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Theatre Six17-Apr-2026In the modern franchising landscape, localised marketing is no longer a nice-to-have; it’s a must-have. This seminar explores the impact of grassroots marketing and personalised customer experiences on franchise success. Attendees will discover actionable insights across key channels like web, email, PR and video to think nationally while acting locally. Featuring practical case studies from ComputerXplorers, the leading children’s technology education franchise.
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Theatre Two - Sponsored by FranConnect17-Apr-2026Discover what it takes to succeed in the booming active leisure industry as a franchise owner. This seminar explores the key drivers of growth, from exceptional customer service and operational efficiency to smart local marketing. Featuring real-world case studies and industry insights, attendees will gain a clear understanding of the market, what makes a great franchisee, and how to build a thriving, experience-led business in today’s experience-hungry world.
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Theatre Four - Sponsored by IFA17-Apr-2026
Discover why not all early childhood programs are created equal and why Montessori education is a high-return, socially impactful franchise choice. This seminar will unveil the proven economics of a private preschool through the Hopscotch framework. We will demonstrate how a sustainable business model can provide exceptional international education while generating both financial and social returns for your community and investments, highlighting the key ingredients that contribute to market success.
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Theatre Six17-Apr-2026Discover what sets Zambrero apart from other QSR franchise brands, how it's grown to become the largest Mexican QSR franchise in Australia and Ireland, and how they're translating that success into franchise growth plans for the UK.
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Theatre Five17-Apr-2026
Discover the tech-enhanced dynamic Reformer Pilates approach of PILAT3S by Tribute Brands, where precision-focused movement meets a modern, multi-sensory experience. This seminar explores how to elevate physical and mental wellbeing and expand traditional Pilates into a more accessible, dynamic and lifestyle-oriented practice, providing participants with actionable insights to enhance performance, member experience, and overall fitness innovation.
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Theatre Three17-Apr-2026In this seminar, digital expert Stuart Alldis reveals the most common website and booking engine mistakes made by franchise networks, and how to avoid them. Designed for both franchisors and franchisees, Stuart simplifies the technical jargon and explains how to improve customer engagement, streamline the booking journey, and increase conversions. Attendees will walk away with practical tips for saving time, boosting efficiency, and strengthening digital performance, while reducing wasted spend.
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Theatre Three18-Apr-2026This seminar explores how franchisors and franchisees can use hyper-local marketing to attract more customers in their immediate communities. Stuart Alldis breaks down the strategies, tools, and technologies that help local businesses stand out online, improve visibility, and convert customers. Attendees will learn how to unify national brand strength with effective local execution to boost awareness, bookings, and overall franchise performance.
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Theatre Five17-Apr-2026We will focus on The rise of the Franchise business model in the UK. We will look at the added value proposition of starting a franchise business vs an independent business start up. As the worlds largest estate agent franchise business we will demonstrate the growth and popularity of the REMAX global brand focusing on Europe and the UK markets.
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Theatre Two - Sponsored by FranConnect18-Apr-2026How to fund your gym franchise will take a look into the various routes available to become a gym owner in the UK. You'll learn how bank funding and asset finance makes gym ownership more accessible than you think, paving the way for lucrative returns.
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Theatre Five17-Apr-2026Let’s dive into 9 common pitfalls where a business can become the good, the bad and the ugly and how making the right decision at the right time can help you avoid these costly mistakes.
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Theatre Six17-Apr-2026Discover the ten most common mistakes franchisees make and how to avoid them. Drawing on over 25 years of leading and advising high-performing franchise brands, Niri Patel shares practical insights on assessing franchise fit, understanding culture and leadership, spotting red flags in agreements, and recognising what genuine franchisor support looks like. Ideal for anyone seeking clarity, confidence and a smarter approach to choosing the right franchise opportunity.
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Theatre Six18-Apr-2026
Discover the ten most common mistakes franchisees make and how to avoid them. Drawing on over 25 years of leading and advising high-performing franchise brands, Niri Patel shares practical insights on assessing franchise fit, understanding culture and leadership, spotting red flags in agreements, and recognising what genuine franchisor support looks like. Ideal for anyone seeking clarity, confidence and a smarter approach to choosing the right franchise opportunity.
