British Franchise Association:
When others are thinking of retirement the former hotel maintenance manager has switched careers by launching a new business venture supplying cleaning and hygiene products.
Ray has invested in a franchise with Chemex International covering Newcastle Gosforth, Tynemouth, North Shields, Prudhoe, Whickham and Longbenton.
Chemex provides businesses with cleaning products and free advice on health and safety and hygiene matters.
Ray set up the franchise after deciding he needed a new challenge in life. Full story.
