Cat Robson-Scarborough, co-director and Franchise and Operations Director of Your Man With A Van (YMWAV), has been named a finalist for the Global Woman Award 2026 by the Global Woman Summit, one of the most recognised platforms celebrating women in business and leadership internationally. The recognition comes at a significant moment for YMWAV. Since Cat joined the business and led the development of its franchise model, the brand has grown from a single-operator concept into a network of 65 branches across the UK in just over two years. The franchise officially launched in January 2024 and has earned more than 3,000 five-star reviews and served over 10,000 customers across the network. Cat is the architect behind the franchise model itself. She built the operational framework, developed the training and support infrastructure, and personally vets every franchisee who joins the network. Not for capital, but for character. "Cat has always believed that the right people matter more than anything else," said Dan Robson-Scarborough, co-director and founder. "She built the franchise around that principle and it shows in the quality of the network we've grown." The Global Woman Award recognises women who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, built businesses with purpose, and contributed meaningfully to their industries and communities. Being named a finalist places Cat among a cohort of women whose work is shaping business in the UK and beyond. For YMWAV, the nomination reflects more than individual achievement. The franchise has accumulated 19 industry awards and maintains a 99% five-star rating across its branches. That consistency is not accidental. It is the direct result of the standards Cat built into the model from the start: clear communication, reliable service, and a refusal to cut corners regardless of the size of the job. The franchise industry has seen significant growth in the removal and logistics sector in recent years, as consumer demand for reliable, local, and independently operated services has increased. YMWAV's rapid expansion across the UK is often cited as one of the standout franchise growth stories of the current period, driven in no small part by the operational model Cat has designed and continues to develop. YMWAV is actively recruiting franchisees across the UK. The network's vision is a trusted local branch in every town. For those interested in franchise opportunities or wanting to follow YMWAV's growth, visit yourmanwithavan.com. Your Man With A Van is Britain's Most Gentlemanly Man With A Van Service. Founded in 2010 by Dan Robson-Scarborough, the franchise launched in January 2024 and now operates 65+ branches nationwide.