EAST SUSSEX, UK. November 18th, 2024 - Poundland founder & entrepreneur Steven Smith is supporting a major investment initiative to support the growth of franchising in the UK. Franchise Angels is the brainchild of Joel Bissitt, a leading franchising entrepreneur & founder of Infinity Business Growth Network, Franchise UK & the Quality Franchise Association.
Ian Townsend, an entrepreneur, COO of the Quality Franchise Association & franchising legal expert makes up this impressive trinity of entrepreneurs. Franchise Angels will invest in ambitious businesses with a proven business model & strong branding. Working alongside business owners they will provide comprehensive support to assist with franchising the businesses, ongoing operational support & exit strategy. Businesses will be selected to pitch to the Franchise Angels at a “Dragons Den” style event following a successful application.
Joel Bissitt, Founder comments: “We have a great combination of skills & experience in our team including investing, legal & franchising. I am delighted that someone of Steven's stature is supporting this initiative, supporting the growth of small businesses & flying the flag for UK entrepreneurship.”
Steven Smith comments: "Success is not just about what you accomplish in your life, it’s about what you inspire others to do. I am therefore delighted to support this project & look forward to supporting ambitious entrepreneurs.”
Ian Townsend, an entrepreneur, COO of the Quality Franchise Association & franchising legal expert makes up this impressive trinity of entrepreneurs. Franchise Angels will invest in ambitious businesses with a proven business model & strong branding. Working alongside business owners they will provide comprehensive support to assist with franchising the businesses, ongoing operational support & exit strategy. Businesses will be selected to pitch to the Franchise Angels at a “Dragons Den” style event following a successful application.
Joel Bissitt, Founder comments: “We have a great combination of skills & experience in our team including investing, legal & franchising. I am delighted that someone of Steven's stature is supporting this initiative, supporting the growth of small businesses & flying the flag for UK entrepreneurship.”
Steven Smith comments: "Success is not just about what you accomplish in your life, it’s about what you inspire others to do. I am therefore delighted to support this project & look forward to supporting ambitious entrepreneurs.”
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