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Retail franchises provide franchisees with an opportunity to develop a retail business without necessarily requiring a retail background. National high street branding, sourced stock and ongoing training and support enable franchisees to become a high street retailer competing with the retail industry giants on an even footing.

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June 2008: Cash Generator: An investment with potential
Multi-unit ownership is enabling Cash Generator franchisees Onkar Nandra and Dave Elwood to build substantial businesses. They reveal how their stores are well-positioned to weather economic upturns and downturns

June 2008: CeX: CeX continues steady growth
The launch of two new franchise stores has put CeX on target to reach its aim of nationwide coverage within five years

June 2008: CeX: “Huge latent demand across the UK”
With 12 new franchised outlets scheduled to open in 2008 and more regions available for prospective franchisees, secondhand technology retailer CeX is positioned to reap the increased demand for value for money goods created by a downturn in the economy

April/May 2008: 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

April/May 2008: 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

April/May 2008: Nevada Bob's Golf: 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

March 2008: 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

March 2008: O2: A leading brand in the mobile phone industry
By becoming a franchisee with a nationally recognised high street brand, Neil O'Boyle owns a business that is not only enjoyable to operate, but also expanding rapidly

March 2008: Cash Generator: New Metro store provides attractive opportunity
Although owning and operating a franchise can seem to be a male dominated industry there are many successful female franchisees, one of which is Cash Generator franchisee Sandy Sandhu who has recently launched her new business

March 2008: Sonic Golf: Keep Your Business on the Fairway
Not just a dream business for golf lovers, Sonic Golf is proving itself to be a profitable proposition through its rapid national growth. Adam Browning reports

March 2008: Nevada Bob's Golf: 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 a great franchise for golf enthusiasts. Derin Ibrahim reports

Jan/Feb 2008: O2: High profile franchising
With one of the most recognisable logos on British highstreets today, O2 is a brand that means business. Adam Browning reports

Jan/Feb 2008: CeX: "Our business model is proving extremely popular"
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. Adam Browning reports

Jan/Feb 2008: Cash Generator: 2nd store opening marks successful franchisee
Realising his plans to develop a chain of Cash Generator stores, franchisee Onkar Nandra talks to Derin Ibrahim about the opening of his second location

December 2007: O2: A breath of Fresh Air
As one of the UK's largest mobile phone network operators, O2 is offering a retail concept with as much potential as it has brand-power. Adam Browning interviews

December 2007: CeX: Recession-proof retail opportunity for gadget lovers...
With a business system that's virtually recession-proof and an established brand with a loyal customer base, CeX is aiming for national coverage within four years. Adam Browning reports

December 2007: National Schoolwear Centres: 10 year milestone spurs northern expansion
Offering a non-traditional retail concept with full training and support, National Schoolwear is seeking franchisees with no retail experience required. Stuart Anderson reports

December 2007: Cash Generator: Follow the proven system and success will follow
With his fifth store now opened, Dave Elwood is the leading multi-site franchisee in the Cash Generator network. Adam Browning finds out how Dave's dreams of owning a portfolio of outlets have come true

December 2007: Nevada Bob's Golf: 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 a great franchise for golf enthusiasts. Derin Ibrahim reports

Oct/Nov 2007: Etam: Etam focuses on expansion in Europe
The retailer is developing its European network by offering international franchise opportunities to retail-focused entrepreneurs with local expertise. John Worthington reports

Oct/Nov 2007: O2: The 50th O2 franchise store is launched
Within months of opening his first O2 franchise store Babar Khan has already launched his second, which was also the 50th O2 franchise store. Derin Ibrahim interviews

Oct/Nov 2007: CeX: Franchisee fulfilling expansion plans
With plans to establish as many CeX stores as he can, Stephen Boult is starting to fulfil his ambition with the opening of his second store. Derin Ibrahim interviews

Oct/Nov 2007: Cash Generator: Franchisee has phenomenal sales success
Operating his franchise for less than a year, Nick Bourne has already managed to buy his dream car. Derin Ibrahim interviews

September 2007: Dream Doors: "Get the most from life outside the corporate arena"
After two years of strengthening its management structure and with many franchise showrooms established, Dream Doors is well prepared to achieve its national ambitions. Gordon Patterson and Gary Rigby put their questions to the management team

September 2007: Dream Doors: You can achieve the freedom you've always dreamed of...
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.

