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Graze CrazeLeadership
Graze Craze’s global growth is led by President Cory Hibbard, named to FranchiseVoice’s Top 100 Franchise Influencers
for 2026. Under his leadership the brand has strung together 20 consecutive quarters of growth and expanded into new
international markets — including England.“Our continued growth reflects a shift in how people think about catering — and we’re having a lot of fun
leading that change.” — Cory Hibbard, President, Graze CrazeIn England, franchisees have a hands-on local partner. “This is a proven, international brand arriving in England at
exactly the right moment,” says Kishan Kotecha, Managing Director of Graze Craze England. “Our founding franchisees
get first choice of 190 protected territories, a model that needs no culinary background, and the backing of a franchisor
with 40 years of experience behind it. We’re building this deliberately and hands-on, with the right partners around our
owners.”Behind them sits the wider United Franchise Group — shared services across real estate, construction, financing,
training and marketing — so franchisees are supported at every stage, from signing to opening and beyond.24 September 2026 Franchise news -
Graze Craze
Backed by a global franchisor
Graze Craze England is the England arm of Graze Craze®, part of United Franchise Group (UFG) — an established global franchisor operating in more than 80 countries through its food division, Big Flavor Brands™. For a new franchisee, that heritage matters: proven systems, training, and support from day one.
It also means real infrastructure behind the brand. Real estate, construction and financing are largely handled in-house, and franchisees are guided through the process step by step. “The beautiful thing about being a young brand is that we get to lean on our shared services team amongst our brands,” says Graze Craze President Cory Hibbard.
“We certainly have the benefit of 40 years of franchising experience … we get to lean on our shared services team amongst our brands.” — Cory Hibbard, President, Graze Craze
The group’s momentum is clear. Six UFG brands were named to Franchise Direct’s 2026 Top 100 Franchises — Graze Craze among them at #61 — and in the first half of 2026 UFG’s affiliated brands opened 105 new locations and signed 148 franchise agreements worldwide.
For England, the opportunity is a ground-floor one: first choice of 190 protected territories, a model that needs no culinary background, and a new location open in around four to six months of signing.
17 September 2026 Franchise news -
Graze Craze
England launch
Graze Craze®, the international charcuterie-and-grazing franchise, is opening in England — and recruiting its first founding franchisees across 190 protected territories. Part of United Franchise Group (UFG), the global franchisor operating in more...11 September 2026 Food - Drink -
Graze Craze
Catering at scale
When a large-scale opportunity to feed local healthcare professionals came in, the Graze Craze team in Modesto rose to
it in a big way — catering 3,300 Grab & Graze meals for Kaiser Permanente during Medical Professionals Week, helping
recognise the people who care for their community.“Stories like this show the opportunity that grows when franchisees become a trusted catering resource in
their community.” — Graze CrazeIt is a vivid example of Graze Craze’s corporate and events business — a core, high-value line alongside individual
orders. For a franchisee, being the go-to grazing caterer for local employers, hospitals and events can turn single orders
into standing relationships.That same demand exists in England, where corporate and event catering is a significant part of a UK catering market
estimated in excess of £12 billion. Graze Craze’s founding franchisees can claim one of 190 protected territories now —
no culinary background required.10 September 2026 Franchise news -
Bubble CiTeaBubble CiTea Welcomes New Franchise Partners
Bubble CiTea has welcomed experienced multi-brand franchise operators Sunil Joshi and his wife, Madhuri, to its growing franchise network.
The couple, who have a background in food and beverage franchising, will take over an existing Bubble CiTea corporate-operated kiosk at Festival Place in Basingstoke in the coming weeks.
The existing kiosk will be converted to Bubble CiTea’s new store design, creating a fresh and modern environment for customers while reflecting the continued development of the brand.
The new franchise partnership follows a successful recruitment process supported by external franchise consultant Krishma Vaghela, who worked closely with Sunil and Madhuri from the initial discussions through to signing the franchise agreement.
Finding the right franchise partner
For franchisors, successful franchise recruitment is about more than simply identifying an individual with the required investment. Finding the right profile for the brand is an important part of building a strong and sustainable franchise network. Sunil and Madhuri’s existing franchise experience, background in food and beverage franchising and approach to business made them a strong fit for Bubble CiTea.
Their plans also extend beyond their first location. The couple are looking to develop a multi-site Bubble CiTea operation, with future locations forming part of their longer-term growth strategy. Vaghela will continue to support the couple as they develop their Bubble CiTea portfolio, including helping to identify future locations that are right for both the brand and their business.
Continued UK expansion
The partnership comes as Bubble CiTea continues to expand its presence across the UK through both its corporate and franchise network.
The brand is BFA Accredited, demonstrating its commitment to recognised standards within the UK franchise sector and providing prospective franchise partners with additional reassurance when considering a Bubble CiTea franchise opportunity.
The Basingstoke location will mark the next stage of Bubble CiTea’s development in the South of England, with the new store design providing an updated customer experience and reflecting the continued evolution of the brand.
For Sunil and Madhuri, the Festival Place location represents the first step in their plans with Bubble CiTea, with further locations expected to follow as they build their portfolio.
01 September 2026 Franchise news -
Smell Fabulous Now
NEC Birmingham, National Franchise Exhibition 02/03...
Come and meet the Team at the National Franchise Exhibition hosted at The NEC Birmingham on the 2nd and 3rd of October 2026. We will be at stand J150 and are excited to meet you all and showcase Smell Fabulous Now. You will also get a chance to use the Aromatizor and enjoy all the luxury fragrances on offer. We will also be happy to walk you through the business model and show you how Smell Fabulous Now will be the best investment you have made.
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Smell Fabulous Now Launches UK Franchise Model with...
Smell Fabulous Now has officially launched its franchise model in the UK, opening up a distinctive business opportunity for entrepreneurs with an entry investment beginning at £25,000. The brand is expanding by installing its premium scent diffusion...25 August 2026 Beauty - Wellness products
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