From Local Hero to National Brand: The Art of Replicating Success

Business Growth, Brand Building, European Market Expansion, Franchise DevelopmentLeave a comment

“How does a beloved local business become a household name across an entire country?” In Europe’s dynamic post-pandemic economy, this question is top-of-mind for many small and mid-sized enterprises (SMEs). Franchising and other scale-up models are experiencing a boom as entrepreneurs seek to replicate local success on a national (or even international) stage. The appeal…




The Franchise Founder’s Exit: What Success Really Looks Like (and Why It’s Closer Than You Think)

The Franchise Founder’s Exit: What Success Really Looks Like (and Why It’s Closer Than You Think)

Franchise Development, Business Finance & Planning, European Market Trends, Exit Strategy & PlanningLeave a comment

Europe’s franchising boom is creating unprecedented opportunities for business founders. Across the continent, franchised businesses are growing faster than the broader economy – France alone saw franchised outlets surge by 9% in 2023 (reaching over 92,000 locations) and sales jump 15.6% to €88.5 billion[1]. In the UK, the franchise sector has proven remarkably resilient, with 89%…