September 2007: Cash Generator: Fulfill childhood dreams with a flexible franchise
Training to fulfil a childhood dream while running his Bournemouth store is all in a days work for Kevin Old. Derin Ibrahim interviews

September 2007: Apollo Blinds: Why should you choose an Apollo Blinds franchise?
The most critical question any potential franchisee should be asking a franchisor is why they should choose to invest in their brand. Apollo Blinds General Manager Patrick Harrison reveals why this is his favourite question and he always looks forward to the moment it is put to him

September 2007: National Schoolwear Centres: Take a unique sales approach
Offering a non-traditional retail concept with full training and support, National Schoolwear is seeking franchisees with no retail experience required. Stuart Anderson reports

September 2007: CeX: Gadget Lovers, Upgrade your ambitions
If you're looking for a franchise with a passion for gadgets, CeX could be the business for you. Derin Ibrahim reports.

September 2007: Thresher Group: Have you got a nose for a great business opportunity?
If you have, then a Thresher Group Franchise could be just what you are looking for...

July/August 2007: CeX: A dream franchise for gadet lovers
Essential for modern life, technology is also proving an exciting and dynamic retail market for franchisees. Derin Ibrahim reports

July/August 2007: 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

July/August 2007: Cash Generator: 10th anniversary offer - £30,000 financial support
Cash Generator is celebrating 10 years of franchising by offering a £30,000 financial support package

July/August 2007: 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, reports Derin Ibrahim

May / June 2007: Apollo Blinds: 'It's not just us saying it'
Apollo Blinds' General Manager Patrick Harrison has not stopped smiling since the publication of a heavyweight independent report which showed the huge growth of the window blinds sector over the last five years. Paul Kirby reports

May / June 2007: Cash Generator: Embracing the seas of change
When a navy careers advisor told Colin Paton to make the biggest change he could upon leaving the services, he took it to heart. A month from taking over the Greenock store, and he is looking forward to the challenge. Rachel Spaul interviews

May / June 2007: CeX: "It's a Brilliant Concept"
Capitalising on the fast-paced and ongoing development of home entertainment technology, Cex is a dynamic retail concept with massive market potential. Adam Browning reports

May / June 2007: Lola Gray: We're in the business of making dreams come true
A brand that looks good but costs less sounds too good to be true. Rachel Spaul unveils this low-overhead, high profit bridal wear consultancy business from Lola Gray

April 2007: Cash Generator: 'I fell in love with the business'
With the benefit of multiple income streams, the Cash Generator business model looks set for a bright future. Stuart Anderson interviews franchisee Steve Appleton

April 2007: Apollo Blinds: Knowing your customers is the key to success
The importance of knowing your customers is critical for any business. Apollo Blinds' General Manager Patrick Harrison discusses why the company commissions regular research on its customer profile as part of its strategy for network growth

March 2007: CeX: Invest in a business that you will enjoy
An exciting and fast-paced retail opportunity, CeX provides a real opportunity to develop a network of high-tech gadget stores. Adam Browning reports

March 2007: Lola Gray: 'Quality and value for money'
Bridal wear consultancy Lola Gray is targeting expansion in Scotland, having awarded its master franchise to Stuart Spearritt and Erin Murphy. Rachel Spaul interviews

March 2007: Apollo Blinds: Apollo Blinds has the 'ooh' factor
It's official: Apollo Blinds has the 'ooh' factor. And its newest franchisees noticed the 'ooh' factor within days of opening their doors. Paul Kirby reports

January 2007: O2: Steve Roberts, O2, Bolton
I worked for O2 for 13 years, first as a as store manager, then an area manager. The industry has always been varied and interesting, and one of my last projects for the company was setting up the franchising operation as the Franchise Development Manager.

