JUNE 2017 Razzamataz joins the bfa
n Razzamataz Theatre Schools is celebrating after recently being accredited by the British Franchise Association (bfa). “We have been operating as a part- time theatre school business since 2000 and during this time we have built up a strong and robust operating system,” says managing director and founder Denise Hutton-Gosney. “Becoming a member of the bfa gives us another seal of approval and will give people looking to invest in our franchise even more confi dence and assurance.”
The Dragons’ Den-backed performing arts company, which has off ered a franchise model for the past 11 years, currently has nearly 50 schools across the UK and has had successful partnerships with brands including First Choice, Barbie and Universal Pictures.
Denise adds: “2017 is shaping up to be another hugely exciting year for us. Together with Eurocamp, we are launching a dance competition that will be judged by Diversity, who won Britain’s Got Talent in 2009, with street dancer Lizzie Gough. We are also delighted to announce that we have been given the exclusive opportunity to hold a workshop with Ashley Banjo from Diversity following on from our advertisements being shown at the Diversity arena tours.”
It could be you!
n Searching for a way to escape being chained to her corporate desk, Kay Collier-Jeremy wanted to gain fl exibility and variety in a new business. She was also looking for something that could eventually replace her husband Nigel’s income, too. The couple trusted property, even though they hadn’t yet invested in any property other than their homes. So, after reading about Steve Bolton and Platinum Property Partners in a book, Kay and Nigel decided to attend a Discovery Day to fi nd out more. Kay says: “We weren’t sceptical of whether property could generate great
Chloe Lee, 23-year-old principal at Razzamataz Chester, adds: “Being part of a franchise has the advantage of people already knowing the name and the brand. “Wherever I go and I mention Razzamataz, generally people have at least heard of it. If I were to set up a small business on my own, the public wouldn’t know the brand and probably
wouldn’t have the same level of loyalty and trust in the company as they do with a well-known brand like Razzamataz.” The British Franchise Association was established in 1977 to represent ethical franchising within the industry. Prospective franchisors must pass its strict criteria to become a member and gain access to the association’s benefi ts.
incomes, it was really about whether we needed to join an organisation and pay for the privilege. But we couldn’t fi nd a reason to not join, especially after meeting other franchise partners.” That was in 2013 and within 18 months, Kay had successfully replaced her income. The couple now operate a successful portfolio of four Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) in the Reading area, with a fi fth in the refurbishment process. With returns exceeding their expectations at an average of 20 per cent, Kay thinks they will be able to free Nigel from his corporate job sooner than initially planned. Aside from the fi nancial benefi ts, Kay has also been able to work fl exible hours and have a more active lifestyle. “When you’re out and about and on your feet, particularly during refurbishments, it’s very dynamic and it fi tted that requirement for me to have
fl exibility and be active. I’m happiest when I’m onsite, in my jeans and my t-shirt. It can be hard work physically, but it’s great fun.”
Kay Collier-Jeremy
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