XplorerGroup, a multi-brand franchise operator, has completed its acquisition of Kall Kwik, a well-known design and print business, from The Bardon Group.
This acquisition brings Kall Kwik into XplorerGroup’s growing roster of brands, which already includes ComputerXplorers, a fast-growing global brand in children’s computing education; ActiveXplorers, a new children’s multi-sport franchise; and Discover My Franchise, a next-generation lead management system.
Kall Kwik, established in 1979, has become the leading provider of print, design, and business services across the UK, serving local communities with a broad range of offerings.
Stuart Harley, XplorerGroup CEO, is optimistic about the future of Kall Kwik: “Kall Kwik is a popular, established brand in the world of print and digital and has already proved itself adept at adapting to changing community and business requirements by expanding its offering from printing services to a one-stop design, print and online solution for businesses.”
“We believe Kall Kwik has an exciting future at XplorerGroup, where we can use our knowledge of technology and digital combined with our franchising experience to continue the brand’s success and really bring to fruition its huge potential in the digital space.”
Nigel Toplis, Managing Director of The Bardon Group and Non-Executive Chairman of Kall Kwik, said: “Kall Kwik is an iconic brand with 45 years of history, success and numerous awards. It is a brand to be proud of.”
“I have always said that we are only ever custodians of great brands and to ensure we develop and grow we need to continually infuse the system with new ideas, younger blood and a contemporary mentality.”
“XplorerGroup’s acquisition of Kall Kwik will bring all these and will open new and exciting opportunities for our centre owners and for new owners to be recruited.”
Toplis, who has been with Kall Kwik for 30 years, will remain as Non-Executive Chairman for the next five years.
XplorerGroup, founded in 2023, is already making waves in the franchising sector, with its innovative approach to franchise recruitment and management, and a focus on adaptability, creativity, and long-term success.
For more information on XplorerGroup and its recent acquisition of Kall Kwik, visit www.xplorergroup.org.
