The Power of Franchising in New Zealand

Franchising is growing at a very fast rate in New Zealand. The last franchise survey in 2012 showed that there are approximately 446 business format franchises and all franchised businesses contribute over $21 billion to the New Zealand economy.

A prospective franchisor must protect its intellectual property and the key legal document is the franchise agreement. A prospective franchisee must do its homework and should always receive independent franchising legal advice and accounting advice.

The seminar will cover the following:

• Distinguish franchising from agency, distributors and licensing
• Definitions of franchisor and franchisee
• Types of IP protection
• Successful franchises
• Disclosure Document
• Franchise Agreement
• Different models of franchising
• International expansion
• Financial issues
• Danger signals

Presented by Stewart Germann FCIS
Partner, Stewart Germann Law Office

Stewart Germann is a Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand and specialises in franchising, licensing, sale and purchase of businesses and commercial law. With over 35 years' experience in franchising law, Stewart acts for many franchisors in New Zealand and overseas.

5.30pm registration, drinks & networking
6.00pm presentations
7.30pm close

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