World Franchise Associates Announces Keynote Speakers for 4th Dubai International Franchise Forum

March 27, 2013 - PRLog -- World Franchise Associates has announced the line-up of keynote speakers for its forthcoming International Franchise Forum to be held in Dubai on 23rd and 24th April 2013. The list of prominent industry presenters includes:-

Mr Yousif Abdulghani : Head of McDonald’s, Middle East  

Mr Mark Koprowski : Regional Director for the Middle East & Russia, Marks & Spencer

Mr Hamdi Osman : Former Senior VP for Fedex in Europe, the Middle East, India and Africa  

Mr Hani Kafafi : Chief Executive Officer, Al Houda Hotels & Tourism, Kuwait

Mr Stuart Nielsen : Director of Restaurants, GQ Bar, Tatler Club and Vogue Café, Conde Nast.  

Ms Cherryh Butler : Editor of Fast Casual discussing ‘Fast Casual and the Future’

Kit Brinkley, Forum Director for WFA commented ‘Our distinguished keynote speakers bring years of franchising expertise to the table, providing invaluable insights to potential investors seeking advice on strategies to create a successful franchise brand’.  

WFA is also delighted to announce the attendance of several additional brands seeking investors across the GCC including Planet Hollywood, Earl of Sandwich, Bucca di Beppa, Le Verger Shop, Chocolate and Chocolate, Crepe Delicious/Froshberg.

Kit Brinkley continued ‘The International Franchise Forum in Dubai presents an ideal opportunity for serious investors wishing to add to their portfolio or for those seeking to build a successful network across the region. Many of  the brands represented are new to the international franchise markets’.  

The International Franchise Forum will take place in the luxurious surroundings of the Grosvenor House Hotel which lies in the heart of Dubai Marina.  Franchising professionals and investors who are interested in attending the event can contact WFA directly or register their interest via the World Franchise Associates website. Delegate numbers are limited to 125 so that early registration is recommended.

In 2012, World Franchise Associates secured country and area development agreements for 17 brands in 68 markets

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