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More opportunity than ever to be your own boss
Uncover the scope and potential of a franchise business at The National Franchise Exhibition on 5 and 6 October at Birmingham’s NEC
T
he franchise industry in the UK has enjoyed continued growth for 20 years, even weathering the recession of 2008. More than 44,000
franchisees enjoy the support of their franchise brand, not just with the set up and launch of their business, but for the term of the relationship1
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The already diverse sector continues to see growth with the expansion of domiciliary care, the booming fitness industry and newly-emerged niches such as dessert parlours and home tutoring. The National Franchise Exhibition reflects
this growth and diversification, showcasing franchise opportunities across food and beverage, home care, fitness, B2B services, education and property maintenance. The established event welcomes new names to its exhibitor list this autumn, including Harry
Ramsden, Boogie Beat Music & Movement and Warrens Bakery.
Long-standing exhibitors such as event sponsor Fitness Space, McDonald’s, Auditel, Target Structural and The Creation Station reflect the span of investment levels with opportunities available from under £10,000 to upwards of £500,000. Specialising in providing care to older people within their own home, Radfield Home Care regularly exhibits at the The Franchise Exhibitions, as its founder and former GP, Dr Hannah MacKechnie explains: “The home care sector is such a growing opportunity. Having the chance to discuss the rewards it can offer those considering investing in the sector is invaluable. “We always attend the exhibitions with members of our support team, franchise recruitment manager and franchise
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partners, giving visitors the chance to speak to people from all areas of the business and ask the questions that are important to them.”
The British Franchise Association (bfa) is the self-regulatory body for the UK franchise sector, and a long-standing partner of The Franchise Exhibitions. The partnership brings many benefits to visitors of The National Franchise Exhibition, including the valuable assurance that every exhibiting brand has obtained accreditation to prove they run a genuine business format franchise. Pip Willkins, CEO of the bfa, comments:
“We’re delighted to continue our support of The Franchise Exhibitions. As the voice of ethical franchising we host a programme of seminars dedicated to explaining the fundamentals of business format franchising, and visitors can also talk
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