THE UK’S PREMIUM LIVESTREAM PROGRAMME FOR FRANCHISEES & FRANCHISORS

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10th SEPT 2025 - 3:40PM

A special in-person edition of Elite Franchise Live, bringing the energy and insight of our usual virtual panels to the Ideas Fest stage. This interactive session brings together experienced franchisees, franchisors and sector experts to share real stories, tackle current challenges, and explore what it takes to grow a franchise in today’s landscape.

Set at Ideas Fest in Tring, Hertfordshire a bold, open-air business event designed for founders and innovators it’s the perfect environment for honest conversations, fresh thinking and unexpected connections. Franchising, live and unfiltered.

Elite Franchise Live is the UK’s premier content programme, bringing together aspiring franchisees, established franchisors, and industry experts. Whether you’re taking your first steps into franchising or looking to expand your network, our events provide invaluable insights and connections.

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JOIN 1000’S LIKE-MINDED INDIVIDUALS – gain real insight into Britain’s franchise community – make invaluable new connections

HIGH PROFILE SPEAKERS of entrepreneurial Britain and the UK franchise community

INTERACTIVE PROGRAMMES connect with thought leaders

EXCLUSIVE INDUSTRY INSIGHTS stay ahead with the latest trends, strategies, and success stories in franchising!

WHY ATTEND?

If you want to know what life is like running a franchise business this is the perfect opportunity to gain real insight into franchising and the challenges that are faced. Ask direct questions to our panel discussing key topics that relate to you. Find out if franchising is a potential option for you to consider as part of your future career.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Business owners & Business leaders
Proprietors
Potential Investors
Entrepreneurs
Franchisees & Franchisors
Franchise suppliers & Franchise consultants

EVENT HOST

JODIE MARSH

Jodie Marsh, Commercial Director at Elite Franchise and CEMG, is a driving force in UK franchising. With a strong background in business development and marketing, she’s known for a no-nonsense, results-focused approach. She leads key initiatives like the HSBC Elite Franchise Top 100 (EF100) Awards and is committed to empowering franchisors and franchisees through innovation and advocacy.

PANELLISTS

Hubs Bakshi

Franchisee, McDonald’s; MD Lansia Ltd

Katie Bullon

CEO and Franchisor, activ Marketing

Nasim Khan

Franchisee, Anytime Fitness, Gerrards Cross

Pip Wilkins QFP

CEO, British Franchise Association

Sarah Charles

Founder & CEO, Canopy Children’s Nursery Franchise & Fun Fest Franchising UK Ltds

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