whichfranchise logo

Supported by

Ask the UK franchise experts – free franchise advice

Post your question to our franchise expert Derrick Simpson - Franchising expert

Derrick was the founder of Franchise Resales Limited which provides a structured, detailed and independent process (from exit planning to completion) for franchisees wishing to sell their businesses, for purchasers wishing to acquire a business and franchisors seeking their own exit route. He has played an active role within UK franchising since 1988 including being director of franchise development with Kall Kwik & Prontaprint (ODC) and franchise director with the Myhome Group. Establishing Franchise Resales Limited in 2007 Derrick has played a prominent role within the British Franchise Association for which he was appointed a Companion of the bfa and though now retired is a member of the expert panel of assessors for the QFP qualification.


Please detail your question in the form below; a reply from the chosen expert(s) will be emailed to you in due course.

When submitting questions on legal disputes to legal experts, please state the name of the franchise the expert will only be able to answer your question if they are not representing the franchise company in question. Any information provided will be in the strictest of confidence.

Post your question to Derrick

Your question will be sent to Derrick Simpson - Franchising expert. If you would also like your question to be sent to another expert, please indicate below the experts you would like to receive it:

Financial Experts

Marc Talbot - HSBC

Suki Dehal QFP - Lloyds Bank

Legal Experts

Russell Ford - IBB Owen White

Andrew Fraser - Albany Fraser

Jane Masih - IBB Owen White

David Kaye - Spencer West

General Experts

Johnny Sellyn - whichfranchise

Chris Roberts - Chantry Group

Adrian Knight - Knight Franchises

Penny Hopkinson - Manual Writers International

Consultant Experts

Phil Mowat - Ashtons Franchise

Brian Duckett - The Franchising Centre

Suzie McCafferty - Platinum Wave

Alan Wilkinson - The Franchising Centre

GDPR. How We Use Your Data
Click here to see how we use the data submitted by you when you ask an expert




Our Newsletter

Receive FREE updates on the latest franchise opportunities, news and advice