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DRAGONS' DEN CLEANING FIRM TO FRANCHISE BUSINESS MODEL
UK Commercial Cleaning Services, one of the country’s leading suppliers of industrial cleaning, is to expand its operation with a network of franchises across the country.
The company, which recently received a £100,000 investment from Duncan Bannatyne as part of Dragons’ Den, is taking the bold step to franchise the business in order to increase its workforce and prepare for large national contracts that are in the pipeline.
Director Tony Earnshaw currently operates from depots in Leeds and Washington, and is using Franchising as a way to expand the business, with ambitions to deliver services to Scotland, Wales, South England, and Ireland.
Franchisees will not only benefit from the strong UKCC brand, but will be given machinery, a branded vehicle, a depot, and key contacts in which to generate business. They will also be given work from national contracts which have already been secured by UKCC.
Tony is working with franchise experts to firm-up plans for the venture, which is due to launch late February, but current estimates suggest that it would cost an individual around £30,000 to be part of the UKCC team.
The franchising venture comes at a time when people are looking for new career opportunities as a consequence of the recession.
It also follows a fantastic 2009, in which UKCC have gained a series of lucrative contracts including Four Seasons Healthcare, Marriot Hotels, Bannatyne’s Health Clubs, and Ladbrokes.
Expanding his cleaning enterprise nationally is something which Tony has been working towards since 2004 when he bought a window cleaning round for only £300.
Tony Earnshaw said: “This is a massive step for us as it allows us to not only expand nationally but to service large contracts which are in the pipeline for this year.
“This opportunity is fantastic for anyone looking to start their own business, as it removes the risk of them starting from scratch because they have the advantage of our brand, materials, and current workload.
“The cleaning industry is worth an estimated £10billion in the UK and we are giving people the opportunity to get a slice of the cake by starting their own franchise.”
Serial entrepreneur Duncan Bannatyne said: “Franchising is an excellent option for anyone looking to expand their business and UKCC has a sound business and profit model, which gives people the opportunity to invest in a solid franchise option.
“Owning a UKCC franchise is a fantastic opportunity for people looking for a new career opportunity, a career change, or for people currently in the sector. “
Anyone interested in starting a UKCC franchise can call Tony on 0191 415 5610, or for more information on UKCC visit http://www.ukcommercialcleaning.co.uk/
