Amy Patel Popat shares her family’s origin story and her journey from certified optometrist to Right at Home franchisee in Solent & Southampton, UK
Amy’s father is from Africa. His family moved to Africa from India when the British Empire colonized Africa. During this time the British Empire moved a bunch of Indians to Africa to build the railways. Afterwards many would stay. However, in early August 1972, the dictator President of Uganda Idi Amin ordered the expulsion of his country’s Indian minority, giving them 90 days to leave the country. The British would then bring the Indians, including her father’s family, to the United Kingdom where they then lived in a refugee camp for a couple of months. Their adaptability, work ethic, and family values allowed them to endure and provide the next generation with a solid foundation.
Listen to the full interview to hear about the blending of cultures, lessons learned, and the second-generation immigrant mindset that has catapulted Amy’s success.
Meet Amy Patel Popat
Amy is a qualified Optometrist but moved into Franchising after not being fulfilled at work. She started the American-born Franchise, Right at Home Solent & Southampton, alongside her husband Kev Popat, who was formerly an accountant. Over the past 8.5 years, they have grown their franchise to over 120 Team members and have supported Hundreds to remain safe at home. They have received TWO Outstanding Ratings from the UK Regulatory Body, Care Quality Commission. In 2023 she won the Franchisee Women of the Year at the EWIF awards in London, and together they won the Franchisee of the Year 2019 from the British Franchise Association. She has a passion for leadership, empowering women, and promoting a Diverse and Inclusive workforce.
Learn more about Amy Patel Popat
Learn more about Right at Home