Keynotes announced:
We are delighted to announce the keynotes at this year's exhibition:
- John Johnson, Commercial Director, Johnson's Coaches
- Richard Forte, Chief Operations Officer, McDonald's UK
- Simon Jenner, Co-founder & Hannah Wolsey, Managing Director, The Urban Coffee Company
- Chris Sargeant, Founder, The Handmade Burger Co.
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The keynotes are just one of the FREE educational features you can take advantage of at the exhibition. In addition you can get advice from:
Franchise Starting Point - The beginner's guide to franchising
Have all your questions answered in one location before your hunt for that perfect business begins. Meet industry experts, consultants, lawyers, bankers and franchisors for free one-to-one advice.
Careers Clinic
Have you just retired, recently started a family or been made redundant, and are considering franchising as your next next career move? Career experts will help you benchmark your skills and and discuss your options to give you a clear, focused and realistic career plan.
Comprehensive Conference - including exclusive seminars by the British Franchise Association (bfa)
Whether you are considering investing in a franchise or are taking the first step to franchising your business, these free seminars will offer essential advice on how to make a success of your new venture.
Franchising your business seminar
If you have a successful business, franchising can be a very effective way of growing. Considerable development work is required before you will be in a position to draw up documents and begin recruiting franchisees. Hear from experts on where to start.
Franchisee Panel Sessions
Find out the realities of making the transition from being employed to working for yourself from a panel of franchisees. Hear about their successes, failures, true stories, anecdotes and advice, which no handbook can offer.
Business Plan Clinic
Visit the Business Plan Clinic to learn all you need to know about securing funding. Financial consultants from Lloyds TSB's franchising department will be on hand to offer expert advice and guidance.
Franchise Resales Pavilion - Buy an existing business... buy a 'franchise resale'
A 'franchise resale' is an established franchise whose owner has decided to sell his or her franchise, often after several years of success. Meet with experts and learn more about the advantages and disadvantages of buying a resale.
