Business Franchise articles from October 2006

Business Franchise archives from October 2006

Entrepreneur degree.(NEED TO KNOW)
October 1, 2006... NOW IN its second year, the Masters Degree in Technical Ventures and Foundations of Entrepreneurship is available at University College London. Aimed at equipping budding entrepreneurs with the skills necessary for a successful business...

Skills for creative micros.(NEED TO KNOW)
October 1, 2006... HUNDREDS OF owner managers in the South West's creative industries are to be given greater access to skills that could help them break into overseas markets. The 800,000 [pounds sterling] Skills Development Programme is being funded by the...

Too drafty.(NEED TO KNOW)
October 1, 2006... OVERDRAFT CHARGES may be slashed as the Office of Fair Trading puts pressure on banks to reduce this discretionary area of profitability. Ranks have increased charges on current accounts and credit card charges by around 40 per cent in two...

Half of businesses miss out on interest.(NEED TO KNOW)
October 1, 2006... SOME 53 per cent of businesses are losing out on interest by keeping their cash in savings accounts that pay a rate below the Bank of England base rate. Research conducted for Investec Private Bank also reveals that a third of companies have...

Making life better for SMEs.(NEED TO KNOW)
October 1, 2006... The Small Business Council has released its latest annual report which lists 32 recommendations to the government aimed at improving the outlook and trading enviro for SMEs. Two of its main concerns are that simplification procedures for red...

Small firms sick.(NEED TO KNOW)
October 1, 2006... GOVERNMENT PLANS to scrap the three waiting days rule before employees are entitled to Statutory Sick Pay could increase the number of absences taken by staff who are not unwell. The warning comes from the British Chambers of Commerce in...

Support for euro hits record low.(BUSINESS NEWS)
October 1, 2006... THE NUMBER of UK businesses supporting Britain's adoption of the Euro has fallen to its lowest ever level. Research from business advisers Grant Thornton reports that only 35 per cent of SMEs would want the currency introduced. In the same...

Innovative SMEs offered cash to grow.(BUSINESS NEWS)
October 1, 2006... TWO NEW Enterprise Capital Funds have been launched by the government bringing the total of such awards to six. The Small Business Minister, Margaret Hodge, says that they will help cutting-edge SMEs gain access to the finance they need to...

Fleet insurance fiasco.(BUSINESS NEWS)
October 1, 2006... REPORTS THAT 14,000 firms running fleets have failed to register their vehicles on a Motor Insurance Database show that important regulation is not working because SMEs have not been informed of their responsibilities. This is the claim of...

Life check.(BUSINESS NEWS)
October 1, 2006... CONSULTING BROKERS Lifesearch recommend that you check your life insurance policy regularly to keep up with inflation and your own changing circumstances. Here's their six-point life check: A third of the population has never reviewed its...

Fair finance website hits the mark.(BUSINESS NEWS)
October 1, 2006... ENTREPRENEURS ACROSS the West Midlands have welcomed a new regional website which offers jargon-free guidance on a wide range of alternative finance. The West Midlands finance providers that make up the Fair Finance Consortium have reported...

eBay specialist's swap shop.(21ST CENTURY BARTERING)
October 1, 2006... ESSEX-BASED PROFESSIONAL eBay seller XS Items is bringing the concept of bartering into the 21st century by teaming up with the world's leading business-to-business trade exchange to offer its first franchise opportunities. Throughout...

Vom FASS expands its offer for existing franchisees.(FOOD FOR THOUGHT)
October 1, 2006... With 13 UK outlets, 'The sweet shop for grown ups', Vom FASS has announced plans to open 18 by the end of 2006 and 100 by 2011. As well as this ambitious target, managing director Richard Mosconi has suggested that there may also be new plans...

Franaccounts inform with podcasts.(POD KNOWS)
October 1, 2006... FRANACCOUNTS HAS announced its launch of a new informative series of podcasts for franchisees. The first series is aimed at steering a prospective franchisee through the process of setting up and running a successful franchise business....

