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Healthcare Practice PLC

The Healthcare Practice Plc is a wholly owned subsidiary of WPA who are one of the UK's most respected health insurers. Healthcare Practice Partners...
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Investment Amount:
£0 - £10,000, £10,001 - £20,000
Industry Sector(s):
B2B Franchises, Home Based Franchises, White Collar Franchises

Simon says: expansion goals are in his future plans with WPA and the Healthcare Practice

The Healthcare Practice is a wholly owned subsidiary of Western Provident Association (WPA) who are one of the oldest Health Insurers in the UK. Healthcare Practice Partners (franchisees) sell, advise on and promote WPA’s health insurance products and provide the sort of healthcare that they want for themselves and their families.

Senior Partner Simon Bradley tells us about his background and experience as a franchisee:

What did you do before joining The Healthcare Practice?

I was a business unit director for Nestlé.

What made you look into franchising and why choose The Healthcare Practice?

I wanted to continue working in a sales-led role, but working for myself. I was impressed with WPA as they were my health insurer when I was at Dairy Crest. They handled my claims

How does your previous experience help with running your franchise?

Working in sales helped a lot. I am very results orientated but, importantly, I place a great deal of emphasis upon customer service. That is my number-one priority every day. Give good service, and deliver on what you say.

What are your future plans for your business?

I own one franchise that has grown enormously over last three years and have taken on my son as my Account Manager. I am looking for him to be the future of my business and to expand it further.

What do you like most about running a franchise?

Being the owner and responsible for my own business and income. It really is addictive. And I wish I'd done it years ago!

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