October 2005

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Cash Generator: Franchisee of the Year winner

Cash Generator has awarded Richard Knibbs, one of its longest serving franchisees, with its Franchisee of the Year Award.

ComputerXplorers Ltd: National Franchise Organisation joins BAPC

ComputerXplorers, the dynamic new national franchise chain, has joined the British Association for Print and Communication (BAPC) en masse.

Domino's Pizza Group Limited: The Benefits of a Career Change

A recent survey revealed that 40% of the UK workforce has at some time suffered from severe stress at work, caused by an unreasonable boss. Whilst starting up a business is challenging, being able to control one's destiny and being the top decision-maker is an attraction for many, and far outweighs the disadvantages of long hours and hard work.

Driver Hire Nationwide: Former BFA Director finds success with Driver Hire

Simon Wise, the former Deputy Director of the British Franchise Association, is proving that franchising works.

McDonald's: The world's best known franchise teams with DreamWorks

DreamWorks Animation SKG and McDonald's Corporation have announced a two-year worldwide marketing and promotional relationship.

Mr Electric: Aire Serv Joins forces with Mr Electric

C.C. Houlston (Franchising) Ltd the master licensee for the successful Mr Electric UK operation, has announced the acquisition of Aire Serv UK for an undisclosed sum.

Subway Europe: Subway open 100TH Greater London Store

The SUBWAY® chain, makers of the world's favourite SUB sandwich, is closer to overtaking the number of Pret a Manger and McDonald's stores in Greater London, following the opening of the SUBWAY chain's 100th Greater London store in 4 Berners Street, W1.

TaxAssist Accountants: Taxation franchise invests in law service

Small business tax and accountancy franchise TaxAssist Accountants has enlisted the help of Leathes Prior Solicitors to provide a specialist HR and Employment Law service to all its shop-based franchisees.

A guide to Business Format Franchising

Roy Seaman, director of Franchise Development Services, explains all you need to know and understand in relation to Business Format Franchising and the real value of Franchise Consultants.

BFA secures 'Investors in People' accreditation

The British Franchise Association has been awarded 'Investors in People' accreditation in recognition of its achievements in improving performance through its people.

FDS forms the International Govt. Franchise Initiative

A leading Franchise consultancy group is spearheading a major US and international government supported initiative, designed to facilitate the growth of cross-border Franchising.

Franchise Publications

FDS publishes a full range of franchise publications, magazines and directories that cover UK franchising and international franchise opportunities. Here is an introduction to the range available:

0800 Handyman: Search For Plumber Leads To Star-Studded Success

0800handyman - the 'odd jobs' firm to the stars - has built up nine franchises since launching its first two years ago. Now it wants to treble that within ten months. Bruce Greig, the Oxford graduate turned handyman who launched the company in 2001, is looking for more graduates and career high-flyers to buy a franchise and help build the company across the UK.

Apollo Blinds: Apollo blinds franchisee saves TV show

Apollo Blinds' Bristol franchisee has come to the rescue of a Channel Five TV show with a "blindingly"quick response to a plea.

Bartercard: Success for Bartercard

Bartercard International, the business-to-business trading exchange, will be celebrating this quarter as it completes Aus$100 million worth of trading online through its dedicated members portal.

Cookerburra Oven Cleaning Services Uk Ltd: Cookerburra speaks at BFA conference

Cookerburra was invited to speak at the British Franchise Association annual conference held recently. Director David Dymond took the podium first and delivered an informative presentation describing Cookerburra's marketing strategies.

Drain Doctor Plumbing: Drain Doctor's holiday reward for franchisees

Seven Drain Doctor Plumbing franchisees have been whisked away with their partners to Venice for a long weekend as a reward for producing the most business per capita from their franchise areas over the past year.

Eddie Rockets: Eddie Rockets Opens 25th City Diner

Eddie Rockets City Diner, the top Irish-owned chain of 1950's American-themed diners will be officially opening its 25th diner on Friday 14th of October with the launch of its newest diner in The Omni Shopping Centre in Santry, Dublin 9.

Explorer Travel: Explorer Travel strikes a balance

Explorer Travel, a travel agency brand with a 10-year pedigree, is expanding nationwide via franchising to accommodate the growing numbers of holidaymakers who book online and exploit the subsequent decline of high street travel agencies.

GreenThumb Ltd: Greenthumb's fast growing customer base

A fast-growing lawn care company is signing up new customers at the rate of one every minute.

Gymboree Play & Music: Gymboree gets active with Pampers

Gymboree has teamed up with Pampers, one of the world's leading providers of children's nappies, to create the 'Pampers Activity Wheel' as part of a marketing campaign for Active Fit nappies.

