Manchester-based residential cleaning franchise Bright & Beautiful acquired by US giant

Manchester-based home cleaning service Bright & Beautiful has been acquired by US franchise giant The Dwyer Group, Inc.

Headquartered in Waco, Texas, Dwyer Group operates 15 franchise brands with £1.2bn in system-wide sales and over 2,800 franchisees across the UK, Germany and North America.

Bright & Beautiful’s business comprises more than 50 individual franchise units, employing over 700 people.

Founded by entrepreneur Rachel Ray 10 years ago, the company provides residential services such as cleaning, laundry and tidying assistance.

Mike Bidwell, president and chief exec of Dwyer Group, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Bright & Beautiful to the Dwyer Group family of brands.

“This addition helps Dwyer Group diversify our brand presence in the UK, taking us one step closer to offering a comprehensive residential and commercial service line-up to our customers.”

Rachel Ray commented: “We are delighted to join one of the most powerful organisations in the industry.

“Our franchise network and clients will benefit from Dwyer Group’s vast expertise and extensive resources in the service sector, enabling us to expand across the UK and beyond.”

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