Myhome acquires Autosheen.(FRANCHISE NEWS)
October 1, 2006... Myhome has announced that it has acquired the entire share capital of Autosheen Limited, a leading, established franchise brand operating a national car valeting network, and a former winner of the Franchisor of the Year Award. Autosheen...

In-toto's designs for life.(KITCHENS)
October 1, 2006... In-toto Kitchen franchisees in Nottingham and Poole are celebrating the recent success of their designers in reaching the finals of prestigious national design awards. The KBSA (Kitchen, Bathroom, Bedroom Specialists Association) Design...

Meet Hazel the Harris Hawk.(LET US PREY)
October 1, 2006... NBC BIRD Solutions cordially invites you to meet a special guest, Hazel the Harris Hawk, who is winging her way into the forthcoming National Franchise Exhibition. This is a rare opportunity to get up close and personal to a majestic hawk....

Online Ovenu.(FRANCHISE NEWS)
October 1, 2006... OVENU, the professional oven valeting franchise, has enhanced the franchise offering to its UK network with the development of a new web service. Each of Ovenu's 100 franchises now have an individual 'micro-site' attached to the...

Pauline May targets NFE visitors.(FRANCHISE NEWS)
October 1, 2006... A DESIGNER who began by making clothes for the elderly in her garage and has now launched a franchisee network across the UK and Ireland is to showcase her fast-expanding business at the 2006 National Franchise Exhibition, NEC Birmingham on...

Strong demand for Threshers franchises.(FRANCHISE NEWS)
October 1, 2006... THE THRESHER Group, which launched its franchise scheme in April, has announced impressive first quarter results. Just three months ago, leading independent drinks retailer Thresher became the first off-licence group to offer existing,...

Road running to recognition: Recognition Express has established a lasting relationship with WellChild, the only charity dedicated to supporting sick children in the UK, whatever their illness ...(FRANCHISE NEWS: CHARITY REPORT)
October 1, 2006... PREPARATION IS well underway for two colleagues taking part in this year's BUPA Great North Run on 1st October in Newcastle. Zoe Waistell (pictured, below) and Russell Golding work for leading franchise organisation Recognition Express,...

bfa Franchisee of the Year Awards.(bfa NEWS)
October 1, 2006... THE HIGHLIGHT of National Franchise Week, the bfa Franchisee of the Year Awards ceremony is a much-anticipated event, particularly among the 10 finalists who will battle it out to be crowned 'Franchisee of the Year 2006'. In addition, the...

National Franchise Exhibition.(bfa NEWS)
October 1, 2006... THE CLIMAX of National Franchise Week 2006 and the ideal place to see the breadth of opportunities available to prospective franchisees, the National Franchise Exhibition is held at the Birmingham NEC on October 6-7. The bfa runs educational...

New bfa members.(bfa NEWS)
October 1, 2006... THE bfa's membership continues to grow with more new and existing franchisors seeing the benefit of bfa membership. For those considering franchising, bfa membership provides a degree of knowledge that the franchisor has been positively...

Book stop.(bfa NEWS)
October 1, 2006... THE DECISION to invest in a franchise is an important one. You will need as much information as possible at your fingertips in order to evaluate your suitability and the potential franchises you may be interested in running for yourself. ...

Escape the 9 to 5.(bfa NEWS)
October 1, 2006... HAVE YOU ever sat at your desk and wondered what it would feel like to 'Escape the 9 to 5' and be your own boss? The latest research from the British Franchise Association (bfa) shows that people running their own business are almost...

All creatures great and small.(WHAT'S OUT THERE)
October 1, 2006... A proliferation of pet and children's outfits exist within the franchise sector today, and the reason for this is a simple one: of the 20 million homes in the UK, more than half have at least one pet and/or at least one child. From creches...

