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UPLIFTING, UPSKILLING, UNITING WITH FANZ
The stage is set for learning and connecting at this year’s National Franchise Conference at Mercury Baypark, Tauranga 26-28 July
Leaders in franchising from across Aotearoa and the world will descend on the Bay of Plenty in July at the National Franchise Conference.
An impressive line-up of speakers and workshops is confirmed for the ConnectXperience 2024 event, including an opening Franchising Group Genius Session: ‘Using collaboration to harness the collective intelligence of our sector’, led by renowned franchise psychologist Greg Nathan.
Among other highlights, a CEO panel discussion facilitated by Dr Callum Floyd of Franchize Consultants will explore trending issues key to the future of franchising, while keynote speaker and US-based International Franchise Association Chair-Elect, Mary Kennedy, will run an interactive session on what leaders must do daily to lead their organisations to sustained and strong growth. Mary is CEO of BNI, formerly COO of Neighborly, one of the world’s largest home services companies.
International Franchise Association General Counsel, Sarah Davies will discuss how Global Franchising is Thriving Despite Increased Regulatory Interference, while FANZ board member Darryl King will share an overview on New Zealand’s franchising landscape, sharing wins and goals from the FANZ advocacy team.
A health and safety huddle has been added to the programme, and round table sessions will include topics such as Legal, Finance, HR, Operations, Franchise Development and Marketing.
Find out more at https://conference.franchiseassociation.org.nz/
And the winner is...?
Calling FANZ members: have you got a franchisee that has excelled in customer engagement, a field manager who goes above and beyond, or a franchisee doing great in their community? Has your franchise system got a winning marketing campaign? Do you feel your franchise system is worthy of this year’s Supreme Franchise System of the Year Award?
FANZ is looking forward to hosting the 2024 Westpac Franchise Awards at the Cordis Hotel, Auckland on Saturday 9 November. Get your registrations in now and be a part of it!
Visit https://awards.franchiseassociation.org.nz/ to enter or find out more.
ASSK Sessions
FANZ members can benefit from rich layers of learning, as affiliates share specialised knowledge.
In late May, FANZ held an ASSK session with Nicola Tiffen and Nicky Robertson of Duncan Cotterill, to educate and update members on the recent AEWV changes relevant to franchising.
Do you have a topic you would like to share or want to know more about? Email Stevie: stevie@franchise.org.nz
AEWV breakthrough
The Ministry of Immigration has been keeping FANZ in the loop on all developments regarding the Accredited Employer Work Visa updates. The franchisee accreditation category is to be removed. (see page 16)
The Minister for Immigration, Erica Stanford MP, signalled in April that the franchisee accreditation category would be disestablished this year, following Cabinet decisions. She cited that this was due to a lack of compelling evidence to suggest franchisee employers are more likely to be non-compliant and in need of additional accreditation requirements.
It was announced in mid-May that this change will come into effect from 16 June this year.
Franchisee employers will instead be able to hold either standard, high-volume, or controlling third party employment accreditation, depending on their circumstances.
In its announcement, the ministry said, ‘This change will reduce costs for franchisee employers and put them on an even footing with other businesses operating in the same industry.’
Franchising New Zealand 2024 survey
Researchers at Massey University have launched the fifth Franchising New Zealand 2024 survey, sending out invitations to franchisors across the country. Professor Jonathan Elms, Pro Vice-Chancellor and Dean at Massey Business School says that completing the survey is one of the most significant contributions that franchisors can make to the New Zealand franchising sector.
The results of the survey will be released later this year, providing a timely update to the previous survey figures released in 2021.
The Franchise Association encourages all franchise systems in New Zealand to participate in this important national research – contact FANZ urgently if you have not received an invitation and they will ensure that Massey University sends the survey to you.
Massey University’s Franchising New Zealand 2024 survey is made possible with the support of FANZ, Westpac, Franchize Consultants, Stewart Germann Law Office, Iridium Partners, Nexia NZ, Laser Plumbing and Electrical, Exceed and Franchise New Zealand.
Affiliate Training
Stay up to date with the latest FANZ affiliate training sessions. New content is added regularly at www.franchiseassociation.org.nz/franchise-trainings
New faces, warm welcome
FANZ is pleased to welcome two new members:
• Pro Waterblasting
• OneTeam Chartered Accountants
The Franchise Association has been the voice of franchising in New Zealand since 1996. It operates a self-regulatory framework which protects franchisees and franchisors alike and provides members with the credibility that comes from its Code of Practice. Franchise buyers are encouraged to check whether the opportunity they are considering is a member of the Franchise Association.
Dates for your diary
14 June National Awards registrations close
8 July National Awards entry submissions close
28-30 July Tauranga National Franchise Conference
9 November Auckland Westpac New Zealand Franchise Awards
The event calendar is regularly updated, so for the latest details of what’s on around the country, visit the Franchise Association website at www.franchiseassociation.org.nz
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