THE UK’S PREMIUM LIVESTREAM PROGRAMME FOR FRANCHISEES & FRANCHISORS

Buying the Dream? Ready to Run the Reality?

17th April 2026 - Live from the International Franchise Show

SPONSORED BY: Stagecoach & Caremark

Buying a franchise often begins with a compelling dream. Freedom, flexibility, and the promise of running your own business with proven support. However, once the agreement is signed and the day-to-day begins, the reality of franchise ownership can look very different.

This Elite Franchise Live panel brings together some of the most experienced voices in franchising to explore what it really takes to succeed as a franchisee. Hosted by Jodie Marsh, the session offers honest insight into why what looks right on paper does not always translate in practice, and why mindset, purpose and personal fit are critical to long-term success.

Drawing on first-hand experience from franchisors, consultants, franchisees and global industry leaders, this session is designed to help prospective franchisees make better, more informed decisions before committing to franchise ownership.

This is not about selling the dream. It is about understanding the reality and deciding whether you are 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!

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

David Glover

Chief Executive Officer for Caremark 

Lisa Stead

Chief Executive Officer for Trafalgar Education

Alan Catlett CFE

SVP Programmes and Operations for The IFA

Tim Morris

Co Founder Franchise HQ

Salman Niazi

Franchisee – Chicken Cottage

REGISTER

  • FREE on-demand access to the full Elite Franchise Live programme. To attend the live, In-person panel at The International Franchise show please register to attend
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  • FREE copy of HSBC Elite Franchise TOP 100 Franchises annual guide *rrp £12 at participating retailers

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