I actually worked for the CHIPS for about 17 yrs as sales assistant then climbed to manager then operations manager. I opened a number of franchises for CHIPS and soon realised that I could open my own.
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Faisal Ali – CHIPS Chorlton
I chose franchising as it involves a proven business model. In the case of CHIPS, the backup of experienced industry insiders is a valuable asset to running the business.
Paul and Alan Whitfield – Guisborough
We wanted a well-established organisation which can help and support new franchisees with business and training and increase the potential for success.
Susan Lake – Stafford
I was looking to set up on my own, but could not decide which route to take. I sent away for the British Franchise Association’s franchise pack and after reading through it, I decide that franchising offered great support and expertise. Though a little more expensive at first, I thought I would be more likely to succeed as a franchisee.
Steve Morton – Hartlepool
I had worked for CHIPS for 14 years, starting as a Saturday lad when I was at college. Over the years I worked my way up to store manager and then Group area Manager, running the day-to-day operations of the six company stores. Owning my own franchise was the next logical step.
Steve is just chipper
Steve Morton’s career has taken a U-turn. The former CHIPS Group Area Manager, once responsible for the day-to-day operations of all the video games chain’s company stores has found himself at the sharp end again – back behind the counter. For Steve, 32, has opened his own CHIPS franchise and is now his own boss.
CHIPS great offer to charities
CHIPS Hartlepool, is offering local charities the chance to scoop a top games machine.
Ste Morton, who owns CHIPS Hartlepool in Park Road, wants to donate his Playstation 2 pod, complete with TV monitor and games to a deserving local group.
JACKSONS & CHIPS JOIN FORCES
CHIPS, the UK’s biggest independent video games retailer, has appointed Jacksons Solicitors’ commercial property team to steer it through its expansion.
TOP AWARD FOR NEWCOMER GAV
Gav Pearson is flying high after scooping a top award.

