Fraud Alert: Beware of Scammers Using WSIOMS’ Name

We have been made aware that scammers are impersonating WSIOMS Digital Marketing, falsely claiming to offer freelance work and requesting personal banking information. These fraudulent messages are being sent via WhatsApp by someone pretending to be “Enzokuhle or Omphilr, the HR Assistant at WSIOMS.”

⚠️ Please be advised:
✅ WSIOMS does not offer freelance work.
✅ We will never contact anyone via WhatsApp for job opportunities or payment details.
✅ If you receive such messages, do not engage—delete them immediately.

We take this matter seriously and are working to stop these fraudulent activities. If you suspect you have been contacted by a scammer using our name, please delete the message and report it.

Stay vigilant and thank you for your support.

Owning your own business is an empowering and exciting experience, and franchises are a fantastic way to stretch your wings and build a legacy! The first step, however, is to ensure that you’re partnering with a franchise that you can trust, as there are many scams out there. Here are some facts that demonstrate why WSI is the perfect franchise partner for your new investment venture!

  1. Our franchise rankings: In franchising, a reputation for excellence is everything – and we’re proud to be recognized as one of the top franchises in the world. As a result of our world-class franchise system, we’re ranked as part of Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 Top Franchise Brands for 2017 & 2018, Franchise Direct’s Top 100 Global Franchises and Bond’s Top 100 Franchises.
  2. Our history: The WSI franchise was established over 20 years ago and we’ve continued to thrive because of our focus on continual learning, building our global network of consultants and our network of partners, which include HubSpot, Google, and Adobe.
  3. Our testimonials: At WSI, we’re happy to give potential franchisees, as well as clients, access to plenty of feedback and data from our WSI Consultants – and, as marketing specialists know, there are few things as reliable as word-of-mouth!
  4. Our extensive on-boarding process: Becoming part of the WSI franchise is not as simple as signing up or buying in. We know that our success is founded on a reputation for excellence, so we vet each and every applicant extensively before a franchise is awarded. This protects the quality of the brand and, more importantly, it protects each and every franchisee and investor that relies on this brand.
  5. Our dedication to continual learning and networking: There are few franchising brands that put as much effort into supporting their franchisees as WSI. We’re dedicated to extensively training our franchisees so that they start on the right foot – and we keep up this training long after. We know that the world of digital marketing is always evolving, so we continually invest in our franchisees to ensure they stay ahead of the curve – and exceed their client’s expectations.

Say “no” to scam franchise opportunities – Partner with WSI for lasting success

Investing in a franchise is a serious decision and it’s critical to choose a partner who has the experience, reputation and industry credibility to help you succeed. To find out more about WSI franchises, the high-quality, proven franchising system we offer and what the world of digital marketing has to offer you, please contact us today.