The TaxAssist Group, franchisor for TaxAssist Accountants, is preparing for further long-term network growth by appointing Dorian Gonsalves as a Non-Executive Director. In his new role, commencing 1st March, Dorian will provide strategic guidance and advice to the executive team. Dorian joins The TaxAssist Group with a wealth of experience, following a 14-year tenure as CEO at Belvoir Group PLC.
UKBM, provider of practical support and mentoring to small business owners, has signed two new franchisees to their growing network. Rob Douglass will be covering North Wales and North West England and Mike Braddock, the Manchester and Cheshire areas.
Shropshire-based couple Lora and Ryan Ordidge have begun sowing the seeds of success with the purchase of their new lawn care franchise, GreenThumb. The ambitious entrepreneurs, who have swapped the corporate life for an inspiring outdoor adventure, will deliver a bespoke localised high-quality lawn care service and hard surface treatments to over 4,200 homes and businesses across Shropshire and Wolverhampton.
More Than Loft Ladders has continued to expand their network and strengthen their position as the UK’s leading loft ladder and storage solution franchise with the launch of two new franchise territories – Worcester and Lancashire.
Leading children’s charity, The Children’s Society and major high street restaurant chain, Chicken Cottage, are joining forces to tackle some of the urgent issues facing today’s teenagers: exploitation and unsafe spaces.
Auntie Anne’s, the world’s largest hand-rolled soft pretzel brand, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its newest store in Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet.
Following on from last year’s inaugural event, the BFA (British Franchise Association) is holding their second Leadership in Action event in Marlow, Buckinghamshire, on 27th March 2025. The event is open to both members and non-members of the BFA.
The Drain Guys has further strengthened their commitment to franchising and supporting their franchisees, with the acquisition of new start-of-the-art premises.
YouMeSushi is to open a new franchised store in Brixton, to be run by George Sousa with the support of a locally recruited team of three. It is anticipated that Brixton will start welcoming customers later this month and it marks the sixth YouMeSushi location to open in the past year, with five more expected to launch in the coming months.
Walfinch home care Chiswick, Hammersmith & Kensington, whose carers help people to thrive in their own homes, has won an award for excellence in compliance. Compliance with care regulations is vital, but while some may see it as just a box-ticking exercise, Tanya Santos and her team at Walfinch home care recognise its power to deliver ever-improving care.