Franchise Articles from September 2006

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Charisnack: Freedom in Franchising...The benefits

More flexible working hours and greater free time to spend with the family, financial and personal rewards, and the freedom to make his own decisions appealed to ex-teacher Spenser Lees.

Chemex International: Full Chemex takeover team revealed

The full team of owners of sales and distribution franchise Chemex has been revealed to The Franchise Magazine, after the company was bought out earlier this year.

London House International: Huge growth ahead for debt collection

With personal debt in the UK now over £1.1 trillion, risk control services franchise London House highlights a recent report from the Credit Services Association (CSA), which found that debt collection agencies are dramatically increasing their employment to cope with the workload of collecting on personal debt.

Auntie Anne's: US favourite tempts UK tastebuds

One of America's most popular snack food retailers is moving into the UK high street with the launch of Auntie Anne's hand rolled soft pretzel stores. The Master Franchise to market Auntie Anne's throughout the UK and Ireland has been acquired by Robert Burton, former owner of the Thrifty Car Rental operation in the UK.

Belvoir Lettings: Belvoir franchisee in bfa award finals

After buying Belvoir's Sleaford franchise as a going concern, Peter Atkinson has tripled its turnover in his first year. He was awarded the Newcomer of the Year Award at the Belvoir High Achievers Award in 2005 and has since gone on to be one of the 10 finalists in the British Franchise Association's 'Franchisee of the Year 2006' awards.

Dyno Group: Slough gets the Dyno-Secure treatment

Security specialist Dyno-Secure, in partnership with the local police force and council, has implemented a major crime reduction initiative in Slough. The innovative project, funded by Thames Valley police with the help of a grant, was supported by a number of groups.

Pareto Law: Pareto Law opens first Scottish office in Glasgow

Graduate recruitment and training specialist Pareto Law has launched its first office in Scotland, with Gerry Dowds heading up the Glasgow-based operation.

Molly Maid UK: Molly Maid pumps up support

Molly Maid has appointed Jonathan Holden as Director of Franchise Support. Jonathan joins with over 12 years' experience in franchising including positions at Kall Kwik, where he was Head of Sales and Operations, responsible for a network of 160 Centres with annual turnover in excess of £70 million and most recently energie fitness clubs as Franchise Development Manager, recruiting 38 franchisees in under two years.

Ripples: Ripples expands store portfolio

Ripples Ltd, the premier bathroom retailer, is continuing its rapid growth with two recent additions to its showroom portfolio and plans to open another three new showrooms this year.

Energie Fitness Clubs: Expands network with launch of three new Clubs

Fast growing fitness club brand, énergie Fitness Clubs has opened new sites in Hounslow and Hackney with a third due to launch in Fulham at the beginning of September, taking the current network of clubs to 17. Now established as the largest fitness club franchise operation in the UK, énergie has a growing pipeline with a further six full format and five énergie Fitness for Women clubs by the end of the year.

Pauline May Limited: Seeking new Franchisees at the NFE

A DESIGNER who began by making clothes for the elderly in her garage and has now launched a franchisee network across the UK and Ireland is to showcase her fast-expanding business at the 2006 National Franchise Exhibition, NEC Birmingham, October 6 & 7 - Stand V110.

Caremark: New Care Manager at Caremark

Gail Jones has joined the expanding team at Caremark to implement her expertise within the company owned office at Pulborough. Gail, who has successfully opened and developed a domiciliary agency previously, is confident that Caremark offers her an exciting and rewarding new challenge.

Talkfirst: TalkFirst launches new online shop

TalkFirst has launched an online shop at www.talkfirst.net. The shop is the most comprehensive online shop for dedicated Baby Signing Products in the UK and puts TalkFirst well ahead of the competition. There is an additional section to the shop, which is aimed at adults who want to learn more about British Sign Language.

Rainbow International: New look for Rainbow International

Rainbow International has launched a new corporate identity to reflect its position as the UK's leading restoration and cleaning company.

Papa John's Pizza: Papa John's appoints new MD of UK operations

Papa John's International, Inc. has appointed Ian Saunders as Managing Director of its UK operations. Ian replaces Daniel Cousineau who is leaving Papa John's UK to pursue other ventures.

Sumo: SUMO helps save badger set

SUMO, the UK's largest provider to the construction industry of utility surveys using the latest technologies, has undertaken a very unusual job.

Cubic Telecom: Cubic Telecom grows UK network

Telecommunication specialist Cubic Telecom is expanding its franchise operation into the UK following the brand's huge success in Ireland, where it has awarded all of its franchises.

