Ethical Accreditation for Franchisors
A mark of trust, integrity, and accountability for responsible franchise networks.
CEF
About the Accreditation
CEF’s Ethical Accreditation Framework offers franchisors a recognised pathway to demonstrate transparency, ethical governance, and responsible leadership.
Accreditation is not symbolic — it’s earned through evidence-based evaluation, rigorous audit, and continuous improvement. Those who achieve it join a trusted network of organisations that share a commitment to long-term ethical success.
Centre for Ethical Franchising
Accreditation Framework
1- Ethical Audit
Independent examination of governance, culture, and operational practices.
2- Evaluation
Benchmarking against the CEF Charter, industry ethics codes, and global governance models.
3- Certification
Official recognition as an Ethically Aligned Franchise, complete with use of CEF’s certification seal.
4- Continuous Improvement
Annual review to maintain standards and ensure consistent ethical performance.
Franchise Ethics and Experience Survey
- Franchise networks thrive on trust, and can only exist when everyone’s voice is heard. This survey is part of the CEF’s commitment to creating a transparent feedback loop between franchisors and franchisees. It gives franchisees a safe, confidential, and independent space to share honest experiences (good or bad) about how their franchise relationships are managed. By collecting this insight, we help franchisors strengthen culture, governance, and support systems, while ensuring franchisees are empowered, respected, and protected. Our goal is simple: to make ethical business the norm, not the exception.
- Why we offer an anonymous survey:
- Integrity & Fair Dealing
- Transparency & Full Disclosure
- Accountability & Responsibility
- Stakeholder Engagement & Respect
- Compliance & Ethical Conduct
- Support, Training & Development
- Sustainability & Community Impact
About this Survey
Data Privacy (GDPR) Disclaimer.
This survey is anonymous and confidential.
We do not collect names, emails, IP addresses, or any other identifying data. You may skip any question. Your feedback helps the Centre for Ethical Franchising improve ethical standards and support across the sector. Responses are analysed only in aggregate and are never attributable to any individual.
Get In Touch
We welcome partnerships, enquiries, and collaborations with those who share our commitment to ethical franchising. Get in touch to learn more about accreditation, audits, or how CEF can support your organisation’s ethical growth.
Rikki Lear | Paul Burns | Andy Kerr
Co-Founders @ Centre for Ethical Franchising
- Paul: 07909992955
- Rikki: 07500184000
- Andy: 07853888725
- info@cef-ethics.com
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