Ellwood wins franchise prize

A CITY businessman is celebrating after being awarded the top gong at the recent British Franchise Association awards.

Keith Ellwood, of Autosmart, was crowned Franchisee of the Year at the ceremony while also being named the Scotland and Northern Ireland Regional Winner. Judges spoke of his “determination and passion” for business over the past 15 years. “Winning this award and receiving the recognition from the industry is a fantastic feeling. I love running my franchise, servicing customers throughout the automotive 
sector,” he said.