### More House Sales + More Lettings = More Signs!The news has been rife over the past weeks, and even months, highlighting the success of the property sector during the pandemic.
Fastsigns’ CFO has been named Midsize Private Company CFO of the Year by D CEO Magazine.Ronald K. Herbert was recognised in the prestigious Financial Executives Awards, which include a number of different categories to celebrate the successes of Dallas-Fort Worth’s best finance executives.
Heritage Healthcare has introduced three new franchisees to its network and made the most of the benefits offered by virtual training sessions.The , which has been welcoming investors since 2013, has seen the successful launch of three brand-new branches.
A Signs Express franchisee in Nottingham has invested in a brand-new Epson SureColor SC-S80600 to create 1.55m-wide prints.The branch made the purchase back in July, after the workshop and fabrications manager Mikey Walker noticed growing demand for larger products among customers.
Trulawn is on the lookout for new investors as it announces its future franchisees can build an asset worth £1 million.The , which specialises in providing high-quality artificial grass, has demonstrated just how lucrative its UK branches can be.
Endura Roses has joined the Point Franchise network to find new investors looking to become part of a unique business. The specialises in beautifully preserved flowers, bouquets and centrepieces.
An Air Force veteran who invested in the 9Round franchise has explained how he found the motivation to keep pushing forward through the pandemic.Tony Blankenship launched his 9Round unit in February this year, after becoming bored with a career in tech sales.
Wiltshire Farm Foods has unveiled its festive collection of meals, snacks and sweet treats to help customers celebrate the Christmas season with delicious dishes.
PlumbProud has opened up its franchise opportunity to find new investors here at Point Franchise.The has grown out of the franchisor’s own Northampton-based business, and has been up and running for six years.
Nicholas Humphreys Estate Agent has researched the factors prospective tenants look for in a new home.Nicholas Humphreys receives phone calls several times a week from investors based in Sheffield who need advice on HMO rentals for professional tenants.
Subway has exciting news for fans - it’s introduced its exclusive menu for the 2020 Christmas season. Sandwich fans have reason to celebrate, as Subway has revealed which festive food favourites it’ll be rolling out across its stores in the coming months.
Franchises have seen incredible success across the business industries - but over the years several have come into the limelight for the wrong reasons. We’re taking a look at some of the biggest franchising scandals to hit the news, and what we can learn from them.
Wok&Go has said it’ll give £2,000 in food vouchers every month to local food membership club, The Port Grocery. The community group is based at Trinity Church, opposite Wok&Go’s Ellesmere Port branch, and tries to reduce food waste and provide vital supplies to those who need them.
Auntie Anne’s has just signed a deal to launch 27 new franchise locations in Taiwan. The , which sells sweet and savoury American-style soft pretzels, has partnered with IndulgeEAT Ltd, a subsidiary of one of Taiwan’s biggest sports clothing retailers.
A SportsCool franchisee has described his first few years at the franchise and plans for the future. Sam Skidmore was working as a coach at the ’s head office when he discovered an opportunity to buy one of its nearby business units.
Schmidt is looking for new franchisees to help grow the business after celebrating a huge boost in revenue.As we spend more time in our homes, it’s only natural we review our surroundings and decide to get started with improvement projects.
NKD Pizza has just launched its first store in Brighton, during a phase of quick development for the franchise. Pizza lovers in East Sussex will be happy to discover a wave of new franchise locations opening in the coming months.
Recognition Express’s parent company, The Bardon Group, has made changes to its board. Managing Director Nigel Toplis has taken the decision to step back from his role at B2B franchise Recognition Express, and instead become Non-Executive Chairman.
TaxAssist Accountants has taken its franchisee training programme online with the help of video technology. The original scheme, which spanned six weeks, has been reorganised into a four-week virtual course. Six new investors have benefitted from it and completed their induction.
Signs Express is working with Peugeot on an exciting deal for van customers.The will be lending its services to French car manufacturer Peugeot to help entrepreneurs promote their businesses.
Shuttercraft is delighted to announce it is now a fully accredited member of the British Franchise Association. The , which has been selling and installing high-quality interior plantation shutters since 2002, has gained recognition from one of the franchise industry’s biggest governing bodies.
Revive!’s latest franchisee took eight months to review his investment options, before choosing to join the car business.Ian Scott is now the proud owner of Revive! Glasgow, having been drawn to the franchise’s “culture, ethos and value”.
Fastsigns has introduced two new franchisees into its network, who have launched branches in the South of England.The new s will be based in Brighton and St Albans and will bring the total number of Fastsigns units to 24.
Sportscool ran a series of extracurricular sports sessions to children across the North West of England during the October half term, thanks to funding from KAYS Traffic Management.
Trulawn is on the lookout for enthusiastic entrepreneurs who would like to join the profitable artificial grass sector. When Ian Parry and Ritchie Stuart first decided to go into business together, they were avid golfers and intended to install putting greens into home gardens.
Gaming fans are in for a treat with Subway’s latest marketing initiative, called Sink A Sub. The , which has more than 43,000 stores worldwide, has launched a fun gaming experience for its customers in Australia and New Zealand.
Business Partnership has added to its network with a new regional franchisee, who decided to start his own business when he lost his job.Simon Fraser worked as a business broker for many years, but had always harboured the ambition to take control of his career by becoming his own boss.
9Round has partnered with Sunny Days Entertainment to create its own line of boxing gloves. The ’s US division is helping to add an element of fun to everyone’s at-home exercise regimes. It’s paired up with Sunny Days Entertainment, a leading supplier, distributor and manufacturer of branded toys.
A school teacher has described the process of becoming a franchisee with Kumon. Matthew Foster worked as a special education teacher in Kentucky for many years before becoming an assistant headteacher, a role he held for almost a decade.
The past six months have been difficult for franchises up and down the country, but those in the best position all have one thing in common – excellent customer service.
Unlike many other sectors, such as hospitality and leisure, JAN-PRO has not seen a decline in its business during the COVID crisis – quite the opposite, in fact! As a company that has already specialised in disinfection techniques of large-scale commercial properties for over 10 years, our service
Christmas Decorators brought sparkle and joy to a Thames Hospice in Windsor with a very festive set-up. The has helped the local organisation celebrate the Christmas season with a selection of eye-catching illuminated displays.
Vending machine franchise Tubz has been listed as a finalist for a prestigious Franchisor of the Year award. The business has been recognised as part of the Approved Franchise Association’s annual prize-giving ceremony.
1. Franchise enquiries at an all time highGreensleeves are currently getting unprecedented demand for franchise territories due to furlough ending and redundancies gaining speed.
Snappy Tomato Pizza is set to open a brand new franchise unit in Leicester as part of a wider expansion plan. Local entrepreneurs Vishal Raikundalia and Himesh Kataria plan to open their unit on Wednesday 11th November.
Entrepreneurs Circle was forced to make its annual awards ceremony a virtual affair this year. The National Entrepreneurs Awards, which are now in their seventh year, had been postponed since March, but were hosted online last month.
John Knight===========Birmingham South, Wolverhampton, West Midlands==============================================“As an entrepreneur by nature, the Business Partnership is a good fit for me.
Minuteman Press’s franchisees for Guelph, Ontario have explained how they were able to keep trading during the Covid-19 pandemic. Jeff Wereley and Karen McArthur, whose unit fit the criteria for being an essential business, were able to keep their doors open during the US lockdown.
Fastsigns’ CEO has been recognised as one of Franchise Dictionary Magazine’s 50 Women of Wonder for 2020. The award listing was created last year to celebrate inspirational female franchisors who have had a positive influence on their brands, as well as the wider franchise industry.
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