FSB and Lime Licensing Group Partner to Drive Franchising Opportunities for UK Entrepreneurs

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Lime Licensing Group, a leader in franchise consultancy with more than two decades of experience supporting national brand expansion, has formed a strategic partnership with the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB). This collaboration aims to equip small businesses across the UK with tools and resources to achieve growth through franchising.

As part of this initiative, Lime Licensing Group will offer tailored guidance, practical assistance, and educational resources to FSB members, empowering them to explore franchising as a growth strategy. The collaboration addresses key stages of franchising, including development, marketing, recruitment, and ongoing operational support.

By uniting their expertise, Lime Licensing Group and FSB are breaking down barriers to franchising, making it more accessible and profitable for small business owners.

Highlights of the partnership include:

Special discounts for FSB members: Affordable access to franchise consultancy services to make expert advice more attainable.
Educational workshops and resources: A series of franchise-focused webinars, workshops, and content tailored for small business owners, delivered throughout 2025.
Hands-on franchising solutions: Comprehensive support for businesses ready to adopt franchising, including bespoke model creation and franchisee recruitment.

Andy Cheetham, CEO of Lime Licensing Group, stated, “Franchising is one of the most effective growth strategies for small businesses, and this partnership with FSB aligns perfectly with our mission to support small business owners across the UK. We’re thrilled to provide FSB members with resources and expertise tailored specifically to the unique challenges and opportunities they will encounter in franchising.”

Caroline Lavelle, Chief Commercial Officer of FSB, commented, “We are committed to helping small businesses thrive, and this partnership with Lime Licensing Group is another step toward empowering our members with innovative growth solutions. Franchising offers a fantastic opportunity for business expansion, and together with Lime Licensing Group, we look forward to helping more UK small businesses reach their full potential.”

Launching today, the partnership provides FSB members with access to initial exclusive resources. Interested business owners are encouraged to contact Lime Licensing Group or FSB for further details.

About Lime Licensing Group:

Lime Licensing Group is the UK’s largest franchise consultancy with branches around the UK and extensive experience helping businesses expand through the franchise model. For more information, visit www.limelicensinggroup.co.uk.

About FSB: 

As the UK’s largest business support group, FSB is the voice of the UK’s small businesses and the self-employed. Established 50 years ago to help its members succeed in business, FSB is a non-profit making and non-party political organisation that’s led by its members, for its members. As the UK’s leading business campaigner, FSB is focused on delivering change which supports smaller businesses to grow and succeed.

FSB offers members a wide range of vital business services, including access to finance, business banking, legal advice and support along with a powerful voice in Government. More information is available at www.fsb.org.uk