Franchise Connect: Meet, Learn Grow

Franchising Growth & Connections | Melbourne | Actionable finance, legal, HR & tech insights for franchisors & franchisees!
About this Event

Date: Thursday, 15th October
Location: lyf Melbourne-Elizabeth (489 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000)
Ticket Price: $25 pp

About the Event

Franchising: Growth and Connections is a focused, practical evening designed specifically for people navigating the franchise sector. Whether you are looking to buy your first business or you are an established franchisor looking to support your network, this event is built to deliver real connections and actionable strategies.

We have skipped the long-winded corporate presentations; this evening is structured around direct insights, peer networking, and specialist advice to help you scale safely.

Who This Event Is For

• Prospective Franchisees: Individuals looking to enter the franchise sector with clarity, confidence, and a structured roadmap.
• Established Franchisors: Owners looking for additional support systems, reliable industry connections, and better growth resources for their current franchisees.
• Franchise Professionals: Anyone looking to expand their B2B network within the Victorian franchise ecosystem.

Actionable Insights You Will Gain

• Financing Your Franchise: Clear pathways to secure capital; understanding how lenders assess franchise applications; how to fund your expansion.
• The Legal Landscape: Navigating the essential legal structures behind franchising; protecting your brand; managing compliance.
• People & Growth: Practical strategies to manage, train, and retain your team while growing the business.
• Tech & Data Protection: Simple, critical steps to protect your technology, customer databases, and digital assets from security risks.

Venue & Parking Details

• The Venue: Hosted at the modern, vibrant lyf Melbourne-Elizabeth in the heart of the CBD.
• Public Transport: We are located right near Queen Victoria Market at the top of Elizabeth Street. It is a 1 minute walk from the #7 stop of Tram 2, 3, 6, 16 or 76 or at the top of Elizabeth Street or a 5 minute walk from the new State Library Train Station (exit onto Franklin St).
• Alternatively a 10 minute walk from Flagstaff Train Station or stop #9 of Tram 58 is the closest off William St.
• Parking: The Queen Victoria Market has an Undercover Car Park opposite the outdoor carpark at the top of Queen St. QVM Undercover Carpark - 452 Queen St (For quick and easy parking and payment, download the QVM Parking app from the App Store or Google Play)

What Your $25 Ticket Includes

• Direct access to legal, financial, operational, and technology specialists.
• Structured networking opportunities with active franchisors and prospective owners.
• Light refreshments and food throughout the evening.