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A series of seminars, each focusing on a different franchise sector. Comprising of; • • • • • •
A brief introducing into franchising The characteristics of the sector Investment levels and expected return Skills needed Common pitfall’s The day-to-day running’s.
BUSINESS TO BUSINESS The UK B2B franchise market has seen significant growth in recent years. The sector covers a multitude of business services – from helping clients grow to reducing their costs – the market covers consultancy, marketing, internet and much more.
MANAGEMENT If you are a ‘people person’ and enjoy managing a team, this sector is one to consider. Management franchises come in all shapes and sizes; from children’s nurseries to training centres. Learn from a franchisor who has helped individuals reach independence by utilising their natural skills with people.
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LOW INVESTMENT Low-cost franchises are those that typically cost £15000 or less, in many instances the investment required is less than £5000. Attend this seminar to find out more about the opportunities available within this sector and the types of franchises within this market.
HOME BASED / FLEXIBLE WORKING This is a seminar for people who are looking for flexibility over high profits. Entrepreneurs and mumpreneurs who want to build a business to fit around their lifestyle. This is not to suggest that flexibility in working hours always means working part time, resulting in a part time income - you may work 50 hours a week, earning handsomely.
RETAIL / RESTAURANTS 10 years ago, if you asked a man on the street what a franchise was, the chances are he would give a fast food chain or a shop as an example. A franchised coffee brand will almost always draw a larger crowd to that of an independent coffee shop - find out how and why, learn the ins and outs of this profitable sector.
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HIGH INVESTMENT High investment suggests high rewards, making this sector extremely attractive to the ambitious franchisee. Many of the large multi-national corporates are in fact franchises. At this level in the franchising market, the potential for significant financial gain clearly exists.
CHILDREN / EDUCATION The services provided by franchises within this sector do not suffer from the vagaries of the economic climate. People will always pay for their children to be safely looked after whilst at work, or if their child requires additional help with their education. This seminar will provide you with market insight and the knowledge to choose, start and run a franchise within this sector.
HEALTH & FITNESS After a year of sport that the UK has never seen the likes of before, the health and fitness market is set to explode in 2013. And, as people become more body-aware, joining the gym or a fitness class will be a top priority. This session will cover everything you need to know about getting involved in the flourishing fitness industry.
HOSPITALITY If providing customer service is your speciality, then a franchise in hospitality could be your calling. The hospitality industry covers a large scale of the service sector from hotels to theme parks, opening a window of opportunity for anyone with experience in great customer service. 10 | THE FRANCHISE SHOW FEBRUARY 2013 www.thefranchiseshow.co.uk