The Irish Franchise Magazine FULL INDEX

Autumn/Winter 2007 Edition

Page 2: ColorGlo: An opportunity to change your life!
Color Glo has been operating in the Irish Market in 2003 and has enjoyed exceptional growth since then. Our growth has seen Color Glo Ireland become a major service provider and resource to Ireland's most prestigious brands in Furniture Retail, Distribution and Manufacturing. Color Glo Ireland is also a key resource for some of Dublin's best known Automotive Dealers and Service Repair Centres. The key to our success to date has been the fact that we can repair and restore at a fraction of the cost of replacement. The quality of results using Color Glo Proprietary Products and Processes is unmatched by anybody else worldwide.

Page 4: Franchise Development Services (FDS): In The Footsteps of O'Brien's
One of the most interesting findings of a recent survey carried out for The Irish Franchise Magazine was that there are almost 75 original Irish franchises operating in Ireland: that's 75 franchise businesses, conceived and developed in Ireland by Irish entrepreneurs, both north and south of the border. These include multinational operations such as O'Brien's Sandwich Bars with over 300 outlets in 14 countries, international operators such as Eddie Rockets and Zumo, established operators in the Irish market such as The Streat and Munster Tool Co and new emergent concepts like The Frying Squad and Donatellos Pizza. Eamon Curtin reflects Irish franchising's international expansion prospects

Page 6: Subway Sandwiches: Build a business with the power of the Subway brand
The Subway network across Ireland continues to pass its competitors, as the combination of a 'healthier' eating product and adaptable siting concept positions it as the most exciting food brand in the world. Stuart Anderson reports

Page 8: Cleaning Doctor: Our Marketing Tools keep your phone ringing
Cleaning Doctor has been operating in Ireland for over 10 years and is based on founder William Little's 23 years in the cleaning industry, providing top quality services, backed by highly effective business generation strategies and proven operating systems.

Page 9: The Clean Team: You'll experience unbelievable support
More than ever, homeowners, many of whom are cash rich and time poor, require professional cleaning companies in order to keep their properties clean and well maintained. People living busy lifestyles are prepared to pay for professional cleaning services, and the sector is set to quadruple over the next five years.

Page 10: Munster Tool Co: Giving you the business tools for success
Having developed a proven business model based on 25 years of experience, Munster Tool Co enables its franchisees to start a successful business with total confidence. Adam Browning reports

Page 12: Puccino's: 'Customers love Puccino's so much'
When customers feel so much a part of a business that they take photos and ask for a job, you know that you're onto a good thing. Alastair Spink, Ireland Master Franchisee, reveals why he's so proud of Puccino's

Page 14: BB's Coffee & Muffins: BB's Coffee and Muffins - A Recipe for Success!
Martin Breen and Barbara McDonnell were already successful entrepreneurs turning the Skyline Foundation's 'Greencaps' programme into a commercial success at Dublin Airport. However, they wanted to utilise their skills in business development and customer service and start another business together. While enjoying a BB's coffee they found themselves pondering the prospect of opening their own café.

Page 16: Donatellos: A passion for good food service and success
With a strong company-owned network of stores in place, Donatellos is stepping up its expansion by recruiting franchisees. Stuart Anderson reports

Page 18: Prontaprint: Branded for success!
When you choose a franchise you want to be part of a success story - and they don't come much bigger than Prontaprint

Page 21: Signs Express: Work's better with support!
Want to be your own boss? With a Signs Express franchise you'll receive all the support you need to make that journey easier.

Page 22: Franchise Development Services (FDS): Financing for success: getting the right backing
The benefits of taking on a franchise are clear. Failure rates are low, research shows that most franchises are profitable and the support infrastructure from the franchisor can make the entry into the world of commerce much less daunting. David George of Ulster Bank explains

Page 23: Acme Blinds: Put success in your sights with Acme Blinds
With over 40 years experience in manufacturing blinds and a network of 30 retail showrooms, Acme Blinds is seeking franchisees looking for a dynamic retail opportunity

Page 24: FDS Southern: Interview
Irish cleaning guru William Little, founder of Cleaning Doctor and The Clean Team, impresses Gordon Patterson with his 50 franchise outlets

Page 27: Concerto Networks: CURE FOR THE COMMON JOB
Here's your antidote: be the boss of your own Information Technology (IT) service business.

Latest franchise news:

Web exclusive: Baja Fresh Mexican Grill: Join a successful US restaurant chain
A US based Mexican themed restaurant chain Baja Fresh has successfully franchised across the US and has over 300 outlets nationwide. The company is now looking to capitalise on this success and is seeking international franchisee partners to develop a country, region or territory.

Web exclusive: La Salsa Fresh Mexican Grill: Aid the international growth of a US chain
A new international franchise opportunity has emerged as US based Mexican restaurant chain, La Salsa, is looking for suitable franchisee partners to aid its global expansion plans.

Web exclusive: Motivation Weight Management Clinics: Weight lose franchise continues expansion

Web exclusive: Aussie Pet Mobile: Aussie Pet Mobile seeks franchisees

Web exclusive: Coffee Republic: Coffee Republic Deli launches in Northern Ireland

Web exclusive: Computer Troubleshooters: Computer Troubleshooters Ireland opens West Cork Office

Web exclusive: Esquires Coffee Houses: Esquires plans to expand in Ireland

Web exclusive: Fastway Couriers: New South West Regional Franchisee for Fastway Couriers

Web exclusive: SanServ: New franchise opportunities in Kilkenny and Carlow
Sanserv, an Ireland based commercial cleaning supply and washroom service franchise, has business opportunities in the Kilkenny and Carlow region.

Web exclusive: Funky Monkeys: Funky Monkeys to launch in Ireland

Web exclusive: Gourmet Burger Kitchen: Gourmet Burger Kitchen to launch in Ireland

Web exclusive: Munster Tool Co: Munster Tool Co - A Better Quality Of Life

Web exclusive: O'Briens: O’Briens opens its largest store in the world

Web exclusive: Pristine.ie: Pristine.ie seeks new franchisees

Web exclusive: SanServ: SanServ launches nationwide franchising programme

Web exclusive: Agency Express: Agency Express seeks new franchisees

Web exclusive: Quiznos: Sandwich shop franchise continues Irish expansion

Web exclusive: ChemDry: Two Irish Chem-Dry franchisees win awards

Web exclusive: Fastway Couriers: Franchise appoints General Manager

Web exclusive: Munster Tool Co: Tools distributor sells 9th franchise

Web exclusive: Robeks: Robeks: US smoothie chain launches franchise in Ireland

Web exclusive: Snap Printing: Snap Printing: Printing franchise to continue expansion

Web exclusive: Munster Tool Co: Munster Tool Co: records its most successful year

Web exclusive: Gourmet Burger Kitchen: Gourmet Burger Kitchen: UK burger restaurant chain expa

Web exclusive: Concerto Networks: New franchisee to provide Galway's IT solutions
Business technology solutions provider Concerto Networks Ireland has awarded a franchise covering Galway and surrounding areas to James Faherty.