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Meet Lee Waldron, Clear Brew Franchisee Hertfordshire

of Clear Brew

Coming from a 25-year long career in cryogenic engineering, Lee has an impressive repertoire starting as an apprentice and working up to workshop supervisor. Lee was prepping and designing liquid nitrogen, oxygen and CO2 tanks used in hospitals and institutions such as fast food chain restaurants as well as training up new techs and doing mobile installations, which of course included pubs! As well as being a pro cryogenic engineer, Lee leads an amazing double life as a former British and UK Autograss Racing Champion,

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Meet Simon Finch, Clear Brew Franchisee Black Country

of Clear Brew

In the same week we were celebrating our twenty year milestone of Clear Brew Ltd, we also had the very exciting honour of training and onboarding our newest franchisee to the Clear Brew network – Simon Finch, taking on Clear Brew Black Country to include; Wolverhampton, Walsall, Sandwell and Dudley.

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Meet Stuart and Nika: The New Faces Behind Clear Brew Manchester North

of Clear Brew

In September, we welcomed an exciting couple, Stuart and Nika, to the Clear Brew network. Based in Manchester, running the Manchester North region to include; Ashton-under-Lyne, Ramsbottom, Oldham and Rochdale, to name just a few, the enthusiastic pair are ready and raring to get stuck into their Clear Brew franchise. We caught up with them to find out how they found everything and what their ambitions are for their Clear Brew business.

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Meet Nick from Clear Brew Isle of Man

of Clear Brew

Nick brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the Clear Brew business. We have thoroughly enjoyed getting to know him and wanted to share his story. Here we explore where it all began and the path that led him to officially joining the team as Clear Brew Isle of Man.

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Meet Ryan from Clear Brew Richmond and Twickenham

of Clear Brew

Coming from a background in space engineering working for a company that helped build the Starlink satellites, Ryan was ready for a change of environment and wanted something that could support his earnings whilst giving him control over his own hours and business. After Ryan had sat on his research for a few months, he decided to take the plunge and reached out to Clear Brew to initiate his first steps, then, before he knew it, he had completed his training and was ready to hit the ground running.

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Meet Rob from Clear Brew Chelmsford

of Clear Brew

We welcomed Rob to the Clear Brew team back in 2022. Since then, he has been busy building his business and reaping the rewards that come with being his own boss. We wanted to share his journey and recently caught up with Rob for a quick Q&A. Here’s what he had to say…

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Meet Mark from Clear Brew Northamptonshire & Clear Brew Peterborough

of Clear Brew

We recently caught up with Mark, who established Clear Brew Northamptonshire in 2019 and later went on to operate the Peterborough region. Here he discusses the path that led him to Clear Brew, shares his thoughts on life as franchisee, and expresses his goals moving forward with the business.

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Meet Andrew & Simon from Clear Brew Birmingham

of Clear Brew

It seems like just yesterday that Birmingham-based brothers, Andrew and Simon, eagerly made their way to our central office in Cornwall to complete their training and embark on a new adventure. Five years on, we have caught up with them for a quick Q&A to see where their journey has taken them.

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Interview with Carly Dean, PILAT3S Putney Franchisee

of PILAT3S

Meet Carly Dean, the Franchise Partner behind PILAT3S Putney, which opened its doors in July 2026. Discover what inspired Carly to enter the growing Reformer Pilates market, why she chose PILAT3S and how her experience has been so far. From launching a new studio to building a thriving local community, Carly shares her journey into fitness franchising.

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A New Chapter After 15 Rewarding Years with Home Instead 

of Home Instead

Alison Yeatman (61) ran Home Instead Bath & West Wiltshire for 15 years alongside her husband Nick (64). Here, she shares the story of her Home Instead journey and what’s next for the couple. 

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