Franchise Articles from March 2006

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Caremark: The Best Kept Secret in Franchising

Caremark is your route into the huge and ever developing domiciliary care market - estimated at between £12b and £17b per year. Supported by Kevin Lewis, the brains behind one of the UK's most successful franchise operations, you could be earning a very lucrative operating profit within two to three years.

Jacks of London: A cut above in franchising

Jacks of London has given the traditional barbershop a facelift. Rachel Spaul explores Western Europe's first male grooming franchise

Wee Watch: Are you a Brand Builder?

Canadian childcare franchise Wee Watch is seeking a national master franchisee to develop its brand in the UK. Rachel Spaul profiles the brand

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

Dyno-Rod: A pedigree franchise

An extensive track record, the backing of a leading service organisation, and the potential to build and manage a team under a household name await ambitious and enterprising people. Rachel Spaul reports

O2: Join a market leader

Rachel Spaul discovers what the O2 high street retail franchise has to offer

ChipsAway International: Change of gear sees Lee racing ahead

Cycling enthusiast Lee Chaplin is a very happy chap. He's ditched the stress and the long hours of delivering parcels across the City and has 'downshifted' to run his own business and reclaim his life. Megan Dunmore reports

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

Snack-In-The-Box: A franchise in association with Cadbury

A case study about how Snack In The Box (SITB) helped two of their franchisees set up and build their businesses.

Kall Kwik (UK): Designed to deliver

Kall Kwik UK is surging ahead with its new positioning. Managing Director Mike Hutter explains

Apollo Blinds: A new dawn for Apollo Blinds

With help from Olympian and TV personality Kriss Akabusi, Apollo Blinds has unveiled its new image, heralding a new dawn for Britain's biggest blind store chain. Paul Kirby interviews General Manager Patrick Harrison about how its new identity will impact future prosperity

Dublcheck: 'We do the sales'

Guaranteed income, no sales experience needed, centralised support, and growth potential makes for an attractive package for business builders interested in the cleaning sector. Rachel Spaul reports

Sumo: Discover a hidden business treasure

The detection of underground utility systems is crucial for any construction project and radar-based Subsurface Utilities Mark Out (SUMO) has become instrumental in aiding the UK's booming construction sector. Adam Browning reports

Jani-King (GB): The 38 year pedigree

Jani-King's vision is to build a network of franchisees with turnover exceeding £1 million per annum with average net margins of 10-15 per cent

Pareto Law: A Win-Win Franchise

Established for over a decade in graduate recruitment and sales training, Pareto Law is now building a franchisee network. Frank Smith reports

Morris Pasties: 'We're onto a winning formula!'

Having opened their Morris Pasties franchise in Milton Keynes to a fantastic response, Alan and Sharon Lloyd speak to Rachel Spaul

Car Park Valeting: 'I'm delighted with the results!'

When you have the likes of Tesco describing the Car Park Valeting service as "what our customers want", you know the company is onto a good thing. Franchise Director Joanna Graham reports

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

EuroDebt: Be the light at the end of the tunnel

With UK debt topping the £1 trillion mark, the demand for debt management services is increasing. Rachel Spaul explains how you can build a business as a fully licensed debt adjuster

Detail Clean: Clean up with Detail Clean

With its first two franchisees trading, 2006 is set to see growing momentum behind domestic and commercial cleaning franchise Detail Clean. Stuart Anderson and Rachel Spaul report

Cleaning Doctor: Their Marketing Strategies Keep my Phone Ringing

Cleaning Doctor allows you to be your own boss, operate from home and build a massively successful business in your local area.

Allergistics: Breathe Easy

Allergistics UK is the first British company specialising in the provision of allergen control using medically accredited techniques. In association with Asthma Relief, we have developed a groundbreaking six-stage, nontoxic, indoor allergen control system aimed at both commercial and domestic markets.

TruGreen: 'Huge potential'

The first franchisee to join TruGreen's 60 strong network tells Rachel Spaul why there couldn't be a better time to join this growth business

Fibrenew: Unlock the profit in leather restoration!

Leather furniture is synonymous with luxury and elegance, but its beauty is fragile. Canadian franchisor Fibrenew International is offering exceptional opportunities in the UK market to selected individuals to participate in this US$100 million dollar industry. Tom Albrighton reports

Prontaprint: ARE YOU HUNGRY ENOUGH?

• Can you sell ice to an Eskimo? • Can you build and retain relationships with clients? • Can you develop a winning team? • Do you want to call the shots and enjoy the spoils? If the answer is yes, then a Prontaprint business franchise is ideal for you.

Jaguar Couriers: Delivering satisfaction

Building on strong local success, Jaguar Couriers begins nationwide expansion. Jaguar Couriers reports

Certax Accounting: The Franchise that Embodies Quality and Professionalism

The Accountancy & Tax Advisory Franchise That Embodies Quality And Professionalism

Puccino's: The UK's Biggest Franchise Coffee Chain

Venture Marketing Group: The International Franchise Expo

The International Franchise Expo is one of the biggest events on the international franchise calendar. Director of Marketing Joel Goldstein previews the event

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