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Introducing the new owner of Rosemary Bookkeeping in Exeter

of Rosemary Bookkeeping

Rosemary Bookkeeping Exeter is now under the new and expert supervision of Zoe Barnard-Rowland, an FCCA-qualified accountant with over 25 years of experience working for over 30 companies, optimising their bookkeeping processes. We sat down with Zoe to discuss her new adventure and why she chose to purchase Rosemary Bookkeeping Exeter.

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King's Lynn Owners Paula & Keith Boyce Share Key Lessons Learned & Growth Insights for 2024

of Minuteman Press

For nearly two decades, Paula and Keith Boyce have been the dynamic duo behind the Minuteman Press franchise in the vibrant town of King's Lynn, Norfolk. Their journey has been nothing short of extraordinary, transforming their business from a traditional high street print shop into a cutting-edge powerhouse, delivering ingenious print solutions to a roster of prestigious corporate clients. The highlight of their journey came in 2021 when they received the coveted invitation to join the Minuteman Press International President’s Club, a testament to their unwavering dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence.

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Walfinch Home Care Franchisee Shilpi Explains How to Combine Care and Business Success

of Walfinch

Care franchisors are always looking for franchisees who have a caring attitude and an aptitude for business. It sounds like a rare combination, but Shilpi Verma knows how to make it work. Shilpi, whose career includes 17 years in banking, is now the Managing Director of the Walfinch home care franchise in Harrow & Brent. Here she explains how she successfully combines care and business skills.

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Ambitious fitness entrepreneurs join the BFT family

of Body Fit Training (BFT)

BFT’s new Hackney franchisee owners - Emile Kerim, Frankie Nieto and David Irvine - are the latest trio to join the franchise brand, and they bring a combined 50 years of fitness experience to their new venture. Hackney’s state-of-the-art studio will be launched this autumn and will be the first of three studios they plan to open within the next five years across London.

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European entrepreneurs diversify fitness portfolio with BFT franchise

of Body Fit Training (BFT)

Diversification is key to a successful franchise portfolio, especially if you own complementary brands in the same sector. Fitness entrepreneur Rafael Morlà Girol, the first BFT franchisee in Barcelona, has first-hand experience of operating multiple fitness concepts while cross-promoting to different markets.

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From refugee to franchisee: Abbas Nazari's success with Body Fit Training

of Body Fit Training (BFT)

The compelling journey of Abbas Nazari showcases the incredible transformation from being a former Tampa refugee to becoming a leading franchisee for Body Fit Training (BFT) in New Zealand. His success story embodies determination, resilience and the power of a supportive franchise system.

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What is life like as a Rosemary Bookkeeping franchisee?

of Rosemary Bookkeeping

Nirmal Thakkar, owner of Rosemary Bookkeeping Garden City, shares her experience as a Rosemary Bookkeeping Franchisee. Nirmal opened her Rosemary Bookkeeping franchise, Rosemary Bookkeeping Garden City, in July 2022 after the brand was recommended by a friend who is a CIMA-qualified accountant.

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“I believe renewable energy is the future for sustainability and UK business”

of Green Shield Group

Rob Shields is the Green Shield Group’s franchisee in North Wales.  Green Shield Group specialise in delivering carbon reduction strategies for businesses across the UK. With a background in renewable energy, Rob wanted a business that allowed him to utilise the knowledge that he possessed; the Green Shield Group allows him to do this. “The business model was incredibly strong, and the back-office infrastructure at the head office was already set up to enable smooth and straight-forward progress, I knew it was something I could confidently replicate and implement successfully across North Wales.”

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From paramedic to Bright & Beautiful franchisee

of Bright & Beautiful

Deborah Hart was a winner in the latest round of the Great British Franchisee Awards. Deborah, who runs her Bright & Beautiful domestic housekeeping business across her native Newcastle, was recognised by the judges for her outstanding performance. “I am so proud to have grown my business over the past 9 years, it is a feeling of accomplishment I have never felt before, I am humbled to be part of such an amazing brand and just so happy to be recognised for our hard work and resilience, especially over the last few years.’

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A passion for fitness leads Charlie to BFT

of Body Fit Training (BFT)

Charlie Hendrie is responsible for launching London’s first BFT in Battersea. BFT is the fastest growing fitness franchise in Australia with over 450 franchises sold globally and a rapidly growing membership base of 55,000+."I’m a classic example of the COVID pivot! After 10-years in various sales manager roles in fashion, food & beverage, I knew in my heart this was the time to pursue an industry I’d been passionate about for most of my life – fitness."

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