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July/August 2008: Hell Pizza: New franchisees sought to help with its expanion plans
Hell Franchising is on the look out for new franchisees after announcing its plans to expand its pilot Hell Pizza operation based in Fulham, London. Through franchising the company hopes to launch 25 to 30 more restaurants across the capital in the next two and a half years, before branching out to other cities across the UK.

July/August 2008: Ovenu: Ovenu franchisee offers new service for military person
An Ovenu franchisee has launched a new oven cleaning service specifically designed for military families based in Aldershot. Franchisee Les Davis operates in the Camberley, Sandhurst, Farnborough, Farnham and Aldershot area.

July/August 2008: The Little Gym: Sixth franchise is opened in Bishop Stortford
The Little Gym is to continue its expansion across the UK and has opened its sixth children’s gym facility in Bishop Stortford. The Little Gym intends to open nine more gyms within the next 10-12 months situated in Basingstoke, Beaconsfield, Guildford, Hampstead, Harpenden, Harrogate, Kensington, Weybridge and Windsor.

July/August 2008: Drain Doctor: Drain Doctor Plumbing customer becomes franchisee
Drain Doctor Plumbing’s focus on customer service attracts another franchisee. Sel Fayyad a previous Drain Doctor customer has purchased the South London Drain Doctor territory that covers Croydon, Brixton, Battersea, Camberwell and the surrounding area.

July/August 2008: Signs Express: Double celebration for Signs Express franchise
Staff at Signs Express, Milton Keynes are celebrating 13 years of success and the completion of a signage project for the Sports Hall at Milton Keynes College. The 13 years of productive business have been marked by the move to a new premises and larger production unit, situated not far from the company’s previous location on Alston Drive, Bradwell Abbey.

July/August 2008: Riverford Organic Vegetables: 100th franchisee for Riverford Organic Vegetables
Organic vegetable box scheme Riverford Organic Vegetables has signed its 100th franchisee, Dave Hanlon. Dave will distribute seasonal vegetables to customers across Stockport and Macclesfield.

July/August 2008: Drain Doctor: Drain Doctor welcomes new franchisee
Drain Doctor plumbing has welcomed new franchisee Michael Burrows to the network. Michael purchased the Leicester franchise and will provide emergency plumbing and drainage repairs to residents within the city and surrounding villages. Prior to joining Drain Doctor, Michael was a soldier with the 1st Battalion Royal Green Jackets and supervisor in a plumbing business, managing a team of 12

July/August 2008: Card Connection: Four franchisees purchase second territory in 12 months
Greeting card publisher and supplier Card Connection has announced that four of its franchisees have purchased an additional territory in the last 12 months. The fourth franchisee to double their territory size is Paul Davis. He owns the Chelmsford territory and recently acquired the Colchester territory.

July/August 2008: WSI: Online advertising spending to reach £3 billion
Research conducted by Internet consultant firm, WSI has found that money spent on online advertising is set to increase by almost 23 per cent this year, making the total spent in excess of £3 billion.

July/August 2008: Rush: Rush announces UK expansion plans
Award-winning hair salon franchise Rush is on the look out for new franchisees to help with its rapid expansion plans to open 20 new salons this year, increasing to over 200 over the next five years. Rush’s Director of Franchising John Murphy is responsible for supervising the company’s expansion.

July/August 2008: Ovenu: Ovenu welcomes new franchisee
Professional oven cleaning company Ovenu welcomes its newest franchisee Christine Peel from Northumberland.

July/August 2008: Medics on the Move: Medics on the Move seeks franchisees
Property services franchise Medics on the Move seeks new franchisees to aid its nationwide expansion. Prospective franchisees require excellent customer service skills; need to be well organised and practical. A background in the property industry is not necessary as full training is provided.

July/August 2008: HiQ: HiQ announces expansion plans and marketing investment
Vehicle servicing and tyre fast fit network HiQ seeks new franchisees to help with its new accelerated expansion plan and has unveiled its largest marketing investment, with the three-year sponsorship of the British Touring Car Championship. HiQ intends to transfer the existing company-owned stores into 15 regional zones, which can be operated by a franchise partner.

