Established in 2008, activ are an award winning and longest running Digital Marketing Franchise in the UK. Led by experienced franchisee turned franchisor Katie Bullon since 2021, the business has undergone a transformative journey, reworking their network to be what it is today—a powerhouse of support, training, and innovation in the digital marketing industry.
If you are wanting to start your own business and enjoy all the benefits of self-employment or you are an existing marketing professional looking to grow your business, the activ Franchise could be exactly what you’re looking for.
As a franchisee your business is your own; you simply have the benefit of plugging into activ's proven framework as a top UK franchise. They will be your support crew and help you to make your business succeed.
As a franchisee with activ Digital Marketing Franchise, you'll dive into the exciting world of digital marketing, utilising their proven strategies and comprehensive support to build and grow your own successful business.
Your role will involve providing a range of digital marketing services to clients, including SEO, social media management, PPC advertising, content creation, and more. You'll have the freedom to run your own business while benefiting from activ's expertise and ongoing support.
activ's award-winning franchise package is designed to set you up for success from day one. It includes comprehensive training programs covering all aspects of digital marketing and business management, including continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities.
Franchisees are provided with ongoing support in areas such as marketing, sales, operations, and customer service. Additionally, you'll receive access to activ's proprietary back-office system and over 200 services to sell to your clients. With low overhead costs and flexible working arrangements, their franchise package offers a lucrative opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs to achieve the work-life balance they desire, whatever their personal situation.
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"activ has provided me with the opportunity to grow a successful business at my own pace but with the backing of a really knowledgeable and supportive team, which is worth its weight in gold when you’re self-employed." Jen |
“I was able to build a successful business with the activ franchise and believe in the model so passionately that I bought the franchise in 2021, proof that the opportunities with activ are endless." Katie |
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This depends on how much you put into your digital marketing business. A franchise gives you a stronger grounding and a head start to going it alone. It is not unrealistic to think you could turnover over £5000/month after six months.
You cannot of course deny that a marketing degree gives great knowledge. But, this is not necessary for activ franchisees in order to become marketing experts. You’re investing in your future by joining activ and this too involves training and accreditation to show your gained knowledge and expertise.
activ have franchisees with a wide variety of backgrounds, from HR, admin, finance, sales, software development, aerospace, to name but a few. The beauty of activ is that you can tailor how you operate your franchise to capitalise on your skills.
If you want to focus on sales, the head office can fulfil all client work on your behalf. If you want to build websites yourself, you can do so and the head office will just host, maintain and update your client’s sites and take a much lesser fee. The choice is yours. activ can help you define your growth strategy. Plug-in to the team as and when you want to.
activ has provided me with the opportunity to grow a successful business at my own pace but with the backing of a really knowledgeable and supportive team, which is worth its weight in gold when you’re self employed.Jen
You have the satisfaction of building your own business but with the support of a head office function that provides both technical and marketing support. It’s all there in a hypothetical marketing toolbox, so with the right attitude and hard work, you have a great chance to build a successful business.Allan
The depth of knowledge within the development team has been instrumental, enabling us to craft bespoke solutions for our clients. Trusting activ for ongoing support and networking in the ever-evolving web development landscape has been a of great value to our success.Ciaran
Proven and supportive model within a flexible framework.
Longest running, award winning digital marketing franchise in the UK.
Hit the ground running with full back office, training and business support from award winning Marketer Katie Bullon and team.