Point Franchise is Exhibiting at the International Franchise Show!
Becky Martin, writer
Point Franchise
Point Franchise is an integrated web platform with a unique, geo-localised search engine, that assists franchisees in finding businesses that are currently franchising and developing in specific areas of the UK. The powerful relationship management platform boosts franchise recruitment strategy and encourages quality leads that have been examined by Point Franchise’s expert team. The franchise directory does all the hard work and helps franchisors to be seen by a wide audience and expose their brand on its innovative, simple web platform in order to grab the attention of potential franchisees and entrepreneurs. There are currently 228 franchises in 165 sectors and 1,152 cities available through Point Franchise.
The franchisor profile section gives franchisees an insight into what each business has to offer, and the platform’s powerful tools, including, step-by-step guides to financing and legal advice, make finding the prefect franchise as easy as possible.
It displays both active franchise opportunities, as well as franchises that aren’t currently franchising - listings are kept fresh to ensure that franchisees are up-to-speed with the latest opportunities. The franchise directory is divided into specific industry sectors, so it is easier for potential franchisees who are looking to invest into a certain industry. That being said, Point Franchise is more than just a directory, it also provides the latest industry news and articles detailing recent franchise activity.
There are countless advantages of starting a franchise in the UK. You can be your own boss - be flexible around your family to develop a more positive work-life balance and forget about the dreaded commute to and from the office. Also, you can run your own business with a limited risk, following a tried and tested business model, benefitting from an established brand, and with training provided by the franchise management team – you aren’t thrown in at the deep end. Not to mention that a staggering 97 percent of franchisee-run units in the UK are profitable. It can be an exciting career change, as it is often possible to start a franchise in a field in which you have little or no previous experience. Also, benefitting from the business’ existing reputation will make securing funding for your franchise a lot easier.
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Some of the most dynamic sectors in the franchise industry are business, cosmetics, home care, kitchens, restaurants, fast food, retail, jewellery, coffee shops and perfume. There is even a listing for van-based franchises, which indicates that the directory caters for everyone out there. So, any man with a van who is hoping to invest can find the best opportunities quickly and simply. The top five most popular UK cities for franchise opportunities are Aberdeen, Belfast, Birmingham, Brighton and Bristol. The directory also categorises franchises in terms of the investment cost, starting from low-cost franchises under £2,000, to franchises with an investment exceeding £200,000.
International Franchise Show in London
The International Franchise Show in London is the leading franchise exhibition in the UK, and an unmissable event for savvy entrepreneurs and business owners hoping to find out more about the most exciting franchise opportunities from across the globe. Thousands of visitors will get access to seminars, one-to-one expert advice, interactive activities and much more.
With such an impressive exhibitor line-up and comprehensive conference schedule, there is scope to discover franchises in the UK and from overseas, as well as information on anything from how to be a great networker, to master franchise operations, to franchises in the business management, fitness, food and drink, finance, communication, retail, technology, fashion, beauty and merchandising sectors. With such an extensive seminar schedule, finding the relevant information could not be easier. Seminar topics include the legalities and logistics of investing in a franchise and the steps you need to take to franchise your own business.
Exhibiting at the event is one of the most productive and valuable opportunities for franchise owners, who get the chance to exhibit their business in front of an audience of over 10,000. Exhibitors include Vue Training, Esquires Coffee and Lloyds Bank.
Come and Talk to Us!
We are extremely excited to have partnered with The International Franchise Show for 2019, set to take over the Excel, London this April 5th and 6th! The event is free to attend and brings together Britain’s biggest selection of UK-based and international franchise opportunities.
We would love to see you at the show, where we will be on hand to answer any questions and queries you have, offer advice, and meet with the rest of the Point Franchise Network! Alongside us will be a further 180 British and International Franchisors, making this the biggest International Franchise Show to date – in celebration of its 10th anniversary this year!
Your free ticket will also give you access to this year’s world-class speaker line-up, with 80+ seminars covering everything from successfully expanding your business through franchising, to the ‘A to Zs’ of buying a franchise, and strategic brand building through entertainment to the pros & cons of choosing the right franchise for you.
There will also be an area dedicated to Headline Supporter - Google Digital Garage at the event, featuring interactive workshops led by an expert Google Digital Garage trainer. There is no better opportunity to brush up on your social media and digital advertising strategies than from Google themselves!
Becky Martin, writer