World Franchise Forum 2024

Embrace the Global Franchise Vision at the World Franchise Forum

The World Franchise Forum (WFF) stands as a beacon for franchising innovation, drawing together the brightest minds and brand leaders worldwide to delve into the evolving landscape of franchising. This unparalleled gathering explores the intersection of business, policy, technology, and society, offering insights into current trends and future trajectories.

At WFF, like-minded business leaders converge alongside trailblazing brands, collectively shaping the future of the industry. With over 50 of the sharpest minds in global franchising and 250+ of Asia's foremost franchise thinkers, investors, and forecasters gathering at the 20th International Franchise & Retail Show on 18th & 19th May 2024 at Yashobhoomi, (IICC), New Delhi, India. WFF promises a transformative day of Franchise Impact.

From enlightening keynotes and engaging panel discussions to immersive master classes, exhibitions, and networking opportunities, WFF offers a comprehensive experience that will revolutionize your approach to franchise business for years to come. THINK BIG, THINK GLOBAL, and join us at the forefront of franchising innovation

WFF is more than just a conference; it's about forging connections that can fuel your business growth.

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NETWORK, LEARN AND COLLABORATE WITH FRANCHISE LEADERS

WFF transcends a quintessential conference; it's a platform for cultivating connections that ignite business expansion. Envision the boundless opportunities for networking, knowledge acquisition, and collaboration as you engage with industry trailblazers boasting a track record of sustainable success for franchisors and franchisees alike.
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WHO ATTENDS
- Franchisors, Franchisees, Owners, Executives, and Members of the Senior Management Team
- VPs of franchising, Directors of Franchising, and other Franchise Development Executives
- VPs of Finance, Chief financial officers, Treasurers, Controllers and Directors of Franchise Organizations
- Franchise Financing Banks & Financial Institutions, Private and Public Equity Investors, Dealmakers, Attorneys, Consultants, and Intermediaries
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KEY TAKEAWAYS

Connect. Learn. Grow

Foster Global Perspectives

Gain a comprehensive understanding of the global trends and opportunities in multi-unit & master franchising. Identify potential markets, assess risks, and make informed strategic decisions for scalability profusion. Get guidance for helping businesses build better, stronger, larger and more profitable multi-unit franchise organizations.

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Build Relationships & Associates

Networking is the key. Connect with like-minded professionals, industry leaders, and potential business partners from around the world. Gain unmatched learning as global franchise business leaders & representatives convene at this conference. Attendees anticipated across the varied spectrum of industries as business experts, master franchisors, and service providers, decision makers from around the world.

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Learn Best Practices

Get valuable insights into thriving master franchise models, marketing strategies, legal considerations, training and support systems, and more. Gain hands on experience from real-life case studies, industry experts, and peers, to progress business strategies and operations.

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New-age trends and developments

Discover digital marketing & operational strategies from peers to level up and strengthen both your master franchise business enterprises and consumer offerings. Digital age franchise communication also faces new challenges and opportunities that require adaptation and innovation. Explore some of the most common ones and how to overcome or leverage them

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Click bulk deals

Network with over 50+ funding companies for Raising Investment for your Business growth. Click Bulk Real estate deals with leading Malls and prime Property Owners for your Brands.

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Previous Speakers

Sh. Rajiv Pratap Rudy

Hon'ble Minister of State, Ministry of Skill Devel. & Entrepreneurship

Shiv Shivakumar

Chairman & CEO, PepsiCo India

Andy Williams

President - Global Franchise, PepsiCo

Gaurav Marya

Chairman, Franchise India

Samudra Bhattacharya

VP & GM, India Franchise Commercial Unit, PepsiCo

Rod Young

Chairman, DC strategy, Australia

Ritu Marya

Editor-in-Chief, Franchise India

Vasanth Kumar

Executive Director, Max Retail

Suchitra Rajendra

VP & Head HR, PepsiCo India

Vijay Thadani

Co-Founder, Vice Chairman, MD NIIT Ltd.

K B Kachru

Chairman Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, South Asia

Om Manchanda

CEO, Lal Path Labs

SESSION HIGHLIGHTS

Macro and Micro Franchising Trends Globally That Are Impacting Business: Macro and micro franchising trends globally refer to the overarching and nuanced shifts occurring in the franchising industry that impact businesses on both large-scale and small-scale levels.

Enabling and Managing for Success after International Opening: Introduction to International Expansion Success Factors, key considerations and challenges when expanding internationally, including cultural differences, regulatory requirements, and market entry strategies.

Litigation or Dispute Resolution - Unwinding a Joint Venture: Unwinding a joint venture combines both business and legal issues and options. It will focus on the most important issues and related best practices for franchisors who find themselves having to unwind a joint venture.

Navigating the AI Revolution: Transforming Franchise Businesses for the Future: AI Success Stories and Best Practices: Industry experts and AI practitioners to share their experiences, case studies, and best practices for successfully integrating AI into franchise businesses and driving sustainable growth in the digital age.

Supply Chain Challenges and Their Impact on International Franchising: As brands continue to struggle with supply chain challenges it has become difficult to supply franchisees with key products without interruption and manage product prices. This forum will discuss current supply chain challenges and how franchisors are managing these challenges with their international franchise network.

International Franchising in Uncertain Times: Franchising has faced the recent challenges, what steps can be taken by the relevant stakeholders to better allocate the risks going forward.

Key steps for rapidly scaling up multi-unit operation: A detailed strategy on How & When to ramp up growth from 100 to 500 franchise partners.

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