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Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
A Bondi mum says she lost $1million when her Body Sculpting Clinic went bust. The company's co-founder tells a VERY different story: LUCY MANLY reports from the frontline in the 'War of Westfield'
An eastern suburbs mum says she faces financial ruin after being 'sold a dream' of running her own cosmetic clinic - only for it to turn into a nightmare. Lana Shine became a Body Sculpting Clinic franchisee at its Westfield Bondi Junction location in 2021, contributing 25 per cent of the start-up capital while the franchisor funded the remaining 75 per cent.
News24
21-07-2025
- Business
- News24
‘It's about the people,' says this McDonald's owner-operator
From supporting local charities to seeing people he trained now taking on leadership roles, for Nasir Khan, it's about helping others and finding joy in everyday moments. What started as a chance walk-in interview in Canada in 1986 has taken Khan on a life-changing journey through the ranks at McDonald's. His nearly four decades with the company saw him rise from trainee to store manager, eventually leading to a move to McDonald's International. After a stint in Kuwait, a new opportunity came calling – this time in Cape Town. 'I came in with experience, but what mattered most was helping others grow,' Khan says. That spirit defined his tenure as Operations Manager, where he focused on developing local talent and preparing South Africans to assume key leadership roles. 'It was incredibly rewarding – the people I worked with back then are now leaders in the system.' Khan made the shift from corporate to franchisee in 2004, becoming an owner-operator – a decision he describes as life-changing. 'It allowed me to go deeper – not just into the business, but into the community.' Khan has been a visible force for good in Cape Town, supporting local charities, partnering on youth development campaigns, and leading impactful initiatives like citywide blanket drives. But while the scale of his work has grown, the heart of it hasn't changed. 'It's still about people,' he says. 'The customers we serve, the teams we build, the young people we help start their careers – that's the real purpose.' Through it all, Khan still finds joy in everyday moments. Whether he's mentoring a new manager, opening a store, or watching a crew member take their first big step, he remains energised by what lies ahead. This also shines through at McDonald's as it continues to evolve with innovations like the McCrispy, which is the latest addition to the menu. For 30 years and counting, McDonald's has become deeply woven into the fabric of South African life – not just as a restaurant brand, but as a launchpad for thousands of careers and a reliable partner to communities.
News24
14-07-2025
- Business
- News24
From wiping tables to franchise owner, one man's McDonald's journey
From wiping tables and working in the kitchen to becoming a respected McDonald's franchisee, this is the journey that Sulaiman Kasoo has proudly undertaken and through which he now empowers others to chase their dreams. Throughout this journey, he has lived by one clear principle: you can't tell someone what to do unless you've done it yourself. Today, as an owner and operator of McDonald's restaurants, that hands-on leadership style continues to define his approach. 'You have to walk the talk,' he says. 'Life is about give and take – and to lead, you must be among the people. You must live the life of your people.' Kasoo is recognised not only for operational excellence but also for how deeply he invests in his team. 'He's a very nice person,' says Nqobile Mthembu, a crew trainer who has risen through the ranks under his mentorship. 'He gives us so many opportunities.' 'When my people grow, I grow,' says Kasoo. 'That's the dream for everyone working here – to see themselves rising, climbing that ladder. That's how I started, and that's what I want for every crew member.' Kasoo has, through the years, inspired loyalty and trust from his staff. His operations manager, Joseph, is a testament to this. His restaurants are filled with stories of hope – from long-time managers who began as crew members to team leaders taking their first steps toward bigger roles. Kasoo is intentional about creating a culture of growth and mentorship. As McDonald's continues to evolve to satisfy the tastes of new generations, Kasoo has embraced change not as a challenge but as a call to keep building people, not just businesses. Exciting additions like the McCrispy on local menus reflect this forward-thinking approach. For more than 30 years, McDonald's has stood as a symbol of opportunity in South Africa – a place where hard work is recognised, and potential is turned into progress. Kasoo's story captures this spirit: from humble beginnings to franchise success, his journey reflects a brand built on people, community, and the belief that growth is something we do together.
Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Plans for Birmingham KFC restaurant spark concern over 'public health risk'
Plans put forward by a KFC franchisee for a restaurant in a Birmingham suburb have sparked concern they could pose a risk to public health. An application was recently lodged for an extension in hours so 'late night refreshment' can be provided from 11pm until 5am at the KFC outlet in Battery Retail Park, Selly Oak. Permission was also being sought to provide 'regulated entertainment', consisting of recorded music to operate indoors only, from midday until 3am. READ MORE: Birmingham venue's green light to serve alcohol 18 hours a day despite concerns But prior to a licensing meeting earlier this month, the council's public health team 'strongly recommended' refusal of the application. In particular, they said they had 'significant concerns' and argued granting the extension in hours could 'undermine efforts to improve health outcomes in Selly Oak'. 'The proposed extension poses disproportionate risks to public health and community wellbeing, particularly in a locality already facing challenges related to obesity, youth vulnerability, and anti-social behaviour,' they wrote. Solicitor Ewen Macgregor, representing the applicant Demipower Limited, addressed the concerns during a licensing meeting held this month, saying his client was the 'largest KFC franchisee in the country'. 'They are obliged to comply with the KFC brand standards - one of which is the commitment to being a good neighbour and also the KFC nutrition update,' he said. 'They are also an experienced operator of late licensed premises. They have never had a licence reviewed, let alone revoked.' 'None of that happens by accident,' he continued. 'Each site is supported by head office and they are committed to working collaboratively with the stakeholders in the local authority area.' Mr Macgregor also noted that a 'significant number of conditions' were already attached to the licence, which covered CCTV, staff training and litter collection. 'My clients are of course respectful of the concerns the public health body has made in their representation,' he went on to say. 'But this is not the forum to address those concerns - you are constrained by the promotion of the licensing objectives. 'The concerns particularly articulated by public health do not address the issues in relation to those licensing objectives.' READ MORE: Plans for new Birmingham school move forward despite concern over soaring costs 'Not unsympathetic to the concerns they have raised in relation to issues of obesity but as I said earlier, this is not the forum in which to address those - there are other areas in which those matters can be addressed.' He also reminded the licensing sub-committee that alcohol was 'not a feature' of the application. The parties involved will be notified of the licensing sub-committee's decision within five working days.
Bloomberg
09-07-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
Russian Copycats of McDonald's and Starbucks Are Preparing to Defend Their Turf
The image of two beef patties on a sesame-seed bun with lettuce and cheese looks oddly familiar, and so does the stylized golden M on the carton of French fries. But this isn't a McDonald's, it's an outlet of Vkusno i Tochka. The Russian copycat filled the void after McDonald's Corp. sold its restaurants to a local franchisee. The move was part of an exodus of hundreds of global brands — from Adidas to Zara — after sanctions were imposed following the Kremlin's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
