The Multi-unit Franchise Conference & Networking lunch took place on Friday 6 October 2023 at the NEC, Birmingham. For existing franchisees considering expanding their portfolios, or ambitious entrepreneurs looking to invest in multiple units from the outset, this was an unmissable event. Attendees were able to:
- Hear from established franchisees as they discuss the dos and don'ts of multi-unit and multi-brand expansion
- After refuelling at the network lunch, explore The National Franchise Exhibition and discover their next franchise venture
- Once the exhibition ended, delegates were invited to the VIP Lounge for a drinks reception
If you're an existing franchisee planning expansion or an entrepreneur looking to invest in multiple sites, don't miss out on the next Multi-unit Franchise Conference & Networking Lunch taking place on Friday 2 February 2024. Secure your delegate pass now to make sure you don't miss out on expert advice and insight on navigating the world of multi-unit franchising.
Delegate places are extremely limited, register now!
10:00 |
Delegate registrationExplore The National Franchise Exhibition |
10:30 |
Delegate tea & coffeeNetwork over complimentary coffee and tea |
10:40 |
Opening remarks Introduction and welcome to the 2023 Multi-unit Franchise Conference from the conference chairPip Wilkins, Chief Executive Officer, BFA |
10:45 |
Delivering optimal performance across your portfolioNeel Sodha - Multi-unit Franchisee, Anytime Fitness, Domino's, EE, easyStorage and Miniso Mike Chalton - Multi-unit Franchisee, Home Instead Kris Nieb - Former multi-unit Franchisee, Maui Wowi and Songs for Seeds (U.S brands) |
11:15 |
Keynote interview: Mizan Syed guides us through his extensive portfolio expansionsMizan Syed - Multi-unit Franchisee, Anytime Fitness, Pizza Hut and Pret a Manger |
11:50 |
Achieving your long-term business goalsRobin Arkle - Former Multi-unit Franchisee, Costa Coffee Tayyab Akhlaq - Multi-unit Franchisee, Chaiiwala Bhopinder Gill - Multi-unit Franchisee, Black Sheep Coffee and Wimpy
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12:20 |
Closing remarks Pip Wilkins, Chief Executive Officer, BFA |
12:30 |
Networking LunchA chance to network with like-minded franchisees, franchisors and industry experts. |
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The topics discussed at the Multi-unit Franchise Conference & Networking Lunch included:
- Delivering optimal performance across a multi-site multi-brand portfolio
- Achieving your long-term business goals
- Successfully expanding your portfolio
Don't miss out on the next Multi-unit Franchise Conference & Networking Lunch taking place on Friday 2 February 2024!
Delegate places are extremely limited, register now!
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