Jaguar Couriers: Jaguar Couriers welcomes rise in Euro business

Monday mornings are not usually the best time to make sales calls, or so Jaguar Couriers Commercial Director Andy Davies thought. With just one call he secured several weeks worth of work to the Czech Republic.

Mail Boxes Etc: Mail Boxes Etc. announces 100th centre

Specialist business service franchise Mail Boxes Etc. (MBE) has opened its 100th centre in the UK and Ireland, following rapid growth over the past two years.

Papa John's: Grab a pizza the West Scottish market

With 3,000 outlets worldwide, Papa John's might be one of the world's leading pizza delivery restaurant groups, yet it is currently virtually unknown in Scotland.

Printing.com: Printing.com sees network growth

Printing.com is continuing to grow its specialist printing chain by opening an outlet every fifth working day, confirms Chairman George Hardie.

Prontaprint Ltd: Success for Chester franchisee

One year after taking on Prontaprint Chester, franchisees Noel and Nicci McLaughlin have made the centre a business success story by bringing in a raft of new clients and increasing the expenditure of their top 20 clients by over 15 per cent.

Riverford Organic Vegetables Ltd: Riverford Conference and awards success

Riverford Organic Vegetables Ltd has held its second annual conference.

Sliderobes: Sliderobe franchisees celebrate first year of business

Two local businessmen, Ray Smallwood and Neil Paterson, are celebrating their first year in business together, since swapping very pressurised jobs in industry for running a home furnishing showroom, close to home.

Totally Dynamic: A Totally Dynamic franchise opportunity

Vehicle Wrapping is one of the most exciting and fastest growing areas of the sign and graphics industry. It is rapidly becoming the preferred way for businesses to promote their goods and services on anything from company cars to trucks and buses.

Trespass: Trespass to grant Regional Master Licenses for the UK

Already recognised as a leading manufacturer and retailer of performance and fashion clothing in the UK, Trespass is granting Regional Master Licences to carefully selected individuals and companies.

Chemex International Ltd (UK): A proven route to success...

Giving you the key to a business that works

Chemex have been manufacturing and supplying their range of cleaning, hygiene and maintenance products, business to business via their franchisees' mobile showrooms for over 20 years. This established, proven concept gives them a huge advantage in the marketplace, and has set Chemex as the leading franchise in mobile distribution.

Signs Express: Join An Award Winning Team !

McDonald's: The franchise you can love

When it comes to delivering the McDonald's brand promise directly to our customer, every hour of the day, every day of the year, we rely heavily on our franchisees. Worldwide, over 70 per cent of our 30,000+ restaurants are run by independent entrepeneurs - making us the largest and most successful franchising company.

RainSoft (Aquion): A clear leader in water treatment systems

Over the last 50 years, water consumption in the United States alone increased by more than 100 percent,"reveals Tony Sharma, Director, Business Development of RainSoft. "In the same period, it rose by more than 500 per cent in Europe and 300 per cent in Africa. Many experts predict that world consumption will double by the year 2020."

ChipsAway: Love cars... you'll love this franchise!

Whatever your achievement goals, ChipsAway offers a serious earnings opportunity. Megan Dunmore speaks to a franchisee who has achieved his goals with a ChipsAway franchise

Papa John's: New innovations at Papa John's

With continued innovation characterising UK development of Papa John's, Business Development Manager Paul Youngman reflects on this award-winning international food brand

Comfort Keepers: You could make a real difference...

If you're searching for a more rewarding career, a Comfort Keepers franchise could be the perfect solution. Megan Dunmore reports

Original Poster Company Ltd: The hallmark of a good franchise

Having awarded all of its 71 UK and Ireland franchises, international greeting card franchisor The Original Poster Company is offering select established businesses as re-sales.

Curves International, Inc: Number one for women's fitness

A health and fitness franchise built on passion and compassion, Curves has cornered the US market. Rachel Spaul reports on the brand's rapid expansion across the UK

Apollo Blinds: Looking towards the future

Apollo Blinds is embarking on a large-scale franchise network expansion plan that will see it double its number of franchisees over the next five years. General Manager Patrick Harrison speaks to Paul Kirby about the company's new impetus

GreenThumb Ltd: '100% success rate'

With a system that works and a service that sells, the Stevensons felt they couldn't go wrong with their GreenThumb franchise. Rachel Spaul tells their story

Molly Maid UK Ltd: Own a Molly Maid franchise and you'll clean up

The domestic cleaning market is worth £3billion+ and is growing fast

Cash Generator: Has the Economy Changed?

