Our Team
Joel Bissitt VFP
Managing Director
Joel has been an entrepreneur since the age of 19, now 33 years on he has experience of many different industries including retail, catering, health & fitness, technology and sport.
Ian Townsend
Franchising Solicitor
Ian has over 20 years as a solicitor and runs his own successful practise, specialising in all aspects of franchising and advising clients across the UK. He has acted for…
Sarah Bissitt VFP
Finance Director
Sarah has almost 20 years franchising experience. Twice a Franchisor & also Co-Founder & Director of Infinity Business Growth Network Limited. Sarah also has extensive admin, HR & recruitment experience.
Curtis Bissitt VFP
Marketing Director
Curtis is our Marketing Director. Experience includes WordPress website design, email, automation & AI he ensures our clients receive first class support. Curtis also manages our website Franchise UK, a…
Gordie Smyth
Accountant
A qualified accountant and partner for ambitious business owners, franchising provides an often overlooked growth route. In developing franchising as a growth strategy, coupled with a focus on embedding the…
Nasser Durgauhee
Finance Expert
I am a small business growth & funding expert. I bring fresh perspectives to organisations, hold senior management to account, and create opportunities for growth. I am particularly good at instigating change in culture and mindset. Leading to dramatic improvement in financial bottom lines, resulting in transforming businesses to great effect, now and into the future”
Gene Astell VFP
Consultant
A seasoned professional in the world of franchising, with a career spanning over 25 years. Having entered the field at the young age of 25,I have amassed a wealth of experience and expertise, particularly in the realm of home improvements franchising. With a passion for nurturing business growth, I am dedicated to helping businesses flourish and expand their horizons through strategic insights and unwavering dedication, I plan to continue to make a significant impact in the franchising industry, hopefully leaving a trail of successful ventures in my wake.
Paul Hurley
Consultant & QSR Expert
Known as the Donut Guy, Paul’s been working with donuts since 1997. After spending time in France and Italy, he was inspired to create Donuts that werent just deep fried ‘Junk Food” Paul has grown the Dum Dums brand & has many years franchising & QSR experience
