The National Franchise Exhibition
2 & 3 October 2009, NEC, Birmingham

Planning your visit

 

Have you booked your tickets for The National Franchise Exhibition in Hall 3 at the NEC in Birmingham?

 

If yes, then now is the time to start planning your day, to make sure you get the most out of your visit and come away with all the information you need to make an informed choice.

 

For full event information, including opening times, directions and maps click here

 

To get the most out of your visit, its important that you research the exhibitors carefully so that you can ask the right questions when you meet them at the show.

 

 

The exhibitors will be as eager as you are to ensure that their franchise is the perfect match! Below is a guideline to some of the key questions you will need to ask every exhibitor at the event:

  1. How much money do I need to invest?
  2. What experience/ skills do I need to run this franchise?
  3. Is it a managed franchise or do I need to do the 'hands-on'work myself?
  4. What support/training will I receive?
  5. What locations are available and when?
  6. Do you have a preferred finance partner (e.g. bank)?
  7. What is a typical day like?
  8. Who are your competitors?
  9. What are your unique selling points over your competitors?
  10. How long will it take to get a return on my investment?
  11. What is the duration of the agreement?
  12. What are the next steps? 
 

 

Useful links

Register for the exhibition
Conference programme
List of franchises exhibiting
Planning your visit
List of directions and opening times
Why exhibit?
Keynote by McDonald's
Keynote by Magnus Scheving
Franchisee panel