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Theatre Seven18-Apr-2026The seminar will touch on areas Franchise businesses will need in both the start up phase and growth. Will include business structure, administration, employees, outsourcing, bookkeeping, VAT, taxes, Companies House, forecasting & planning for exit.
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Theatre Two - Sponsored by FranConnect17-Apr-2026Self employment is changing fast across the UK and internationally. Micro franchises are rising as professionals look for low cost, low risk ways to start earning quickly without taking on employees. With the United States already seeing rapid growth in single operator franchise models, the UK is now following suit. This session explores how AI and proven structures elevate solo business owners and why marketing sits in a powerful sweet spot for 2026.
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Theatre Two - Sponsored by FranConnect17-Apr-2026
Franchise recruitment hasn’t fundamentally changed, but candidate expectations have. This session explores how AI, automation and immersive technologies are reshaping the franchise recruitment journey. Attendees will learn what modern candidates expect, where traditional recruitment models fall short and how franchisors can adapt without losing the human element that drives strong long-term relationships.
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Theatre Six17-Apr-2026
In this presentation, How Can Franchising Change My Life, Phil Harrison explores how franchising can offer a genuine alternative to traditional employment. Drawing on over 20 years of industry experience and his own journey as a franchisee, Phil shares real examples of how the right franchise can deliver greater control, purpose, and long-term financial and lifestyle change.
There will be the good, the bad and everything in between around becoming a franchisee. No holds barred!
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Theatre Seven17-Apr-2026
Step beyond traditional career limits and discover a high-status, high-reward path into business ownership. This seminar reveals how business brokerage franchising enables ambitious professionals to build personal wealth, independence, and long-term value by advising business owners and facilitating acquisitions. Learn how proven systems, brand credibility, and deal flow allow you to transition confidently from employment to ownership.
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Theatre Three17-Apr-2026Joanna’s seminar will focus on the employment of low and unskilled workers, in a challenging low-supply environment. Topics will include protecting yourself against some key regulatory requirements including Right to Work, National Minimum Wage and real-life solutions on how to meet employment rights on a franchise network. Joanna will share best practice tips in managing workforces, preventing poor practice and using open-source data to protect your franchised businesses.
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Theatre Five18-Apr-2026Franchise candidates have many brands/segments to choose from today. But, how do you muddle through the list of reputable franchisors to determine which brand is the best fit for you. It’s more than looking at the investment levels to determine what you can afford, but moving through your journey, what are the most important criteria to consider in picking the right franchise offering.
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Theatre Two - Sponsored by FranConnect17-Apr-2026For franchise networks, consistency isn’t just best practice — it protects your brand and your bottom line. This seminar explores how franchisors and franchisees can align HR policies and day-to-day people management across multiple sites. With new UK employment legislation approaching, attendees will gain practical guidance on maintaining consistency, reducing risk, and supporting franchise partners to apply HR policies confidently and compliantly.
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Theatre Two - Sponsored by FranConnect17-Apr-2026If you want to build a business instead of being a small cog in a big corporate wheel, then a management franchise could help you do just that! This seminar explores the benefits, challenges, and opportunities of management franchising, offering practical insights for ambitious professionals. Hear how you can build and scale a bigger business, building a team, and an asset for you, not for someone else.
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Theatre Three17-Apr-2026This seminar explains how entrepreneurs and investors can establish a U.S. presence through business investment, with a focus on the E-2 visa and key alternatives. Attendees will learn the core E-2 requirements, typical timelines, and common pathways to long-term residency. Real client success stories and practical examples highlight how Visa Franchise supports clients through business selection, due diligence, and end-to-end coordination.
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Theatre Four - Sponsored by IFA17-Apr-2026Expanding into the U.S. requires more than a strong concept, it demands strategic planning, capable partners, and an understanding of cross border challenges. This seminar, led by David W. Oppenheim, CFE, covers key obstacles international franchisors face, essential partner qualities, and major franchise structuring options. Attendees will gain practical insights to choose the right market entry model and build a successful long term U.S. expansion strategy.
