Twenty years is a significant milestone for any business. For Just Shutters, it represents two decades of building a trusted brand, developing a strong franchise network and continually evolving while staying true to the values that started it all.
To mark our 20th anniversary, our Marketing Manager, Livia Gusman, recently spoke with the British Franchise Association about what has helped shape Just Shutters over the past two decades.
From the importance of local expertise to the confidence customers place in our design and fitting, the conversation explores some of the principles behind the brand’s growth and the relationships that have helped shape it into what it is today. Here, we look at what that experience means for anyone thinking about joining us.
What does 20 years in business mean for someone joining Just Shutters?
For someone considering starting their own business, choosing the right franchise is about much more than finding a brand they like.
It is about finding a proven business model, understanding what support is available and feeling confident that there is a clear path to building something of their own.
That is where our 20 years of experience really matters.
When you join Just Shutters, you are not starting from scratch. You are stepping into a business that has spent two decades learning what works, refining its systems and developing a model designed to help local business owners succeed.
You bring the ambition. We bring the experience.
One of the biggest advantages of franchising is having the opportunity to build your own business without having to work everything out alone.
At Just Shutters, our franchisees have the freedom to run their own local business, while having a dedicated team behind them to provide guidance, training and ongoing support.
That support continues as the business develops, giving franchisees access to the knowledge of a national network rather than having to navigate every challenge independently.
It is a partnership. You are building your business, but you have a team around you who genuinely want to see you succeed.
A business you can be proud to own
There is also something important about the type of business you are building.
Just Shutters is an established name in a specialist market, with a product customers actively want and a trusted reputation built over 20 years.
Our franchisees are local business owners, not salespeople working for a remote company. They build relationships in their own territory, develop their customer base through repeat business and recommendations, and have the opportunity to create a business that reflects their own goals.
For many people considering franchising, that combination of independence and support is a big part of the appeal.
And there is still plenty of room to grow
Reaching 20 years does not mean standing still.
The home improvement market continues to evolve, and so does Just Shutters. We continue to develop our products, invest in the business, and explore new franchise opportunities for our network.
That means a new franchisee is joining a business not only with a proven track record, but one that is still looking forward.
There is an established foundation to build on, alongside the opportunity to shape the next chapter.
Could you be part of the next 20 years?
Our 20th anniversary is a celebration of everything we have achieved so far, but for anyone considering franchise ownership, perhaps the most exciting part is what comes next.
You could be joining a business with 20 years of experience behind it, while building something that is entirely your own.
If you are ambitious, enjoy working with people and like the idea of running your own business with the backing of an established brand, we’d love to have a conversation.
Could Just Shutters be the next chapter for you? Discover franchise opportunities...
We would love to chat to you about the benefits of a franchise and how we can support you in your new business move. Contact Nick, our Head of Franchise, Growth and Support, on 01202 233 744 for a friendly, no-obligation chat about the opportunity or enquire online.