Debutots franchisee acquires another territory

This makes Steve Rawlings of Mid-Sussex Debutots' first multi-territory owner

Despite the global pandemic, Steve Rawlings of Mid-Sussex has become the first Debutots multi-territory owner and will be operating part of his business on a management level with the help of existing staff.

After just one year as a franchisee, Rawlings has acquired another established Debutots franchise from Ellie Sareen, who owned Debutots Brighton and Hove for 11 years, to add to his growing company.

Rawlings said: “I am very excited about the opportunities this is going to present. I went over many possible scenarios and realised that there is an element of risk, but I believe that having ‘dipped’ my toes in my current territory, the demand that is here and the recognition of the value of Debutots in the industry, the opportunities far outweigh the risks.

“I am very much looking forward to building this region. I have to say, as well, that the confidence to take this on is bolstered significantly by the central and ancillary support that is given from Debutots head office.”

Charlotte from Debutots head office said: “In just one year Steve’s work ethic, ambition and drive have proven him to be more than capable of expanding his business quickly. The Debutots franchise network is a strong and supportive team and everyone is so excited for Steve.”

Sareen, who is taking a career break is excited that her business is in safe hands. “Debutots has been so great for me,” she said: “It’s been amazing to have such a lovely creative and empowering job that slotted so easily in and around my family. I am thrilled to have sold the business to Steve who I just know is going to be utterly great and breathe new life into Debutots Brighton and Hove.”