activ Marketing Franchise has been shortlisted for four prestigious awards at the 2025 Disruptive Franchise Awards, an event that recognises innovation and leadership within the UK franchise industry. Under the leadership of renowned franchise strategist Stacey Cann, the awards celebrate those who are driving change and setting new standards across the sector.
The company’s nominations include:
- Franchisor of the Year – Katie Bullon
- Trailblazer in Franchising – Katie Bullon
- Franchise Industry Champion – Katie Bullon
- Franchise Support Manager of the Year – James Beeson
These nominations highlight the continued success and impact of activ Marketing and its commitment to transforming the solo marketing business landscape. They’re testament to the hard work, vision, and dedication of the entire activ network and reflect more than just individual achievements. They speak to the broader movement activ has built as The Marketing Agency Franchise. Their successful mission to create a franchise that saves solo marketers 45+ hours a month, is one rooted in empowerment, progress, and purpose-led franchising. Their focus is changing the way people run solo marketing businesses, for the better across the nation.
James Beeson, Customer Success Manager at activ Marketing, has been named a finalist for Franchise Support Manager of the Year. Since joining the company in December 2024, Beeson has made an immediate impact. Despite being new to franchising, his support for franchisees has been integral to their success, earning him recognition at the national awards.
“It’s an incredible honour to be named a finalist for Franchise Support Manager of the Year,” said Beeson. “Being part of a team that is revolutionising the marketing industry through franchising has been both rewarding and inspiring. The journey so far has been focused on refining recruitment, improving engagement systems, and working collaboratively to achieve outstanding results.”
Katie Bullon, CEO of activ Marketing, has been shortlisted for three awards in recognition of her leadership and contributions to the franchising industry. Since becoming the franchisor in 2021, Bullon has been instrumental in transforming the business, leading with innovation and strategic vision.
“I’m over the moon to be shortlisted in three categories at the Disruptive Franchise Awards,” said Bullon. “Franchising has been a huge part of my professional journey as an industry I very much fell in love with 11 years ago. And to now be recognised as a franchisor is a significant milestone. The transformation of activ has been a true labour of love, and I’m deeply grateful for this recognition.”
Under Bullon’s leadership, activ Marketing has implemented new systems, enhanced its training and mentoring structures, tripled revenue, and continues to innovate within both the marketing and franchising sectors.
The Disruptive Franchise Awards 2025 will be held on Friday, 26th September 2025, at The Village Hotel, Watford. The event, sponsored by Book When, will feature special guest Dani Wallace. It provides an excellent opportunity for industry leaders to come together, network, and celebrate the pioneers in franchising.
