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Franchise New Zealand Spring 2024 Year 33 Issue 03
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On the back of an exhilarating
National Franchise Conference in
July, the Franchise Association of New
Zealand team is rested and raring to
go this spring...
AND EXPERIENCES
CONNECTIONS, EXPERTS
National Franchise Conference
ConnectXperience 2024 round-up
Opening this year’s National Franchise Conference, psychologist
Greg Nathan set the tone for ConnectXperience, inviting thought and
connection from the offset at the Bay of Plenty event.
Among the many stand-out keynote addresses, US-based international
speaker Mary Kennedy Thompson was a popular highlight. Mary
captivated the audience at Mercury Baypark with the story of her
personal journey into franchising, her varied past - including her time
in the US Marine Corps. Her expert take on leading through change and
uncertainty engaged delegates at all stages of leadership.
A rich mix of presentations, panels, sessions, round tables and
networking sessions provided something for everyone. The Trade
Exhibition zone was abuzz, attracting strong attendance from familiar
and new businesses, all ready to support the franchise community.
Entertaining elements were added by a Star Trek-styled introduction
involving FANZ Chair Brad Jacobs, CEO Robyn Pickerill, and event MC
Robert Mignault. The outer space theme was continued via on-table
props and ongoing references throughout the July 28-30 conference.
A networking night sponsored by
Bunnings Trade gave guests the
chance to extend conversations into
the evening of day one. On day two,
a networking dinner sponsored by
Paramount Services – complete with
musical entertainment in a theatre
setting – wowed diners and provided
plenty to discuss on the final day.
Newcomers to the world of franchising
and national conferences were quick
to express their appreciation for the
level of learning on offer, and the warm
welcome they received from exhibitors
and fellow delegates.
Franchise Association News
Keynote speaker
Mary Kennedy Thompson
with Stewart Germann,
international speaker sponsor
Beam us up! FANZ Chair Brad Jacobs, centre, with
event MC Robert Mignault and FANZ CEO Robyn Pickerill