British Franchise Association

18/06/2026

Every franchise network wants consistency. The challenge is maintaining it across every location, every communication and every customer touchpoint.

Our July Power Hour focuses on:
Ensuring Brand Consistency & Managing Your Communications

Maintaining a consistent brand voice across every franchisee, every channel, every time.
We'll be joined by representatives from House of Colour and Constant Contact to discuss:
• How consistency and audience segmentation can have a real impact
• Why brand storytelling matters more than ever
• How the right systems can improve efficiencies and help keep your brand on brand

📅 2nd July | 10:00 AM
Register here to receive a reminder before the session: https://ow.ly/IjR750ZebQL

17/06/2026

How is AI changing the UK franchising sector?

In the Summer edition of New Business, BFA CEO Pip Wilkins explores how franchise businesses are using AI to improve efficiency, support customers and streamline operations.

The article features insights from several BFA members, including Agency Express, Right at Home UK, Swimtime UK, The Holiday Franchise Company, Creation Station and Home Care Assistance Lochaber, sharing how AI is being adopted across different sectors.

The feature is based on the BFA's Question of the Month survey, helping us understand how our members are using emerging technologies in their businesses.

Read the article here: https://ow.ly/3uik50ZcK3i

Summer

16/06/2026

One morning. Countless takeaways.

The National Franchise Forum returns on 8th July 2026, bringing together franchisors, franchisees and franchise support professionals for a morning of insight, discussion and shared learning.

What can you expect?
✔ Open discussions on the topics impacting franchising today
✔ Expert insight and practical advice from industry specialists
✔ Peer-led conversations and breakout sessions
✔ New ideas, fresh perspectives and valuable connections

Whether you're looking to learn from others, share your own experiences or stay ahead of industry trends, the National Franchise Forum provides a space for the franchising community to come together and learn from one another.
📅 8th July 2026
🖥️ Online | 150 CPD Approved
🔗 https://ow.ly/vmWv50ZcjFs

16/06/2026

Why Is the Recruitment Seminar Generating So Much Interest?

Recruitment remains one of the most important parts of building a successful franchise network.
Finding the right franchisees, improving conversion, strengthening your recruitment process, and creating long-term network growth are challenges faced by almost every franchisor.

That's why our Recruitment Seminar continues to attract strong interest from across the franchising community.

This full-day seminar brings together practical insights, industry discussion, workshops and real franchisor experiences focused on one of the most important areas of franchising.

If recruitment is a key focus for your business in 2026, now is the time to secure your place.
25th June 2026
Learn more about our Specialist Education: https://ow.ly/x58P50Zc9RB

14/06/2026

Are you making the most of social media for your franchise business?

In Volume 2 of the BFA Magazine, Melissa Piercy from McKenna Townsend shares practical advice on how franchisees can use social media to build local visibility, strengthen community connections and grow their brand online.

From creating consistent content to building trust through local engagement, this article is packed with useful insight for franchise businesses of all sizes.

Read the full article on page 70: https://ow.ly/QSMi50Z9hTT
If you haven’t subscribed to the BFA Magazine yet, now is the perfect time to stay updated with the latest stories, insights and trends shaping franchising across the UK.

13/06/2026

Want more freedom in your career but not ready to give up stability completely?

In Volume 2 of the BFA Magazine, Rebecca Newenham from Get Ahead HQ explores why franchising can be one of the most flexible and accessible routes into business ownership.

From running a franchise alongside employment, to building a business around family life, this article challenges the idea that franchising has to follow one fixed path.

If you’re exploring a new direction, this is well worth the read.
Read the full article on page 60: https://ow.ly/RxW750Z9hJF

10/06/2026

Franchising doesn't succeed on its own.

Behind every successful franchise network is a wider community of supporters, advisors, suppliers, partners and organisations helping businesses grow.

This , hear from some of the organisations that proudly support the UK franchising sector and the people within it.

From creating opportunities and supporting entrepreneurs to helping brands and franchisees succeed, their stories highlight the strength of the wider franchising community.

Visit our World Franchise Day hub to see how the UK franchising community is coming together to celebrate: https://ow.ly/XIXY50Z9PFG

10/06/2026

What does franchising mean to you?

For franchisors across the UK, the answers are varied: support, community, opportunity, growth, collaboration, accountability, connection and family.

Together, these words paint a picture of what franchising is all about. A network of people working towards a common goal, sharing knowledge, supporting one another and helping businesses grow.

This , hear directly from franchisors as they share, in one word, what franchising means to them.

Visit our World Franchise Day hub to see how the UK franchising community is coming together to celebrate: https://ow.ly/AE6m50Z9P78

10/06/2026

Franchising is more than a business model.

It's a sector that supports thousands of businesses, creates opportunities and makes a significant contribution to the UK economy.

This , take a look at the impact franchising continues to have across the UK and why it remains one of the country's most successful business sectors.

Visit our World Franchise Day hub to see how the UK franchising community is coming together to celebrate: https://ow.ly/9qZ950Z9P20

10/06/2026

What has franchising given you?

For many franchisees across the UK, the answer is simple: confidence.

The confidence to start a business, make decisions, learn new skills, and build something of their own, backed by the support of an established network.

This , hear directly from franchisees as they share, in one word, what franchising has given them.

Stay tuned as we continue to celebrate the people behind franchising and the impact they make in communities across the UK.

https://ow.ly/Z0rb50Z9MPf