The British Franchise Exhibition
25-26 January 2008, Manchester Central (formerly G-MEX), Manchester

Free franchising & business seminars

Franchising Seminars from the British Franchise Association (bfa)

 

The seminars run at the exhibition are free of charge on the day. You are invited to hear from experts in the field offering informed and experienced advice.

There are two topics covered each day.


‘An introduction to franchising’ - for prospective franchisees

 

These seminars are aimed at aspiring business owners, new to the franchising concept and will address issues including:

  • the benefits of franchising versus other business formats; what the franchisor looks for in a franchisee;
  • what a franchisee should look for in a franchisor;
  • the size and the expected growth in the franchise market;
  • the initial choice of franchise;
  • the business plan and the finance and how to get it.

 

'How to franchise your business’ - for prospective franchisors

 

This free hour-long seminar consists of a short introduction to franchising as a means of expanding an existing business or developing a new
venture.


The panellists are all either bfa affiliated or bfa members.

 

 

Growing Your Own Business Exhibition & Conference

Growing Your Own Business Exhibition & Conference is incorporated within The British Franchise Exhibition.

This essential event gives you access to small business suppliers who can help you grow your start up venture.

Whether you run your own franchised business, manage, or are looking to take up a franchise outlet, or you are an independent business owner, this event can seriously help boost your profitability and strengthen your business.

 

Exhibitors range from marketing and sales specialists to government bodies, and financial experts to communications companies.

Growing Your Own Business also features a FREE conference.

Hear from real-life success stories about how the UK's leading entrepreneurs built their businesses, and offer you practical advice for developing your own business.

For full seminar programme information and a list of exhibitors visit www.sme-events.com