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A Guildford man who gives children a head-start in a tech-driven world by teaching them digital skills and computer confidence has won a major industry award. Alan Harrison, owner of ComputerXplorers West Surrey, is the recipient of a Great British Franchisee Award. More than a thousand pupils a year depend on Alan for extra-curricular education at after-school sessions, weekend academies, holiday camps or in-school lessons.
With a long-standing career in the retail industry, Guy Warner opened his first Anytime Fitness gym in 2023 as he grasped the chance to diversify his business portfolio. Having operated successful convenience stores and petrol stations across the Cotswolds for the past 20 years, Guy identified a significant opportunity to open a gym in Gloucestershire village Bishop’s Cleeve.
As part of The Travel Franchise’s campaign to promote the opportunities that franchising can offer women, the UK’s fastest-growing franchise tells the story of one busy mum who effectively started her homeworking travel business for free.
Leading property franchise X-Press Legal Services has celebrated ongoing success at its annual national conference.
In-house team goes from strength to strength
In the ever-changing business landscape, longevity and consistency speak volumes about a brand's credibility. Poppies, a leading name in the UK's cleaning franchise sector, has been the epitome of such enduring success since its launch over 40 years ago. This year marks an extraordinary milestone for Poppies as three territories celebrate a collective 70 years of unwavering service. Their stories are not just a testimony to their commitment but also a brilliant case study of the franchise model done right.
A cleaning company boss who offers rare job security and long-service awards to the people he employs in the West Midlands has won a major industry accolade. Tom Jackson, owner of the Merry Maids franchises in Dudley, Wolverhampton, Birmingham South, Solihull and Stafford, is the recipient of a Great British Franchisee Award.
Pitman Training is delighted to announce the appointment of Mike Smith as their new Head of Development. Thanks to a career spanning over 25 years in the adult education and franchising sectors, Mike brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the team as they continue to expand the franchise across the UK, Ireland and overseas.
In a year marked by unprecedented challenges for the educational sector, Tutor Doctor has not just navigated the uncertainty but has thrived, setting new benchmarks for success. As the UK’s leading tutoring franchise, the business is celebrating the start of a new school year following months of record-breaking accomplishments, robust growth, and innovative contributions to personalised education solutions.
Doncaster-based lawn care owners, Lesley and Jamie Clark, were recently named a winner of the Great British Franchisee Awards (GBFA) in recognition of their ongoing success and exemplary customer service at their business, Greensleeves Doncaster. The husband-and-wife team have been operating Greensleeves for 12 years and are great advocates for their business and the brand.
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