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Former Army Officer to Right at Home owner

of Right at Home

Former Army Officer Andrew Davis joined Right at Home UK as the owner of our Bournemouth & Poole franchise 13 years ago. Here, he reflects on his proudest moments, his greatest challenges, the evolution of the RaH network and his latest role in supporting the franchisor to drive positive improvements across the organisation.

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Team effort leads to success

of Right at Home

Tim Haigh left his career as Communications Director to launch Right at Home Sutton & Epsom in 2011. He’s now one of the most experienced Franchise Owners in the network, but he’s also one of the most inspirational, having made big decisions in the last few years that have led to an Outstanding rating from the Care Quality Commission and major financial growth.

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From Investment Banking to Building a Business with Purpose

of Right at Home

Six years ago, Chris made a life-changing decision: he left a successful career in investment banking to follow a long-held ambition — to run his own business. It wasn’t an easy path, and it wasn’t without setbacks, but today Chris is the proud owner of a thriving Right at Home franchise that’s making a real difference in people’s lives every day.

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Finding a franchise that aligns with your values

of Right at Home

Anish Panchmatia wasn’t new to franchising when he approached Right at Home with the intent to establish an office in Solihull, but he was determined to move into an industry that would make a positive impact on the community, and finding a company with the right values was key. nish started Right at Home Solihull in March 2023. Since then, he’s seen his share of challenges, but he was able to overcome them with hard work, business acumen, and support from the Right at Home network. He now heads up a thriving and reputable business that makes a tremendous difference for local people with care and support needs.

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My Sushi Moment

of The Sushi Co

Talha Tahir opened The Sushi Co’s Kensington’s franchised store in 2023.  As franchisee, he now oversees the success of his own authentic live sushi kitchen and restaurant.  In the past few years, the Kensington branch has built up a reputation for flavoursome, fresh food in the local area, which keeps customers coming back for more unforgettable taste experiences.

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Exclusive Interview with Sunny Rahim, Franchisee, The Sushi Co

of The Sushi Co

Sunny Rahim is The Sushi Co franchisee for Waterloo, Victoria, Notting Hill and Holborn.  Previously an operations manager at Papa Johns for one of The Sushi Co’s co-founders Raheel Choudhary, Sunny relished the chance to become involved in a new innovative brand when the opportunity became available.

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The Taherian Brothers' Mission to Make a Difference

of Sylvian Care

‘What good is a person who doesn’t better the world around them?’ That’s what Dan and Paul Taherian’s dad used to say. And it’s their caring nature that led them to set up their home care business, Sylvian Care Woking, in 2022. The brothers wanted to make a difference. Paul was working in accountancy, and Dan was feeling unfulfilled in his role as an insurance consultant. ‘Why am I putting all this effort in?’ Dan thought and instead he decided it was time to start his own business.

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Second time around for GoCruise Franchisee

of GoCruise and Travel

Rich Rochester is one of the latest franchisees to join the GoCruise franchise. Though he is not new to the franchise having been a franchisee 13 years go! Having left due to personal circumstances, and undertaking roles in the public sector and financial services, the pull of travel never faded and returning to GoCruise was a no brainer for him.

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“I wish I had bought a franchise sooner!”

of Greensleeves Lawn Care

John Lilburne is the Greensleeves Mid Staffordshire franchisee. John has spent his entire life in employed roles, including The Football Association and a competitor of Greensleeves, and though he had always thought about being his own boss, he never had the confidence in himself to do it, until now!  “I had the opportunity to buy a franchise years ago but didn’t go through with it because I doubted myself. Looking back, I wish I had backed myself earlier.”

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From Employee to Franchisee

of Greensleeves Lawn Care

Natalie Reid is the Greensleeves franchisee for Aberdeen.  Natalie worked in the oil and gas industry before deciding to take time off after her first child.  After 10 years, Natalie felt the time was right for her to get back into work. She started working for the local Greensleeves franchisee which she thoroughly enjoyed, and so when the opportunity arose to buy the business, she decided to take the plunge!  She already knew the business and had invested a lot of time in getting to know customers etc and so decided it was goa od opportunity to benefit from something she already loved doing.

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