July/August 2008: Fastsigns International: FASTSIGNS announces winner of Sales Improvement Award
FASTSIGNS has announced Mark Phelps as its winner of the Sales Improvement Award at the company’s 11th annual franchise meeting. Mark has operated the Kingston upon Thames franchise since 2005 and recently acquired a second FASTSIGNS franchise in Staines.

July/August 2008: Prontaprint: Business partners create PRONTAPRINT’s largest group
Business partners Marios Maratheftis and Colin Greaves (pictured left (L-R)) have taken over the ownership of a Prontaprint franchise in Leicester...the print and design centre where they began their careers over 20 years ago!

July/August 2008: PCC (Professional Car Cleaning): PCC franchisee secures Renault Ride & Drive contract
Professional Car Cleaning (PCC) franchisee Peter Carmichael (pictured right) has secured a substantial contract from Renault R&D to valet around 500 vehicles over six months at venues across the UK as the Renault Ride & Drive Road Show season gets underway. Peter, who celebrates his two year anniversary with the rapidly expanding PCC network this summer, is being supported on the project by his neighbouring franchisee Wayne Ward.

July/August 2008: Recognition Express: THE TIME IS RIGHT
Recognition Express has launched a new franchise in Nottingham West covering Nottingham and Derby, through franchisee Des Rennell.

July/August 2008: Certax Accounting: TARGET: £350k pa
Rugby based Certax Accounting franchisee David Nicoll has reached a new milestone for the company’s franchisee network by becoming its largest single operation.

July/August 2008: Chemex International: Chemex strengthens head office team
Cleaning and hygiene specialist Chemex International is strengthening its management team as part of its continuing expansion. The company has appointed James Trahearn and Ron Hutton (pictured (L-R) above) as a Non-Executive Director and Sales Director respecitively, while an additional Non-Executive Director with extensive chemical and hygiene industry experience is being sought to add further impetus to the organisation.

July/August 2008: Apollo Blinds: Apollo Blinds aims for ‘wow factor’
Apollo Blinds’ newly launched collection of Roman blinds has been well received by the company’s network of franchisees across the UK. The range, developed by the team at Apollo Blinds led by Helen Kilvington, was designed to be bold and provide franchisees with a collection book which would excite their customers.

July/August 2008: Forces Recruitment Services: New forces franchise launches
Forces Recruitment Services has launched a national franchisee recruitment programme to build on the success of its two pilot frachisees. The company, which was the first commercial recruitment consultancy set up with the sole purpose of placing ex-military candidates, has helped to resettle hundreds of servicemen and women since its launch in 2001.

July/August 2008: EmbroidMe: EmbroidMe World President launches UK roll out
Global franchise brand EmbroidMe, which originated in the USA and has established international franchise operations in Canada, the Caribbean, Australia, New Zealand, Spain, the Netherlands and Ireland, has added momentum to the launch of its first UK store earlier this year with the visit of the network’s World President Mark Johnson.

July/August 2008: Advanced Media Information: AMI supplies 25th unit to Hilton Hotel
Advanced Media Information (AMI) has announced the installation of its 25th touch screen kiosk. The company, which was established in 2007, offers franchisees the opportunity to supply hotels with a multi-lingual electronic concierge system which provides guests with recommendations, directions and distances to local restaurants, bars, clubs, shops, chemists, taxis and attractions.

July/August 2008: The Business Booster: Franchisor writes book For Dummies
The publishers of the For Dummies series, the worldwide best-selling series of reference books, are releasing a UK version of Selling For Dummies with the help of a sales specialist from the franchise field.

July/August 2008: MortgageForce: ‘Major industry coup’ for Mortgage Force
Mortgage broker franchise Mortgage Force has been named Best Large Mortgage Firm 2008 at the Financial Adviser Mortgage Awards. This is the second year running that the award has been given to Mortgage Force, which is a wholly owned subsidiary of the West Bromwich Building Society and has over 180 franchised offices nationwide.

July/August 2008: Merry Maids: Merry Maids names top franchisees
Merry Maids has announced the winners of its Dallen Peterson Founders Award. Presented with the award at the annual Merry Maids Seminar, Newbury franchisees Carrie and Phil Hillen won in recognitioon of their “highest achievement in pursuit of excellence and professional management”.

