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97%

100%

of TAB franchisees agree that leadership has a clear vision

of TAB franchisees agree they have the support of fellow franchisees

of TAB franchisees are satisfied with our training and support

Figures come from an independent, anonymous survey of TAB franchisees conducted by Workbuzz

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If you’re ready to shape your future on your terms, The Alternative Board (TAB) gives you a smarter, stronger way to do it. You’ll build a respected, relationship-led consultancy in your local area – one that helps SME owners thrive and gives you control over your time and income.

This is a high-trust, people-first model that’s built on real relationships, ongoing impact and long-term value.

Built for today’s world… and tomorrow’s

TAB performs exceptionally well in uncertain markets – and that’s not just theory. Franchisees experienced it during Covid and again through the recent economic pressures.

Business owners need external perspective, strategic thinking and peer support more than ever. And with TAB, you’re perfectly placed to provide it.

Focus on people, not paperwork

Inspire and impact SME owners

Build a regular,
recurring income

Stay solo or scale up
and build an asset

Be part of an incredible community

Challenge yourself
and grow

Why choose TAB to power your business…

TAB gives you a clever, proven business model that works effectively whether you want to work alone or build something bigger. You’ll forge lasting relationships with local business owners, with a business model featuring:

Low overheads, high margins: no premises and no staff needed. Many franchisees operate solo or use trusted associates to support delivery
Minimal exposure to cost pressures: with no wage bill, TAB franchisees have been largely unaffected by rising employment costs such as the National Insurance increase
Multiple income streams: clients typically engage across peer boards, coaching, consultancy and leadership development – creating a robust, diversified revenue model
4+ year average client relationships: your clients stay because they get real, lasting value
5-Star Franchisee Satisfaction in 2025: independently rated by our franchisees

Choose your TAB business journey

Whichever route you take, starting your own business with the TAB franchise provides you with a proven roadmap to follow from the sector’s leading brand and a clear exit strategy. You’ll have professional content and collateral, proven systems, and ongoing personal guidance and support to call on at all times.

And you’ll be part of a close-knit network of collaborative fellow franchisees.

Join a community of like-minded business leaders

Our most successful franchisees are confident and compelling, people who care – leaders who enjoy the reward of helping business owners flourish. They utilise the power of the brand, systems, support and content to deliver ongoing value to business owners in their local area.

Our leader – Ed Reid – moved from being a franchisee to take over as franchisor with his business partner Mags Fuller back in 2017. Ed’s been sat right where you are now and knows the TAB journey personally – he’s committed to helping franchisees by sharing his experience. And Ed’s original TAB business is still trading, the franchisee who purchased it has grown the business further too!

As UK franchisor we still run a few territories keeping our finger on the pulse and testing new initiatives, before developing further with the network.

We have been in the UK since 2009, but actually trace our roots back to the USA when in 1990 our founder first developed the business concept to share the power he had experienced of non-exec directors. There are now over 400 TAB franchisees serving over 5,000 business owners each month across 25 countries.

Led by a former franchisee who’s been in your shoes

34 UK territories operating, 75+ available across the country

With very low overheads, this high margin business model delivers a regular income with an initial investment of £66,700, including comprehensive initial training and first-year marketing costs. Each high street bank with franchise specialisms knows the model well and provides funding packages appropriate to individual circumstances.

“If you’ve been successful in your business career and you’re ready to enjoy the rewards of giving back emotional and financial – we look forward to exploring the TAB opportunity with you.”

Ed Reid - TAB UK Franchisor

Find out more Start your journey

TAB Owner / SOLO

Build your own portfolio of local business owner clients, leveraging the TAB brand, systems, support and processes so you can focus on people and not paperwork.

“The values of TAB are very much around people. It’s about keeping one step ahead of the game and looking ahead and being able to see constant innovation. It’s a high calibre community.”

Helen Mill
TAB Aberdeenshire East & TAB Dundee

“The business I have started helps me to achieve a lot of my personal goals. I won’t say it’s always been easy, but I have taken back control over my life and the rewards are certainly worth it. It’s one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.”

Elliot Rich
TAB York

Chair Regular Peer Advisory Boards

“It’s been challenging, but it’s been the most rewarding thing I have ever done. I like that I can work when it suits me.”

Tom Morton
TAB Harrogate

“It gives me real independence, the opportunity to collaborate with great people and I’m in control of my own destiny. It is just as much about helping people to achieve their personal vision and improving their lives – a key driver for me.”

Dave McCartney
TAB Leeds North & Centre

TAB Owner / SCALE-UP

Move from working in your business to employing and directing your own facilitators to build real scale and value, an asset
you can sell in the future.

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