The Cat Butler is Accredited by The British Franchise Association

Introduction

A key consideration when choosing the right Franchise for you should be whether it is a member of the British Franchise Association (bfa). This is the governing body that represents the franchise industry in the UK. To become a BFA-approved franchise, the business must adhere to standards that establish best practices in the franchising world. Criteria for franchisor membership include an examination of the business model; a review of the franchise agreement; assessing the training and support offered; and evidence that franchisees can sustain profitable businesses by scrutinising the Franchisor and a sample of franchisee financials.

What Does BFA Membership Mean?

The bfa is there to help potential franchisees identify the right opportunities – and avoid the wrong ones. A significant aspect of this work is to highlight ethical franchisors that have passed a strict accreditation process to become members of the bfa. Not all can: companies are turned down each year for membership because they can't meet the criteria set by the bfa for ethical franchising.

In addition, the banks all work closely with the bfa. They understand how thoroughly they assess franchisors for membership, and because of that, they value bfa membership too when it comes to funding decisions. A proven, ethical brand is held in high respect by the banks and can be a significant factor in a loan application.

Owner and Founder of The Cat Butler, Sandra James, said

Becoming a member of the British Franchise Association will show prospective franchisees that our business opportunity is one that people can trust. We have been able to show the bfa through their comprehensive accreditation process that our franchise is ethical, and that information we provide to prospective franchisees is genuine and factual. It shows that anyone looking for a franchise opportunity with us can do so knowing we meet the bfa's high standards for operating and supporting a successful franchise. We are delighted to have been approved and look forward to a fulfilling working relationship with the bfa.

Launched in 2015 as a feline-friendly alternative to a traditional cattery, The Cat Butler® is a sitting service exclusively for cats and provides feline customers with consistent and reliable care in the comfort and security of their own homes when their humans are away. The Cat Butler launched their franchise earlier this year and are currently offering franchise territories nationwide to ambitious, cat-loving individuals who believe they could run a successful cat sitting Franchise locally.

Learn More About The Bfa

To learn more about the bfa, the work it carries out, the advice and resources it offers, and the companies it represents, visit the website www.thebfa.org. 

Become a Cat Butler Franchisee

Find out more about joining The Cat Butler Franchise here

Sandra James

Owner & Founder

The Cat Butler was set up by Sandra James in recognition of the fact that a stay in a cattery can be unsettling for many cats and also their owners.