July/August 2008: Belvoir Lettings: 4 new franchisees launch with Belvoir
Lettings agency Belvoir has launched four new franchises based in Ilford, Sitcup, Otley and Stirling and has six more opening this summer as part of its national expansion programme for 2008. The six due to open will be based in Newcastle under Lyne, Wigan, North Ayreshire, Stockport, Wolverhampton and Huddersfield.

July/August 2008: Subway Sandwiches: Subway beats Tesco to number one spot
sandwich bar franchise Subway, which now has over 1,100 locations operating in the UK, has become the leading sandwich retailer in the country according to a report published by the British Sandwich Association in May. The international quick service brand tallied up sales of £300 million, nearly twice that of the second-placed retailer Tesco.

July/August 2008: Filtafry Plus (Filta Group): New appointment leads new FiltaFry recruitment drive
Fryer management service FiltaFry has appointed a new Franchise Manager with a mission to grow its franchise network through the recruitment of entrepreneurial individuals with vision and ambition.

June 2008: HiQ: Expansion plans for HiQ
Vehicle servicing and tyre fast fit company HiQ has unveiled its rapid expansion plans, which will see its 109 company-owned outlets across England and Wales being split into 15 regional zones and each zone made available for a franchise partnership.

June 2008: Caremark: 30 per cent growth recorded by Caremark (Leeds)

June 2008: 4 Seasons Air Conditioning: 4 Seasons launches franchising opportunity
Air conditioning company 4 Seasons has launched its franchise opportunity with help from Franchise Development Services Northern after the success of pilot operations in Liverpool and Durham. The company is now on the look out for prospective franchisees to grow the brand nationally.

June 2008: Drain Doctor: Drain Doctor launches new training initiative
Plumbing and drainage franchise Drain Doctor has unveiled its new Service With Attitude Training (SWAT) initiative at a convention held in Stratford-upon- Avon with help from Mike Stone and Beth Dobkin, from Drain Doctor’s American sister company Mr Rooster.

June 2008: ComputerXplorers: New Computer Xplorers franchise launched in Wales
Children’s computer tuition franchise Computer Xplorers has signed its latest franchisee John Reynolds, who will operate in South East Wales.

June 2008: Fastsigns International: FASTSIGNS help rally driver
FASTSIGNS in Kingston is celebrating the swift completion of a last minute vehicle re-branding project for world-famous, rally driver and seven-time winner of the Xtreme Rallysport trophy, Alexander Roy.

June 2008: Berkley Brewer: A new franchise opportunity for the UK
Menswear suit franchise Berkley Brewer seeks new franchisees to help customers balance their work and life commitments.

June 2008: ORCA: ORCA announces nationwide recruitment drive plans
ORCA websites has launched a nationwide recruitment drive and has 447 territories available to purchase and hopes to attract prospective franchisees with business management and people skills.

June 2008: Startups.co.uk: Startups Awards looking for successful business owners
Startups.co.uk has launched its Startups Awards 2008, which celebrate and reward the most outstanding new companies across the UK.

June 2008: O'Briens: Sandwich bar franchise continues Scottish expansion
Hand cut sandwich and gourmet coffee chain O’ Briens continues its Scottish expansion with the opening of its 43rd outlet in Scotland, situated in the Winter Garden at Silverburn, Scotland’s largest shopping centre, Glasgow. The 84-seat mall café is the first of three to open before the end of May. The other two cafes will be based in Kilmarnock and Gretna.

June 2008: British Franchise Association (BFA): The bfa launches its Franchisee of the Year Awards
The British Franchise Association (bfa) has launched its annual Franchisee of the Year Awards, sponsored by HSBC Bank and Express Newspapers. For this year’s Awards the judging panel are looking for franchisees whose businesses have outperformed competitors and excelled at ‘Managing Change’, which is the theme for the Awards.

June 2008: Driver Hire: More Driver Hire managers invest in a franchise
Transport and logistics recruitment specialist Driver Hire has announced that four members of its management team have made the transition from employee to franchisee in the last 12 months.

