80+ exhibitors | 40 Seminars | 2 days of business ideas, advice and opportunities

SHAPING THE FUTURE OF SMALL BUSINESS IN NEW ZEALAND

18-19 September 2026 | Due Drop Events Centre, Auckland, New Zealand

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FRANCHISE & SMALL BUSINESS EXPO 2026

18-19 SEPTEMBER 2026

DUE DROP EVENTS CENTRE, AUCKLAND

Meet the people, brands and ideas behind the future of small business.

The Expo for people serious about business. Whether you're growing what you have, buying something new, starting a business or figuring out your next move, the Franchise & Small Business Expo brings practical advice, new opportunities and valuable connections together in one place.

Over two days, meet franchise brands, business owners, advisers, suppliers and industry experts, and attend free presentations, workshops, networking events and panel discussions covering business ownership, growth, marketing, finance, technology, AI and operations.

18–19 September 2026 | Due Drop Events Centre, Auckland.

Free to attend. Registration required. Registrations are reviewed to maintain a focused business audience.

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THE EXPO

Meet more than 70 brands, suppliers, advisers, and business service providers. Explore opportunities, ask questions, compare options, and connect directly with the people who can help you start, buy, or grow a business.

WORKSHOPS & SEMINARS

Over two days, hear directly from business owners, franchisees, advisers, and industry experts through free practical workshops designed to help you evaluate opportunities, avoid costly mistakes, and make informed business decisions.

NETWORKING

Make valuable business connections throughout the Expo. Meet business owners, franchise brands, advisers, suppliers, speakers, and industry experts on the expo floor, in workshops, at Hosted Business Round Tables, and through our invitation-only networking function. Whether you're starting, buying, or growing a business, the right conversation could change your future.

Sally Knight

Franchise New Zealand

PATHWAYS WORKSHOP

Ankur Shrivastava

StratMate

ELEVATE WORKSHOP

Stu Lees

Potent.Marketing

ELEVATE WORKSHOP

Cass Cadorin

CanTicket

ELEVATE WORKSHOP