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Interview: Neil & Julie, Agency Express Bradford & Wakefield

of Agency Express

Neil and Julie Wallace-Elsey’s franchise story is a powerful example of how shared strengths, long-standing connection and a united vision can build a thriving multi-territory franchise.

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Pacifica Local welcomes first franchise partner in Northern Ireland

of Pacifica Local

Pacifica Local continues to accelerate our nationwide growth with the launch of our first franchise in Northern Ireland – marking another milestone in our mission to bring trusted, community-based appliance repair services to every corner of the UK. Leading the charge is Paul Conway, an experienced home appliance specialist from Mid Ulster.

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Derby local launches trusted appliance repair service

of Pacifica Local

Long-time Derby resident and experienced professional Fawaz Ibrahim has launched Pacifica Local Derby, offering fast, reliable appliance repairs to homes across the city. Pacifica Local Derby marks the start of an exciting new chapter for Fawaz, whose career has been closely tied to the region for more than a decade

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Plugging into a new career

of Pacifica Local

After 25 years at Sky TV, Tahir Khan was ready for a complete reset. When redundancy came knocking, he decided it was time to switch things up and run his own business. Meeting the franchise manager at Pacifica Local at a franchise exhibition flicked the switch, and in July 2024 he launched his Pacifica Local franchise in High Wycombe.

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Proven Franchise Systems Deliver: 30 Years of Successful Contract-Led Cleaning

of ServiceMaster Clean Contract Services

Building a commercial cleaning business is not about flexibility. It is about control, consistency, and credibility.

For 30 years, ServiceMaster Clean Contract Services Bradford has delivered contract-led commercial cleaning to organisations that expect reliable standards and long-term continuity. That longevity matters. It shows what proven franchise systems deliver when they are applied properly in real operating conditions.

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Merry Maids Franchise UK | From Startup to Stability in Year One

of Merry Maids

Many people who explore franchising are not new to responsibility or decision-making. They are simply looking for a clearer route to building a growing a business with long-term value.

Humera’s first year as Merry Maids Lincoln franchise owner shows how commercial ambition, when paired with structure and support, can turn intent into progress.

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Why I Opened My Own Gym

of energie Fitness

In 2018, we spoke with Energie Fitness franchise partner Josh Waters as he reflected on his first 15 months of club ownership and his ambition to build one of the strongest gyms in the network. From the outset, Josh stood out for his commercial mindset, commitment to the Energie Fitness model, and passion for delivering affordable, community-focused fitness.

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From a globe-trotting career to achieving the perfect work-life balance

of energie Fitness

Trevor O'Sullivan's career took him all over the globe, from working in Australia, Canada, Norway, and Kazakhstan. Returning to Ireland with a young family, Trevor sought a business opportunity that would give him the flexibility and work life balance he wanted, and in énergie Fitness he found the perfect fit. 

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Jefferson’s Journey with Concept Claim Solutions

of Concept Claim Solutions

Every journey into franchising starts somewhere. For Jefferson, it began with becoming a dad. “When my son was born, everything changed,” Jefferson says. “I stopped thinking about the next job and started thinking about the future I wanted to build for my family.” Jefferson joined Concept Claim Solutions in December 2023, drawn to the opportunity to work in financial services and property repairs while being supported by an experienced head office team.

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From Nursing Homes to Domiciliary Care

of Prestige Nursing & Care

Joju Thomas and Tilton John have built their careers on a foundation of care, each serving decades in the nursing home sector—Joju as a Registered Manager and Tilton as a nurse. Their experiences have given them deep insights into the transformative impact of compassionate care on elderly residents and their families. This inspired them to take their commitment to care beyond the confines of nursing homes, envisioning a service that supports people in the comfort of their own homes. The concept of starting their own domiciliary care business was a natural progression for these seasoned professionals.

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