Shining example: Neil Gowing is one of the first of a growing new network of franchisees for Professional car Cleaning (PCC)--the latest opportunity on offer from leading franchise group, ChipsAway.(Cover story)
October 1, 2006... Launched earlier this year, PCC made an instant impact with a comprehensive, high-quality franchise package backed by one of the most experienced franchisors in the industry. To date, seventeen new franchisees have launched their PCC...

The young ones: once in every lifetime, comes a franchisee like this ... actually more than that, because, as John Bensalhia discovers, more young people are signing up to be a part of the booming franchise industry.(BF YOUNG FRANCHISEES)
October 1, 2006... Have you ever flicked through one of those music magazines and stumbled upon one of those 'Top 100 Album' polls? You know, the ones that put in a vintage choice like Sgt Pepper at the top. Or maybe you've chanced on one of those Top 100...

Take the training: KJ Associates is a new franchise opportunity that has opened in training and business consultancy, with openings around the UK. Get on board!(NEW LAUNCH: KJ ASSOCIATES)
October 1, 2006... KJ Associates offers a range of courses and programmes for businesses covering business, management and personal development topics. Courses are run either at the client's own premises or at a venue of their choice. The management...

Kream of the crop: after having one of those 'now or never' moments, Nick Leech launched kream, a recruitment company specialising in the motor industry. However, he didn't stop there and has now established a whole network of specialised consultancies through franchising.(NEW TO THE BLOCK)
October 1, 2006... 'THE TIME was as right as it was ever going to be. It was clear to me that franchising was the quickest way to establish a business of substance,' he explains. kream motor recruitment began as a specialist consultancy in North Yorkshire,...

Tempting the tastebuds: the delicious smell of warm sugar-covered pretzels with a hint of cinnamon is difficult to resist, and with a lower fat content than most fast food options there's no reason to deny yourself a treat from franchise Auntie Anne's.(NEW TO THE BLOCK)(Company overview)
October 1, 2006... AUNTIE ANNE'S provides customers with a variety of hand-rolled soft pretzels, dips and drinks. The concept is unique in that each store mixes, twists and bakes either sweet or savoury pretzels in full view of customers with each pretzel...

Perfect blend: specialist coffee shop and delicatessen Berits & Brown is to expand by franchising, and is now looking for enterprising individuals to set up franchised outlets nationwide.(NEW TO THE BLOCK)
October 1, 2006... BERITS & BROWN was established in 2004 when co-founders Sue Berits and Pete Brown identified a gap in the market for a local specialist food shop that also offered excellent coffee and fine wines from around the world. Sue says: 'This is...

Scent of success: those with a nose for business need look no further than The Perfume Studio, a new franchise offering bespoke fragrances at competitive prices to discerning consumers.(NEW LAUNCH: THE PERFUME STUDIO)
October 1, 2006... Lewes-based The Perfume Studio offers a unique bespoke perfume systems, where clients are guided in the creation of their own signature perfume. With access to some of the finest raw materials sourced from around the world, a unique fragrance...

Special delivery: Business Services Group (BSG) is continuing to recruit franchisees around the UK, and with the Royal Mail Sameday service, newcomers can benefit from this highly effective facility.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: BUSINESS SERVICES (BSG))
October 1, 2006... The Royal Mail Sameday service launched earlier this year is continuing to make inroads into the Sameday courier market. This business model uses sales and management franchisees to target business across all sectors from FTSE 100...

You only live twice: when Roger Catchpole was made redundant for the second time last year, he recognised that franchising with Chipsaway was a safe and lucrative route to self-employment.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: CHIPSAWAY)
October 1, 2006... IT manager Roger Catchpole was made redundant twice last year, and that was enough for him to realise that being employed was no guarantee of security. He decided that in future his life would not be dictated by the decisions of other people,...

Top marques for dent: all of you 27 million drivers: Beware! You could be at risk of damaging your car when you least expect it. Fortunately, help is at hand from Dent Technique, which is offering franchisees the chance to make a difference ...(NEW LAUNCH: DISTRIBUTION UNLIMITED)
October 1, 2006... Edinburgh-based distribution specialists and demographic mapping company Distribution Unlimited is expanding its services out with the confines of Scotland's capital, having teamed up with The Franchise Doctors to set up Distribution...

