We are immensely grateful to NatWest, our long-standing sponsor, for their continuous support since 2012. NatWest’s commitment to promoting gender equality and empowering women in business has been a cornerstone of the EWiF Awards’ success. Their partnership has enabled us to reach new heights and expand our reach, inspiring more women to explore franchising opportunities.

Atlas Mapping utilise geographic data to help franchises expand into new territories and extract more value from existing trade areas. They’ve been uncovering data-driven insights for over 12 years and love solving the problems no one else can. By recognising the real problems facing franchises of all sizes, they’ve developed market-leading, innovative solutions that provide genuine benefits to their clients.

Since 1977, the British Franchise Association (BFA) has become by far the largest and most influential trade association for franchising in the UK. Over the last 40 years, they have been helping entrepreneurs of all kinds make vital contacts. Supporting and educating franchisors and franchisees at every level of their development from newcomers to household names, and setting the highest ethical standards to make sure everyone is treated fairly.

DJH specialise in advising on all areas of accounting and tax for franchise businesses. Their specialist team works with franchisees and franchisors up and down the country. Providing you with tailored financial advice on the challenges and opportunities that come with franchising. Ensuring that your business operates at maximum financial efficiency. 

Elite Franchise is the definitive platform for the franchising sector. The platform is full to the brim with news and features for franchisors and franchisees alike. Whether you are firmly established in the franchise universe or just taking your first tentative steps into it, their team of experienced journalists and industry columnists will ensure your own franchise story is a successful one. From tips on how to expand abroad to figuring out how franchises can navigate the gig economy, they’ve got you covered.

 The Franchise Consultant is a full service franchise development and consultancy service. Their objectives are to work with a small number of good clients and to assist them to expand through franchising into new national and international markets. Whether the client company is at the stage of looking at franchising for the very first time or an established franchise network looking for new or fresh approaches to recruitment, training and retention of its franchise partners, The Franchise Consultant have a solution to fit most objectives.

McDonald’s is proud to be one of the most recognised brands in the world, with restaurants in over 100 countries and serving billions of customers each year. As the global leader in the food and service industry, they have a legacy of innovation and hard work that continues to drive them not just on a global level, but also here locally within the UK and Ireland.

Cheryl White, founder and mentor, believes franchising is for EVERYBODY and her mission is to help people turn their current business into a franchise model, bringing more wealth, time, and freedom into their lives. Cheryl is proud to have already created a multi-million-pound franchise network of her own and is now sharing her methods, to show you how, ensure you have fun and guide you through the process.

NatWest recognises the potential of franchising and has an established team of Franchise Development Managers across the UK supported by Franchise Accredited Relationship Managers to support Franchisors and Franchisees achieve their ambitions. They support franchisees on their journey from starting up a new franchise right the way through to expansion plans and growth into multi-unit operators with a wide range of solutions. 

Platinum Wave offers expert consultancy, marketing & recruitment to strengthen your franchise, and launch your brand internationally. PW Founder Suzie McCafferty is in hot demand as a business mentor. Not surprising when you consider she’s been in the industry for almost 25 years. Whether helping you navigate international expansion or getting the best from your franchisees, Suzie leads a team with a wealth of knowledge and credibility that’s hard to match.