Our Sponsors

Atlas Mapping utilise geographic data to help franchises expand into new territories and extract more value from existing trade areas. They’ve been uncovering data-driven insights for over 12 years and love solving the problems no one else can. By recognising the real problems facing franchises of all sizes, they’ve developed market-leading, innovative solutions that provide genuine benefits to their clients.

Since 1977, the British Franchise Association (BFA) has become by far the largest and most influential trade association for franchising in the UK. Over the last 40 years, they have been helping entrepreneurs of all kinds make vital contacts. Supporting and educating franchisors and franchisees at every level of their development from newcomers to household names, and setting the highest ethical standards to make sure everyone is treated fairly.

With over 22 years of franchise marketing experience, Coconut offers franchisors a strategic solution to marketing. Experts in the Coconut team create bespoke content representing your brand, through copywriting, video production, local and national digital marketing, and website development, enabling your franchise brand and network to stand out, and grow. Thanks to their unique understanding of franchising (the directors have been or are franchisors and franchisees), Coconut identifies the best targets for a brand, telling your story to hit their mark. As a result, they soon become trusted partners, guiding franchises in a variety of sectors within the industry, and removing the pain and guesswork of all aspects of franchise marketing.

Downs Solicitors is a people-focused firm deeply rooted in the Surrey community, offering one of the region’s most comprehensive franchise legal services through a dedicated team of 10 specialist fee earners. Led by BFA-qualified consultant solicitor Kate Matthews, the franchise team brings together extensive expertise from across the firm’s four offices to support both emerging franchises and established national and international brands. 

Elite Franchise is the definitive platform for the franchising sector. The platform is full to the brim with news and features for franchisors and franchisees alike. Whether you are firmly established in the franchise universe or just taking your first tentative steps into it, their team of experienced journalists and industry columnists will ensure your own franchise story is a successful one. From tips on how to expand abroad to figuring out how franchises can navigate the gig economy, they’ve got you covered.

McDonald’s is proud to be one of the most recognised brands in the world, with restaurants in over 100 countries and serving billions of customers each year. As the global leader in the food and service industry, they have a legacy of innovation and hard work that continues to drive them not just on a global level, but also here locally within the UK and Ireland.

Founded in 2015, Rev PR is a specialist franchise PR agency. From home grown start-ups to international giants, franchisors come to them for engaging, inspirational content that not only attracts prospects, but continues to drive them through the decision-making process. Crucially, they understand the unique relationship between a franchisor and its franchisees and the importance of ensuring brand quality, consistency, and tone of voice network wide.

Barclays has a long-standing commitment to the UK franchising sector, working with leading brands and networks to deliver bespoke funding solutions.

By assessing the strength of franchise systems not just individual applicants. Barclays is helping more entrepreneurs access finance and grow within proven business models.

Recent partnerships with franchise networks have enabled easier access to funding for expansion, acquisitions, and new site development, supporting both new and existing franchisees as they grow their businesses.

The Children’s Activities Association is the first industry-led organisation dedicated to raising standards across all organised children’s activities in the UK.

Its mission is simple: to create safer environments for children while supporting the success and growth of the businesses that serve them.

The Ops Portal is redefining how franchise systems manage, share, and protect their operational knowledge. Designed with usability at its core, it transforms traditional manuals into engaging, structured, and easy-to-navigate digital experiences.

Whether you’re onboarding new franchisees, maintaining compliance, or rolling out updates across your network, The Ops Portal ensures everyone has access to the right information at the right time.