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Right at Home owners and teams recognised for outstanding achievements at our sparkling Celebration AwardsRight at Home has celebrated a year of outstanding achievements from across our network at our Annual Celebration Awards.The prestigious award ceremony was held on the second day of our Annual Conference, at St George’s Park on Thursday 29 September. The awards shine a light on the tremendous achievements of local offices over the last year. Across 12 award categories, Franchisees, CareGiver...

Richard Chatten-Hague, Head of Group Global Support, panelist for first Best Franchise webinar.The Best Franchise Programme, run by leading market research agency WorkBuzz, hosted its first webinar recently, with a key member of the TaxAssist Support Centre team, Richard Chatten-Hague, asked to participate in a panel discussion.“It was a pleasure to take part in this franchise industry webinar. TaxAssist Accountants is firmly established as one of the UKs leading franchisors and we are always ha...

Fantastic Services has launched in Hungary. The business has appointed Marcell Mark and Daniel Pongracz as its Hungarian Master Franchisees and is now actively looking for franchise business partners in the country.Marcell and Daniel previously ran a very successful domestic services business in Hungary, but were struggling to keep up with the exploding demand. After a chance conversation with a colleague they started to research Fantastic Services, and found that it could provide them with ever...

The Travel Franchise (TTF) is now part of EWIF, a not-for-profit organisation which provides advice and guidance to Encourage Women into Franchising.Women have traditionally been the dominant buyers and sellers of travel, yet their numbers aren’t always reflected in the highest decision-making positions in the industry which typically means a huge disparity in both pay and opportunity.The Travel Franchise and its customer-facing brand Not Just Travel have a strong female presence with women maki...

Studio Pilates International is celebrating many milestones in 2022 including its 20th birthday, expansion into The UK (marking the 5th country) and opening of their 72nd studio.  Since opening the very first franchise in 2014, Studio Pilates International (SPI) has gone from strength to strength and despite the challenges the industry has faced post pandemic, the Australian made but globally loved brand has seen a 38% growth in revenue and a 48% increase in the number of studios opene...

The TaxAssist Group has rolled out its financial planning offering to meet clients’ needs and drive new income streams for TaxAssist franchisees.TaxAssist Accountants has cemented its position as the one-stop-shop for individuals and businesses through the launch of its new financial services offering, with clients now able to access advice and support on mortgages, personal protection, relevant life cover and business protection. Wealth planning and pensions advice will be offered soon.TaxAssis...

How to fight the back-to-school blues while preparing for the year aheadSeptember and the ‘back-to-school’ routine can fill some students with dread. But, if preparations are done properly and thoroughly, they can be a great way to instil excitement and motivation. With the next academic year right around the corner, it is best to get organised now to alleviate the stress and worries children around the country might be starting to feel. Here, the in-home and online tutoring company, Tutor Docto...

If you are looking for a franchise opportunity, have an interest in health and fitness or preventative health, but are put off by the issues that traditional gyms are facing in the current economic climate, then you should take a closer look at fit20. We are bucking the trends of traditional gyms, there is a lot to say, but first we would like to invite you to come and meet our CEO Walter Vendel, National Director Niri Patel, and franchisee Duncan Attwood from fit20 Exeter, at The National...

Not Just Travel was presented with the Cruise Award for BEST HOMEWORKING AGENCY 2022 in a lavish ceremony aboard The Cutty Sark in Greenwich, London last month. Run by CRUISE ADVISER, the leading cruise publication for the travel trade, the Cruise Awards recognises the very best companies in travel.How We Got Here – The Cruise Mastery ProgrammeNOT JUST TRAVEL is a leading UK travel franchise with over 500 franchisees. We’re keen to help our homeworking consultants react to industry trends. In fa...

Cirencester gets a taste of Papa John’s as the leading pizza franchise’s latest store opens on Bishop's Walk, creating 15 new jobs in the Gloucestershire market town.“As a brand, Papa John’s continues to expand across the UK. We aim to create convenience for our customers, so we are opening on high streets in smaller trade zones. This shortens delivery times and means more people can share the treat of Papa John’s pizza wherever they are.” Amit Pancholi, director of business development, Pa...

Oven Wizards got together earlier this Summer for their Annual Conference in Stratford-upon-Avon. It was great to be back meeting face to face. The Conference together with the Regional Meetings are a great Opportunity for Wizards to get together face to face to build relationships, share best practice and enjoy themselves in a relaxed atmosphere. The day included the business meeting in the afternoon and a social event with excellent entertainment in the evening.Harvey Rainbow, who owns and ope...

One in five UK adults want to start their own business* – what’s stopping you?With a franchise, you could be your own boss with the added benefit of an established brand, a proven business model, and ongoing training and support. Unlock the potential of this lucrative business model at the UK’s flagship franchise event – The National Franchise Exhibition on 7 & 8 October 2022 at the NEC, Birmingham.Attendees will have the opportunity to get to know the teams behind over 100 leading franchise bra...