10:45 - 11:45 | An introduction to franchising
For aspiring owners who are new to the franchising concept
How buying a franchise can change your life – on a personal and business level
What you should look for in a franchise
Why and when you should get legal advice
How to obtain funding and access financial help
David Kerrigan, HSBC (bank)
Colin Miller, DWF (solicitor)
Glenn Ackroyd, EweMove (franchisor)
Samantha Roberts, bfa (chair)
12:00 - 13:00 | Essential tips for franchising your business
How to franchise an existing business or develop a new venture
What kind of business can be franchised?
Where to start and gain advice
Why and how to write a franchise agreement
How to protect your franchised business and the risks involved
Nick Williams, Ashtons (consultant)
Gordon Drakes, Fieldfisher (solicitor)
Duncan Berry, Bluebird Care (franchisor)
Emily Price, bfa (chair)
15:00 - 16:00 | Essential tips for investing in a franchise
For those who are changing their career and considering franchising
How to approach a franchisor and the questions you need to ask
The legalities you must consider if you are buying a franchise
What the banks are doing to support franchising in the UK
The bfa's recommended next steps
Suki Dehal, Lloyds Bank (bank)
Iain Bowler, DLA Piper (solicitor)
Steve Watson, Agency Express (franchisor)
Helen Thompson, bfa (chair)
10:30 - 11:30 | What to consider when choosing a franchise
For aspiring owners who are new to the franchising concept
The benefits of franchising versus starting from scratch
What a franchisor looks for in a franchisee and vice versa
What a franchise agreement is and when you need to use a solicitor
The importance of business plans and how to obtain funding
James Kind, Natwest (bank)
Susan Hall, Clarke Wilmott (solicitor)
Chris Allison, Auditel (franchisor)
Helen Thompson, bfa (chair)
11:45 - 12:45 | Expanding your business through franchising
How to franchise an existing business or develop a new venture
Where to start and what the main factors are to consider
The different type of franchisee that will fit your business
What it will cost to franchise your business
How to decide on a price for your franchise
Brian Duckett/ Alan Wilkinson, The Franchising Centre (consultant)
Gurmeet Jakhu, Knights (solicitor)
Jon Asquith, ActionCOACH (franchisor)
Emily Price, bfa (chair)
14:45 - 15:45 | Making franchising your future
For those who are changing their career and considering franchising
The different types of franchises available
The advantages of a buying a franchise
The size and expected growth of the franchise market
How the banks can help you fund your new venture
James Kind, Natwest (bank)
Clive Neilfield, Hill Dickinson (solicitor)
Matt O'Neil, ERA (franchisor)
Samantha Roberts, bfa (chair)