Speakers

Tap into a wealth of industry expertise at The National Franchise Exhibition through a packed programme of 50+ free talks, panels and workshops. Grasp the basics of franchising, learn more about the latest industry trends or discover how to franchise your business.

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Speakers at previous events include…

Anton Ferdinand

Director Ferdinand Football Group

Ruth Brown

Director of Business Development

Home Instead

John Vincent

Co-founder LEON

Piers Linney

Serial entrepreneur Former Dragons’ Den investor

Steph Hedger

Director of Development and Leasing

Subway Franchise UK

Anne Wainwright

Franchisee and Owner Operator

McDonald’s Franchise UK

Suhail Rehman

Multi-unit Franchisee Home Instead & easyStorage

Nigel Dawson

Co-Founder

easyStorage

Want free tickets to The National Franchise Exhibition?

The National Franchise Exhibition returns to the NEC, Birmingham, on 3 & 4 October 2025. Meet the teams behind industry-leading franchise brands and benefit from a packed schedule of 50+ free talks – offering something for everyone!