Setting the standard
For a brand looking to build a successful franchise on these shores, the importance of its first franchisee can’t be underestimated
Crossing over: why employees make great franchisees
Allowing employees to buy into a franchise as a franchisee can have huge benefits for all involved
Lisa Suswain of Wagging Tails named best female franchisor at NatWest EWIF Awards
Founder of dog care franchise handed award by Natwest and EWIF as women and franchising take centre stage
Two’s company: franchise partnerships between couples are the perfect match
It seems as though it’s not only budding, entrepreneurial singles that are cashing in on the success of a franchise. Couples are also taking the plunge as franchisees
Win-win: the sale of an existing franchise can benefit all parties
Whether it’s the decision of the franchisor or franchisee, a franchise resale is a common occurrence in the world of franchising. Kate Legg, associate at Higgs & Sons, talks us through the ins and outs
How social media works for franchising
Cracking social media is a challenge for any business but for franchises it presents particular issues regarding brand consistency and management
Finalists announced for bfa HSBC Franchisee of the Year Awards 2014
Record-breaking number of entrants narrowed down to 19 franchisees who will battle it out for top accolade in UK franchising
Running dry: surviving franchisor insolvency
Finding out your franchisor has gone into insolvency is the last thing any franchisee wants to hear. But all is not lost: there’s still every chance you can survive the drought
Master and commander: international success is more likely with the right franchise partner
Finding a suitable master franchisee is an essential part of successfully expanding a franchise overseas, says Farrah Rose, director of international development at the International Franchising Centre
Nisa to launch new franchise trial
Nisa comes to the rescue of independent retailers with rollout of new franchise option
