Franchise Success Stories & Franchisee Testimonials

• Sep, 02nd 2021
• Platinum Property Partners

My HMO journey: A summer of success as we get closer to launching our first HMO As a successful summer comes to an end, Natalie looks ahead to the next few months and the launch of her first HMO. Didn’t that summer...

• Oct, 29th 2021
• Poppies Cleaning Service

On April Fools’ Day 2015, Simon West learned that he would be made redundant - no laughing matter. After dedicating almost 30 years to the company, he was left looking for a new venture; something that would combine his w...

• Apr, 10th 2017
• Expense Reduction Analysts

When he started looking for new business opportunities, Paul knew that after decades running his own companies the corporate life was not for him. He needed to decide if he wanted to start a new venture from scratch, buy an existing business or in...

• May, 10th 2018
• Nicholas Humphreys Estate Agent

"I wanted to work in the property sector for an established brand and I was particularly attracted by the specialist student proposition as I feel that this differentiates us from the other letting agents." Previous sector expe...

• Jul, 26th 2021
• Venture Photography Studios

Jonny bought Venture Studios Eton in 2012 from the existing franchisee. Prior to purchasing the studio, Jonny worked at Venture as a photographer, but he had always wanted to run his own studio. "I've built up Ventu...

• Apr, 26th 2018
• Aspray Claims Management and Property Reinstatement

"Choosing Aspray was easy for me - since the formation of the company it has shown good growth which I know it plans to build on to become a household name." Tell us a little about your past experience before joining Aspray: I...

• May, 02nd 2018
• Expense Reduction Analysts

Paul Duesbery reflects on his initial experiences since joining Expense Reduction Analysts Paul Duesbery reflects on his initial experiences since joining Expense Reduction Analysts Based in Leeds, Paul Duesbery had wanted to w...

• Dec, 06th 2021
• GoodOaks Homecare

Good Oaks New Forest is run by husband and wife Anne and George. Anne previously worked as a Registered Nurse, for years she had dreamt of running her own business and in 2018 she took the leap of faith and opened Good Oaks...

• Nov, 26th 2021
• Aspray Claims Management and Property Reinstatement

Franchisee of the Year: A Clear Winner Each year Aspray awards one standout representative the title of Franchisee of the Year. This individual should show not only excellent customer service and claims management, but all-...

• Aug, 01st 2021
• Husse UK

  Tom and Jo were looking for a suitable franchise opportunity and were delighted to come across the Husse England and Scotland franchise.   Tom and Jo were looking for a suitable franchise opportunity and were delighted to com...

• Mar, 08th 2021
• Business Doctors

Being made redundant after 25 years as a directory of a retail company, Kevin Cook saw this as the perfect opportunity to make the dream of becoming his own boss a reality. Having already made this decision Kevin knew joini...

• Nov, 01st 2021
• Hometyre

Our mobile tyre fitting service vehicles provide not just the shop-front and workshop for our franchise owners, but also one of the most obvious and stand-out marketing tools too.Presentation and quality ensures a confident...

• Apr, 26th 2018
• Autosmart

Before investing in a franchise, it is essential to gain a realistic view of what life would be like for you. Autosmart’s Roy Smith gives you a peak into what a day is like in his driving seat. Starting a business with Autosm...

• Nov, 26th 2021
• Aspray Claims Management and Property Reinstatement

A Real Family Affair… Since winning the ‘Most Promising Newcomer’ award at the Aspray National Conference in November 2019, Lindsey Joseph’s franchise business has gone from strength to strength. Now coming ...

• Apr, 26th 2018
• Auditel

Until last year, Manchester-based Stephen Sowerby was an Assistant Manager in KPMG’s Risk Advisory Department where he qualified as a chartered accountant.   Stephen Sowerby Until last year, Manchester-based Stephen Sowe...

• Oct, 29th 2021
• Poppies Cleaning Service

After more than 20 years as a Business Manager at Lloyds Bank, Charles Kirkman and his wife, Christine - who also worked at the bank as a Business Support Manager - decided it was time for a change. Having supported ...