The Cash Generator concept has been developed with three income streams to enable it to flourish in a variety of market conditions. With economic uncertainty widespread, Founder Brian Lewis talks to Stuart Anderson about the possibility that there is a major change taking place in the British economy

Snack in the Box: In association with Cadbury

Two case studies about how Snack In The Box (SITB) helps their franchisees set up and build their snack vending businesses.

Belvoir Lettings: Get ahead & stay ahead with Belvoir

With its branded shop concept providing franchisees with a first class advertising medium, Belvoir has helped more than 85 people nationwide get into the residential lettings market. Rachel Spaul reports

Prontaprint Ltd: Join a Superbrand

Laird MacKay, Managing Director of Prontaprint, outlines the company's heightened recruitment drive during National Franchise Week

Agency Express: Join the record-breaking franchise

With almost 20 per cent of the UK's estate agents on board as clients, Agency Express has enjoyed a record-breaking year. Founder and Managing Director Stephen Watson reflects on its success

Cookerburra Oven Cleaning Services Uk Ltd: Operating profitably in over 20 regions nationwide

Franchising as a business format naturally lends itself to family franchising, as in most cases training and support is extended to spouses and partners. Cookerburra, a family run business itself, has already recruited a number of couples and has recently set up franchises for the next generation of existing franchisees.

TaxAssist Accountants: Build a business at an aspirational rate

TaxAssist Accountants has upgraded its launch support to provide a bigger head start for new franchisees. Stuart Anderson reports

Hire Intelligence UK: Take the fast lane in high-tech rentals

Hire Intelligence franchisees are outgrowing their rental businesses competitors thanks to international support, a successful UK franchise network and a bespoke management system. Rachel Spaul reports

Castle Estates: Looking for a growing market?

For those considering a growth market in franchising now could be the best time to consider a lettings and property management franchise offered by Castle Estates.

Dream Doors: Enjoy dramatic sales growth

Reporting dramatic sales growth despite current market conditions, Dream Doors franchisees speak to Stuart Anderson and Mark Ponsford

Northwood (GB) Ltd: The opportunity of a lifetime

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

Minuteman Press International: Number 1 in Printing

Minuteman provides a service where every business is a potential customer

Certax Accounting: The Accountancy & Tax Advisory Franchise

The Accountancy & Tax Advisory Franchise That Embodies Quality And Professionalism. Three CerTax franchisees tell their story...

Bartercard: The Smart Business Opportunity

sell goods and services without using cash to pay for them, placing you in contact with over...

Coffee Republic: It all starts with great coffee

One of the UK's original international-style espresso bar chains, Coffee Republic is to offer franchises for the first time. Coffee Republic's Brian Carroll reports

SuperSeal International Limited: SuperSeal Your Future

SuperSeal International Limited is the world leader in puncture protection. The company is involved in the manufacture, supply and installation of a Universal Tyre Sealant System which puncture proofs a tyre for its entire legal life. SuperSeal is the only tyre sealant company in the world which has PRODUCT LIABILITY FOR €6.5 MILLION THROUGH LLOYDS OF LONDON.

CeX: With CeX, the sky's the limit

We're an energetic and enthusiastic retail brand seeking like-minded individuals keen to make substantial profits from the buying and selling of quality second-hand products ranging from, Videogames, DVD, Mobile Phones, Electronics and Computing.

Thebestof: 'It really is phenomenal'

Most franchisees are recouping their investment in less than three months. Franchise Recruitment Manager Cat Foulkes explains

Snack Machine: A tempting choice

Heading a new-launch franchise that provides the franchisee with the freedom to set price levels, Dominic Southin of Snack Machine speaks to Richard McTiernan

Jaguar Couriers: Delivering a professional franchise package

Due to growing UK and European demand, Jaguar Couriers is expanding its tailor-made delivery business nationwide via franchising. Rachel Spaul investigates

London House International Ltd: Build a business with a serious income

After a decade of established operations, risk control services franchise London House is closing in on network completion with a selection of important areas still available for business builders. Stuart Anderson reports

Stageability: Strong growth and satisfaction

StageAbility Founders Gary and Ann Sullivan speak to Stuart Anderson about their exciting plans to expand their high growth business across the UK

Pentagon (UK) Ltd: Boxed for your business success

If you're looking for a rewarding, white collar business that can either be operated full or part-time from home or premises, debt management franchise €urodebt is worth further scrutiny. Rachel Spaul reports

Certax Accounting: Finding My Franchise...

How I researched the opportunities available.

Revive (UK) Ltd: The Competitive Edge...

My franchise beats the competition.

Matrix-Direct-Recycle Limited: Prior to Franchising...I was a Royal Navy Officer

After spending most of the past 22 years aboard submarines patrolling the world's oceans, you could easily think that your choice of career might be limited.

