Our mentoring programme

Discover the benefit of speaking to a franchise mentor

At EWiF, we believe that connection, support, and shared wisdom are at the heart of empowering women in franchising. Our Mentoring Programme is designed to nurture those connections, pairing women at different stages of their franchising journey so that everyone can learn, grow, and succeed together.

What the Mentoring Scheme offers

Guidance and Support: Experienced mentors offer insight and encouragement to help mentees navigate the opportunities and challenges of franchising.

Personal and Professional Growth: Whether you’re launching your first franchise, expanding your network, or stepping into leadership, mentoring offers a supportive space to build confidence and skills.

Community Connection: The scheme strengthens our EWiF community, creating a network of women who uplift one another through shared experiences and collaboration.

How it works

1. Apply: If you’d like to be mentored, simply complete the form below to request a mentor. You can also let us know if you’re interested in becoming a mentor yourself, or even doing both! Once we receive your form, our team will review your goals and preferences to ensure we find the right match for you.

2. Match: We carefully pair each mentee with a mentor based on their specific needs, goals, and areas of development, ensuring the right support and experience to help them move forward with confidence.

3. Connect: Mentors and mentees meet regularly (online or in person) over a period of several months, supported by the EWiF team.

4. Reflect: At the end of the cycle, we gather feedback, celebrate achievements, and share success stories.

Who can apply

Our mentoring scheme is open to all EWiF members, as well as any woman who is looking to franchise her business, buy a franchise, or is new to franchising. Whether you’re just starting to explore franchising or have already taken your first steps, our scheme is designed to support you wherever you are on your journey.

You might be:

  • A business owner thinking about franchising your model and looking for guidance from someone who’s done it before.

  • A new franchisee who has recently joined a franchise network and wants support in building confidence, understanding operations, or growing your business.

  • An existing EWiF member (franchisor or franchisee) looking to grow to the next level and benefit from fresh perspectives, shared experience, and strategic insight..

  • A woman exploring career opportunities in franchising, who wants to learn more about the industry, its culture, and its potential.

Why mentoring matters

At EWiF, our mission is to support and empower women to achieve their goals in the franchising industry. Mentoring plays a vital role in this, creating a space where women can share experiences, gain confidence, and access the guidance they need to take the next step in their journey.

The EWiF Mentoring Scheme offers an inclusive, supportive environment where women at every stage can connect, share knowledge, and empower one another. Whether you’re seeking advice, clarity, or inspiration, there’s a place for you here.

Ready to apply our mentoring scheme?

Great! Just complete the form below:

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