January 2007: CeX: An electrifying franchise opportunity
A dynamic and exciting retail concept, CeX provides an electrifying opportunity for technology and gadget lovers wanting to build their own business. Adam Browning reports

January 2007: Apollo Blinds: The name above the door speaks volumes
Apollo Blinds is Britain's biggest blind store chain for good reason. It has the largest network of franchise showrooms in the UK and growth is set to continue in 2007. General Manager Patrick Harrison explains why the company is standing out from the crowd in the marketplace

January 2007: National Schoolwear Centres: Start the New Year in pole position
Rachel Spaul discovers how opening a National Schoolwear Centres store at the beginning of the year could increase your first year sales and turnover levels

January 2007: Cash Generator: A decade of franchise success
As Cash Generator celebrates 10 years of franchising, we profile a franchisee who has taken over his second store, showing his confidence in the Cash Generator concept

January 2007: Ripples: The recipe for your success
A multi award-winning bathroom designer, Ripples is offering a limited number of franchises to suitable candidates during 2006. Rachel Spaul reports

Dec 2006: Inkbox: Aiming to have 30 franchisees by the end of 2007
Recycling in England has trebled since 1997, according to Defra, with many local authorities producing rates in line with the best in Europe. East Anglia-based franchise Inkbox is doing its bit for the environment by employing environmentally-friendly techniques in the construction of its stores such as low energy light bulbs, specific paints, and biodegradable bags to return used cartridges.

Dec 2006: CeX: Staying ahead of the game
Providing a valuable service within the technology retail sector, CeX's exciting and dynamic opportunity is causing a stir across the nation's high-streets. Adam Browning reports

Dec 2006: National Schoolwear Centres: Multi-faceted opportunity with year-round appeal
National Schoolwear Centres offers a multi-faceted opportunity enabling franchisees to capitalise on the busy back-to-school period, but also to continue trading profitably all year round, explains Rachel Spaul

Dec 2006: Apollo Blinds: A year to remember for Apollo Blinds
A year to remember has seen Apollo Blinds strengthen its position in the marketplace as Britain's biggest blind store chain. Paul Kirby explains

Dec 2006: QuikDrop: The QuikDrop UK Mission Statement
We aim to remain the leader in franchising brick and mortar store fronts by enabling local entrepreneurs / franchisees to dominate the eBay drop off store business by embracing our products and services and achieving industry dominance by having the best service programmes for the eBay auction industry.

Oct/Nov 2006: Apollo Blinds: Apollo Blinds means business...
Hot on the heels of its recent re-branding, Apollo Blinds has just unveiled its next significant development to help franchisees generate more business. Paul Kirby explains

Oct/Nov 2006: National Schoolwear Centres: 'Standards and service that you can rely on'
National Schoolwear Centres is known nationally for its extensive range of quality schoolwear. Rachel Spaul interviews Range Manager Susan Lee, who provides product support to franchisees

Oct/Nov 2006: O2: Pushing the right buttons
When it comes to serving the mobile phone market O2 is pushing all the right buttons with its franchised store concept, discovers Rachel Spaul

Oct/Nov 2006: Unze: Fast growing brand with broad appeal
With queues of people lining the street at every new store opening, Unzè by Shalimar Shoes is aiming for big brand status on UK high streets, explains Rachel Spaul

Oct/Nov 2006: CeX: Cutting edge products...cutting edge franchise
Aiming for national coverage within five years, CeX franchisees will benefit from a virtually recession-proof business system, an established brand and a loyal customer base. Adam Browning reports

Oct/Nov 2006: The Global Travel Group: On the path to success!
With no previous travel industry experience, Geoff Taylor has built a successful travel agency with The Global Travel Group. The company reports

Oct/Nov 2006: QuikDrop: QuikDrop UK arrives in style!
The first QuikDrop UK franchise opened for business in September, offering customers a full-service eBay trading route.

Oct/Nov 2006: Thresher Group: Two great brands. One thirstquenching opportunity
Hundreds of 'Threshers' and 'The Local' retail outlets are up for grabs in Thresher Group national franchise launch...