Explorer Travel: Run your own fun and exciting internet travel business

Traditional travel agents can't compete - join the travel revolution. Our business operates 24 hours a day - every day. It's fun, exciting and successful.

Revive (UK) Ltd: Revive! your 9-5

Revive! is a National Franchise Company with a high quality mobile service repairing minor damage on vehicles.

Spic & Span: Celebrating seven years of success

The deal is on the table. Are you a six figure business builder?

Tongue Tied Ltd: Specialists in success

Tongue Tied's first-rate services are proving indispensable to its franchisees' clients. Adam Browning reports

Trugreen: Enjoy Working Outdoors? Let's Talk Business

With over three million customers in the USA alone, TruGreen positions itself as by far the largest lawn care company worldwide. Adam Browning interviews UK Managing Director Ken Dennis who asks: 'Do you want access to a huge potential market with regular repeat business, much of which is on an all-year-round basis?'

A sharp exit

The franchisor needs to actively encourage re-sales to its franchisee network, both via outside purchasers and between franchisees. The re-sales process can be painless and profitable, says John Chambers of Chambers & Co

10 tips on selecting a winning franchise

Drawing on 25 years of experience in assisting franchisees to select the right franchise, The Franchise Magazine publisher Roy Seaman offers his top 10 tips for getting your franchise research right

Never mind the quality, feel the width

The 1967 BBC comedy 'Never Mind the Quality...' concerning a pair of tailors at loggerheads over quality of service captured a dubious ethos that franchisors must avoid. BFA South West Regional Chairman and Swisher Development Director Marilyn Keen reflects on the importance of identifying ethical franchisors through the British Franchise Association

Venture Marketing Group: Ambassadors for ethical franchising

Through a series of events, the British Franchise Association promotes ethical franchising. Event Manager Pip Wilkins reviews some of the Association's successes this year and previews National Franchise Week

Do you have the right partner?

When considering which bank to approach to assist in investing in a franchise, it is important for prospective franchisees to consider the services and support the bank will provide as well as the cost element, argues Royal Bank of Scotland National Franchise Manager Alan Smart

Northwood (GB) Ltd: Top for Training...Supported by my franchisor

Researching business models for his previous employer, Nick Harris discovered the benefits and potential of franchising.

Starbrite Chemicals Ltd: Prior to Franchising...I worked for a Sheikh

As an estate manager for a Sheikh, Chris Stevenson had spent the last decade looking after all manner of interests for the super-rich.

Protect your investment

The franchise agreement defines the success or failure of the relationship between franchisor and franchisee. Mike Barlow of Franchise Lawyers Leathes Prior explains

Chemex International Ltd (UK): Chemex re-brands for 20th anniversary

As part of the bi-annual conference and 20th anniversary celebrations, Chemex unveiled a new logo and liveried van. Rachel Spaul reviews the event and discovers what this means for franchisees

Snack in the Box: The Patterson File: Meet the new SITB head office team

Following a management buy-out, Snack-in-the-Box has three new directors: Managing Director Bill Owen, Operations Director Mike Funston and Sales Director Matthew O'Neil. Gordon Patterson interviews the new leadership on the future direction of the franchise

A major player in franchising

In the first of a series of interviews with the founders of franchising Stuart Anderson talks to Jim Zockoll, who became one of the first UK franchisors with Dyno-Rod in 1965

Franchising your business? Talk to the experts

More than 40 per cent of companies that try to franchise their businesses without professional advice and guidance fail within three years. When considering franchising your business, ensure you consult with the experts, urges FDS Managing Director Roy Seaman

Rome wasn't built in a day - franchise networks

Developing a successful franchise network is a bit like building a house. To ensure that your house is strong, you need to ensure that it is built on firm ground and has solid foundations. Tony Urwin explains

Subway Europe: Flex your business muscles in the sun

Thinking of moving abroad? Rachel Spaul reports on an opportunity to enjoy the sun of Spain or Portugal as the owner of a Subway franchise

Venture Marketing Group: The UK's leading franchise exhibition

With hundreds of exhibitors to meet and thought provoking seminars to attend, pre-planning is valuable when attending the National Franchise Exhibition 2005.

Subway Europe: hungry for more locations in shopping centres in the UK

The SUBWAY chain, the world's largest submarine sandwich franchise, has more than 500 outlets located in shopping centres worldwide. The chain is keen to drive development in this sector in the UK and Ireland and is exhibiting at this year's British Council of Shopping Centre's Annual Conference and Retail Showcase in Belfast on 31st October to 2nd November. The SUBWAY chain's team can be...

Thebestof: Community website franchise launches

A comprehensive community website is shaking up the franchise industry having recruited 64 franchisees in just two months with a further 250 planned over the next nine months.

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