franchise owner wins award

The owner of four Domino's Pizza franchises has won an award for his outstanding business achievements in the hospitality and catering industry.

London House International Ltd: London House sees growth in national contract business

London House International

London House is reporting a significant rise in work volumes this year for its franchisee network, which has led to network-wide growth and the recruitment of a new investigator at its head office operation.

Martin & Co.: Lettings company opens new franchise in Newport

Lettings company Martin & Co has opened a new branch in Newport through franchisees Neil Williams and Lisa Williams.

Molly Maid UK Ltd: Molly Maid launches new website

Molly Maid UK

cleaning franchise Molly Maid has re-launched its website, which includes new services and information for customers as well as franchisees. One feature of the new website is a password protected section that will enable franchisees to communicate with the Molly Maid Support Office.

Recognition Express: Franchise launches its fourth annual Recognition Awards

Recognition Express

Recognition Express, a company that designs and creates corporate recognition products, has launched its fourth annual Recognition Awards.

Recognition Express: Franchisees awarded for their business performance

Recognition Express

Recognition Express congratulates its franchisees for winning awards acknowledging their performances for the franchise.

Subway Europe: The Subway chain opens 1000th store

Subway, a submarine sandwich franchise, has opened its 1000th store in the UK and Ireland.

TaxAssist Accountants: TaxAssist re-launches Franchise Management Systems

TaxAssist Accountants

TAXASSIST Accountants and Baker Tilly will re-launch their Franchise Management Systems at the bfa Annual Conference this month. The Franchise Management Systems promotes a local relationship with franchisees and allows a close accountant/client relationship to develop on a one to one basis. The system also benefits franchisors as its flexible reporting functions include financial and non...

The Kent Franchising Exhibition...14th/15th September

With over 40 exhibitors, Kent Franchising Exhibition 2007 will take place on the 14th and 15th of September...perfect for anyone who is interested in starting a business and wants to consider franchising as an option.

Aire Serv: Franchise expands into North West

Aire Serv, which provides heating, air conditioning and refrigeration services to the domestic and commercial market, has expanded into the North West. Owned by franchisee Derek Tierney Aire Serv North West is based in Warrington and will serve the Warrington, Widnes, Runcorn and St. Helens areas.

All Fired Up Ceramics Cafe: Cafe chain opens sixth franchise

All Fired Up Ceramics Café has opened its sixth store in Canterbury. The shop was opened by franchisee Alex Irvine, who was previously a science teacher, last Easter.

Apollo Blinds: Apollo Blinds winners Waltz over to Vienna

APOLLO Blinds awarded its top performing franchisees with a trip to Vienna.

Attiva Franchising Ltd: Former retail manager opens first Attiva club in Andove

Attiva, one of the UK's fastest growing health and fitness franchises, is pleased to announce the opening of a new club in Andover. Former retail manager and fitness enthusiast Andrew White and his wife Helen will open the doors to the gym in the Andover town centre on 9 June 2007.

Attiva Franchising Ltd: New franchise is launched in Andover

Attiva, a health and fitness centre franchise, has launched an outlet in Andover. The branch was opened by husband and wife franchisees Andrew and Helen White last June.

Baguette Express: Baguette Express sponsors Edinburgh Marathon

BAGUETTE Express, a snack franchise, has sponsored the Edinburgh Marathon. Baguette Express was established in 1999 and is operated by brothers Robin and Billy Stenhouse.

Baguette Express: Sandwich bar launches first franchise in England

Baguette Express, a sandwich bar franchise, has opened its first outlet in England.

BB's Coffee & Muffins Ltd: BB's toasts success at the 'Sammies'

BB's Coffee & Muffins was awarded a top prize in the British Sandwich Association's 2007 Sammies Awards in recognition of the outstanding success of its sandwich sales, led by the introduction of a new Bloomer Toastie range. BB's were named 'Coffee Bar Sandwich Retailer of the Year'.

