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Attend The Franchise and Small Business Expo to connect with franchise brands, business brokers, and the suppliers behind business performance.
2 Days | 100 + Exhibitors & Franchise Brands | 40 free Workshops & Seminars
If you are exploring business ownership or an established operator looking to improve performance — this is where you will find your next step.
The Franchise and Small Business Expo is delivered in association with FANZ (Franchise New Zealand) and media parter Franchise New Zealand Magazine.
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Pathways Workshops & Meet ups
It's Your Business!
At the Franchise & Small Business Expo, you can explore a range of opportunities — from franchise systems and established businesses for sale through to the suppliers and advisors who support them.
Across two days, you’ll hear directly from experienced operators, advisors, and industry professionals.
Free workshops cover the practical aspects of stepping into business ownership, including due diligence, understanding costs and commitments, selecting the right business model, and what it takes to operate successfully.
This is not a passive environment. You can ask questions, compare options, and have direct conversations with the people behind the opportunities.
Whether you’re considering a change or actively evaluating your next move, the Expo provides a clear and structured way to explore business ownership.
REGISTER TO ATTEND
What's On
NextWork Stage
Strategic sessions on leadership, growth, and the future of business.
Networking Sessions
Structured and informal opportunities to connect with brands and have real conversations.
Pathways Stage
For those exploring business ownership, franchising, or acquisition.
EXPO
Meet exhibitors, explore solutions, and take your next step.
Elevator Stage
Practical tools and ideas to improve performance, systems, and growth.
Meetings
Access experienced operators, advisors, and industry professionals. Request an introduction to a speaker or exhibitor and we’ll connect you.
Exhibitor Packs & Floorplan
Exhibiting Info
New Speaker and Exhibitor Highlights
Newsletter
Have one-on-one conversations with people who work with businesses every day and can offer practical, experience-based guidance.
Learn how digital tools and AI solutions are being used to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and support better decision-making.
Drop into individual sessions, spend time on the expo floor, or focus on specific topics that matter most to you.
Connect with other business people through informal meet-ups and networking opportunities designed to encourage genuine conversation, shared experience, and practical connections.
Drop into individual sessions, spend time on the expo floor, or focus on specific topics that matter most to you.
Connect with other business people through informal meet-ups and networking opportunities designed to encourage genuine conversation, shared experience, and practical connections.
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Due Drop Events Centre, Auckland, NZ
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The Franchise & Small Business Expo is produced by Rachel Hobbs-Price and Matt Reilly, both with more than 30 years’ experience creating and delivering successful trade shows and business events across New Zealand and Australia.Together, they bring deep expertise in exhibitor-led events, audience development, content strategy, and operational delivery, with a shared focus on building practical, high-quality platforms that deliver real value for exhibitors and attendees alike.
The Franchise & Small Business Expo is Presented in association with the Franchise Association of New Zealand (FANZ)
"FANZ is excited to support the first dedicated franchising expo in many years and to champion franchising as a fantastic business model that helps thousands of Kiwis step into business ownership each year. As the trusted voice of New Zealand franchising, FANZ upholds high standards of ethics, professionalism, and industry best practice—providing confidence and credibility for anyone exploring franchise opportunities.”
Katrina King, FANZ CEO
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