Cocktail networking function in the Grand Hall Parliament. Hosted by Peseta Sam Lotu-liga, MP for Maungakeikei and Deputy Chairperson, Commerce Committee.
6.15pm - Gather in hotel lobbies
6.20pm - Coaches depart for Grand Hall
For security reasons, you must bring your personal invitation.
Dress: Smart casual
Optional
Friday, 30 July 2010
7:30 AM - 8:45 AMConference Registration - Arrival tea/coffee
There are six workshops from which you may choose two to attend.
Included
2:40 PM - 3:40 PMWorkshop 1 - Growing your system by creating bankable franchise arrangements.
In order for a franchise system to truly grow and succeed, the arrangements must be commercially “bankable” (ie solution oriented and bankable).
Lawyers have a tendency to create documents which might technically be very sound but, which in terms of being “commercially” sound, are deficient and therefore “un-bankable”.
We need to create fair commercial arrangements which a funder can “bank” comfortably and with confidence.
2:40 PM - 3:40 PMWorkshop 2 - Franchising and the Internet
We all know the value the internet brings businesses, but sometimes knowing the best direction specifically for you is the challenge. This incredibly packed presentation will answer many of your questions, give you insight and guidance in what you need to do. The workshop will include:
Examples/strategies used by franchisors to achieve results online including customer attraction, retention, referrals, franchise recruitment and management.
Businesses at each workshop will get a free one- on-one evaluation and strategy session.
2:40 PM - 3:40 PMWorkshop 3 - Adrian McFedries - Selecting countries based on Science Not Emotion
China, India, Australia, USA, Canada, UK where do I begin? Selecting the most appropriate countries for international expansion is one of the most important decisions which should not be based on emotion or anecdote.
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David McLeish - New Zealand Trade & Enterprise
International Franchising - NZTE Assistance NZTE has a range of customised service offerings supported by skilled and experienced client managers in NZ and 36 offices around the world which can assist franchise companies take their business internationally.
With tighter times, franchisors are seeking ways they can improve and tune their franchisee performance. This aim of this workshop is to:
Provide an overview on how franchisors can improve their systems through effective benchmarking.
Provide some exposure to trends in MIS systems that can generate the benchmarking.
Highlight how using management information systems (MIS) options within franchise systems can link franchisor strategy with operational performance of franchisees.
2:40 PM - 3:40 PMWorkshop 5 - Understanding a Best Practice Franchising Culture
Culture is “how we do things around here”. It not only influences people’s attitudes but also impacts behaviours and performance. A healthy franchise culture is one of the keys to success.
In this highly interactive workshop Ree-Anna will share with you the five key areas from the “Franchisor Wheel of Excellence” which together help you create a healthy franchising culture. You will then have the opportunity to workshop with each other; best practice ideas to improve your franchising culture.
2:40 PM - 3:40 PMWorkshop 6A - Shoplifting and shrinkage
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
With tighter times, franchisors are seeking ways they can improve and tune their franchisee performance. This aim of this workshop is to:
Provide an overview on how franchisors can improve their systems through effective benchmarking.
Provide some exposure to trends in MIS systems that can generate the benchmarking.
Highlight how using management information systems (MIS) options within franchise systems can link franchisor strategy with operational performance of franchisees.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PMWorkshop 5 - Understanding a Best Practice Franchising Culture
Culture is “how we do things around here”. It not only influences people’s attitudes but also impacts behaviours and performance. A healthy franchise culture is one of the keys to success.
In this highly interactive workshop Ree-Anna will share with you the five key areas from the “Franchisor Wheel of Excellence” which together help you create a healthy franchising culture. You will then have the opportunity to workshop with each other; best practice ideas to improve your franchising culture.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PMWorkshop 3 - Adrian McFedries - Selecting countries based on Science Not Emotion
China, India, Australia, USA, Canada, UK where do I begin? Selecting the most appropriate countries for international expansion is one of the most important decisions which should not be based on emotion or anecdote.
&
David McLeish - New Zealand Trade & Enterprise
International Franchising - NZTE Assistance NZTE has a range of customised service offerings supported by skilled and experienced client managers in NZ and 36 offices around the world which can assist franchise companies take their business internationally.
Optional
1:30 PM - 2:30 PMWorkshop 2 - Franchising and the Internet
We all know the value the internet brings businesses, but sometimes knowing the best direction specifically for you is the challenge. This incredibly packed presentation will answer many of your questions, give you insight and guidance in what you need to do. The workshop will include:
Examples/strategies used by franchisors to achieve results online including customer attraction, retention, referrals, franchise recruitment and management.
Businesses at each workshop will get a free one- on-one evaluation and strategy session.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PMWorkshop 1 - Growing your system by creating bankable franchise arrangements.
In order for a franchise system to truly grow and succeed, the arrangements must be commercially “bankable” (ie solution oriented and bankable).
Lawyers have a tendency to create documents which might technically be very sound but, which in terms of being “commercially” sound, are deficient and therefore “un-bankable”. We need to create fair commercial arrangements which a funder can “bank” comfortably and with confidence.
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