The legend lives on ...: Esprit continues to expand its global presence in the franchise sector: Business Franchise investigates its universal masterplan.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: ESPRIT)
October 1, 2006... Since 1976 Esprit has been at home in Europe. Over the years, the international brand has become a legend in terms of lifestyle, image, design and products. And the legend lives on. The group operates approximately 670 directly managed stores...

The right mix: Mixamate franchisee and former broker, Tony Goreham, is now the franchisee for High Wycombe and most of the Thames Valley. John Bensalhia finds out how he has made the transition from the city to the world of concrete.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: MIXAMATE)
October 1, 2006... There have been many great inventors of our time. Alexander Graham Bell. Marconi. Klunk from Dastardly and Muttley In Their Flying Machines. But none of these ever came up with an invention like The Conqueror, the flagship of the Mixamate...

Blinded by the might: Apollo Blinds franchisees will be busy with a launch of new collections--Roller, Vertical and Venetian--which are out now ...(FRANCHISE FOCUS: APOLLO BLINDS)
October 1, 2006... When Apollo Blinds recently unveiled its new branding it marked a watershed in the company's fortunes. It saw its new modern contemporary image as the springboard to double the size of its franchisee network over the next five years. ...

Turkey and chips: crackers about Christmas? Good news if you're a CHIPS franchisee, because Christmas comes early at this year's annual conference, which looks to be the biggest yet, John Bensalhia pours a sherry and listens in.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: CHIPS)
October 1, 2006... Some months are so familiar with their patterns and rituals. By the time you read this magazine, it'll be September, which means the kids go back to school, the new season of TV programmes hits the screens and those Autumn leaves gather on...

Fraser sharp: successfully growing a business has been a particularly satisfying and rewarding experience for Neil and Carol Fraser, Signs Express franchisees for Glasgow.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: SIGNS EXPRESS)
October 1, 2006... The Frasers were awarded the Glasgow territory for Signs Express in 1995. While providing a comprehensive signs and graphics service, they have expanded over the last 11 years and now service the whole of the city. Carol, previously a PA...

Sheen to be believed: Autosheen is embarking on a nationwide franchisee recruitment campaign aimed at individuals who want to run their own profitable valeting business.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: AUTOSHEEN)
October 1, 2006... Demand has never been stronger for the Autosheen service. Since opening in 1984, the company has become the number-one brand leader in the world of mobile vehicle valeting in the UK, consistently setting the benchmark in the industry. As...

Prix at last: as Snap-on's international subsidiary managers gather for meeting in the United Kingdom, the Honda Racing F1 team wins its first Grand Prix. Business Franchise recounts a fast-paced but rewarding few days of victory ...(FRANCHISE FOCUS: SNAP-ON)
October 1, 2006... It really couldn't have been planned better. When it was proposed that Snap-on UK should host the first-ever Snap-on international meeting, the UK team wanted to show how its six-month old relationship with the Honda Racing F1 Team was...

Ticking all the boxes: Mark Anthony visits Smart Cartridge to find out how the company has achieved high levels of growth whilst maintaining the close-knit family feel upon which it was built.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: SMART CARTRIDGE)
October 1, 2006... Regardless of their background or the industry sector in which they intend to operate, the average franchisee has to ask themselves a number of key questions: Does my preferred franchise offer the opportunity to become profitable in a...

Good news travels fast; Minster's Derbyshire franchisee, John Mills is enjoying huge success with his business and a brand that is 'synonymous with integrity, professionalism and achievement'.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: MINSTER CLEANING SERVICES)(Company overview)
October 1, 2006... When accountant, John Mills was looking for a business opportunity for himself, some former colleagues suggested that he take a look at Minster Cleaning Service--a management franchise which has been a consistent high performer over many...

