Monkey Music has announced the appointment of Deborah Stanbury as a director of the company with responsibility for franchisee support and strategic business development. 

Deborah’s promotion from her previous role as Franchise Manager, which spearheads a number of new appointments at Monkey Music HQ in Harpenden, comes after a record-breaking year that has seen the combined franchisee turnover top £2.2 million. This reflects a 24% increase in average franchisee income over the last two years since Deborah joined the HQ team. 

Deborah’s association with Monkey Music started as a customer. Becoming a convert, she became a franchisee in 2005 before moving to Monkey Music HQ in 2009. Previously Deborah worked in a very senior role in the music industry in London. As Head of Finance and Legal Affairs at Universal Music she played a leading role in contract negotiations with artists such as Elton John, Robbie Williams, Fat Boy Slim, Beautiful South and Pulp. So Monkey Music franchisees now benefit from her significant experience and expertise.

Angie Coates, Founder of Monkey Music, said:“We’re delighted to appoint Deborah as a Monkey Music Director. Her dedication and expertise have already had a significant affect on our growing business and, with her support, I’m confident many more new franchisees will discover the personal enjoyment and business rewards that running a Monkey Music franchise can offer.”