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Introducing The Franchisee Network Conference!
NEW for 2026, The Franchisee Network Conference, takes place on Friday 30 January. This new event, sponsored by Akerman, brings together ambitious franchisees for a focused day of learning, strategy and growth. Gain practical insights from experts, hear real success stories and discover how to boost performance, increase profitability and avoid common pitfalls. Chaired by franchise legal expert Natalia
Shvarts, the conference delves into themes at the heart of successful franchising including: ‘From aspiring to accomplished franchisee: Building a high-performance business’ and ‘Evolving your franchise business: From managing to leading growth’. Franchise journeys, experiences and insights are shared by business owners from: Anytime Fitness, CeX, Miniso, Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries, Snap Fitness, Subway, Tutor Doctor, Urban Baristas, Visiting Angels, YO! Sushi and Zambrero.
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Delegates will benefit from: Expert guidance from established franchisees and professional advisors on maximising business potential.
The opportunity to learn how franchisees from other networks or sectors are overcoming common business challenges.
Exclusive networking opportunities with industry peers and seasoned advisors over a complimentary lunch.
“Delve into themes at the heart of successful
franchising” Shops still tops?
Retailers and property investors are backing physical stores, say property group Knight Frank, reversing the trend of online and ecommerce that flourished under the lockdown conditions at the start of the decade. Will Lund, head of retail capital markets at Knight Frank, said: “With online penetration flatlining and retailers reinvesting in physical space, the narrative around retail has fundamentally changed. We have great confidence that this demand is going to drive a return to decade-high
investment volumes in 2026 and we are expecting a busy year.” Across the country, while 13.5% of
shops stand empty, this is the lowest vacancy rate since 2020, with a further drop expected next in the next 12 months. Prime centres and regional cities are expected to deliver rental growth of 6.9% during 2026. Sam Waterworth, a partner at Knight
Frank, said: “Retail has decisively turned a corner with 2025 marking the high street’s rebound.”
Exploring The British & International Franchise Exhibition after the conference to explore opportunities for growth and network with key industry players.
To find out more and to register
for the conference visit:
https://bit.ly/ FNC2026
NEWS&TRENDS
For details of top food & drink
and retail franchises at The British & International Franchise Exhibition turn to brand profiles – from page 50. l
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