The drain brains: John Bensalhia finds out what makes Metro Rod the ultimate in drainage solutions, and speaks to Bristol franchisees Maureen and Clive Newport to get a picture of what's in store for potential candidates ...(FRANCHISE FOCUS: METRO ROD)
October 1, 2006... Here's a game for you. The next time you walk down a street, see how many of the sights you spot on your way are linked with franchising. For example, you may feel peckish--say you have a hankering for a burger. That's one franchise link...

Mail dominance: business services specialist Mail Boxes Etc (MBE) is seeking franchisees for new centres in many pads of the UK to meet increasing demand for its wide range of services.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: MBE)
October 1, 2006... MBE is unique in UK franchising. It is the only high street chain that offers consumers and local companies a comprehensive range of business, postal and communication services--everything from parcels delivery all over the world to mail box...

Top Marques for Dent: all of you 27 million drivers: beware! You could be at risk of damaging your car when you least expect it. Fortunately, help is at hand from Dent Technique, which is offering franchisees the chance to make a difference ...(FRANCHISE FOCUS: DENT TECHNIQUE)
October 1, 2006... Now there are 27 million cars on the UK's roads, so it's inevitable that some will get damaged. People who are unlucky enough to get a dent in their cars--especially brand new ones--want it put right immediately. Drivers expect a...

From badges to business gifts: year-on-year growth ... A flourishing multi-million pound network ... Tempted yet? It's time to find out all about corporate recognition and promotional product franchise Recognition Express now ...(FRANCHISE FOCUS: RECOGNITION EXPRESS)
October 1, 2006... Recognition Express has been successfully operating franchises in corporate recognition and promotional products since 1979. The most successful franchise network for this sector in the UK, with 50 franchisees in the UK and Europe,...

Successful Swisher: award-winning washroom sanitation management franchise Swisher has honed its system to ensure the best chance of success for its franchisees. Business Franchise finds out more ...(FRANCHISE FOCUS: SWISHER)
October 1, 2006... Swisher, the UK's leading management franchise, is continuing to grow its customers, the value of network turnover, and Swisher territories. Franchisees in Swindon, Bath, Colchester and Liverpool South all achieved in excess of 12,000 [pounds...

A printed story: Prontapoint has a tale to tell: the brand is evolving and the company is looking for high calibre franchisees to join in the success story. John Bensalhia is your narrator ...(FRANCHISE FOCUS: PRONTAPRINT)
October 1, 2006... Are you sitting comfortably? Then I want to tell you a story. It's a tale of a company that is one of the most significant brands in franchising. That company is Prontaprint, which has always been at the forefront in technology, service...

Follow the Dublcheck system: the Dublcheck franchise has met with positive responses from its franchisees. Find out how this cleaning services franchise can offer the opportunity of a lifetime.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: DUBLCHECK)
October 1, 2006... Dublcheck, founded in 1993 an having been named one of the UK's fastest growing companies according to The Sunday times and Virgin Fasttrack 100, is still going from strength to strength. Carol Stewart-Gill founder and chairman is still very...

Bumper year for 2006: vehicle repair franchises, Dent Wizard and Flying Colours have enjoyed a highly profitable year since its launch in March. The good news for interested candidates is that there are still more than 140 territories up for grabs ...(FRANCHISE FOCUS: DENT WIZARD/FLYING COLOURS)
October 1, 2006... 2006 has been nothing short of spectacular for Dent Wizard and Flying Colours. Since the programme's launch in March, there are now more than 20 franchises up and running. This is just the beginning for the cosmetic vehicle repair...

Valetings' day: Mobile Car Valeting's Rotherham and Doncaster franchisee Colin Crabtree talks to John Bensalhia about his business and its excellent reputation ...(FRANCHISE FOCUS: MOBILE CAR VALETING)
October 1, 2006... Any car. Any condition. Colin Crabtree will valet it. Colin is Mobile Car Valeting's latest franchise success story, operating in Rotherham and Doncaster. He has recently signed up in the Spring of 2006, 20 years after MCV started out as...

