Elite Franchise

05/11/2026

A new direction in your 40s? Franchise ownership is proving an appealing option. 💼

More than half of franchisors surveyed for the EF100 2027 say 40–49-year-olds are their largest franchisee recruitment group.

This article explores why greater flexibility, a better work-life balance and the chance to be their own boss are encouraging people to make the change.

📚Read the full article here:
https://elitefranchisemagazine.co.uk/franchise/item/the-midlife-career-change-why-britains-40-somethings-are-turning-to-franchise-ownership

Midlife career change: Elite Franchise's EF100 2027 survey finds freedom, not money, is drawing people in their 40s into franchising

03/11/2026

The biggest mistake new franchise owners make? Expecting the franchise system to do the hard work for them.

A franchise gives you a proven model and a support network. But how prepared are you to take responsibility for running the business day to day?

Explore why your own readiness matters when you take on a franchise.

📚 Read the full article here: https://elitefranchisemagazine.co.uk/franchise-diaries/item/the-biggest-mistake-new-franchise-owners-make

New franchise owners often expect the system to do the hard work. Caremark's Matthew Glover explains why your own readiness matters most.

28/10/2026

When a franchise agreement ends, who controls the social media accounts?

From account access to protecting an established following, social media deserves a place on every franchisor’s exit checklist.

Fiona Boswell, Partner at Knights, explains the platform rules to consider and the options available if a former franchisee retains control.

📚Read the full article here:
https://elitefranchisemagazine.co.uk/legal/item/social-media-accounts-after-a-franchise-agreement-ends-what-franchisors-need-to-know

21/10/2026

UK franchisors, looking at international expansion? 🇬🇧 🇨🇦

Join the Canadian Franchise Association on October 21 for Expand Your Brand Into Canada and learn more about the Canadian franchise market, opportunities for international brands, and what it takes to expand into Canada.

Discover what Canada could mean for your brand.

Register Here: https://marketing.cfa.ca/acton/fs/blocks/showLandingPage/a/37343/p/p-0235/t/page/fm/0

19/10/2026

Thinking about expanding your franchise into Canada? 🇨🇦

Canada offers international franchise brands opportunities across a diverse and mature franchise market.

Join the Canadian Franchise Association on October 21 for Expand Your Brand Into Canada, a session designed to help franchisors better understand the Canadian market and what it takes to grow across the border.

Hear insights on the Canadian franchise landscape, market opportunities, AI and the future of franchising, and more.

Explore the opportunity to take your brand to Canada.

Register Here: https://marketing.cfa.ca/acton/fs/blocks/showLandingPage/a/37343/p/p-0235/t/page/fm/0

12/10/2026

BFA members embrace youth as future of industry

Industry body reveals results of most recent members' QOTM (Question of the Month) polls

British Franchise Association

📚Read the full article here: https://elitefranchisemagazine.co.uk/franchise/item/bfa-members-embrace-youth-as-future-of-industry

The BFA reveals how franchisors are attracting younger talent, supporting young franchisees and preparing the next generation for franchising.

07/10/2026

I bought a franchise and accidentally became an HR manager

Growing a franchise means more than growing your customer base. It also means learning how to lead a team.

Paul Lewis of Pitman Training Works explores why becoming an employer is one of the biggest transitions a franchisee faces, and why the skills that help you start a business aren’t always the ones that help it grow.

📚 Read the full article here: https://elitefranchisemagazine.co.uk/people/item/i-bought-a-franchise-and-accidentally-became-an-hr-manager

24/09/2026

Is your business ready to become somebody else’s?

An Elite Franchise Live panel at Ideas Fest 2026 explored what you need to consider before turning a successful business into a franchise.

Hosted by Jodie Marsh, the panel features:
Angie Coates – Monkey Music
Alan Wilkinson – The Franchising Centre
Amrit Dhaliwal – Walfinch
Pip Wilkins – British Franchise Association
Ryan Armitage – Tezlom

📚 Read the full article here: https://elitefranchisemagazine.co.uk/interviews/item/is-your-business-ready-to-become-somebody-elses

👉 Register to watch the session on demand: https://lnkd.in/eCn2-UUJ

23/09/2026

Ideas Fest 2026! Franchising might be more accessible than you think

An Elite Franchise Live panel at Ideas Fest 2026 explores what aspiring business owners should know about franchising, from costs and support to choosing the right opportunity.

Hosted by Jodie Marsh, the panel features
Pip Wilkins, British Franchise Association
Rachel Brooks Swimtime Group
Liam Hobbs More Than Loft Ladders
Lateef Iqbal easyStorage
Matt Clark Stagecoach Performing Arts Schools - Worldwide

📚Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eqWNA5zf

➡️ Register to watch the session on-demand: https://lnkd.in/eCn2-UUJ

18/09/2026

The countdown is on ⏳

As proud media partners of Technology for Marketing, we’re inviting our network to join one of the biggest events in the marketing calendar.

📅 23–24 September
📍 ExCeL London

Expect game-changing insights, thought-provoking speaker sessions, the latest martech innovations, and the chance to connect with some of the brightest minds in the industry.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of it.

Secure your place here 👉 https://www.technologyformarketing.co.uk/register-interest-2026/?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=mediapartner&utm_campaign=EliteBusiness