June 2008: Higgs and Sons: Higgs & Sons a bfa affiliate
Law firm Higgs & Sons is one of under 50 UK based firms to become an affiliate member of franchising governing body, the British Franchise Association (bfa). Affiliation is only available to companies that offer professional advice to the franchising community and can demonstrate an in-depth knowledge, franchising experience coupled with references from other professionals.

June 2008: No Letting Go: No Letting Go opens first Northern office
Inventory Management franchise No Letting Go has launched its first franchise in the North, which is based in Newcastle Upon Tyne and run by Jamie Reddihough.

June 2008: Kingsmaid: Kingsmaid welcomes three new franchisees to its network
Domestic and Commercial cleaning service Kingsmaid now has 22 franchises operating in its network, after the addition of three new franchisees, Tony Whittam from Blackburn and Burnley, Jason Oliver from Buckinghamshire and Sharon Covus from Cornwall.

June 2008: Drain Doctor: Franchisee sponsors local Primary School football team
Drain Doctor’s winner of the most Progressive New Franchise award, James Stairmand from Middlesborough, has offered to sponsor Grange Town Primary School football team and has purchased a new kit for the team.

June 2008: Ed's Garden Maintenance: Ed’s Garden Maintenance exceeds growth target
Ed’s Garden Maintenance is enjoying a double celebration as it marks its first birthday with 10 franchisees in its network. The company founder, Edward Maulever made a target for Ed’s Garden Maintenance to sign up six franchises within the first year of business and he has managed to beat this by 67 per cent.

June 2008: Signs Express: Signs Express helps promote Marie Curie Sahara trek
Signs Express, Cardiff and Ad Taxi are working together to help promote the Marie Curie charity Sahara trek that takes place 20-24th November 2008, which has been organised to help raise funds for the local hospice in Penarth.

June 2008: Gymboree: Gymboree acquisition of Messy Monsters completed
Gymboree, a franchise that provides classes for the under fives, has recently acquired Messy Monsters, an arts franchise for pre-schoolers. Following the acquisition 15 former Messy Monsters franchisees have been converted and re-branded into Gymboree Arts. This has meant that Gymboree now offers classes across the UK with 50 franchisees and over 10,000 children attending one of its classes each week.

June 2008: Tiffinbites: Tiffinbites announces major UK expansion plans
Indian restaurant chain Tiffinbites has revealed plans to open 50 restaurants nationwide by the end of 2009 as part of its nationwide expansion and rapid franchising programme. The company, which launched its first international franchisee in Dubai last year, is also on the look out for master franchisees to help take Tiffinbites to other countries.

June 2008: Prestige Nursing: Prestige Nursing improves franchise package
Nursing agency Prestige Nursing Ltd has announced its decision to review its franchise package and offer prospective franchisees an enhanced service. The service will involve Prestige Nursing taking care of the franchisees’ payroll, invoice functions and recruitment administration, leaving franchisees free to focus on building up the business with ongoing support from the franchisor.

June 2008: PCC (Professional Car Cleaning): Record breaking launch for two PCC franchisees
Professional Car Cleaning (PCC) Operations Director Stewart Davies has confirmed that two PCC franchisees, Andrew and Stuart Lewis, have broken the PCC record for the most successful launch week.

June 2008: Apollo Blinds: Sales increase as more homeowners turn to decorating
Window Blind store franchise Apollo Blinds has reported an increase in sales as more homeowners turn to decorating their properties rather than selling them as a result of the slowing housing market.

June 2008: MyHome Residential Cleaning: Myhome re-brands its domestic services
Home services franchisor Myhome International plc has re-branded and consolidated its core domestic services under the distinctive Myhome banner. The company hopes the move will enable it to capitalise on its status within the home services industry by increasing customer awareness and promotional opportunities.

June 2008: Safeclean: Mike White announced Franchisee of the Year
Carpet and upholstery cleaning franchise Safeclean has announced Mike White the winner of its ‘Franchisee of the Year award.’ Mike’s territory includes Bourne and Spalding and has been extended to include Peterborough.

June 2008: Sonic Golf: Sonic Golf awarded three-year contract with The Belfry
Sonic Golf has signed an exclusive three-year contract with business, golf and leisure resort The Belfry. Sonic Golf has supplied the resort with three golf machines and has trained 20 existing members of The Belfry’s staff who will deliver the service.