BB's Coffee & Muffins Ltd: Coffee chain franchise wins award

Coffee shop chain BB's Coffee & Muffins has won the top prize at the British Sandwich Association's 2007 Sammies Awards.

Beanscene: A passion for coffee and music

COFFEE and music house chain Beanscene has opened its second Beanscene Espresso in Edinburgh. The new outlet opened in South Gyle Business Park at the end of April brings the number of Beanscene stores across Scotland to 14. Additionally the company has launched a franchise strategy with the aim to open up to 45 outlets throughout Scotland within the next three years.

British Franchise Association (BFA): bfa seeks top franchisees

THE British Franchise Association (bfa) is searching for Britain's five top performing franchisees to take part in the bfa Franchisee of the Year Awards 2007.

Coffee Republic: Announcement of Two Major Deals

Coffee Republic, the independent coffee and deli bar operator, has announced that agreements have been reached with CR Coffee Houses Limited for the Master Franchise Agreement for Northern Ireland and Eire and with East Coast Traders Ltd for the UK Regional Development Franchise for the territory of East Anglia.

Coffee Republic: Coffee Republic agrees Dorset deal

Coffee Republic, a UK based coffee shop chain, has agreed a regional development franchise deal for the Dorset area. The deal was made with CR Dorset Ltd and will see the company expand Coffee Republic in the Dorset region.

Coffee Republic: Director of Coffee Republic steps down

The Director of Coffee Republic Brian Carroll has announced that he is leaving the company to pursue other entrepreneurial activities.

D+R The Solutions: Franchising set to revolutionise the marketing industry

A marketing agency is set to change how its industry operates...by launching a franchise opportunity. The agency, D+R, is run by David Dean, who reveals: "We're looking for 35-45 year olds who want to do something with the potential to earn serious money. Our franchisees will expect to earn £80,000 in their first 18 months, which is achievable from signing just 10 clients."

Daily Poppins: Daily Poppins expands across the country

Daily Poppins, a domestic cleaning franchise, is due to launch its 18th franchise in July, covering Peterborough. The company has been expanding throughout the year with franchises opening in Oxford city centre, Wallingford, Oxfordshire and Barnet and Enfield, north London.

Dial-a-Rd: Dial-A-Rad set to launch first wave of franchisees

Dial-A-Rad has revealed to The Franchise Magazine that its first three franchisees are preparing to launch. The company has been established since 1981 and has launched a franchise expansion programme to develop a national network of automotive car radiator specialists.

Drain Doctor Plumbing: 24-hour plumbing company sells its Brighton franchise

Drain Doctor Plumbing, which provides a 24-hour plumbing service throughout the UK, has sold its Brighton franchise.

DU Franchise Ltd: Company aiming to attract more female franchisee

Distribution Unlimited, a leaflet distribution franchise, has created a dress made from leaflets to encourage more women to join its franchise.

Dyno-Rod: Dyno group in top 50 places to work

DYNO group has been placed within the top 50 list of places to work in the UK.

easyHotel: Hotel chain launches first UK franchise

easyHotel, a hotel chain that is part of the easyGroup company and aims to provide value for money accommodation, has launched its first UK franchise.

ElecLocal: Why ElecLocal? Franchisee Darren Sellers tells us...

"Initially I was going to try and launch a business of my own as an electrician but after investigating it I found that it was not as easy as I thought it would be...

Energie Fitness Clubs: Fitness club franchise opens seven new clubs

Fitness club franchise The energie Group has continued its expansion with the opening of seven clubs across its two brands within seven weeks. The two brands consist of energie Fitness for Women club, in which outlets were opened in Newport, Kendal, Oakham, Heswell, Wexford and Ayr and energie Fitness club, in which one club was launched in Warrington.

Fast-Fix Jewelry Repairs: Jewellery repair franchise expands into UK and Ireland

US jewellery and watch repair franchise Fast-Fix is set to expand into the UK and Ireland. The company has sold its Master Franchise for the UK and Ireland to Shane Cooney, a Dublin based former Shell Oil Executive.

