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The bfa Annual 2 day Conference is back for 2021! Over the last 18 months, our position as the “Trusted Partner In Franchising” has become more important than ever, and we are proud to have been able to support so many businesses throughout the challenging time. This conference is a chance for the franchising community to come together at long last, and celebrate our individual achievements, networking and learning together.
The agenda is full of incredible speakers and sessions, covering a variety of current franchising topics and themes. Like many businesses, we have gone through numerous changes over the last year and are delighted to showcase our innovation and dedication to being the voice of ethical franchising. Don’t miss out, book before 16th November to secure your ticket!
For any other ticket enquiries, please contact event@thebfa.org
Full Package
£550.00+VAT
Franchisors & Affiliates
– includes: 2 day conference,
awards and accommodation
Accommodation Only
£133.00+VAT
Accommodation only for the
evening of 30th November
Franchisee Full Package
£295.00+VAT
Franchisees
– includes: day 1 conference,
awards and accommodation
09.00 General Registration – Coffee & Networking
Your Opportunity To Meet Other Attendees And Network With Industry Peers
09.30 Your Trusted Partner In Franchising
Pip Wilkins QFP, CEO, bfa
10.00 Best Franchise Awards
Pip Wilkins QFP, CEO, bfa & Steven Frost, CEO, WorkBuzz
Presentation Of The 2021 WorkBuzz Awards
10.20 Networking Coffee Break
10.50 Concurrent Sessions
The real story: ‘winning tactics for today’s market’
Dan Archer, Visiting Angels & Lucy Archer, Rev PR
Business Evolution: ‘The Future Of Innovation’
Josh Valman, Founder & CEO Of RPD International
Franchising Zone 1: ‘Planning For Success’
Carl Reader, D&T
Franchising Zone 2: ‘Considerations For Multi-Unit Expansion’
Ruth Brown & Catharine Chalton, Home Instead
Franchising Zone 3: ‘Marketing For Growth’
Naomi Eaton, Agency Express
11.50 From Disruption To Innovation: ‘Learn With The Best’
Hosted By Pip Wilkins QFP, CEO, bfa
The Panel Will Explore The Rapid Birth Of A ‘New Normal’. Covid-19 Has Been Adding Momentum To Various Innovations That Were
In The Pipeline Before 2020. Will The Future Of Our Businesses Continue To Be Reshaped Through This Digital Transformation?
12.30 Networking Buffet Lunch
13.30 Olympic Performance In The Workplace
Steve Backley OBE, Paul Mallinson And Roger Black MBE
An Interactive Session Drawing Upon The Experience Of Two Of Great Britain’s Finest Olympic Athletes. The Session Will Cover The
Power Of A Vision, Alignment, Collaboration And Creating A Strong Team Culture.
15.00 Networking Coffee Break
15.25 Concurrent Sessions
The Real Story: ‘The Evolution Of Your Brand’
Natasha Laws, Water Babies
Business Evolution: ‘The Everchanging Social Media Minefield’
Andrew Davis, Social Media Strategist
Franchising Zone 1: ‘The Changing Face Of Support’
Simon Bartholomew, Oscars Pet Foods
Franchising Zone 2: ‘Developing Your Business Brand’
Suzie Mccafferty, Platinum Wave
Franchising Zone 3: ‘A Win-Win way to increase network profits’
Chris Roberts, Chantry UK TBC
16.25 Keynote Speaker
Tim Campbell MBE, First Winner, The Apprentice.
Tim Confronts The Negative Mentality Head On, Arguing That Opportunities Will Always Exist For
Those With Confidence, Good Planning, Perseverance, And The Ability To Build Relationships. He
Believes That Everyone Should Have The Mindset Of An Entrepreneur.
09.30 Coffee & Networking
09.55 Welcome To Day Two
10.00 The Big Debate – Legal Open Mic
Chaired By Pip Wilkins QFP, CEO, Bfa
Legal Professionals Fight To Take The Stage And Share (In Small Bite Size Chunks) The Top Legal Issues Franchising Businesses In Our
Sector. No Formal Agenda But Everything You Need To Know.
11.05 Networking Coffee Break
11.30 Concurrent Sessions
The Real Story: ‘Putting Data At The Heart Of Your Network’
Theo Millward, Swimtime
Business Evolution: ‘Developing Your Business For The Future’
Charlie Lawson – Unnatural Networker
Franchising Zone 1: ‘Effective Financial Management’
Paul Hansen, Hitachi Franchise Finance
Franchising Zone 2: ‘Overcoming Adversity Together’
Neil Randall, Anytime Fitness With Franchisee
Franchising Zone 3: ‘Getting Your Marketing Mix Right’
Coconut Creatives
12.30 Keynote Speaker
Linda Moir
Linda speaks about the culture of a customer-focused organisation and how change can be implemented to the benefit of the business and individual employees. She looks at how organisations can change, and how leaders play their part.
13:15 Summary & Closing Address
13.30 Lunch And Close
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