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How Snap Fitness is future-proofing its franchise offering
Snap Fitness EMEA CEO, Kevin Yates tells us how the business is moving beyond just exercise to become a lifestyle essential...
EF100 2027 opens: is your franchise brand ready?
The UK's biggest franchise ranking celebrates a landmark tenth year as entries officially open today
Buoyed by success
Water Babies’ MD James Brookes, outlines how rising demand for early-years swimming lessons, strong parental trust, and a tech-driven franchise model continue to drive momentum across the UK and beyond
Q&A: How Home Instead thinks global and acts local
Home Instead’s UK MD Ruth Brown talks leadership, franchising, resilience, and why building a values-led business starts with people…
And the 2026 EWiF Award winners are
Nine women were recognised at the annual EWiF Awards ceremony in Leicester on Wednesday 20 May, celebrating outstanding achievement across franchising
Maids in the UK
Recurring revenue and systems-led growth are reshaping the cleaning franchise model as Merry Maids UK positions itself for long-term scale. We spoke to Brand Leader Vikki Donnachie, to find out more…
Celebrating the best in franchising
Elite Franchise Top 100 (EF100) Awards 2026, recognising the businesses and individuals driving excellence across the franchising sector
Caremark at 20
Franchise built on Purpose, People and a Relentless Drive for Better Care
Rod of the Antarctic
An unlikely Dyno-Rod Plumbing & Drains partnership with a polar explorer shows how franchise networks can connect community impact, brand purpose, and local business leadership to maximise branding opportunities…
Hitting a major milestone
Home Instead’s inspirational boss sees the company hit 20 with the same purpose-led vigour and principles that started it all, but plenty of commercial success to talk about…
Hubs Bakshi: My Story
After scaling from one McDonald’s restaurant to five, with a sixth on the way, Hubs Bakshi explains how people, culture, innovation and community engagement have shaped his rapid expansion
Leading Lady
Stagecoach CEO Lisa Stead explains how she turned her student experience there into franchise leadership, inspiring students across the performing arts network
The personnel touch
More Than Loft Ladders has an exhaustive process to introduce newcomers to the business and set them up for success both initially and on an ongoing basis
Worldwide wings
Making an impact in the popular and competitive QSR sector isn’t easy, but Chicken Cottage COO, Tom Corcoran believes the brand’s mix of classic offerings, flavour experimentation and tech-lead service standards gives it the edge over the competition. We spoke to him to find out more…
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Who cares for Carers?
A homecare company putting care at the centre of its culture seems like a no-brainer, but in a sector beset by high staff turnover, carer care is a strategy that has been central to its successful expansion in the UK and Europe. We spoke to CEO Dan Archer, to find out more…
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Snapping into shape
Part of the successful Lift Brands fitness portfolio, Snap Fitness’ popular gym memberships offer 24-7 access alongside digital and online wellbeing content. We spoke to CEO Kevin Yates to find out more about the franchise and what it offers.
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Wish you were here?
For those that love travel, having a business that offers the chance to be your own boss while also exploring different destinations sounds like an unattainable dream. But taking on a Travel Franchise business - ranked in the top-20 in this year’s EF100 - is exactly that. We spoke to one franchise owner about their personal journey
Franchising’s fresh frontier
The debut of Elite Franchise Live webinar opened with a thought-provoking session titled “Next Gen Z.” While the title hinted at a forward-thinking discussion, what followed was both a conversation and a compelling call to action, urging the franchising community to reimagine itself for a younger, more purpose-driven generation
Maid to measure business
Molly Maid franchisee, Gabi Boi, describes her journey from office manager to franchise owner and how it has brought flexibility to her role as a young parent and business leader…
Make your mark in the care sector
In a sector defined by the need for business acumen and compassionate care delivery, Caremark – a top-10 finisher in this year’s EF100 - aims to be the benchmark of innovation, quality, and purpose
Franchising’s finest take centre stage
Elite Franchise was proud to host the Elite Franchise Top 100 (EF100) 2025 celebration last night, bringing together the UK’s most exceptional franchises at the prestigious Leonardo Royal St. Paul’s in London
Building a drama school out of a crisis
Stagecoach Performing Arts and Drama Kids thriving under the stewardship of CEO Andy Knights
Swimming toward success
CEO Howard Harrison talks passion and purpose behind Water Babies.
Blazing a trail
Snap-on – this year’s EF100 winner - is a multi-award-winning franchise brand, occupying a distinct position in both the franchising and automotive landscapes
Doing the right thing
Home care provider Right at Home is going from strength to strength with an offering that boasts targeted digital marketing
Cooking on gas
European kitchen improvement brand Raison Home is making inroads into the UK market with a growing number of successful franchise owners. We talked to one to find out just what’s cooking…
Doing it by the book
Just before he walked off into the sunset of a well-earned retirement, franchise finance and business planning expert Chris Roberts wrote a book that offers a complete guide to finance and more. Here he tells us all about it…
Choosing the right route into home care
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Franchise or independent? Choosing the right route into home care

