Becky Hewitt Tell us about your journey into franchising. I first became involved in the business in September 2010. At the time, I was working part time in the legal sector due to the recession. To supplement my income, I took on an administrative role within Merry...
The BFA (British Franchise Association) has today announced the names of the finalists in the 37thBFA HSBC UK British Franchise Awards. The awards are open to the BFA’s 2,300+ members which includes franchisors, franchisees, advisors and suppliers. This year there...
More Than Loft Ladders (MTLL) chose The Priest House Hotel in Castle Donnington on the banks of the River Trent for this year’s annual franchise conference. Just like the fast-running water of the river, their agenda was brimming with big-picture thinking and...
Many people who explore franchising are not new to responsibility or decision-making. They are simply looking for a clearer route to building a growing a business with long-term value. Humera’s first year as Merry Maids Lincoln franchise owner shows how commercial...
As we step into 2026, The Athena Network proudly celebrates 21 years of inspiring, connecting, and empowering women in business. From its bold beginnings to becoming the UK’s leading women’s networking organisation, Athena is coming of age. A Vision That Sparked...