Kindergarten tops: Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries is meeting favour with top childcare establishment regulatory authority OFSTED. Business Franchise chalks up the company's other impressive achievements ...(FRANCHISE FOCUS: MONEY PUZZLE)
October 1, 2006... Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries is proud of a significant recent accomplishment. The company is subject to the especially demanding directives that apply to all childcare establishments. The regulatory authority responsible for monitoring...

Top of the pups: he's appeared on TV's Big Breakfast and worked for David Jason, Robin Gibb and Jamiroquai--Alison Ledger welcomes you to Gregg Booth's wonderful world with Mobile Dog Wash and Grooming Service.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: MOBILE DOG WASH & GROOMING SERVICE)(Company overview)
October 1, 2006... It's not surprising that when New Zealander Gregg Booth set up Mobile Dog Wash and Grooming Service, he found himself the winner of an unusual business of the year award and the centre of media attention. 'If you do something different,...

Prokill spreads its wings: Prokill Professional Pest Prevention comes to Stand K55 at the NEC having exceeded all expectations since its launch at the Olympia Franchise Exhibition in March of this year.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: PROKILL)
October 1, 2006... Whilst industry statistics will tell you that franchisors are lucky if they can appoint one in every 500 applicants, why are Prokill Professional Pest Prevention, despite stringent approval criteria, currently awarding franchises at one in...

CG's net gains: now with a free ebay auction drop service, Cash Generator is an even more attractive offer for prospective franchisees, says managing director Julian Urry.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: CASH GENERATOR)
October 1, 2006... Cash Generator is making a very large capital investment after designing its own ebay/Cash Generator internet auction site. Putting the internet into the heart of its business, Cash Generator is introducing a new ebay/CG Net Auction Drop...

Printer perfect: if a necessity product, the right market and low overheads sounds like a successful business model to you, then look no further than Lasertech.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: LASERTECH)(Company overview)
October 1, 2006... Lasertech manufactures and supplies printer cartridges as well as supplying office products to businesses. Established in 1989, Lasertech was originally operating as a mail order company, but with a demand for face-to-face sales and a local...

Ring the bell: give personal telephone answering services franchise Kendlebell a ring today! Franchisee Norma Ingle did, and it turned out to be the best career move she ever made. John Bensalhia finds out her story.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: KENDLEBELL)
October 1, 2006... It's fair to say that journalists get a pretty bad press. Admitting you are a journalist is akin to admitting that you are a taxman or a debt collector. But journalists and newspapers/ magazines have their uses--they can, for example,...

Steer your career: get into the driving seat of your own business with Go-Kart Party: a fun-filled franchise that's cashing in on the children's entertainment market--a sector estimated to be worth 220million [pounds sterling] a year.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: GO-KART PARTY)
October 1, 2006... As four to nine year olds zoom around at 6mph in their go-karts on a sunny afternoon in late August, the look of excitement on their faces is unmistakable. Parents are finding that getting their little ones into the karts is a lot easier than...

Especially floor you: Countrywide Floorcare is about to start a revolution so hang onto your shag pile! Business Franchise investigates the possibilities that this franchise can offer.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: COUNTRYWIDE FLOORCARE)
October 1, 2006... Countrywide Floorcare was set up to provide the most reliable and efficient floorcare service around. Managing director Ray Coleshill is passionate about the industry and dedicated to providing value for his customers. Which means he will...

Treasure hunt: as the eBay evolution sweeps across the world, the iSold It franchise is set to gain in a big way. Alison Ledger discovers how when she meets the UK's first iSold It franchisees.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: iSOLD IT)
October 1, 2006... iSold It, the leading drop-off chain in the US touched down in the UK earlier this year prepared to make itself noticed, and if you visited the British and International Franchise Exhibition at Olympia in March, you certainly could not have...

Lawn to run: lawn treatment franchise GreenThumb proved to be an irresistible opportunity when it came to the attention of Jacqui and Ian Balmforth. John Bensalhia finds out why ...(FRANCHISE FOCUS: GREENTHUMB)
October 1, 2006... Some customers love their local shop. Whether it's the service, the products, or the staff, all of these combine to keep those customers coming back for more. With one franchise, though, two customers were so impressed, that they decided to...

