New trade body, the Approved Franchise Association, for franchisors launched
A new, lower-cost franchise trade association, the Approved Franchise Association (AFA) has been launched for franchisors and suppliers at a time when the well-established British Franchise Association has begun enlarging its membership with the recruitment of franchisees. (more…)
Moreland Insurance Brokers and the British Franchise Association announce new partnership
Moreland Insurance Brokers, a highly recognised independent insurance specialist, has announced an important new partnership with the British Franchise Association (BFA), as part of a new BFA Brand Partnership initiative. (more…)
Latest recruit for Driver Hire in franchise resale
A resale franchise in Portsmouth for Driver Hire, the transport and logistics recruitment franchise, has been sold to Jamie Williamson. (more…)
New owners for Kall Kwik and Prontaprint print chains
Two of the longest-established and best-known British franchise systems, Kall Kwik and Prontaprint, together with their holding company, On Demand Communications (ODC) have gone into administration and Deloitte, the business advisory firm, appointed as administrators. (more…)
British pavilion for Franchise Expo, Paris 2012
The British Franchise Association (BFA) is to host a British pavilion at the Franchise Expo, Paris, on March 18 – 21 for its members. The cost of exhibiting is Euros 2,000 plus VAT. The show is expected to attract 450 exhibitors and more than 32,000 visitors. (more…)
Ground-breaking EU franchise law thesis gains doctorate for Mark Abell
World-renowned franchise lawyer, Mark Abell, has been awarded the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) by the University of London. Dr Abell, co-head of European law firm, Field Fisher Waterhouse’s franchising and licensing practice, was awarded the doctorate for his thesis on the Regulation of Franchising in the European Union. (more…)
Paul Salmon’s successful journey with Autovaletdirect, the mobile valeting franchise
I had spent 25 years in the retail trade working my way up from a retail assistant to retail store manager, but found it more and more unrewarding with the constant pressure, and the politics involved. (more…)
Community website franchise, from Northcliffe Digital, www.localpeople.co.uk
Northcliffe Digital, part of one of Britain’s largest media groups that includes the Daily Mail, is rolling out across the country through its community franchise websites, www.localpeople.co.uk. (more…)
Franchisees £50,000 refit at Southern Fried Chicken, the chicken take-away franchise
The major upgrade of a Southern Fried Chicken store in South Shields has seen the two franchisees and their franchisor reunited after they appeared on Channel 4’s Undercover Boss last year. (more…)
Five systems recruiting with FranchisingWorks
FranchisingWorks, which is currently operating a self-employment programme to create jobs through franchising in the Greater Manchester area, has enlisted five franchisors – Caremark, the Creation Station, Ovenclean, Snap-On Tools and VIP Bin Cleaning. (more…)
New companions for the British Franchise Association
Two former chairmen are among the four new companions of the British Franchise Association (BFA), who have been appointed for their contribution to the franchise industry and the association. (more…)
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