The Quality Franchise Association is pleased to announce that, as part of its ongoing growth, it has appointed its first board of directors.

The new Board draws on the expertise from an experienced team of franchisors and franchise professionals. The new Board comprises of James Pink (Pink Connect), Gordie Smyth (Flower Accounting), Julie Provino (VeryHR), Amanda Hilario (Screen Rescue) and Mike Hanrahan (Maid2Clean).

Each director brings with them their unique approach and experience of franchising. The appointment of the Board represents a significant and exciting step in the growth of the Quality Franchise Association. Chief Operating Officer and Partner at Rebian Solicitors, Ian Townsend explains that “The appointment of the board of directors reflects not only the growth and success of the QFA but also the growth of the franchising sector over recent years. The expertise and experience of the newly appointed Directors brings an exciting new opportunity and energy for both its members and the franchise industry as a whole”.

Joel Bissitt, Chief Executive Officer, confirmed that “we are delighted to have such an experienced, enthusiastic and ambitious team joining us. This development is going to enable the Quality Franchise Association to progress a number of new and exciting initiatives which will benefit our members and promote franchising in the UK”.

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Joel Bissitt

Joel has been an entrepreneur since the age of 19, now 33 years on he has experience of many different industries including retail, catering, health & fitness, technology and sport. Joel is our MD, the CEO of the Quality Franchise Association & has been a Franchisor twice himself. He is also founder of Franchise UK, the UK’s largest online franchise directory established in 2004 and owns other franchising publications including Franchiseek, an international franchise directory. Through these roles Joel has helped hundreds of franchise brands grow over the last 20+ years.

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