Buying a franchise often began with a compelling dream. Freedom, flexibility, and the promise of running your own business with proven support. However, once the agreement was signed and the day-to-day began, the reality of franchise ownership could look very different.
This Elite Franchise Live panel brought together some of the most experienced voices in franchising to explore what it really took to succeed as a franchisee. Hosted by Jodie Marsh, the session offered honest insight into why what looked right on paper did not always translate in practice, and why mindset, purpose and personal fit were critical to long-term success.
Drawing on first-hand experience from franchisors, consultants, franchisees and global industry leaders, this session was designed to help prospective franchisees make better, more informed decisions before committing to franchise ownership.
This was not about selling the dream. It was about understanding the reality and deciding whether you were ready to run it.
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!
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.
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.
Chief Executive Officer for Caremark
Chief Executive Officer for Trafalgar Education
SVP Programmes and Operations for The IFA
Co Founder Franchise HQ
Franchisee – Chicken Cottage