Trade exchange to stock exchange: since 1991 Bartercard has rapidly established itself as the world's number one trade exchange. A great chance exists to join this globally represented b2b franchise.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: BARTERCARD)(Interview)
October 1, 2006... Bartercard has a Trade [pounds sterling] (T[pounds sterling]) turnover in access of T1 billion [pounds sterling] and was listed the UK stock exchange last year (Aim). New MD Geoff Searle explains further: WHAT IS A TRADE EXCHANGE? 'A...

Let's talk business ...: networking generates business. Fact. Yet it's not always an option for franchisors when time is tight, and that's why the Franchise Networking Alliance has come up with a very sensible solution.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: FRANCHISE NETWORKING ALLIANCE)
October 1, 2006... One of the most invaluable methods of marketing your business and increasing revenue is networking. There is always a higher conversion rate when a customer is referred or recommended to a business, and the need for a company that encourages...

Sunbelt shines: John Bensalhia speaks to two new Sunbelt franchisees who have turned their working lives around, thanks to a combination of first class training, support and a tried-and-tested methodology.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: SUNBELT)
October 1, 2006... The largest business broker network in the world: An impressive feat for Sunbelt, and just recently, two new franchisees have commenced work to get a taste of its success. Tony Woodward, Norfolk franchisee, and Dominic Marlow, Oxford...

The mighty whoosh: if you have the requisite determination and fire to make a Burger King business succeed, then the fast food restaurant franchise wants to hear from you right now as Business Franchise explains ...(FRANCHISE FOCUS: BURGER KING)
October 1, 2006... Rockets do it. Planes do it. Giddy rollercoaster rides do it--to leave your spine and teeth rattling at the start gate. They all take off with a 'whoosh' --and back safely down on the ground, Burger King is similarly fuelled by that 'whoosh'....

Shifts in momentum: a potential market of nearly four million customers is an opportunity not to be missed. Don't stand still--move forward with a Momentum for Growth franchise.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: MOMENTUM 4 GROWTH)
October 1, 2006... Statistics provided by the Department of Trade and Industry show that 70 per cent of all new businesses fail in the first year. As a Momentum specialist, you can help these businesses avoid failure. There are over 4,350,000 SMEs in the...

Real estate: the Moving Works franchise offers a friendly and hassle-free approach to those buying property. The result? A nationwide programme of development that looks set to build.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: MOVING WORKS)
October 1, 2006... Georgina Cox, founder of estate agency franchise Moving Works, really hits the nail on the head when discussing how her company came about. 'Moving house is stressful enough without it needing to be a long, drawn out process. I wanted to...

Opportunities knock: Howarth Franchising highlights four fantastic franchises about to take the UK market by storm. Don't miss out!(FRANCHISE FOCUS: HOWARTH FRANCHISING)
October 1, 2006... The Subs way to profitability Cousins Subs is a sandwich chain based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA, with stores currently throughout the American Midwest and West Coast. The tradition of Cousins Subs started in 1972, when two...

Building blocks: ERA's training and support programme is helping franchisees develop and mould their own businesses. Business Franchise finds out how.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: EXPENSE REDUCTION ANALYSTS (ERA))
October 1, 2006... In January 2005, Expense Reduction Analysts (ERA) launched a five-week induction training programme replacing the previous five-day course provided. Now, 18 months on, the success of the training improvements can really be seen. We talk to a...

The slice of life: branching out into different and healthier food products, O'Briens is looking to recruit more franchisees to its cause. Business Franchise finds out how an investment with this company can prove extremely fruitful.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: O'BRIENS)
October 1, 2006... Variety is the spice of life, as the old saying goes. This maxim definitely applies to the O'Briens franchise proposition, which continues to branch out and build on its success, since the company's debut in 1995. The hand-cut sandwich...

