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Meet the new owners of Rosemary Bookkeeping Wembley

of Rosemary Bookkeeping

Introducing Hanaa Raydan and Ahmad Aboul-Hosn, the new owners of Rosemary Bookkeeping Wembley.  Rosemary Bookkeeping is bringing its expert bookkeeping services to Wembley and the surrounding areas for the first time under the expert supervision of Hanaa Raydan and the support of her business partner Ahmad Aboul-Hosn.

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Interview with Paul Wells, Just Shutters franchisee for Yorkshire

of Just Shutters

Paul Wells has been running his Just Shutters franchise, alongside his wife Lisa, since 2019.  Before joining Just Shutters, Paul had worked in retail, working his way up from sales assistant to Regional Project Manager. A desire to be self-employed in a business that he could benefit directly from his hard work, as well as providing a safety net and the opportunity for growth, Paul liked the idea of franchising. Accidentally stumbling upon Just Shutters on LinkedIn, Paul liked what he saw and started to explore the company and industry in more detail. After meeting the team face-to-face, he was keen to start and as they say, the rest is history.

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Dynamic duo - marrying a love of fitness and business for multi-unit success

of Snap Fitness

Property and hospitality duo, Olga and Gurnake Cheema, had over 15 years combined property investment and hotel management experience when their search for a fitness franchise led them to Snap Fitness in 2021. After opening their first location in Bodmin, Cornwall, in November 2021, Olga and Gurnake became multi-unit investors in February of 2023. Just three months after the launch of their second location in Pontyclun, South Wales, the pair have already seen a return on their investment and are ready to open more!

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How I became a multi-unit franchisee in just two years

of Snap Fitness

For some franchisees, becoming a successful multi-unit owner can be several years in the making. However, for Sam Aujla it only took two. Now operating three Snap Fitness locations in Christchurch, Cross Hands and Melksham – with his first Irish club opening in Ireland in September – and already servicing close to 5,000 members, Sam believes that hard work and a great franchisor-franchisee relationship are the key ingredients to his franchising success.

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From owning a transport business to becoming a multi-unit franchisee

of Snap Fitness

After opening his first Snap Fitness in Neats Court in 2019, Peter Dhillon has quickly gone on to become a multi-unit owner, opening a further five territories across Dover and Ashford, Warminster and Waterford, with a further three territories secured in Ireland. His most recent gym in Drogheda, Ireland – opened in December 2023 - has since become the network’s fastest-growing club, reaching over 2,000 members its first full month of opening. However, despite his evident success in the fitness industry, like many franchisees when they first started out, Peter had no fitness industry experience before joining. 

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Meet Joanne Wilsdon, a No Letting Go franchisee, navigating growth, challenges, and success

of No Letting Go

Joanne Wilsdon, a No Letting Go franchisee since 2018, entered the network by purchasing her initial territory in Mid Suffolk, captivated by the brand and Head Office's training. Successfully establishing a core group of local clients and combining it with national account work, she achieved consistent growth, prompting the acquisition of two additional territories: Cambridge and Norwich. Reflecting on her success, Joanne proudly states, "Continued growth allowed me to increase my revenue by a further £145,000 in 2022, which I’m really proud of!”

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Raring2go! - the perfect franchise for those looking for a work / life balance

of Raring2go!

Lucy Richardson had worked in the hospitality industry before joining Raring2go! Fed up with the long and unsociable hours, as well as the long commute each day, Lucy wanted something she could do during school hours. It took a year of research before she spotted a Raring2go! franchise was up for sale.

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Introducing the new owner of Rosemary Bookkeeping in Exeter

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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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