With a record number of entries received, the 20 finalists have been named for the BFA/HSBC Franchisor of the Year Awards 2014, supported by Express Newspapers.
The finalists in the six award categories are:
BFA/HSBC Franchisor of the Year
- Agency Express
- Autosmart
- Domino’s
- ERA
- Signs Express
- TaxAssist Accountants
- Water Babies
Emerging Franchisor of the Year
- Ableworld
- Bright & Beautiful
- Right at Home
Award for Innovation
- Chemex
- McDonald’s
- O2
Franchisee Recruitment Award
- Autosmart
- Mail Boxes Etc.
- Riverford Organic Farms
Brand of the Year
- Kumon
- The ZipYard
International Achievement
- InXpress
- Pirtek
Cathryn Hayes, head of franchising at HSBC, said: “This is one of the toughest year’s judging processes I can remember. The 20 finalists should be extremely proud to have stood out in a highly competitive field, reflecting the quality and depth that is found in today’s franchise brands.
“Commiserations go to those that did not make it this far and we hope to see them again next year.”
The winners will be announced at a black-tie gala dinner on 26 June at Heythrop Park, Oxfordshire.