GF Issue 54

Sugar Sugar BEST EMERGING The clean beauty business digs into the natural sugar hair removal trend, alongside other services such as organic airbrush tanning, vegan facials, and brow maintenance. Its sugar paste is the key ingredient – receiving praise for its organic, vegan, and biodegradable qualities – leaving customers with a smooth finish. VAP IANO BEST FOOD & DR I NK Pasta, pizza, and salads are a mainstay at the casual Italian restaurant business. The dining experience aims to be laid back and interactive, with an open kitchen. It has been able to whet the appetite of the masses, with more than 134 restaurants now open across 25 countries. Critical to this growth has been its approach to franchising which has looked to solve challenges surrounding labor and production costs as well as access to funds and high interest rates.§Vapiano has worked with its network to implement efficiency measures including supply chain optimization to maximize value for its franchisees, while also rolling out financial assistance programs for those getting started. “THE I NCREASE I N MENU PR I CES WAS MI N IMI ZED AND MA I NTA I NED AT A SUSTA I NABLE LEVEL . ON TOP OF THAT THE CAPEX PER STORE WAS HEAV I LY REDUCED DUE TO AN OPT IMI ZED NEW DES I GN” “India’s large and growing middle class, rising disposable income, and government initiatives like ‘Make in India’ are creating a ripe environment for franchise growth .” Journal of Global Entrepreneurship generated by QSR franchises in the US alone Statista $275.7 billion Wingstop BEST FOOD & DRINK The casual dining business has capitalized on consumer’s love for chicken wings, offering 10 sauces and rubs, including Atomic Cajun, Mango- Habanero, and Lemon-Pepper. Customers can customize their order by choosing their ideal wing style, spice level, and dipping sauce. Ziggi’s BEST FOOD & DRINK The cosy café franchise prioritizes high quality, ethically- sourced coffee beans which it roasts in-house for maximum flavour. Locations offer in-house dining as well as some drive- thru options, with the opportunity to order before arrival using the brand’s app. Franchisees retain customer footfall through the loyalty app. Venture X BEST EMERGING The co-working space targets ambitious entrepreneurs, startups and established companies looking for a place to operate. Its 50+ locations include shared desks as well as private offices, complimentary meetings rooms, business support services, and opportunities to network with fellow visitors. GLOBAL FRANCHISE.COM 63