As franchises bask in the recognition of being included in this year’s distinguished Elite Franchise Top 100 (EF100) league table, excitement is building in anticipation for the franchises shortlisted for the forthcoming EF100 2024 Awards – set to be announced at the EF100 Celebration & Awards evening in March.
Since its inception in 2017, the EF100 has remained committed to recognising and honouring outstanding franchises within the industry. This year, the focus will extend to four additional awards – highlighting brands that have showcased exceptional performance.
Here are the brands in the running for the EF100 2024 Awards…
HSBC Exceptional Franchise Performance of the Year Award
HSBC UK selects this award based on the highest exceptional performance they have identified among this year’s entries.
Finalists: Home Instead, Revive!, Right at Home, Stagecoach Performing Arts, The Travel Franchise and Water Babies.
EF100 Emerging Franchisor of the Year Award
This award is granted to an emerging franchisor that consistently performs at the highest standards, demonstrating positive scores across all eight categories of the judging criteria.
Finalists: Get a Drip, Laser Clinics, Pass the Keys, Sylvian Care and Visiting Angels.
BusinessesForSale.com EF100 Innovation of the Year Award
This award recognises outstanding innovation in franchise marketing, showcasing industry-changing strategies for recruiting new franchisees and handling resales. The recipient consistently applies cutting-edge methodologies in technology-driven marketing within the brand, establishing themselves as an industry leader.
Finalists: Caremark, InXpress, Snap-on Tools, Subway, TaxAssist, The Travel Franchise and Water Babies.
EF100 Community Builder of the Year Award
Selected by the Elite Franchise team, this award celebrates excellence across all eight categories of the judging criteria. The recipient will have demonstrated standout strategies for the year, proving to make an outstanding contribution to the franchise community.
Finalists: ActionCOACH, Driver Hire, Jackson Fire & Security, Lingotot, Mathnasium, Monkey Music, Petpals, Right at Home, Tezlom and The Creation Station.
Commenting on this year’s finalists, Scott English, Brand Director of Elite Franchise, said, “To be a finalist in these awards is a testament to each franchise’s commitment to excellence and outstanding performance. As we eagerly anticipate the announcement of this year’s winners, each finalist is truly worth celebrating for their significant contribution to the dynamic landscape of franchising and shaping the future of the industry with their remarkable achievements.”
The EF100 2024 Awards offer the finalists a coveted chance to secure yet another accolade, enhancing their brand profile with pride. These contenders will eagerly await the announcement of this year’s winners during a dazzling awards gala on Thursday, March 14th, hosted at the illustrious Leonardo Royal in St. Paul’s, London.
About Elite Franchise Top 100:
The Elite Franchise Top 100 (EF100) is an annual league table that celebrates the best of the UK’s franchisors. It was established in 2017 and has since become a prestigious event in the UK franchise industry calendar. The EF100 recognises excellence, innovation and impact in franchising, with entries judged by a panel of industry professionals. Year after year, it diligently ranks franchisors on a plethora of factors – from the magnitude and pace of their growth to their indispensable role in empowering franchisees and enriching the communities they serve.
The EF100 is supported by major sponsors including HSBC UK Bank plc.
