The British Franchise Exhibition

The North West will come alive with business opportunities at The British Franchise Exhibition at the G-MEX in Manchester on Friday 26 and Saturday 27 January, when a wide range of franchisors, expert advisors and a superb seminar programme will all be under one roof, providing the perfect place to find out all there is to know about franchising.

The British Franchise Exhibition is aimed at aspiring entrepreneurs looking to start and run their own franchised business. Visitors to the show will meet with an array of well-established franchised companies and can assess the benefits of running their own business as part of an established franchise brand.

More than 80 companies will be exhibiting at the show providing a superb opportunity to discuss the pros and cons of a particular business face-to-face with franchisors. Exhibitors confirmed for the event include: Agency Express, Antal International, Apollo Window Blinds, Auditel, Chips Away, Dublcheck, Go Kart Party, Hunters Lasertech, Quiznos, SureSlim, Threshers, Unze, Wimpy and Your Move to name but a few.

All exhibitors present whether members of the association or not have been accredited by the British Franchise Association (bfa), whose members abide by the bfa code of ethics and have all proven to be viable enterprises.

In addition, there will be experts from the bfa, bankers, accountants and solicitors to help with every key issue from raising finance to legal contracts.

bfa seminars
Each day there will be seminars for those thinking of buying a franchise and also for business owners thinking of expanding by franchising.

A series of high-profile speakers from the UK franchise industry, including the British Franchise Association (bfa) will be on hand to offer expert tips and advice on how to become a successful franchisee or franchisor. These include seminars titled:

íAn introduction to franchisingí, for prospective franchisees
íHow to franchise your businessí, for prospective franchisors.

Franchise Match-Making Zone
A new feature for The British Franchise Exhibition Manchester in 2007 is the Franchise Match-Making Zone, which has been especially created to help match visitors to their desired businesses.

Visitors will be presented with a list of the most suitable franchise options for them and a bespoke route around the exhibition. This will be based on information they provide such as their potential level of investment and categories of business in which they are interested.

The Growing Your Own Business Exhibition and Conference
The Growing Your Own Business Exhibition and Conference profiles companies that offer small business advice and can help take established businesses to the next stage. The showcase will be supported by free seminars, providing practical advice and information on all aspects of growing a business. Speakers include leading advisors, consultants and successful entrepreneurs who will provide case studies and success stories.

To register for The British Franchise Exhibition in Manchester incorporating the Growing Your Own Exhibition and Conference call 0870 777 1082

Event details
Event: The British Franchise Exhibition
Venue: G-Mex Centre, Manchester
Dates: Friday 26 and Saturday 27 January 2005
Hours: 10:00 ñ 17:00 on Friday and 10:00 ñ 16:00 on Saturday

The British Franchise Exhibition, incorporating the Growing Your Own Business Exhibition and Conference ñ G-MEX, Manchester, 26 and 27 January 2007

The British and International Franchise Exhibition, incorporating the Growing Your Own Business Exhibition and Conference - Olympia, London, 23 and 24 March 2007

The Franchise Exhibition, incorporating Growing Your Own Business Showcase and Conference - Odyssey Arena, Belfast 11 and 12 May 2007

The British Franchise Exhibition, incorporating the Growing your Own Business Showcase and Conference ñ SECC, Glasgow, 8 and 9 June 2007

The National Franchise Exhibition, incorporating Growing Your Own Business Exhibition and Conference - NEC, Birmingham 5 and 6 October 2007.

The Irish Franchise Exhibition, incorporating the Growing your Own Business Showcase and Conference ñ RDS, Dublin 23-24 November 2007

Directions to the G-Mex Centre

By Train
You could arrive at any of the following:

Manchester Piccadilly Station
Manchester Victoria Station
Manchester Oxford Road Station
Deansgate Station

All are within a few minutes of the G-Mex Centre.

By Metrolink
From Piccadilly or Victoria Rail Stations: take the tram in the direction of Altrincham or Cornbrook. Alight at G-Mex. Cross over the tram track and you will see the G-Mex Centre (the back of) just ahead of you.

By Car
There are ample car parking facilities adjacent to the Centre. The entrance for car parking to the G-Mex Centre is via a ramp on Albion Street.