Franchise Expo Paris 2025: The Must-Attend French Event for Future Entrepreneurs

Franchise Expo Paris: The World’s Largest Franchise Exhibition

Franchise Expo Paris: A Globally Recognised Event

Franchise Expo Paris has established itself as the leading global event dedicated to franchise entrepreneurship, as **Sylvie Gaudy **explains: “We will welcome nearly 600 exhibitors, including 500 franchise brands. This is the largest representation of exhibitors I have seen, not only in Asia and Europe but also across the Americas.”

The event also stands out for its international reach:

We are hosting over 120 franchise brands from 25 different countries. Our Italian neighbours, who are always loyal attendees, will be strongly represented […], along with exhibitors from the United States, Brazil, Canada, and Taiwan. We also expect more than 1,700 international visitors from 75 countries.

Franchise Expo Paris further strengthens its global presence with the Master Franchise Summit, an exclusive event for French and international investors looking to develop new franchise concepts in their markets.

An Unrivalled Diversity of Sectors

One of the key advantages of Franchise Expo Paris compared to other franchise exhibitions worldwide is its wide range of industries.

“In France, franchising spans across all business sectors,” says Sylvie Gaudy. She contrasts this with other international events, where franchising is mainly dominated by food service and personal services, while the retail sector is far less represented. - Retail franchises account for 42% of exhibitors at Franchise Expo Paris. - Over 100 new brands will be exhibiting in 2025, making this edition particularly exciting for discovering fresh concepts and opportunities.

What’s New at Franchise Expo Paris 2025?

Meet and Speak: One-to-One Discussions with Franchisees

“The idea behind this initiative is to connect aspiring franchisees with existing franchisees who have already been through the business creation process—from selecting a brand to launching and securing a location,” explains Sylvie Gaudy. “They can answer all the key questions that potential franchisees might have.”

A Dedicated Student Day to Inspire Young Entrepreneurs

Can you be young, have limited funds, and still start a business? “Absolutely! Becoming an entrepreneur doesn’t mean you need 20 years of experience. Young people can start their own businesses, and we have many success stories of visitors who attended the exhibition and have since become franchisees or even franchisors after validating their concept at the show.”

Monday is officially designated as Student Day, open to students from all academic backgrounds. “The aim is to introduce students to the world of business through franchising and show them the opportunities available.”

Conferences and Practical Workshops to Support Entrepreneurs

Franchising is a great way to change careers, start a business, or create your own job. Not only does it provide a proven business model, brand recognition, and ongoing support, but Franchise Expo Paris also offers a wide range of content specifically designed to guide new business owners.

“We have a comprehensive programme of conferences and workshops dedicated to entrepreneurs—not just in franchising,” Topics include: - What financial aid is available for starting a business? - How do you create a business plan? - How can you secure funding for your project? - Who can help you build your business?

New for 2025: Coaching sessions, where participants can present their business ideas to a panel of experts and receive constructive feedback.

Ready to take the next step in your business journey?

How to attend: Simply register online to get your free entry badge

Dates & opening time Saturday, 15th to Sunday, 16th 2025: 9:30am to 7pm Monday, 17th March 2025: 9:30am to 6pm

Location Paris Expo Porte de Versailles (Pavilion 1) 1 Place de la Porte de Versailles, 75015 Paris, France