In-toto Kitchens: In-toto franchisees reap rewards

Franchisee Steve Littlewood and his wife Ellen, who own an In-toto kitchen showroom in Northampton, have opened their second franchise in Milton Keynes, and report that it has taken off much faster than anticipated.

Venture Marketing Group: Calendar for National Franchise Week announced

The British Franchise Association (bfa) has announced a week packed full of events for National Franchise Week 2006, which will take place between 2nd and 8th of October. Aiming to encourage people across the UK to consider how franchising can help them 'Escape the 9 to 5', National Franchise Week will provide an ideal opportunity to explore the world of franchising as a proven and established way of starting a business.

0845 Glassman: 0845 Glassman awards 1st franchise

Pioneering double glazing repair company 0845 Glassman has completed the training of its first franchisee. David Adkins from Chelmsford is now the only franchisee in the UK who is able to offer his customers the revolutionary new 0845 Glassman service, which allows misted double glazing units to be repaired without having to install an expensive replacement.

Signs Express: Flying the flag in British GT

Avid motor sport fans at Signs Express (Reading) were delighted to provide exciting new racing graphics for a 2004 Porsche 996 GT3 cup car used by Hawthorns Motorsport in the British GT. Driven by Rod Barrett and Swedish driver Jan Persson, the Porsche (pic above) has a flag design on either side of the car, the British flag on one side and the Swedish flag on the other.

Venture Marketing Group: Women in Franchising Lead the Way...

The Women in Franchising Zone is a dedicated conference within The National Franchise Exhibition taking place on 6 & 7 October at Birmingham's NEC and will feature leading women entrepreneurs sharing inspiration and valuable advice on helping women start their own franchise businesses.

Re/Max: Further expansion for ReMax in Wales

RE/MAX, one of the UK's leading estate agency franchises, continues its expansion across Wales with the opening of two new offices. The addition of RE/MAX 1st Choice in Treherbert and RE/MAX Associated Brokers in Neath takes the total of RE/MAX franchises across Wales to 13.

British Franchise Association (BFA): UK's Top 10 franchisees battle it out for No. 1 prize

The UK's best-performing franchisees are toasting their success after reaching the National Finals of this year's bfa Franchisee of the Year Awards, sponsored by HSBC and Express newspapers

Certax Accounting: Before Becoming a Franchisee I was...

With 25 years of experience as an accountant, Paul Matthews knew exactly what he was looking for when he invested in the CerTax Accounting franchise. "I've worked for a number of medium to large size companies but I became frustrated with the corporate politics that often occurs between departments of big businesses,"reveals Paul. "I liked the idea of opening a small practice, went for my practicing certificate and started looking at what was on the market."

Riverford Organic Vegetables: Off to a Flying Start...

"The business has grown at lightning speed,"exclaims Rob Smith, who turned down a promotion to a senior management position to invest in a Riverford Organic Vegetables franchise. From a flying start with 116 customers, secured via leaflet drops and local media coverage, Rob and his wife Rachel have grown the business to 2,300 active customers in just 16 months.

Recognition Express: High Hopes...My future in franchising

"I've always enjoyed selling and I wanted a business with a really good product range,"says Recognition Express franchisee Arthur Keighley. "Franchising appealed to me because, although I can sell, it's the buying of the goods at the right price that helps. Recognition Express has 25 years worth of suppliers and this really grabbed my attention."

Franchise Development Services (FDS): Management Franchise Opportunity with Global Company

Franchise Development Services (FDS) has been commissioned to assist an established Franchisor in their drive to recruit quality candidates for their Franchise as part of their ambition of full network coverage.

Domino's Pizza Group: Community relations and maintaining customer loyalty

Consumers increasingly want to see businesses demonstrating a high degree of social responsibility. According to Business in the Community, nearly half (44%) of consumers rate this as a 'very important' consideration when buying a product or service.

Recognition Express: Supreme Group Awarded 'Supplier of the Year'

Leading franchise organisation Recognition Express has named the Supreme Group its Supplier of the Year at an internal conference and awards ceremony.

In-toto Kitchens: In-toto National Meeting is Great Success

The UK's leading independent fitted kitchen franchise, In-toto kitchens held its 2006 National Meeting at the DeVere Belfry Hotel in the Midlands with a theme of 'Going for Gold'. Nearly 100 franchisees and suppliers attended the event, which incorporated social and sporting activities as well as business presentations and special achievement awards over the weekend.

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Sash-Glaze: Spot Your window of Opportunity

Just walk down any street and look around you afresh and spot your window of opportunity.

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...

Rainbow International: Your Passport to Success...

Grab your passport to a brighter future today, get in touch and find out how far you can go....

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