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Visit the UK's flagship franchise exhibition
Discover how you can run your own business with the support of an established brand
The National Franchise Exhibition, NEC, Birmingham 5 - 6 Oct 2018
Quality, accredited franchise brands
Our exclusive partnership with the British Franchise Association (bfa) ensures that all exhibiting brands have been through an accreditation process and demonstrated that they operate a viable and ethical business model. We are the only franchise exhibitions that can offer this assurance!
The exhibitor list will be released shortly.
Over 60 free seminars
A two-day seminar programme covering the fundamentals of franchising. Whether you are looking to invest in a franchise, or you are considering franchising a business, don't miss your opportunity to learn from the experts during a packed programme of presentations, workshops and Q&A sessions.
The timetable will be released shortly.
McDonald's Insight Sessions
Attend a comprehensive presentation on the McDonald's recruitment process and find out what it's like to become a
Finance Clinic
Get one-to-one advice on your business plan at the Finance Clinic from the experts at Franchise Finance. Book an appointment and get free advice on raising finance.
Bookings will be live shortly.
Careers Clinic
Want to talk through your career options with an expert? Free, one-to-one consultations are available with Personal Career Management.
Bookings will be live shortly.
bfa Franchising Seminars
Get essential advice from a panel of industry experts including lawyers, financial experts, consultants and representatives from the bfa to help you kick-start your franchise journey.
Motivational Keynote Speakers
Inspiring entrepreneurs and founders of the latest business start-up successes will share the secrets of their growth at the Growing Your Own Business Conference.
Keynotes will be released shortly.
Real Franchise Stories
Attend a panel session where you can put your questions to a selection of franchisees from exhibiting brands. Find out why they chose to invest in a franchise and what they have learnt along the way.
High-level Investment Franchising
Discover why certain franchise opportunities require a substantial investment and find out more about maximising your returns during focused panel sessions and seminars.
Low-cost Opportunities
If you wish to invest a lower level of your own capital in a business, explore these brands.
Vehicle-based Showcase
Owning a vehicle-based franchise is a great way to escape the constraints of office life. Take your work-life into your own hands.
Professional Advisers
Free expert advice and consultancy is available from professionals with extensive experience in the industry, as well as those with backgrounds in law, finance and consultancy.
A full list of professional advisers will be released shortly.
Growing Your Own Business
Not sure how key business trends will affect your business? Keep ahead of the crowd by taking advantage of free skills workshops, support and business start-up advice.
A full timetable will be released shortly.
Matched Meetings Service
Our dedicated matched meetings co-ordinator will be happy to help you book private meetings with franchisors on site.
Children's Activity Centre
Enjoy a fun-filled session of arts and crafts with your
McDonald's INSIGHT Sessions at The Franchise Exhibitions
McDonald's Insight Sessions at The Franchise Exhibitions.
Meet the McDonald's team and find out what it is like to be a
At McDonald’s, we believe choosing the right franchisees to be part of the McDonald’s system is a key factor in our success as a brand. Our franchisees come from all walks of life, but the main thing they all share is a drive for putting the customer at the heart of all they do and a passion for success. We’ve been franchising in the UK for 30 years and with 1,260 UK restaurants, millions of customers are served, jobs are created and opportunities provided to local people and businesses. A lot of that is down to the hard work of our franchisees: the people who believe in our brand enough to take on their own slice of it.
We’re always looking for hands-on, ambitious people who are ready to make a long-term commitment to our business.
For us, it’s about placing responsibility for the day-to-day operations of our restaurants in capable hands, working collaboratively to grow together. For you, it’s a unique opportunity to take charge of a business that has behind it a brand trusted by customers, proven, sophisticated systems, and an excellent framework of support. It’s an opportunity to realise your goals, work with your team to be part of your local community at the same time as fulfilling your ambitions.
McDonald's will be holding a Franchisee Recruitment Insight Session exclusively at The Franchise Exhibitions. Meet with McDonald's staff and gain a unique insight into being part of one of the world's biggest brands. Learn more about their first-class franchisee training programme - and find out if becoming a McDonald's
Reserve your seat at the McDonald's Insight Sessions at The National Franchise Exhibition | 5 & 6 October | NEC, Birmingham
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Book tickets to the bfa-accredited Franchise Exhibitions
Registration for The National Franchise Exhibition will open shortly.
Fill out the form below to receive an email when registration is open. Alternatively, call the Franchise Hotline on +44(0)20 8394 5294 and speak to one of the team.
Tickets are valid for the entire event and are free online.
Thanks! You will receive an email as soon as registration is open.
DIrections and opening times
Opening times:
Friday 5 October | 10:00 - 17:00
Saturday 6 October | 10:00 - 16:00
Hall 3
National Exhibition Centre (NEC)
Birmingham
B40 1NT
Click here for NEC directions, parking information and a map of the venue. Call NEC, Birmingham T: +44 (0)121 780 4141.
Thinking of travelling up from London? Visitors can get 25% off their rail fare with Virgin Trains from London Euston direct to the NEC (Birmingham International) in just over an hour! Click here.
Ticket prices:Tickets will be free of charge if you book them in advance by clicking here.
If you wish to attend on the day and do not book in advance, tickets will cost £15 on the door, unless a discount offer code is presented at the exhibition entrance.
FREE tickets can be booked online up until the close of the exhibition.
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Accommodation:To reserve accommodation please contact our official booking agents Ellis Salsby on +44 (0)1562 829 939 or visit www.ellis-salsby.co.uk.
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