I went with 2 other lecturers & 2 groups of students to MATRADE Convention Centre (MECC)on 9th March 2011 for the opening of Francais Usahawan Muda 1 Malaysia organized by PNS (Perbadanan Nasional Berhad) with several other agencies. It was actually held for 2 days but we only went on the first day.
There were forum on the successful franchise businesses, which were moderated by *surprised2* my senior during good old UUM days...Prof Madya Dr Amy Azhar, and panels from franchisors & franchisees of several well-known franchise brands (Smart Reader, Focus Point, House of Healin, Acting Coach & McDonald's). The overall emcee of the day was Nazrul Idrus, which people quickly relate to Sazzy Falak..yess folks, he's her hubby. It seems that his company was appointed to handle the whole affair..i guess so.
As i am very into this type of business (cuma duit ajer yang takde), the topic was very intrigued indeed. They discussed on the advantages of franchise, what it takes to become good franchisees, the opportunities and also their experiences in dealing with this business...its too long and complicated if i were to jot down everything here.
For those who are interested in becoming franchisees but short of financial resources, worry no more...PNS is offering 5 types of financing to those who are interested aka "Skim Biaya Francais". You need to have a "Sdn Bhd" company and ready to pay at least 10% of the whole franchise expenses.
To cut everything short, the trip was beneficial and worthwhile as:
1. I've never been to MECC before
2. I love going to franchise exhibitions or seminars
3. You get free brochures of the franchisors involved in the exhibition
4. Goodiebags & free lunch were given to the audience
Bunting...
Registration...
Hey..that's us!
Birdview of the stage
Me, Cik Dilla & Pn Zaiton among the spectatorssyamariz note:
go to http://www.mfa.org.my (malaysian franchise association) if ur into franchise & would like to get as many info as u can..
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