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Visit the North's largest franchise exhibition
Discover how you can run your own business with the support of an established brand
The British Franchise Exhibition, EventCity Manchester 17 - 18 Jun 2016
The Manchester exhibition has now passed. Please click here for our next event.
Explore a Huge Range of Brands
Choose from a huge varierty of brands to suit you and your budget, from franchises across a variety of sectors including: accountancy, education, fitness, food & drink, property, children's activities and many more! All brands have been accredited by the British Franchise Association (bfa).
Watch our TV advert
The British Franchise Exhibition will be advertised on Channel 4 and ITV Grenada! Watch the 30 second video here.
Over 40 Free Seminars
Learn all you need to know about franchising from the experts at over 40 free seminars. Topics include an introduction to franchising, how to avoid any pitfalls and how to raise finance for your franchise. Hear from financial and legal experts as well as representatives from the British Franchise Association (bfa).
bfa Franchising Seminars
Exclusive to The Franchise Exhibtions, these panel sessions are run by the British Franchise Association (bfa), the industry's only governing body. Hear from lawyers, financial experts, franchisors and the bfa themselves about entering the world of franchising.
Finance Clinic
Get one-to-one advice on your business plan at the Finance Clinic with the experts at Franchise Finance. Book an appointment and get free advice on raising finance.
McDonald's Insight Sessions
Attend the popular McDonald's Insight Sessions to meet with staff and find out what it's like to become a franchisee for one of the world's biggest brands.
Event Sponsor
The British Franchise Exhibition is sponsored by the #1 global franchise, ranked by Entrepreneur Franchise 500, Anytime Fitness.
Keynote Speakers
Inspiring entrepreneurs will share the secrets of their successful businesses at the Grow Your Own Business seminars.
Grow Your Own Business Workshops
Find out how to develop and sustain a successful business at the Grow Your Own Business workshops, with advice on social media, crowdfunding, SEO trends, publicity generation and boosting sales.
Careers Clinic
Experts from Personal Career Management can help you to plan your future. Ask them about your transferable skills, what it takes to make it in franchising, and much more.
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Children's Activity Centre
Bring your children to the Children's Activity Centre, run by Creation Station, and have fun stress-free day whilst your partner explores the franchise opportunities on offer.
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McDonald's Insight sessions at The Franchise Exhibitions
McDonald's Insight Sessions at The Franchise Exhibitions.
Meet the McDonald's team and find out what it is like to be a franchisee with the iconic brand.
McDonald's will be holding Insight Sessions for prospective franchisees at The Franchise Exhibitions. Hear from the McDonald's team and gain unique insight into being part of one of the world's biggest brands. Learn more about their first-class franchisee training programme - and find out if becoming a McDonald's franchisee is right for you.
Reserve your seat at the McDonald's Insight Sessions at:
The National Franchise Exhibition | 4 & 5 October | NEC, Birmingham
Thank you for submitting your request to attend a McDonald's Insight Session. The team at McDonald's will review your request and will be in contact with you shortly.
DIrections and opening times
Opening times:
Friday 13 October | 9:30 – 17:30
Directions:
Hall 3A
National Exhibition Centre (NEC)
Birmingham
B40 1NT
The NEC is easy to get to via road, rail or air. Birmingham International station is connected to the hall by a covered walkway. For Directions, visit www.thenec.co.uk/travel
Conference Package
The delegate package includes:
– Full day conference programme
– Delegate pack
– Access to The National Franchise Exhibition (co-located with the conference)
– Lunch
– Refreshments through the day
– Networking drinks reception
Cost: £115 + VAT
Early bird rate: £35 + VAT
How to book
Call the conference booking line
Email: Melinda.Lyons@vmgl.com
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The National Franchise Exhibition
4 & 5 October 2024 | NEC, Birmingham
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The British & International Franchise Exhibition
31 January & 1 February 2025 | Olympia London
Explore the lucrative world of franchising at the only Franchise Exhibition in London supported by the British Franchise Association.
This exhibition has now passed. Please click here for our next event.
Growing your own business manchester
Growing Your Own Business Conference
The Growing Your Own Business (GYOB) conference and seminars are incorporated within The British Franchise Exhibition on 17 & 18 June at EventCity Manchester. Designed to equip potential business owners with the tools they need to maintain a successful business, experts and entrepreneurs will be offering free strategic advice throughout the two-day event.
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Networking
When 'going it alone' and setting up a business, it is important to meet other like-minded aspiring business owners and successful entrepreneurs to build your network as well as your knowledge. By taking part in the Growing Your Own Business conference, not only will you make crucial connections with representatives from companies that specialise in promoting business growth, you will also have the opportunity to share your ideas and concerns with other visitors with varying levels of experience in building successful startups.
Growing Your Own Business Hub
The Growing Your Own Business Hub will offer expert business advice, crucial to starting up and growing a business.
Experts will be on hand to answer your queries. Find out about how to access finance, marketing strategy, digital growth and innovation.
Growing Your Own Business Workshops
Find out how to develop and sustain a successful business at the Growing Your Own Business workshops, with advice on crowdfunding, SEO trends, publicity generation and boosting sales.
Want to speak at the Growing Your Own Business Conference?
If you are interested in getting involved in the Growing Your Own Business showcase at our future events, please get in touch. We are looking for speakers and companies with a wealth of expertise in business growth strategies, startups or entrepreneurship.
Email: katie.hale@vmgl.com to find out more.
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