BFA franchising seminars
FRIDay 13 October
10:45 - 11:45 | An introduction to franchising
For aspiring owners who are new to the franchising concept
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How buying a franchise can change your life – on a personal and business level
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What you should look for in a franchise
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Why and when you should get legal advice
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How to obtain funding and access financial help
David Kerrigan, HSBC (bank)
Roz Goldstein, Goldstein Legal (solicitor)
Alex Waite, Dream Doors (franchisor)
Helen Thompson, bfa (chair)
12:00 - 13:00 | Essential tips for franchising your business
How to franchise an existing business or develop a new venture
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What kind of business can be franchised?
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Where to start and gain advice
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Why and how to write a franchise agreement
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How to protect your franchised business and the risks involved
Brian Duckett, The Franchising Centre (consultant)
Fiona Boswell, Fraser Brown (solicitor)
Jon Asquith, Action Coach (franchisor)
Samantha Roberts, bfa (chair)
15:00 - 16:00 | Essential tips for investing in a franchise
For those who are changing their career and considering franchising
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How to approach a franchisor and the questions you need to ask
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The legalities you must consider if you are buying a franchise
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What the banks are doing to support franchising in the UK
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The bfa's recommended next steps
Suki Dehal, Lloyds Bank (bank)
James Barrett, Hamilton Pratt (solicitor)
Ben Kirby, InXpress (franchisor)
Samantha Roberts, bfa (chair)
Saturday 14 October
10:30 - 11:30 | What to consider when choosing a franchise
For aspiring owners who are new to the franchising concept
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The benefits of franchising versus starting from scratch
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What a franchisor looks for in a franchisee and vice versa
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What a franchise agreement is and when you need to use a solicitor
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The importance of business plans and how to obtain funding
Suki Dehal, Lloyds Bank (bank)
Roz Goldstein, Goldstein Legal (solicitor)
Zai Rashid, McDonald's (franchisor)
Samantha Roberts, bfa (chair)
12:45 - 13:45 | Expanding your business through franchising
How to franchise an existing business or develop a new venture
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Where to start and what the main factors are to consider
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The different type of franchisee that will fit your business
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What it will cost to franchise your business
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How to decide on a price for your franchise
Nick Williams, Ashtons (consultant)
John Pratt, Hamilton Pratt (solicitor)
Duncan Berry, Bluebird Care (franchisor)
Samantha Roberts, bfa (chair)
14:45 - 15:45 | Making franchising your future
For those who are changing their career and considering franchising
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The different types of franchises available
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The advantages of a buying a franchise
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The size and expected growth of the franchise market
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How the banks can help you fund your new venture
Jonathan Wall, HSBC (bank)
Roz Goldstein, Goldstein Legal (solicitor)
Platinum, Property Partners (franchisor)
Cassim Gibbs, bfa (chair)
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