British Franchise Awards 2021 are open for entries

Closing date is August 13. Winners to be revealed on November 30

British Franchise Association members are being invited to enter the bfa HSBC British Franchise Awards, as the prestigious event returns for 2021.

Known as the ‘Oscars of the franchise industry’, they celebrate the innovation, dedication and devotion of franchisors and franchisees, with award winners set to be revealed on November 30.

The categories are:

Franchisor
• Franchisor of the Year: Bronze, Silver and Gold

• Emerging Franchisor

• Leadership and Culture Franchisor

• Business Resilience

• Sustainable Warrior

• Franchise Balance

Franchisee
• Lifestyle Franchisee

• Next Generation Franchisee

• Local Focus Franchisee

• Resilient Riser

• HSBC Best In Class Multi-Unit Leader (open to non-bfa members)

• Franchisee of the Year - People’s Choice

Pip Wilkins, CEO of the British Franchise Association, says: “There have been incredible displays of commitment to franchising over the past year. 

“It’s been an extremely tough year, but fortunately many franchise businesses thrived with the support we were able to provide, such as training and helpful information.

“With the vast number of redundancies or career changes that many have experienced - especially during COVID - franchising is a great route to self-employment. 

“It has the potential to turn someone’s passion into a career alongside a positive work-life balance.

“Community is a huge part of the franchising world and these awards are a place for everyone to come together to share their experiences and celebrate their achievements. 

“I’ve been overwhelmed by the resilience of the whole franchise network during the challenges of the past 12-plus months. 

“I can’t wait to hear from the many franchisees and franchisors who have gone above and beyond and become shining examples of the very best the franchising industry can be.”

The closing date for entries is August 13. Visit https://www.thebfa.org/events/bfa-hsbc-british-franchise-awards-2021/ for more information.