Card Connection

Summary of Operation: A full member of the British Franchise Association, Card Connection is one of the UK's largest greeting card publishers and is a market leader in the franchised distribution of greeting cards. Using a proven system, franchise owners place greeting card ranges in retail outlets on a 'consignment' basis. Card Connection franchise owners supply numerous UK national accounts, which include the likes of Netto, Budgens, Londis, Spar and Shell.

Ideal Franchise Owner Profile: Card Connection has limited vacancies for franchise owners who are keen to run an expanding business. Successful candidates would ideally have some management experience as, once established, they would be expected to employ a small team, operate a warehouse and have several liveried vans on the road.

Cost of Franchise: Franchises vary in price according to their level of development, but start at £20,000 (plus stock) with earnings potential in excess of £50,000 per annum.

Year Company Established: 1992

Year of First Franchise Owner: 1992

Training Provided: Initial full training at head office and ongoing field training provided.

Support Service: Full network of field support in addition to head office team dedicated to helping franchise owners.