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Keynote Theatre One17-Apr-2026This seminar examines the UK care industry crisis, with a focus on escalating recruitment and retention challenges. Dan Archer outlines the structural issues affecting the workforce and critiques traditional approaches that have failed to deliver sustainable results. Attendees will gain insight into Visiting Angels’ carer-centric model, its mission and long-term vision, and how prioritising carers improves recruitment, engagement and service quality. The session provides practical, strategic perspectives on building a resilient care workforce.
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Theatre Five17-Apr-2026You’ve built a successful business — but is it truly ready to franchise? This seminar cuts through the hype to explore what franchising really involves, the common pitfalls founders face, what must be in place before scaling, and the different routes to market. A practical session covering operational, legal, and regulatory realities before you take the leap.
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Theatre Seven18-Apr-2026In business, who you know opens doors but how you show up keeps them open. This interactive session explores how networking and business awards work hand in hand to build credibility, visibility and commercial growth. Expect practical tips, confidence boosters and real world strategies to help you stand out in a crowded market, build meaningful connections and turn conversations into opportunities.
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Theatre Five17-Apr-2026What you need to consider before you franchise your business
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Keynote Theatre One18-Apr-2026This seminar explores how to choose the right franchise using clear selection criteria, financial insight and practical due diligence. Led by an ex-investment banker and Master Franchisee, it covers what makes a strong franchise model, what franchisors look for in franchisees, and the key questions to ask before investing. Attendees will leave with a structured framework to assess opportunities with confidence.
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Theatre Four - Sponsored by IFA18-Apr-2025The importance of finding the right franchise for you taking into account your experiences, skills and interest assuming a franchise is the right thing for you. What questions to consider when doing your due diligence.
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Theatre Seven17-Apr-2026Discover how to launch and run a successful coffee shop franchise in this insightful seminar. Explore the booming UK coffee market, benefits of franchise ownership, finding the perfect location, and investment requirements. Gain actionable tips and uncover the joys of building a community hub. Walk away inspired and ready to grow your own success in the coffee business.
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Keynote Theatre One17-Apr-2025If you’re exploring franchising and want to make a confident, informed decision, this session is for you. Whether you’re early in your research or actively evaluating brands, you’ll gain a clear, practical framework for choosing the right franchise - not just the most exciting one. Walk away with better questions, sharper due diligence skills, and the confidence to assess opportunities based on fit, finances and long-term success.
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Theatre Seven18-Apr-2025
A brief history of the foundations of the Pantry Brand along with its founders and their values. The trails and tribulations of starting a franchise during covid and adapting to the markets needs. Utilizing branding and marketing to our advantage. How starting a franchise from scratch has its challenges and what can be done in order to gain market share in the market.
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Keynote Theatre One18-Apr-2025Franchising can accelerate growth and create long-term asset value — but only if built on the right foundations. In this strategic and thought-provoking session, Graeme McKinnon explores the Good, the Bad and the Ugly of franchising, the five critical readiness tests every business must pass, and how to avoid costly mistakes before committing to scale.
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Theatre Two - Sponsored by FranConnect18-Apr-2025The UK food and beverage market is rapidly shifting toward health-led, functional concepts driven by changing consumer priorities. From açaí bowls and matcha to high-protein, gut-friendly, and low-sugar formats, customers now seek food that delivers energy, longevity, and performance. This talk explores the rise of functional ingredients, evolving daypart habits, and scalable QSR models built around wellness, offering insights for operators and investors looking to capitalise on this trese trends.
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Theatre Seven18-Apr-2026In this seminar, Paul Campbell shares his journey from starting out to building an award-winning property inspection business, including the lessons learned from early mistakes and hard-earned successes. He explains how aspiring franchisees can avoid common pitfalls and benefit from proven systems, structured training, and hands-on support to launch, grow, and scale a profitable Professional Inventories franchise in their local territory.
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