GF Issue 54

FASTSIGNS International Inc. BEST SIGNAGE & COMMUNICATIONS The signs and graphics company uses its services to help clients increase brand awareness and attract new customers. This includes everything from producing business signs, outdoor banners, and vehicle wraps, to creating wall murals, stickers, and trade show displays. Fully Promoted BEST WHITE COLLAR Merchandise sits at the heart of this marketing solutions provider, with the business aiming to be a one-stop shop for those looking to invest in branded apparel, promotional products, and other marketing needs. Its franchise network possesses local knowledge of each operational area. Fireaway Pizza BEST EMERGING Founded in 2016, the pizza restaurant now has more than 150 locations across the UK with ambitions for growth. It uses local ingredients and makes the dough by hand which feeds into its menu comprising unusual options such as Nutella Pizzas – all cooked in a 400-degree fire oven. GoliathTech Inc BEST EMERGING The business is a manufacturer and installer operating in the helical (screw) pile industry. It uses cutting-edge technology, durable materials, and smart designs to create infrastructure such as anchoring systems for construction projects including solar panels, underpinning, decks, and home foundations. “THE FACT THAT A PARCEL I S SH I PPED THROUGH I NXPRESS EVERY 4 SECONDS SPEAKS FOR I TSELF” INXPRESS BEST WH I TE COLLAR Shipping is essential for a lot of businesses, but that soon becomes complicated if you’re unaware of the rules and regulations. InXpress has been guiding businesses through this process for more than two decades, providing the knowledge and means to ship economically and efficiently. Customers can access the franchise’s platform to compare rates from different couriers and manage shipments, while also using services such as e-commerce integration, warehousing, and international shipping. The business partners with notable brands including DHL, UPS, Fedex, and TNT. Plus, its individualized, supportive approach has made it a firm favourite with business consumers globally. in revenue is generated by the global franchise industry Technavio $3.71 trillion 1 in 7 businesses are franchises Franchise Local GLOBAL FRANCHISE.COM 53