June 2008: Cash Generator: Cash Generator buy out fuels future growth
National buy, sell & loan store group Cash Generator has been sold to its management. The business, which was founded in 1994 by Brian Lewis with a single store in Bradshawgate, Bolton, has grown into a national chain, which includes 13 company-owned stores and 60 franchised premises with the group now employing over 400 people.

June 2008: Card Connection: Card Connection integrates with UK Greetings LTD
Greeting card publisher and franchise Card Connection has become part of UK Greetings Limited (UKG). UKG is a British subsidiary of American Greetings Inc AG and supplies well known brands such as Carlton, Forget Me Not, Gibson, Camden Graphics and Hanson White to the majority of the UK’s leading retailers including WH Smith, Tesco, Clinton Cards, Boots, Birthdays, Asda and Woolworths as well as 4,500 independent retailers.

June 2008: The Snippet: A good investment for people wanting to work from home
Weekly magazine franchise The Snippet is a suitable investment for those wanting to work from home either on a full or part-time basis. Like in the case of one mother Helen, who decided to purchase the Leicester-based franchise.

June 2008: TruGreen: TruGreen says farewell to Network Manager
Professional lawn care franchise TruGreen has announced that its Network Manager Eric Sturdy is to leave the company after 16 years of service. Throughout his career with the company Eric played an instrumental role in developing the business and helped set up new franchises.

June 2008: Premier Sport: Olympic medallists make appearance at Olympia
Children’s sports coaching company Premier Sport provided visitors to the recent British & International Franchise Exhibition in London with an opportunity to meet with Olympic medal winners, Duncan Goodhew MBE (pictured (R) with Premier Sport Franchise Development Director Jonathan Mills) and Wendy Sly.

June 2008: Molly Maid UK: MOLLY MAID National Conference a success
MOLLY MAID UK has held its National three day Conference, this year entitled ‘Setting Sale,” at The Abbey Hotel in Great Malvern. The conference gave franchise owners the opportunity to get together, share their experiences, learn from each other and have fun.

June 2008: RockMasters: Cat Stevens visits RockMasters
Rock school franchise RockMasters made a splash at the recent British & International Franchise Exhibition in London with a stand visit by legendary recording artist Yusef Islam (also known as Cat Stevens). Yusef was ‘discovered’ in 1966 by RockMaster Founder Mike Hurst who arranged for his first record deal, and was visiting to show his support for music education. “One of the first songs that lifted me into this realm was Island of Dreams (a top five single by The Springfields of which Mike was a member),” said Yusef. “Since then I’ve flourished towards that dream and Mike made that happen. Music is an expression of great hope and beauty and of one’s identity.”

June 2008: 4Funky Portraits: New Franchise opportunity for budding photographers
4funkyportraits, a mobile photography franchise, has launched and is on the look out for enthusiastic franchisees who love photography. The franchise package includes everything needed to get the business up and running including a professional website, built and maintained by 4funkyportraits, ongoing training and support.

June 2008: KFC: Marsden Caterers of Sheffield sell KFC franchise
Marsden Caterers of Sheffield has sold its KFC franchise worth £17 million to family business Marz run by Raja Adil for an undisclosed amount. The decision to sell the franchise that has been in operation since 1980 and has 14 outlets across the Midlands and South Yorkshire, including restaurants in Mansfield and the UK’s largest KFC drive-through restaurant based in Glasshoughton, West Yorkshire, was made after Marsden Caterers Managing Director announced his retirement.

June 2008: British Franchise Association (BFA): Franchise Marketing Award Winners announced
The winners of the 2008 Franchise Marketing Awards have been announced at a gala dinner held at the Royal Lancaster, London with Cash Converters receiving the Best Overall Marketing Campaign award. The other 10 awards went to HiQ, MRI Network Worldwide, Prontaprint, Select Group, Home Instead Senior Care, NBC Bird & Pest Solutions, Tumble Tots, Gymboree, ReactFast and Bluebird Care, while special commendation was given to Dream Doors and Goodchilds Estate Agency & Lettings. Over 400 people from the franchise industry attended the event in recognition of the award contenders’ investment in marketing and creativity.