FASTSIGNS International Inc: Fastsigns franchise celebrates 12th anniversary

The Fastsigns Crawley branch is celebrating its 12th anniversary. Owned by franchisee Richard Jameson, Fastsigns Crawley specialises in supplying organisations in the area with an extensive range of signage including indoor and outdoor banners, vehicle graphics and pop-up displays.

FASTSIGNS International Inc: Former franchisee appointed managing director

Fastsigns, a company that creates sign and graphic products, has promoted former franchisee Garth Allison to managing director of UK operations.

In-toto: In-toto appoint regional franchise manager

In-toto, a kitchen specialist, has appointed a new regional franchise manger. Andrew Best will join Pam Berry and Steve Saunders as part of the franchise management team, and he will be responsible for the Midlands and south West regions.

Maoz: Chelsea Flower Show Silver medal awarded to Scenic Blue

Scenic Blue a landscape gardening franchise has won the silver medal at this year RHS Chelsea Flower Show. The company gained the prize for their design of an environmentally and ethically aware domestic garden that was visited by British Franchise Association President Sir Bernard Ingham.

PlumbLocal: Why PlumbLocal? Kev Stevely tells us...

"I was previously in the forces, which was quite a stressful job and involved management. I wanted to get back to basics with a hands-on job but still be working with people using my skills and to build on my experience."

Rosemary Conley Diet & Fitness Clubs: Rosemary Conley stars in TV series

Rosemary Conley CBE who owns the Rosemary Conley Diet and Fitness Clubs franchise is to appear in her own television series.

Signs Express: BSGA appoints new President

THE Director of Signs Express has been inaugurated as the President of the British Sign & Graphics Association (BSGA), the sign industry's trade association.

Snappy Snaps: Snappy Snaps launches summer advertising campaign.

Snappy Snaps, a photo and digital specialist franchise, has launched a new advertising campaign in London.

Travel Counsellors: Travel Counsellors launches new training programme

Independent travel agency Travel Counsellors is launching its training programme thetravelacademy. The 12-month programme allows people from outside the travel industry to join the company as Travel Counsellor Associates.

Voucher Packs: A chance to join the advertising industry

A popular service in demand by businesses across the UK, Voucher Packs is expanding its direct mail business via franchising.

Your Move: reflects on success at national franchise conference

YOUR MOVE franchisees from across the UK and senior management from Your Move and LSL Property Services plc, the parent company, met at the Hilton Metropole in Birmingham for the YOUR MOVE national franchising conference.

Yourhomepagein: 'Dragon' on hunt for entrepreneurs

Rachel Elnaugh, one of the UK's best known businesswomen and star of the BBC's Dragons' Den, is on the hunt for entrepreneurs to take on the challenge of launching and running a new, online web-based directory and information resource for local people in all areas of the UK.

Coffee Republic: It all starts with great coffee

The coffee market is booming, Coffee Republic are leading the way and expanding the successful Deli concept across the UK. The UK Franchise Team reports...

Ford Motor Company: Do you have the drive to succeed?

Are you looking for an opportunity to become a franchisee with a global super brand? Ford is seeking new Retail Dealers at locations throughout the UK

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

With a proliferation of building and home renovation TV programmes fuelling the trend for individual self-builds, David Reid Homes is launching its franchise providing a unique design and build service. Rachel Spaul reports

ChipsAway: Making money from scratch

ChipsAway International

World leading SMART (Small and Medium Area Repair Technology) repair specialist ChipsAway International offers an opportunity to make money from your first week in business, thanks to the massive marketplace and largely unfulfilled demand for minor paint damage repair.

Cash Generator: 10th anniversary offer - £30,000 financial support

Cash Generator

Cash Generator is celebrating 10 years of franchising by offering a £30,000 financial support package

Auditel: Proven enduring success

Founded in 1994, with over 100 franchisees established, home-based cost management consultancy franchise Auditel is a market leader. Managing Director Chris Allison explains

Cookerburra Oven Cleaning Services Uk Ltd: Phase Two of the Management Franchise

The Concept...There are 23 million households in the UK, all with an oven. Not to mention the number of commercial ovens. We are looking for people who want to manage a business that cleans these ovens and has the potential to turn over in excess of £250,000. Could you manage a team of technicians with vans, cleaning ovens throughout your own exclusive franchise area?

