Empowering Women, Shaping Futures
At Encouraging Women into Franchising (EWiF), we are more than just a not-for-profit organisation; we are a movement dedicated to transforming the landscape of the franchise industry. Our mission is to educate, inspire, and empower women at every stage of their franchising journey. Whether you are a woman contemplating the leap into franchising, a woman considering franchising your successful business, or a franchisor aiming to diversify and enrich your network, EWiF is here to support and guide you every step of the way.
WHO WE ARE
At EWiF, we’re looking to change the face of the franchise sector so that women have a much larger presence. If you’re a woman interested in franchising, click to find out how we can help you.
JOIN US
EWiF is built on our community of Ambassadors, who offer free services to women seeking advice and guidance on entering the franchise industry. Click to find out more about becoming an EWiF Ambassador.
OUR LOCATIONS
We hold regular meetings across the country. If you’d like to find out more about franchising, click to find out where your nearest meeting is and join us!
MEET OUR AMBASSADORS
HOW WE HELP
If you’ve always dreamt of running your own business, or have a business that is ready for expansion, franchising can help you turn your dreams into reality. At EWiF, we love supporting women with their career goals. Through franchising, we believe you really can have it all. Discover how franchising can help you.
Our Annual Awards Ceremony celebrates the achievements of women across the franchising industry. Has your vision grown a successful business? Your leadership inspired others? Or has your innovative approach brought change to your sector? Enter one of our awards and demonstrate why you are one of the best women / business in franchising!
NEWS, BLOGS & PR
Catch up with news and success stories from EWiF and our Ambassadors.
What is EWiF?
The Franchise industry is vast and diverse but, like many business sectors, it has its share of barriers for women. Which is why connecting with EWiF can be your advantage! Have you found your business tribe, yet? Women who are involved in running their own businesses...
Be part of a team, travel the world, book dream holidays and raise money for charity – like these franchisees trekking in Peru
IT’S A LITTLE unusual for a travel company to hold its annual company conference for franchisees on Sunshine Saturday, the first Saturday after the festive period which is typically the most popular day of the year for holidaymakers to book a trip abroad.
But we are known for being a little different (in a good way) so did just that, hosting over 400 consultants, who operate under the Not Just Travel brand, and 50 corporate teams in Stratford-Upon-Avon last weekend (6th-7th January).
Having been ranked 12th in Elite Franchise’s Top 100 and 10th best franchise in the UK by Franchise Direct, we were keen to announce and celebrate the fact that 2023 was a “phenomenal year” in terms of holiday sales, profit and franchisee recruitment.
The BFA (British Franchise Association) prepares to reveal results of national franchise survey
The BFA (British Franchise Association) is set to reveal the results of the first national franchise survey since 2018, at the beginning of October. Founded in 1977 and with a strapline of ‘Discover Your Tomorrow’, the BFA is the hub of franchising in the UK. The...