Events and Speaking | Katie Bullon

3 Things You Need to Know When Visiting a Franchise Show

I’ve just returned from the International Franchise Show 2025 at ExCeL London, where I had the pleasure of representing activ Marketing!

Why Ideas Fest Might Be the Best Thing You Do for Your Business This Year

I wasn’t sure I could afford the time out of the office this week. Deadlines, meetings, the usual juggle. But I took the plunge and went to Ideas Fest: Encore in London—aka Glastonbury for Business—and wow… what a day!

5 Powerful Insights From Our Marketing Strategy Retreat

This week, I had the pleasure of attending the first activ Marketing Strategy Retreat, hosted by our fantastic franchise partner, Lou Eddy, in Basingstoke. Find out my 5 biggest takeaways!

Bringing EWiF to South Wales: Launching a New Hub for Franchising Conversations

I am absolutely thrilled to announce that I have joined the EWiF management team and am launching a NEW South Wales group!

Why Becoming a Marketing Franchisee Could Be Your Next Big Move

It’s only just now that I’m coming down from the high of attending what was, without a doubt, the best business event I’ve ever been to: Ideas Fest. This event gave me a fresh dose of inspiration, especially when it comes to the advantages of becoming a franchisee—specifically, a marketing franchisee. If you’ve ever considered […]

Cowboy Hats and Marketing Magic at FSB Conference

I had such a fantastic time at the FSB South Wales Small Business Conference this week. I want to thank you the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) for inviting me to be a part of their 50th Anniversary celebrations. What an incredible milestone, right? The whole event was just so well-organised, and I felt truly […]