Apollo Blinds: Industry report results in bumper enquiries

Apollo Blinds has seen an upsurge in the number of enquiries from potential franchisees in the wake of a heavyweight industry report which showed the growth of the window blinds industry over the past five years. General Manager Patrick Harrison reports

TaxAssist Accountants: The TaxAssist brand: Now a powerful tool in business gr

TaxAssist Accountants

In the six months since his last interview, David Dixon has seen his TaxAssist Accountants business go from strength to strength.

Mail Boxes Etc: MBE rewards success

Outstanding franchisees received accolades for their achievements at Mail Boxes Etc.'s recent national conference, reveals Gay Turner

Papa John's: Web superiority leads Papa John's charge

Following major investment into its technical capabilities, Papa John's is experiencing a significant increase in pizzas ordered online - giving franchisees a further boost to their businesses

Northwood (GB) Ltd: Northwood: The Opportunity of a Lifetime

Northwood

Northwood is virtually three franchises in one. This coupled with the distinct advantage it has over its competitors with the Platinum lettings service, unlimited income potential and sensible working hours, has made the NORTHWOOD franchise opportunity unique.

Snack in the Box: Staying focused is the key to success!!

Snack-In-The-Box

Snack-in-the-Box - the franchise with the Cadbury factor. Choose between two fully piloted and tested business opportunities that offer lucrative financial rewards....

Jani-King (GB) Ltd: Create the dream with Jani-King...

Jani-King (GB)

Global contract cleaning company calls for entrepreneurs in search of a different work life...Create the dream with Jani-King...

Jim's Mowing: 'Low price, huge potential'

Offering much more than grass cutting, Jim's Mowing ticked all the right boxes for Edinburgh's David Hughson. Simon Carpenter-Foster interviews

Furniture Medic: The Perfect Business Opportunity

A new found love of furniture making led franchisee Ben Jones to combine his craft with his career thanks to Furniture Medic. Adam Browning interviews

CeX: A dream franchise for gadet lovers

CeX

Essential for modern life, technology is also proving an exciting and dynamic retail market for franchisees. Derin Ibrahim reports

All Trades Network Ltd: Be part of a 74 Million pound a day business.

All Trades Networks

That's how much the UK insurance industry paid out each working day in general insurance claims according to the Association of British Insurers.

Bluebird Care Franchises Ltd: Caring across the UK...

Bluebird Care

Bluebird Care is expanding fast across the UK. As an experienced franchisor in a growth market we have the successful business systems and experience to succeed, giving you a healthy return on your investment.

FranMatch: Franmatch: We'll match you with your ideal franchise

We specialise in matching prospective franchisees like you with franchisors that suit you...

Cookerburra Oven Cleaning Services Uk Ltd: Domestic oven cleaning - A growing market

Domestic oven cleaning is an exciting growth industry, reveals Mike Holloway, Franchise Director of Cookerburra Oven Cleaning Services

Franchise Development Services (FDS): Considering franchising your business?

Are you looking for a low-cost, practical and profitable way to expand your business whereby you can invite serious investors to become part of your expansion plans? Roy Seaman recommends you consider franchising your business

Swisher: Franchise Profile: Swisher - quality & customer care

Swisher

A highly respected brand within the washroom sector and an award-winning franchisor, Swisher aims to make its name synonymous with washrooms. Marilyn Keen, Director, answer our questions

Auditel: Helping smaller businesses

AUDITEL, the cost and purchase management franchised consultancy, has launched a scheme to enable it to assist small companies in reducing costs.

Mundays Solicitors: Running for Great Britain

A Legal Executive for Mundays Solicitors is due to represent Great Britain by competing in the Duathlon event at the World Championships and the European Championships.

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