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Jul 15 '26
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The industry says flexibility is the number one reason women choose franchising. It is real, it is worth having, and it has never once meant easy.

Flexible is the most misunderstood word in franchising

Julie Clabby
Jul 23 '26
The industry says flexibility is the number one reason women choose franchising. It is real, it is worth having, and it has never once meant easy
Discover how AI in franchising can enhance creativity, improve efficiency and support stronger franchise businesses.

I traded balloons for a major retail listing: here is what it taught me about AI and franchising

Katie Bullon
Jul 22 '26
Katie Bullon reflects on a creative retail pitch from a decade ago and draws lessons for the role of artificial intelligence in franchising, she argues that AI must augment human creativity rather than replace it
The Asian inspired QSR adds a £3.99 children's meal option, featuring rice or chow mein and snack choices.

Chopstix launches Mini Stix kids meals as part of family-focused menu expansion

Martin Morris
Jul 21 '26
The Asian inspired QSR adds a £3.99 children’s meal option, featuring rice or chow mein and snack choices
Franchise owners learn practical ways to juggle school holidays and business responsibilities, using automation, support networks and self kindness.

Balancing business and school holidays as a franchise owner

Anne-Marie Martin
Jul 20 '26
Franchise owners learn practical ways to juggle school holidays and business responsibilities, using automation, support networks and self kindness
Hyper-growth is exciting, but long-term success depends on expanding without diluting the brand standards that made the business successful in the first place.

The 48-Team Expansion: Scaling Your Franchise Without Losing the Playbook for Flawless Franchise Growth

Dani Peleva
Jul 20 '26
Hyper-growth is exciting, but long-term success depends on expanding without diluting the brand standards that made the business successful in the first place
A June 2026 poll conducted by the British Franchise Association (BFA) asked members whether franchising should be taught as part of formal business education.

BFA launches franchising education toolkit after poll shows strong support

Martin Morris
Jul 17 '26
A June 2026 poll conducted by the British Franchise Association (BFA) asked members whether franchising should be taught as part of formal business education
As Zambrero continues its ambitious expansion across the UK, Development Agent Dawn Catherall shares why local knowledge, franchise experience and long-term thinking are helping build a stronger, more sustainable franchise network.

Why local knowledge is the key to Zambrero’s UK growth

Dawn Catherall
Jul 17 '26
As Zambrero continues its ambitious expansion across the UK, Development Agent Dawn Catherall shares why local knowledge, franchise experience and long-term thinking are helping build a stronger, more sustainable franchise network
Nigel Toplis examines the enduring desire for entrepreneurship in the UK and outlines six steps for prospective franchise owners, arguing that franchising offers control and importance in an uncertain economy.

Franchising, making the case for a robust future

Nigel Toplis
Jul 16 '26
Napoleon famously called Britain a “nation of shopkeepers” , reflecting a national entrepreneurial bent that continues to this day, according to Nigel Toplis
Andrew Markou of BusinessesForSale.com explores why experienced professionals are increasingly choosing franchising as their second career.

The rise of the second-act franchisee

Andrew Markou
Jul 15 '26
Experienced professionals are turning to franchising as a secure route to entrepreneurship in their second act, reshaping the landscape of business ownership in Britain
Explore the success story of Fitness franchise growth with Snap Fitness and its strategic expansion across the UK and Ireland.

How Snap Fitness is future-proofing its franchise offering

Ronnie Dungan
Jul 14 '26
Snap Fitness EMEA CEO, Kevin Yates tells us how the business is moving beyond just exercise to become a lifestyle essential…
Franchise growth is often measured by speed and size, but sustainable expansion depends on nurturing the underlying foundations.

Why franchise networks grow like gardens, not buildings

Graham Precious
Jul 13 '26
Franchise growth is often measured by speed and size, but sustainable expansion depends on nurturing the underlying foundations
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