Bank statement: Richard Holden reflects on his first year as head of franchising at Lloyds TSB.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: LLOYDS TSB)
October 1, 2006... After almost 25 years in a business you'd think you'd know it all. But all that time with Lloyds TSB I'm still learning every day. I recently completed my first year as head of franchising for Lloyds TSB and it has been a great year. If...

Thinking green, living clean: there are businesses that make money with little regard for how they go about it, but for Julie Bishop, founder of Living Clean, ethics and the environment aren't just buzzwords, they are the raison d'etre of her franchise.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: LIVING CLEAN)
October 1, 2006... 'The reason I started Living Clean was primarily because of illness,' says Julie. 'I get very bad asthma, and my father also suffered from the condition. However, he died from cancer and had the unshakable conviction that pesticides, and...

Major 'Tom: Yellowtom.com is the place for business advertisers to go to get an affordable, good quality advert on the web. Business Franchise finds out why this business is the place to be for potential franchisees ...(FRANCHISE FOCUS: YELLOWTOM.COM)
October 1, 2006... What a difference 30 years makes. In 1976, advertising on a computer wouldn't have been heard of. Maybe some floppy-haired, big side-burned boffin would have demonstrated it on Tomorrow's World, but otherwise, the only way for local...

Three is the magic number; Business Franchise speaks to Revive! managing director Mark Llewellyn about the significant progress this active company has made in 2006.(FRANCHISE FOCUS: REVIVE!)
October 1, 2006... Revive! is a dynamic company in the SMART repair field with a strong bias on building businesses rather than simply painting cars. Managing director Mark Llewellyn says: 'There are probably three factors that Revive! has contributed...

Myhome help: new franchisees may find the prospect of joining a well-established company a daunting one. But with the benefit of a complete training and support programme, there is no cause for alarm. John Bensalhia takes a look at what Myhome's excellent course can offer ...(FRANCHISE FOCUS: MYHOME)
October 1, 2006... Just supposing you were faced with the prospect of climbing up Big Ben and then abseiling back down again? And even worse, on your own with no help whatsoever--not even with the guy that cleans the clock face for a living? Unless you...

A-Z list of exhibitors.(The National Franchise Exhibition)
October 1, 2006... A-Z list of exhibitors All entries correct at time of going to press 80:20 Financial Management G110 AboutMyArea G85 Action International E70 Ads On Wheels ...

Exhibitors by category.(The National Franchise Exhibition)
October 1, 2006... Exhibitors by category All entries correct at time of going to press Accountants/Financial Advisors Franaccounts M150 Automobile Car Medic K10 Dent-Technique ...

Your future starts here: the National Franchise Exhibition in Birmingham is the largest and most comprehensive event of its kind in Britain, and could be the start of something big for all who attend. The British Franchise Association's director general, Brian Smart, welcomes you to the final event of National Franchise Week.(The National Franchise Exhibition)
October 1, 2006... I would like to welcome you to the National Franchise Exhibition 2006. The bfa is the major sponsor of the five franchise exhibitions held in the UK this year and the Birmingham NEC exhibition is one of the highlights of the UK franchise...

Find your perfect match: there is no better place to find out all about franchising than this year's National Franchise Exhibition, the UK's largest franchise exhibition, at the NEC in Birmingham on Friday 6 and Saturday 7 October.(The National Franchise Exhibition)
October 1, 2006... The National Franchise Exhibition is an event full of ideas, help and advice for anyone who is considering franchising as a business and career opportunity. The exhibition features over 250 tried and tested business concepts, from health...

Ladies lead the way: the Women in Franchising Zone is a dedicated platform for promoting, encouraging and celebrating women's involvement in the UK's 10 billion [pounds sterling] franchise industry.(Women in Franchising)
October 1, 2006... The Women in Franchising Zone, supported by Rosemary Conley Diet & Fitness Clubs is a dedicated area that includes a conference programme and franchisee networking zone, designed to assist female entrepreneurs in finding the franchise company...