The National Franchise Exhibition Spring 2020

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The National Franchise Exhibition team are continuing to closely monitor the developments of Coronavirus through the advice of Public Health England and the Department of Health. We would like to reassure our visitors, exhibitors and speakers that The National Franchise Exhibition is going ahead as planned and we are still experiencing high levels of registrations.

We continue to follow all safety advice and precautions as recommended by the UK’s Department of Health and Public Health England. We have been working with the NEC to ensure public health notices relating to good hand, respiratory and personal hygiene are put up around the venue.

It is very much business as usual and we look forward to seeing you at the event

Quality, accredited franchise brands

Discover a broad range of opportunities to suit every budget, and interest. Our exclusive partnership with the British Franchise Association (bfa) ensures that all exhibiting brands have been through an accreditation process and demonstrated that they operate a genuine business format franchise.

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Choose from 35+ free presentations & workshops

Don't miss your opportunity to tap into a wealth of knowledge from varied mix of industry professionals. Whether you are looking to franchising an existing business, or would like to invest in a franchise, you can explore the world of franchising through a packed programme of presentations, workshops and Q&A sessions.

View the timetable here

bfa Franchising Seminars

Get essential advice from a panel of industry experts including lawyers, financial experts, consultants and representatives from the British Franchise Association to help you kick-start your franchise journey.

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Professional Advisers

Free expert advice and consultancy is available from professionals who have extensive experience in the franchise industry, as well as those with backgrounds in law, finance and consultancy.

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McDonald's Open Days

Attend a comprehensive presentation on the McDonald's recruitment process and find out what it's like to become a franchisee with one of the world's biggest fast-food brands.

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Finance Clinic

Get one-to-one advice on your business plan at the Finance Clinic from the experts at Hitatchi Capital Franchise Finance. Book an appointment and get free advice on raising finance.

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Careers Clinic

Want to talk through your career options with an expert? Free, one-to-one consultations are available with Personal Career Management.

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Legal Clinic

Meet experienced legal professionals from the franchise sector who will be on hand to give advice to those who are looking into investing in or developing a franchise.

Meet the experts

Growing Your Own Business

Do you know how business trends will affect your business? Keep ahead of the crowd by taking advantage of free skills workshops, support and business start-up advice.

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Low-cost Opportunities

Starting your own business with the support of an established brand, may cost you less than you think. Discover franchise opportunities with startup costs of less than £10,000.

Learn more about low-cost franchising

Vehicle-based Showcase

Owning a vehicle-based franchise is a great way to escape the constraints of office life. Take your work-life into your own hands.

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Event Preview

Explore the Event Preview to plan your day in advance. Learn more about our 35+ free seminars, expert advice clinics, business growth workshops and more!

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Children's Activity Centre

Enjoy a fun-filled session of arts and crafts with your kids thanks to The Creation Station while your partner explores the huge range of franchise opportunities on offer.

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TV Advert

Take a moment to watch the TV advert to find out more about The National Franchise Exhibition on 13 & 14 March at the NEC, Birmingham.

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Franmail Newsletter

With over 900 franchise brands in the UK, it can be difficult to know where to start your search for the right franchise to invest in. FranchiseInfo offers an online resource for the UK franchise industry, showcasing a wide variety of franchise opportunities – both nationwide and overseas. As the official website for the British Franchise Association-supported Franchise Exhibitions, you can also find up-to-date information about exhibiting brands, features and book free tickets.