The Zip Yard

Alba Barrett

South Anne St, Dublin 2

I joined The Zip Yard 5 years ago as a 27-year-old young woman entering the world of entrepreneurship for the first time. The Zip Yard gave me unending support, encouragement and advice every step of the way in taking this leap into business ownership. Don and Caroline at The Zip Yard took up the position of my personal and business life coaches in the initial stages and helped me to bring out the entrepreneur within. As time has gone on my confidence in myself and the brand have only grown stronger and my business continues to thrive giving me a lifestyle and control over my business career that I had only dreamed of. The future is bright for The Zip Yard and I am excited to be a part of it.

Juliet O'Connell

Dun Laoghaire

I can’t imagine my day now not being ‘the decision maker’ and after 7 years the growth potential of the business is still exciting. The staff are so loyal and we have a great team. Some customers have now become friends over the years. Positive feedback from new customers is so motivating. “One of the most interesting aspects about The Zip Yard is that it’s a fashion retail/service business, and people are always asking for advice. We could be altering a wedding dress one day and, if other customers are waiting or in the fitting rooms, everyone gets involved and gives their opinion. There’s a lovely family atmosphere in the shop. It’s a big success and we’ve exceeded all our projections. Our turnover has grown every year since we opened and we have more staff than we ever expected.

John Nelligan

Tralee, Galway & Douglas

I bought into The Zip Yard because I didn't want a business that could be replicated on line. What I got was being part of a great team with help and guidance when I needed it.

Julie Ferris

Drogheda

Setting up on your own can be daunting but being part of The Zip Yard family ensures that you have the tools and experience to ensure you succeed. The training and ongoing support from head office, coupled with the knowledge - sharing from other franchise owners, is invaluable and of huge benefit to someone who has never been a business owner before. I’m looking forward to growing my business in partnership with The Zip Yard team.

Adrian Flanagan

Navan, Ranelagh and Drogheda

Becoming a franchisee with The Zip Yard has given me the opportunity to be my own boss with the backing and support of a great team. The alterations industry had become dated but The Zip Yard has revolutionised the offering to customers. We are now the clear leader in the industry. Starting a business is tough but being able to do it using a proven model and the help and experience of others has made the challenge a whole lot easier for me. The experience has been huge for me both professionally and personally, having opened my first store in 2012 I now own 3 stores and we’re going from strength to strength.