Student and ChipsAway employee reaches final of international WorldSkills Championship.A talented student from Gateshead College has buffed and primed his way into the finals of the prestigious tradespeople’s competition, the WorldSkills Championships.
Merry Maids’ North Star Awards celebrates the brightest and best franchisees across the country.Merry Maids’ has been recognising the leading lights in its business that have made the successful over the last year.
FiltaFry’s Lee Morton has only been in business for six months but now manages two territories.Fryer management franchise FiltaFry has been celebrating the rapid expansion of franchisee Lee Morton, after his fantastic start to business.
The Massage Company expands its UK presence with second site in Tunbridge Wells.The Massage Company has announced plans for its second centre in the UK, which is set to open in September 2018.
Century 21 celebrates the opening of its Ipswich branch, the 7th branch to open in 2018 alone. Century 21 continues its fantastic run in 2018 by celebrating the opening of a brand-new location in Ipswich.
TruGreen’s parent company, ServiceMaster, is trialling online booking for its sister brands.The company behind TruGreen Professional Lawncare is trialling online booking services for its brands.
OSCAR Pet Foods is celebrating the launch of its sister company, Leading the Way Pet Care.The UK’s largest pet food home-delivery franchise, OSCAR Pet Foods, is using its expert knowledge and love of pets to launch a brand-new pet-care service.
Countrywide Ground Maintenance’s brand group seeks out new opportunities for UK expansion and ways to strengthen the business.The owner of the ground maintenance franchise has recently invested significantly in the refurbishment of its relocated corporate head office in Banbury, Oxfordshire.
Mr Electric’s parent company launches service to help military veterans into franchising.To celebrate Armed Forces Day 2018, which was held on the 30th of June, Mr Electric’s parent company Dwyer Group has launched its VetFran service in the UK.
AireServ’s parent company, Dwyer Group, has pledged to strengthen its presence in UK by investing despite Brexit uncertainty.Dwyer Group, who is the parent company of franchises including AireServ (emergency heating, cooling and refrigeration service providers) is committing to the UK.
Steve Pointon, veteran franchisee of OSCAR Pet Foods, has been celebrating an incredible 20 years of running his own business.Steve Pointon made the move to OSCAR Pet Foods after finding himself tied up in the stressful politics of the banking industry, making the most of his sales experience.
Minster Cleaning has developed two new apps to help its business work even better.Minster Cleaning has given its franchisees a new, smarter way of working, thanks to its brand-new apps that will be launching soon.
Drain Doctor celebrates the FIFA World Cup in its new marketing campaign for commercial customers., Drain Doctor, has been capitalising on the World Cup fever that’s been sweeping the nation by launching a World Cup themed marketing campaign.
Brokerplan has seen high numbers of new recruits at its training programmes for those starting their business.Brokerplan has been celebrating another successful month after it saw unprecedented interest in its training programme.
Radfield Home Care was thrilled to hear the benefits of franchising being discussed on BBC Radio 4.BBC Radio 4 show ‘The Bottom Line’ has been discussing the benefits and growth of British Franchise Association (BFA) approved franchises, much to the delight of Radfield Home Care.
6-foot Subway goes on sale – that’s 2 inches taller than the average man!For most of us, a 6-inch subway is perfect for when you’re a bit peckish and a footlong sandwich will satisfy if you’re starving.
Agency Express has had a busy month following regional increases in properties to let.Specialist estate agent , Agency Express, has been kept busy throughout May and June, as figures show huge increases in ‘to let’ and ‘let’ properties in some areas of the UK.
Angela’s Swim School reaches top 3 in category at BFA HSBC Franchise Award 2018.Angela’s Swim School has been shortlisted as a finalist in the Emerging Franchisor of the Year category of the BFA HSBC Franchise Awards for 2018.
Ableworld opens a new store that’s set to have a café and fully functioning mobility scooter test track.Ableworld has been celebrating the opening of its largest ever store, which is set to include a café and meeting space.
Kip McGrath Trowbridge joined in with ‘Bring Your Dog to Work Day’Specialist maths and English tutoring company Kip McGrath has been participating in ‘Bring Your Dog to Work Day’.
Driver Hire raises money for a good cause and gets everyone into the spirit of the summer of football.Driver Hire has been getting into the World Cup spirit by hosting its own thrilling football tournament.
Wilkins Chimney Sweep’s Louise Harris has been recognised for her hard work and commitment to growing her business.Owner of Wilkins Chimney Sweep, Louise Harris, has been honoured for her commitment to her franchise in a glitzy central London ceremony.
Service Master shares tips on how to recover after a hurricane, as bad season is predicted for 2018.Merry Maids’ parent company, Service Master, has been warning customers to stay prepared ahead of what is predicted to be a more severe than usual hurricane season.
Kumon awards its brightest stars in a ceremony at Bristol Museum’s school room.In a ceremony attended by Bristol’s Lady Mayoress, Bianca Denecia Caroline Durrant, and The Rt Hon Lord Mayor of Bristol, Councillor Cleo Lake, supplementary Kumon rewarded some of its best students.
Wheel Wizard sponsored triathlete, Fabio Spiteri, has broken a world cycling record by covering 1,000km in just 3 days.Triathlete Fabio Spiteri, who is sponsored by Wheel wizard, broke a record by cycling over 1,000km of Sicilian coastline in an incredible three days.
Zip Yard’s Chester branch took part in an event to raise money and awareness for charity Alzheimer’s Society.National Cupcake Day, which was set up by the Alzheimer’s Society, was held on the 14th of June.
InXpress has been named by the London Stock Exchange Group as a company that’s crucial to the UK’s economic growth.In a time of rapid growth among companies in the, InXpress has been named as one of the top 1,000 companies in Britain by the London Stock Exchange.
Students around the UK can receive the support they need as Tutor Doctor looks to expand.Tutor Doctor is looking to capitalise on the growing demand for personalised education in the UK with a month of events in student hotspots London, Manchester, Birmingham and .
Las Iguanas launches first-ever bespoke ‘Experiences’ on Airbnb.Las Iguanas, the UK-based member of the Casual Dining Group, has joined forces with Airbnb to offer its users two unique ‘Experiences’ that can be booked through the platform.
They did it: Janet and Peter Grimes have just registered their 200th client, less than two years after investing in the Nationwide Cleaners business. Next target: 300 clients by the summer of 2019.
New Little Gym centre for active children and toddlers opens in Carmel, Virginia.After purchasing their franchise in September 2017, a new Little Gym centre is finally ready to be opened in Carmel, Virginia by the Bargers.
Just Shutters sponsor Talbot Heath’s brand new multi-curriculum building., Just Shutters, was invited to a special ceremony this week, as Talbot Heath school’s head teacher, Angharad Holloway, put the final golden bolt into the steel framework of the school’s exciting new STEAM Hub.
Marston’s invite fans to brewery in celebration of the unofficial holiday.Marston’s, a leading , threw open its doors to celebrate ‘Beer Day Britain’, bringing together beer lovers from across the nation.The day is inspired by the year 1215, when the Magna Carta was signed.
Speedy Freight records growth and climbing profits, Speedy Freight, has announced that 2017 was a fantastic year, with soaring profits and turnover to celebrate.
Promedica24 becomes a member of the Dementia Action Alliance to help improve clients’ livesLive in care provider, Promedica24, has joined the national Dementia Action Alliance (DAA) as it aims to strengthen its services to improve the lives of those affected by the illness.
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