FRIDay 17 FEBRUAry

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

Ken Braddock, HSBC (bank)
Simon Pigden, Gateley Plc (solicitor)
Stephen Watson, Agency Express (franchisor)
Emily Price, 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

• 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

Ken Braddock, HSBC (bank)
Magdalena Konig, Shoosmiths (solicitor)
Matt O'Neil, Expense Reduction Analysts (franchisor)
Samantha Roberts, bfa (chair)

Saturday 18 FEBRUARY

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

David Kerrigan, HSBC (bank)
Magdalena Konig, Shoosmiths (solicitor)
Rod Davies, Business Doctors (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

Nick Williams, Ashtons Franchise Consulting (bank)
John Pratt, Hamilton Pratt (solicitor)
James Whittle, Aspray (franchisor)
Kelly Blackmore-Lee, 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

David Kerrigan, HSBC (bank)
Magdalena Konig, Shoosmiths (solicitor)
Stephen Watson, Agency Express (franchisor)
Samantha Roberts, bfa (chair)