After making the move from fashion to food, Sarah now owns eight restaurants and loves helping her team members achieve their goals.

A former Postmaster, Jane loves serving her community and says you don’t have to be the finished article to succeed.

He thought he’d peaked working for a FTSE100 company, then found a new lust for life as a proud McDonald’s Franchisee.

Part of the McDonald’s team for over two decades, Joanne has taken on 13 restaurants in just six years and says there’s no such thing as a typical day.                                                                                                                              

After leaving a similar commercial role to become a Franchisee, Carel’s expectations of McDonald’s were quickly exceeded.                                                                                                      

From trainee business manager to roles in marketing, PR, and now Franchising, Jacqui says McDonald’s has helped her fulfil her career goals and support her family.

Following in his father’s footsteps, John enjoys being part of a global brand (and a bit of healthy competition with his dad).                                                                                           

McDonald’s has always been a benchmark of excellence for Lance, who left the legal profession to create something special and fun, that his kids love too. 

Leaving a flourishing career in accounting was a big risk, but Marc says his life has been invigorated by his decision to become a Franchisee.                                                                          

A former surveyor and real-estate director, Paddy loves supporting his community and inspiring the teams at his two Drive-Thru restaurants.

A former director and shareholder of multiple companies, moving to the Midlands and becoming a Franchisee reinvigorated David’s career.                                                                                                                                        

His background in construction was a far cry from hospitality, now John’s organization supports vulnerable people in Coventry and earned him an MBE.                                                                                

Joey brings more than 11 years of experience in the financial services sector to his role as a Franchisee. A proud dad of three, he relishes the opportunity to support his family whilst also fulfilling his career goals.

A diverse experience in the retail, manufacturing and logistics industries has afforded Anne-Marie a keen eye for people management, a skill that’s helping her support and empower crew in her DriveThru restaurant.   

Moving from a role in IT business development to the hospitality industry has been a refreshing change for Shameela, and becoming a McDonald’s Franchisee has helped her score points with her two young kids too!

Serving her community is a top priority for former retail manager Laura, who works with her  close-knit team across two McDonald’s restaurants.