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Franchising Overseas / International Expansion Adrian’s address will draw on practical experiences and examples to focus on how groups have made millions of dollars in overseas marketing including: david nottage.jpg David is the 1996 World Champion of Public Speaking but more than that, he is passionate about inspiring people to be the very best they can be. As our MC for conference David will use his humour and wit to make this an experience to remember images.jpg
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Deb is a senior lecturer in the Faculty of Business & Economics at Auckland University and was part of the founding team for The Icehouse. She works with SMEs and businesses in the areas of team leadership development, strategy development and business growth. Flint-hartle.jpg What we want to know about the industry, how we are going to measure those aspects, how we have assured the answers given allow us to scope the industry in the ways we intend. Our preliminary work. The response. How we will be able to compare cross country results. George Yammouni 06.jpg George is the CEO of the Bathroom Werx Group (which includes Mend-A-Bathroom) - a national franchise system which specialises in bathroom renovations and Makeovers. Having started life as a franchisee in 1986, he acquired the Australian Franchise in 1988 and then began franchising in 1990. Bathroom Werx Franchisees renovate over 100 bathrooms per week around Australia for Customers, including the world's leading Hotel groups. JimCornish.jpg
Darwin: Theory or Award In 6 years Ecowash Mobile has grown into an international franchise system in 17 counties, establishing itself as the No.1 car washing franchise in the world and in the process adapting to a variety of economic conditions and cultures. When external pressure is applied businesses either fail or thrive - what makes the difference? wellington-mayor-kerry-prendergast.jpg Mayor of Wellington hutch01 A (2).JPG
Stories from the Near Future With insight and humour Mike’s presentation will explore the rapid rate of change in technology today, how everything changes, yet everything stays the same and how we can use our unique intelligence to solve every day problems. Photo Philip Morrison Small.JPG Organisation: Franchise Accountants Position: Director Philip Morrison has over 25 years of accounting, business and financial management experience. His passion is to empower people to succeed in their franchise business. Philip has built his accounting practice specialising in franchise businesses. A regular contributor of articles in various franchise publications and conference speaker. Ree-Anna Chatman.JPG Organisation: Franchise Relationships Institute Position: Operations Manager Ree-Anna has worked with of Australia’s leading franchisor brands in the review of their recruitment practices and assessment of franchisee satisfaction. She is a corporate psychologist and professional facilitator. New Image 1.JPG
Franchisees, Rob and Linley Parry are winners of the prestigious Golden Arch - McDonald’s ultimate international award. Only 34 restaurants from the 32,000 strong chain will receive this award in 2010. Rob will talk about how a part-time crew person became an owner, the training and benefits of the McDonald’s system and the relationship and support between Franchisee and Franchisor and how they were able to stand out form 7000 other McDonalds operators worldwide to win the Golden Arch award. DSCF4724sm.jpg Scott has been working with DavenportsHarbour for 3 years and a partner for 1 year. Scott has been providing strategic commercial advice to a wide range of businesses on all aspects of franchising with a particular focus on creating “bankable” franchise arrangements. New Image.JPG Organisation: bnz Position: Chief Operating Officer Prior to joining BNZ, Stephen was Executive General Manager Corporate Services and General Counsel for Downer EDI Limited, an ASX top 100 engineering services company. Previous senior roles with Downer include GM Organisation and Executive Development, GM Bitumen Supply Ltd and Executive GM Human Resources, Marketing, Legal Affairs and Procurement. Prior to Downer, his career spanned senior management consultant roles with Morgan & Banks New Zealand, and Watson Wyatt. Stephen was a co-founder and Director of The Swann Group New Zealand Ltd - a consulting firm specialising in succession transitions for SME owners. He is a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of New South Wales, a Barrister and Solicitor admitted to the High Court of New Zealand and a Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Picture1 smaller.GIF Organisation: bnz Position: Head or Research Stephen was appointed as BNZ’s Head of Market Economics in April 2001. He now carries the title of Head of Research. His previous employment included Chief Economist Deutsche Securities, Chief Economist BT Securities, Chief Economist Doyle Paterson Brown and Chief Economist Fay Richwhite. New Image 1.JPG
Steve Davis is currently the Retail Loss Prevention and Security Consultant to the NZRA and a number of other retail groups. He has 20 years of specialised industry experience in ‘shrinkage’ and theft/loss control New Image.JPG
PostNet was founded in 1993 and now has 850 franchises in 12 countries including USA, South Africa, South America and Australia. Steve Greenbaum will talk about his activities and involvement in franchising on a global scale and share his perspective on leadership, growing your business and brand in tough economic times and the impact of technology on franchising and best practices in franchising today. 1303MauriceWilliamson.jpg
Maurice Williamson has been the MP for Pakuranga since 1987 and is the Minister for Small Business, Minister for Customs, Minister for Building & Construction, Minister for Land Information and Minister of Statistics. Tony-Layker.jpg
How the hell did that happen? Tony is a combination of humour, inspiration and great business messages. Hear how, against all the odds, Laker House of Travel has become one of the largest travel comp anies in New Zealand. His presentation describes a no-nonsense, common-sense, roller coaster ride of adventure, controversy, intrigue and some great business ideas. traceysmall.JPG Organisation: Bloomtools Position: Director Renowned Internet expert and international keynote speaker, Tracey Voyce, is one of Australia's premier business educators, having worked in the media, trained business coaches, owned several businesses and spoken a multitude of events. These days, Tracey is a Director for a successful Software Development Company called Bloomtools, where she has focused her Internet and Marketing expertise into developing Internet solutions that assist businesses to maximise the power of the Internet, as well as grow their businesses. | RegistrationSelect Your Tickets |