June 2008: MyHome Residential Cleaning: Myhome launches customer lifestyle magazine
Home services franchisor Myhome International plc has launched a self-titled new homes and lifestyles magazine. The magazine will cover the variety of professional domestic services on offer from the individual brands within the Myhome Group and will have an initial circulation of 25,000.

June 2008: Vantage Valeting: Vantage Valeting makes a splash on FDS Northern
Mobile car valeting franchise Vantage Valeting gave FDS Northern’s Patrick Bowley’s car a complimentary clean.

June 2008: Lloyds TSB Bank Plc: Lloyds TSB offers Franchise Agreement Review Service
Lloyds TSB has teamed up with experienced affiliate lawyer of the bfa Nina Moran-Watson to offer a Franchise Agreement Review Service to prospective franchisees. The service includes a detailed report outlining the terms of the agreement to the client to ensure they are making an informed decision. All Lloyds TSB commercial customers can use this service for a reduced rate of £370 plus VAT.

June 2008: Leaps and Bounds: Ex- athlete becomes Leaps and Bounds franchisee
Former athlete Keri Lees has launched the first Leaps and Bounds mobile play programme franchise in nurseries across the Staffordshire region, with help from fellow athlete and Olympic Gold medallist Sally Gunnell OBE. The play programme is a two year progressive physical development course for children covering agility, to balance, climbing and co-ordination and has been developed by Tumble Tots (UK) LTD in consultation with lecturer of physical education with Homerton College, Cambridge University Patricia Maude MBE.

June 2008: Papa John's Pizza: Papa John’s announces expansion plans
Papa John’s has opened six outlets in three months as part of its rapid expansion plan to open 25 new stores nationwide this year. Stores have been opened in Haringey, Morden and Worcester Park and express outlets in Haven holiday camps in Devon, East Sussex and Yorkshire.

June 2008: Mr Electric: Mr. Electric and Aire Serv receive safety accredition
Sister franchise companies Mr.Electric and Aire Serv have received a health and safety accreditation from SAFEcontractor. The companies chose to apply for the accreditation to help promote and secure uniformity across the business and throughout the wider service industry.

June 2008: Signs Express: Signs Express helps promote Marie Curie Sahara trek
Signs Express, Cardiff and Ad Taxi are working together to help promote the Marie Curie charity Sahara trek that takes place 20-24th November 2008 that has been organised to help raise funds for the local hospice in Penarth.

June 2008: Living Clean: Living Clean announces franchise opportunities
Winner of two Green Apple Awards for environmental best practise, eco- friendly professional cleaning company Living Clean seeks new franchisees for its nationwide management franchise opportunities.

June 2008: Cartridge World: Cartridge World rewards recycling efforts
The Aberdeen branch of Cartridge World has rewarded the recycling efforts of staff and pupils at the Airyhall Primary School with the delivery of a brand new Canon printer.

June 2008: The Little Gym: Sixth outlet for Little Gym
Little Gym franchise is to open its sixth outlet in the UK on London road, Bishop’s Stortford on the 21st April 2008, after a two-year search for suitable premises.

April/May 2008: 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.

April/May 2008: 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.

April/May 2008: Pitman Computer Support: Five star service success for Pitman Computer Support

April/May 2008: The Streat: 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.

April/May 2008: 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.

April/May 2008: 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.

April/May 2008: 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.

April/May 2008: HiQ: 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.

April/May 2008: 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.

April/May 2008: Pitman Training Group: 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.

April/May 2008: 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.

April/May 2008: 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.

April/May 2008: Fastsigns International: 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.

April/May 2008: 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.

April/May 2008: 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.

April/May 2008: V4Vans: V4Vans seeks new franchisees to help expansion
Van supply franchise V4Vans is on the look out for new franchisees to help launch and run a further five franchises this year. New franchisees will have the support and knowledge to offer independent advice to every customer.

April/May 2008: 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.

April/May 2008: 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.

April/May 2008: 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.

April/May 2008: Papa John's Pizza: 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.

April/May 2008: 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.

April/May 2008: Chemex International: 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.

April/May 2008: 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.

April/May 2008: Trophy Pet Foods: 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.

April/May 2008: Molly Maid UK: 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.

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