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Organisers report high interest in franchising seminars and workshops
Dubai - The 7th World Franchise Forum & Expo in Dubai has created additional space at the Dubai venue to accommodate higher demand from franchise brands, an indication of the growing interest in franchising in the Middle East.
The World Franchise Forum and Expo, organised by World Franchise Associates (WFA), will be held on April 14 and 15, 2015, at the Grosvenor House Hotel, Dubai Marina. The opportunities for investors to meet franchisors within a comprehensive program of in-depth seminars and workshops make this particular event a 'must attend' for those serious about franchising, according to Kit Brinkley, WFA's Director of Events.
A key focus of the event will be a segment entitled "Inspiring Women in Franchising" (IWIF), headed by Ms Mona Ataya, Founder of retail empire Mumzworld. Other VIP speakers include Tim Kanaly of Bakers Square, USA; Richard Bergfors of MAX Burger, Sweden; Steve Grover of Steak n Shake, USA; Harish Babla from Global Masters, Singapore; Fayez Al Nusari of Mandilicious, UAE and Gabriela Asquith from MO4 Network (UAE).
Abdul Samad Al Qurashi, the renowned Saudi producer of Arabian perfumes, has confirmed its support as a platinum sponsor. According to Kit Brinkley, another new sponsor this year will be Flip Out from Australia, while Shake n Steak (USA) has confirmed its support to all WFA events to build on their extraordinary success in the Middle East.
Sary Hamway, Director of World Franchise Associates commented: "The new format of our in-depth franchise seminars, workshops and presentations offers unbeatable value for delegates as well as franchisors. It's the perfect platform to do business".
Franchise Brands participating in the event include Acumen Sport (Argentina), Bakers Square (USA), BrainFit Studio (Singapore), Bakeria (UAE), Barbecue Garden (UAE), Bedashing Beauty Lounge (UAE), Black Orchid Interiors (UK), Buca di Beppo (USA), Caffe Arabica (UAE), Buffalo Ranch (Kuwait); California Tortilla (Qatar), Canton (KSA), Cinnabon (USA), Coffee Aroma (Australia), Deer & Dear (Kuwait), Dreambody Centre (Bahrain), DESITA (Italy), Doculand (Lebanon), Doner Deli (UAE), Dulce Café (S Africa), Earl of Sandwich (USA), EMARAT (UAE), FASTSIGNS USA, Fresh & Healthy Brands - Pure (Canada), Fresh Plus (UAE), Fuddruckers (USA), Floridita (Canada), GRILLiT (USA), Gold's Gym (USA), Has Doner Kebab (The Netherlands), ICONS Worldwide (UAE), IZEL(Canada), Jungle Juice (UAE) , KRIS KROS (UAE), Kyozon (Canada), LeSoie (Belgium), L'Atelier D'Argentine (Canada), Mashakeek (UAE), Max Hamburger (Sweden), NYF (USA), Planet Hollywood (USA), PappaRoti (UAE), PapaPingo Café (UAE), Potato Hut (UAE), Reflex (UAE), Roma Way (KSA), Salad Boutique (Kuwait), Shakespeare & Co (UAE), Sizzler House (KSA), Sherpa Kids International (Australia), Snap Fitness (USA), Steak 'n Shake (USA), TacoBar (Sweden), Tako Hut (KSA), The Kase (Singapore), The Kebab Shop (UAE), United Trademark & Patent Services (UAE), Vice Versa International (UAE), Wall Street English (KSA), Wok In A Box (Australia), Yam Yam To Go (The Netherlands), 800Pizza (UAE) and many more.
Franchise professionals and investors interested in attending the 7th World Franchise Forum and Expo Franchise can register on this link: http://www.worldfranchiseassociates.com/dubai/world-franchise-forum-attend.html
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World Franchise Associates (WFA) is an international franchise development, marketing and media company working with franchisors to expand their businesses internationally. WFA also advises and assists international franchise buyers looking to acquire the best franchised business brands. WFA is a member of the International Franchise Association and National Restaurant Association and founders of the Middle East & North Africa Franchise Association (MENAFA).
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