• Jan, 23rd 2019
• ChipsAway

Now into his twelfth year with the UK’s leading automotive paintwork repair brand, high flying ChipsAway franchisee Paul Fabian has built an impressive management franchise business, with two ChipsAway CarCare Centres on adjac...

• Dec, 01st 2021
• Walfinch

Walfinch Franchisee Delivers Satisfaction with Hot Dinners “Sparking eyes, a big smile and a hot dinner may be small things but among care clients, they mean a lot,” says Shilpi Verma. Shilpi, who owns the Walfi...

• May, 11th 2018
• SmartPA

  SmartPA are delighted to welcome Maria Demetriou, one of our newest Partners and a great addition to our team of support specialists. We caught up with Maria to find out more about her and what SmartPA means to her. Find out what she said b...

• May, 02nd 2018
• Ed’s Garden Services

Steve Frise swapped out the hectic world of the motor industry for the more fulfilling climbs of garden maintenance. Read on to find out how buying into a successful national franchise has changed his life. Steve Frise, 40, fro...

• Nov, 15th 2021
• Metro Plumb

Metro Rod drainage franchise owners are set to clean up, as the Metro Plumb management franchise opportunity opens the sluice gates on the lucrative UK plumbing market. Already running established Metro Rod franchise...

• Dec, 03rd 2021
• SmartPA

SmartPA Partner Marine Ekoro, originally from Cameroon and currently based in Germany, hopes to move back to Cameroon one day with her focus to empower women in her country. Marine attributes her new found future foc...

• May, 04th 2018
• Jim’s Mowing

If you think a gardening franchise is strictly for retirees who want to grow a nice business whilst gently improving their fitness, then think again. Meet Abbas. If you think a gardening franchise is strictly for retirees who w...

• Oct, 21st 2021
• Screen Rescue

Screen Rescue Chelmsford business manager, Jaime Junior Hilario discusses why he decided to join the family business and take on Screen Rescue Chelmsford. When and why did you take on Screen Rescue Chelmsford?I’d ...

• Oct, 15th 2021
• Betterclean

Sahadeo Narine has been a businessman for over 20 years, involved in livestock production, property rental and retail trade, all family owned and managed with the assistance of his wife, both of whom have an accounting back...

• Mar, 26th 2017
• OSCAR Pet Foods

“Wanting a new challenge inspired me to work for myself, but most importantly for my family. That includes my wife Lucy, my five-month-old son Charlie and our pet dog, Sophie.” Peter goes on to say, “OSCAR came recommended via family connect...

• May, 11th 2018
• Razzamataz Theatre Schools

Can I run a franchise if I’m a busy mum? Lisa Roberts, full-time mum of two and franchise owner of Razzamataz Rickmansworth. Can I run a franchise if I’m a busy mum?Lisa Roberts, full-time mum of two and franchise owner of...

• Aug, 06th 2021
• Husse UK

Here, some of our franchisees discuss their positive experiences with the Husse brand! Leslie and PhillipaWe have looked in to several franchises and none got back to be as promptly as Husse. After our first discussion wi...

• Oct, 24th 2021
• Valenta

Kishore Siva is no stranger to business leadership and transformation. As a founding partner in his own consulting firm, Kishore provides subject matter expertise on business acquisition and financial services to executives...

• Mar, 08th 2021
• Business Doctors

Local businessman, Peter Fleming, is the latest to join the Business Doctors expanding network. Based in Carlisle, Peter will be providing support and strategic advice to owners and directors, helping them to improve their ...

• Nov, 12th 2021
• The Massage Company

Sunny Sachdev worked extensively in business and operations management in contact centres and customer service for a large company for many years before considering franchising. He has a very keen business acumen and...

• Aug, 15th 2021
• Tubz Brands

I am a mother of three, a wife and part time teacher. I found that full time teaching was taking me away from my family too much, so dropped my hours when I heard about Tubz Vending. I decided to make the long journey from Somer...