September 2006: BoConcept: The Perfect Design
BoConcept is a franchise-driven retail chain with more than 170 furniture and interior stores in prime international locations. We are right now looking for new franchisees so if you want to be part of our success, register today...

September 2006: CeX: A franchise with its finger on the pulse
The rapid development of new technology is driving the growing success of CeX - the one-stop shop for gadget lovers. Adam Browning reports.

September 2006: O2: Prepared for franchise success
Having made the finishing touches to their O2 store, father and son team Andrew and John Russel eagerly await their first customers. Rachel Spaul reports

September 2006: Cash Generator: Now with a free ebay auction drop service
Putting the internet into the heart of its business, Cash Generator is introducing a new ebay/CG Net Auction Drop service to further improve its franchisees' business propositions. Best of all, it isn't costing franchisees any initial fees! MD Julian Urry discusses the initiative

September 2006: National Schoolwear Centres: Help beat the back to school blues
At a time when parents with school age children are shopping for the new term, you could be looking forward to a prosperous future helping them beat the back to school blues, explains Rachel Spaul

July/August 2006: CeX: A franchise that's seventh heaven for gadget fanatics
Packed with electronic entertainment goods, CeX is like seventh heaven for gadget fanatics. Adam Browning explores a franchise opportunity where the market potential is huge

July/August 2006: O2: Dynamic franchise opportunity
The opportunity to work with an established national brand appealed to self-employed mobile phone salesman Zakir Patel. Rachel Spaul reports

July/August 2006: National Schoolwear Centres: The grown up of franchising
National Schoolwear Centres is a company in its prime, with 20 years of schoolwear retailing experience and almost a quarter of its franchise network complete. Rachel Spaul charts its growth

July/August 2006: Ripples: Join a Multi-Award Winning Franchise
Ripples have taken talented designers, quality products and customer service, an aspirational showroom environment, and the right customers coming through the doors and mixed them together to create a winning formula.

June 2006: Mark Elliot Furniture: Classic brand with modern appeal
Expanding nationwide via franchising, Mark Elliot is seeking franchisees with a positive outlook, an eye for style and passion for furniture. Rachel Spaul reports

June 2006: CeX: Join the roll-out in new-tech retail
CeX is rolling out its new franchise concept nationwide, and with the franchisee recruitment just starting, territories are available nationwide. Stuart Anderson reports

June 2006: Unze: 'Like being part of a big happy family'
As an Unzè franchisee you will never be on your own, discovers Rachel Spaul

June 2006: Cash Generator: 'The right location & the right franchise'
A queue of eager customers on the first day and a positive flow of customers in the following weeks is what new franchisees aim for. For Lee and Paul Warren it's reality. Rachel Spaul reports

June 2006: National Schoolwear Centres: Get kitted out for business success
By following the National Schoolwear Centres proven business model you could become the owner of your own network of schoolwear stores. Rachel Spaul interviews multi-store owners Billy and Shirley-Anne Smillie

June 2006: O2: Own your own part of O2

April/May 2006: Mark Elliot Furniture: A high quality and high value franchise
Like its handcrafted furniture, the Mark Elliot franchise package has been lovingly designed. Rachel Spaul and Stuart Anderson report

April/May 2006: CeX: Dynamic gadget-driven retail business
The ever-evolving array of mobile phones, MP3 players, digital cameras, computers and games consoles is fuelling the need for CeX second-hand buy and sell stores. Rachel Spaul reports

April/May 2006: Unze: 'Indian fashion is going to be big'
Specialising in own-label, ladies' footwear and matching accessories, London-based Unzè (Franchising) ltd is offering high street retail management opportunities nationwide, discovers Rachel Spaul

April/May 2006: National Schoolwear Centres: Specialist franchise dressed to impress
Year-round schoolwear retailer National Schoolwear Centres is awarding franchises at a rate of one every three weeks thanks to its impressive business model, reports Rachel Spaul

