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Franchising plays an important role in economic development acting as a catalyst for the generation of new jobs and the production of new products and services. While American franchises were hit by the recession, franchisors are increasingly opting to look overseas for new business opportunities. Ireland is home to over 100 American franchises and counting ... and here are some great chances for your
In good and in bad times Franchising plays an important role in economic development acting as a catalyst for the generation of new jobs and the production of new products and services. While American franchises were hit by the recession, franchisors are increasingly opting to look overseas for new business opportunities.
Ireland is home to over 100 American franchises and counting ... and here are some great chances for your clients to make contact with companies that are looking to enter the Irish market. Looking to home first ...
Irish Franchise Show - February 19 - 20
The Ulster Bank Irish Franchise Association Expo will take place in Croke Park on February 19 - 20. Go along to meet with experts in the franchising community and find out more about both master franchise and franchisee opportunities that are currently on offer in the Irish market.
Also, keep a look out for the special franchising supplement that will be published in the Sunday Business Post this Sunday. Check out the MFV Franchise Show in London February 12th and 13th A number of American franchises will be in London this weekend but you dont have to go to London to meet with the companies ... instead we can arrange introductions for your clients through our easy to use virtual matchmaking system, note that some of these companies already have operations in Ireland so there are mixed prospects here for both master and franchisee opportunities.
Further afield we are once again supporting the International Franchise Expo April 9th to 11th in Washington DC - your clients can meet exhibitors at the show and visit franchise operations in different locations around the U.S. to experience them first hand. If they register directly through our office, we can offer prearranged meetings, discounts off symposia and on-site matchmaking assistance together with international networking opportunities. The U.S. Commercial Service is committed to bringing new franchise opportunities to the Irish market in 2010. You or your clients may contact me directly at 01-667-4753 for information on any of the above shows.
Identifying potential master licensees is not an easy task so thank you for helping us to promote these franchise opportunities through your client networks. If you would like to plan a targeted franchise opportunities campaign using your website, newsletters etc., we would be glad to provide you with information in your preferred design,format.
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