RUSH Cambridge turns 1!
RUSH Cambridge turned 1 on Monday 28th November and what a wonderful year it has been for them. We are so proud of our 80+ salons across the UK and are happy to celebrate whenever one of our salons has a birthday!
Tag: Franchise
RUSH Nottingham blogger event
On Thursday 20th October, RUSH hosted a bloggers event to celebrate the opening of the new Nottingham salon. When the bloggers arrived they were handed a RUSH goodie bag, which included a voucher for a free Blow-dry and a glass of prosecco. Continue reading “RUSH Nottingham blogger event”
RUSH is opening in East Grinstead!
RUSH East Grinstead is opening on the 29th October. The opening event will take place at 18 London Road, East Grinstead, RH19 1AG. Continue reading “RUSH is opening in East Grinstead!”
RUSH welcomes a second flagship salon
RUSH’s second flagship salon is arriving in Manchester. On Saturday 1st October, RUSH Manchester will be open for business at 69 Deansgate, Manchester, M3 2BW. Continue reading “RUSH welcomes a second flagship salon”
Why are Rush at Salon International this year?
Salon International is a world renowned hairdressing event. It is spread over three days at ExCel London and features 400 brands showcasing their products. Continue reading “Why are Rush at Salon International this year?”
Rush Greenwich franchise coming soon!
Meet Kieran, former Rush stylist and now soon to be Rush Greenwich Franchisee. I talk to Kieran in the run up to his new salon opening on Saturday 21st May about his location and his franchising process so far. Continue reading “Rush Greenwich franchise coming soon!”
Rush Chairman talks about Rush’s history and growth
Rush Chairman, Andy Phouli started Rush 22 years ago opening the first salon in Wimbledon with co-founder and friend Stell Andrew. Andy spoke in an exclusive interview in March’s issue of Hairdressers Journal magazine*. As Rush are continuing to grow, reaching the 100 salon mark across the UK, Andy reflects over the growth of the Rush brand and what he has learnt over the years. Continue reading “Rush Chairman talks about Rush’s history and growth”
Sisters franchise together to open new salon, Rush Ipswich
Rush Ipswich opened on Saturday 19th March. The first Rush salon in Ipswich and the third franchise salon opening of 2016. Continue reading “Sisters franchise together to open new salon, Rush Ipswich”
5 questions to ask yourself before buying a franchise
Buying a franchise and owning your own business, is not something you go into lightly – it is a big decision and takes a lot of time to think it through. We’ve put together the top 5 questions everyone needs to ask themselves before investing in a franchise. Continue reading “5 questions to ask yourself before buying a franchise”
New Rush franchise coming soon! Meet our latest franchisee, Liliana.
Rush are continuing to grow into 2016, the first Rush franchise salon opening this year is with Rush franchisee, Liliana Ionescu. I talk with Liliana in the run up her new Rush West Hampstead salon opening on February 20th. Continue reading “New Rush franchise coming soon! Meet our latest franchisee, Liliana.”
Opening Hair Salon Franchise Number 2 – Rush Dorking
Award Winning Rush Franchise owner Nicola Keith-Jopp opened her second Rush salon in Dorking with her partner Marc Cantzlaar. Following the success of Rush Reigate opened in 2009, Nicola decided to expand her franchise empire to a second site in nearby town Dorking. Continue reading “Opening Hair Salon Franchise Number 2 – Rush Dorking”
Rush for Life: Moving on up to multiple franchises
Finalist for the HJ British Hairdressing Business Awards for franchisee of the year, Nicola Keith-Jopp from Rush Reigate talks to us about her journey with Rush.
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Rush franchises growing up North
On Saturday 12th September, Rush opened their 70th salon in Liverpool making it their first salon in the North of England, expanding outside of London and the South East. Rush are really excited to be continuing their journey of expansion, growing up the country hitting Liverpool’s city centre first.
Rush nominated for 2 HJ British Hairdressing Business Awards
Rush are pleased to announce Rush Co-Founder and Chairman Andy Phouli has been nominated for Business Director of the year alongside Rush Reigate franchisee Nicola Keith-Jopp as Franchisee of the year.
Rush have undergone a huge business expansion in the last year, rapidly growing nationwide within their franchise division. In the past 4 months Rush has opened 4 franchise salons with a target of reaching lots more by the end of 2015 to grow Rush’s overall salon presence across the UK.
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Why more women are choosing franchising
People choose to franchise for a variety of reasons. From being unable to reach your full potential in your current career, lack of flexibility in the workplace, or simply wanting to be your own boss using a tried and tested business model. Women deciding to go into self-employment are increasingly more drawn to franchising as they are able to start a business confidently with the ongoing support and training from an established brand.
Hairstylist to Franchisee – Meet Nita, Rush Kilburn
Rush Kilburn opened its doors in July 2015 with long standing Rush stylist, a specialist in Afro-Caribbean hair and now Rush franchisee, Nita Brainch. Nita will be bringing a touch of glamour to Kilburn High Street. Previously working at Rush’s flagship salon ‘The House of Rush’ in Piccadilly, Nita has built an array of clients over her 8 year hairdressing career. Nita wanted to take the next step and pursue her passion to open her own Rush salon.
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Location Location Location
Rush’s second flagship salon opens in East London.
Careful consideration and planning goes in to finding the very best locations for every new Rush salon. August 1st saw Rush’s second flagship salon come to Westfield Stratford. This opening cements the reputation Rush has built up over the last 20 years as one of the UK’s most exciting hairdressing businesses.
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Meet Rush Weybridge Franchisee – Debra Freeman-Thorpe
Rush’s 66th Hair Salon was opened by franchisee Debra Freeman-Thorpe in Weybridge. Debra shares with us her decisions for franchising with Rush, why she chose her location and what she’s looking forward to with her new Rush Hair salon.
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Q & A With Rush Franchisee, Leona – Rush Twickenham
Leona shares her franchise experience, her day to day work and advice for aspiring franchisees.
Why did you decide to open a Rush franchise?
My passion is for hairdressing but I also have strong business acumen so franchising was the next logical step for me. Rush really supports all their employees and encourages growth within the company through their various training courses, I wanted to pursue the business side of hairdressing and to own my own salon so decided to franchise.
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Rush At Hair UK In Birmingham
Rush are heading to Hair UK at the NEC Birmingham on Sunday 10th – Monday 11th May speaking about career and franchising opportunities. The biggest names in the industry will be showcasing the latest business ventures, training and career opportunities this weekend at the Hair UK exhibition.
Meet Graham, Rush Brentwood Franchisee
Rush opened its 64th salon in Brentwood in April 2015, owned by long standing employee and now franchisee, Graham Bates.
Rush Brentwood is located on Brentwood’s bustling high street in a high footfall area within a busy and friendly community and is a popular area for the cast of hit TV reality show The Only Way is Essex.
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Rush At The National Franchising Exhibition
March 2015, Rush Hair and Beauty attended their first franchise exhibition at London Olympia. When the doors opened on Friday morning, the Rush team were overwhelmed by the fantastic response from potential investors. As the only Hair and Beauty franchise at the show, significant interest came from existing and current clients of Rush, helping to reinforce the brands powerful image that has continued to grow over the last 20 years.
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