April/May 2006: Cash Generator: A brand new 'Metropportunity'
After four years spent developing and perfecting the 'Metro' store concept, Cash Generator's Julian Urry is ready for nationwide growth

April/May 2006: Football Kitz 'n' Pieces: Kick off a new business in football
Combining the supply of its extensive range of high quality football kits and accessories with a mobile retail concept designed to capture the business of all levels of amateur football, Football Kitz 'n' Pieces has launched its franchise opportunity. Stuart Anderson reports

March 2006: CeX: 'Recession-proof retail opportunity'
With a franchise business system that's virtually recession-proof and an established brand with a loyal customer base, CeX is aiming for national coverage within five years. Rachel Spaul reports

March 2006: Mark Elliot Furniture: Building from solid foundations
With 10 trading stores beating targets, Mark Elliot is preparing to establish its second wave of franchisees this year as it seeks a national presence. Stuart Anderson reports

March 2006: National Schoolwear Centres: Supporting the best with the best
Through its team of qualified retail professionals, National Schoolwear Centres provide a comprehensive support structure giving franchisees the backup they need to succeed in schoolwear retailing. Rachel Spaul reports

March 2006: Cash Generator: Enjoy 3 separate income streams
What is it like to manage your own Cash Generator store on a day to day basis? Freya Gibson asks franchisee Kevin Old

March 2006: O2: Join a market leader
Rachel Spaul discovers what the O2 high street retail franchise has to offer

March 2006: Unze: Stepping out in style
With nine franchises established, ladies' quality footwear retailer Unzè (Franchising) ltd is looking for key management-focused individuals to open more dedicated stores nationwide. Rachel Spaul reports

March 2006: Glamour To Go: 'Fashionable, glamorous, exciting'
Glamour To Go, a top end women's fashion brand, is seeking disciplined and capable people with at least £100,000 to help drive UK expansion as franchisees. Rachel Spaul & Stuart Anderson report

Feb 2006: CeX: The Market is Huge
Capitalising on people's hunger for new forms of technological entertainment through the buying and selling of second-hand products, CeX talks to Rachel Spaul.

Feb 2006: National Schoolwear Centres: Schoolwear trendsetters
National Schoolwear Centres has consolidated its position as the one-stop-shop for schooldays with the launch of an advanced website and new product line. Rachel Spaul reports

Feb 2006: Cash Generator: Unrivalled value for money
Customers nationwide are switching on to the price savings supplied by the pre-owned goods market. Stuart Anderson profiles Cash Generator, a brand at the forefront of the market

Feb 2006: O2: Your own O2 store: Our best offer yet.
O2 has opened its first franchised retail store in the UK, in line with its development programme. Nicola Green reports

December 2005: Glamour To Go: Strong brand & chic designs
With its new head office/showroom in place, Glamour To Go is seeking its first wave of foundation franchisees to invest in a ground floor opportunity. Stuart Anderson reports

December 2005: CeX: Funky, CeXy, ready for first franchisees
An established brand with over 20 stores and a loyal customer base, CeX is expanding its second-hand buy and sell entertainment network through franchising. Rachel Spaul reports

December 2005: National Schoolwear Centres: The UK's biggest dedicated schoolwear retailers
Rachel Spaul returns to Scotland to find out how Stuart and Alayna Robins have fared in their first year as National Schoolwear Centres franchisees

December 2005: Cash Generator: Obtain maximum success
Boasting one of the highest non-food turnovers per sqft. in the UK, Cash Generator has set its sights on achieving national network completion through steady growth over the next 10 years. Tasked with seeing through this goal, Managing Director Julian Urry reviews his first 12 months with the company with Stuart Anderson

December 2005: O2: Strength in numbers
A leading provider of mobile services to consumers and businesses in the UK, O2 is expanding through the implementation of a national franchise programme. Nicola Green reports

December 2005: Mark Elliot Furniture: Investigate the brand that's designed for SUCCESS!
Mark Elliot offers a unique range of distinctive, high quality furniture & upholstery at competitive prices. With high standards of product, sales, service and aftercare, and an enviable and growing reputation, this is a beautifully crafted business format franchise.

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