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Agency Express is thrilled to announce that Ben Brookes, Managing Director of Agency Express, has been elected as a Board Director of the British Franchise Association (BFA). Ben joins a distinguished team of industry leaders, including Paul Thompson of Water Babies, who continues as BFA Chair, Ken Deary of Right at Home, representing the BFA within the European Franchise Federation (EFF), and Catharine Chalton of Home Instead, who serves as the franchisee representative.
The owner of a Metro Rod franchise, Andrew Johnston, is growing his business, buying the Edinburgh office to reflect the success he has seen running the Glasgow franchise for the past 14 years.
There is a lot to think about when you start a new business, especially in the care sector. While joining a franchise like Sylvian Care provides a proven framework for launching a successful business, one of the biggest questions we hear from prospective franchisees is "How will I find clients once I’m operational?".
Shanga and Keiran, a dynamic husband and wife duo, are embarking on an exciting new chapter with Sylvian Care in Leicester West. With their recent accomplishment of receiving CQC registration, they are poised to open doors to a world of compassionate domiciliary care, fueled by their shared passion for making a tangible difference in the lives of others.
Every new franchisee we welcome onto the Sylvian Care team is a cause for celebration as we add another fantastic location where those most in need can access high-quality care the Sylvian way. Which is why we are so thrilled to welcome our newest partners, Samson and Joesphine, as they launch their new business in Crawley.
When entering the home care sector as a business owner, one of the most critical steps is obtaining registration with the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Whether you’re new to the industry or have researched homecare franchise opportunities, you’ve likely heard about delays in CQC registrations. Many don’t realise, however, that these delays often stem from application errors that lead to rejections—not just from internal backlogs at the CQC.
Sylvian Care Farnham a dedicated franchisee of Sylvian Care, is excited to announce the expansion of their territory area, further solidifying their presence in the Farnham region. This strategic move is driven by a growing demand for high-quality domiciliary care services, especially in rural locations, and marks a significant milestone in their journey with Sylvian Care.
Mike and Catharine Chalton are celebrating eighteen years as Home Instead multi-unit franchise owners. Mike and Catharine opened their first franchise, Home Instead Wirral in 2007, being one of the first UK Home Instead franchises.
Following on from its top ten placing in the prestigious 2024 HSBC Elite Franchise top 100 league table, Revive! Auto Innovations UK has been shortlisted for three further EF 100 awards; The HSBC Exceptional Performance of the Year Award, Businesses For Sale Innovation of the Year Award and the Natalia Shvarts Community Builder of the Year Award.
Chair yoga and free dental checks are improving health and wellbeing for Walfinch home care clients in Harrow and Brent. “Some clients asked if we could enable them to do yoga,” says Shilpi Verma, Managing Director and Registered Manager of the Walfinch home care service.
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