After witnessing seven successful seasons of flagship show, Franchise India organised its eighth annual Franchise India 2010 on 11th and 12th December at Hotel Ashok in New Delhi in association with RE/MAX India. With over 300 international and Indian brands, 25,000 business buyers, and unique business and financial solutions, one word that summed up the show was ‘Opportunities’.
Whether one was looking to expand his franchise network in Indian market, collaborate with International business concepts, take concepts internationally or supply to the franchise, retail and small business community, the Franchise India Exposition proved to be the biggest business spectacle that offered enormous opportunities in franchising, retailing, entrepreneurship and licensing. The prominent brands that participated were RE/MAX, Videocon, Cartridge World, Prestige, Eurokids, Brainworks, Maharishi Ayurveda, Kwality Walls, Next, Gitanjali Jewels, Nokia Tej, Aloha, Aptech, Veta, IIAS School of Management, New Zealand Natural, Helen O’ Grady, Chabbra 555, Fresh & Naturelle Ice Creams, Presto Stamps, Carz Spa, Little Bee, Chocolate Room, Sunshine Kebabs, Go Chaatz, Fashion & You, I Play I Learn, La Mode, Cartridge Express, Everonn, Centre For Management, Lucky Clover, Fruitshop, Sporty Beans, Travo, Promise, Champion, Cocoberry and many more.
A combination of opportunity and knowledge was packed in all-inclusive conference programme on the subject matter of small business franchise, retail, real estate, and brand licensing. Structured in a well rounded Entrepreneurship Summit, Brand Licensing 2010 Conference, Franchise Knowledge Series, and Retail Knowledge Series, the forum addressed multiple key issues pertaining to business growth and evolution. The gathering included established national and international experts who imparted their ideas and shared vast experience. The forum brought together over 100 eminent speakers including over 30 international speakers like Michelle Minierai (Bradford Licensing LLC) Rod Young (DC Strategy Australia), Paulo Cesar (Global Franchise, Brazil), Jonathan Chad (Leathes Prior Solicitors, UK), Severin Zhilinskis (UAB Advanced Advice, Luthania), Kit Brinkley (World Franchise Associates, UK), Martin Vrochstrein (LIMA) amongst many others.
While concluding the event, Gaurav Marya, President, Franchise India said, “We, at Franchise India are plagued with the response this year from the industry. The event has over the years successfully produced fantastic results for exhibitors, potential franchisees, visitors, speakers and the entire franchise industry – and that is what makes this event, so valuable. This year estimated trade post show is expected to cross an impressive figure of INR 130 crore within three months.”