TICKETS

WHY ATTEND?

Are you thinking about starting a business or looking at buying a franchise?

Or already running a business and looking for new ideas, better systems, or ways to grow?

The NZ Franchise & Small Business Expo brings together the people, businesses, ideas and opportunities that can help you make better decisions about your future. Whether you're exploring business ownership for the first time or looking to strengthen an existing business, you'll find practical information, real-world experiences, and people who understand the challenges of running a business in New Zealand.

Tickets are free, but all attendees must register to attend. Fill in the registration form below.

IT'S YOUR BUSINESS!

At the Expo you can:

  1. Explore franchise and business opportunities
  2. Discover products and services designed for small business
  3. Attend practical workshops and presentations
  4. Learn from business owners and industry experts
  5. Compare different options side-by-side
  6. Ask questions and get advice face-to-face
  7. Meet potential suppliers, partners and advisers
  8. Stay up to date with business trends, technology and innovation

ELEVATE

Elevate Workshops are designed for people already running a business. Through practical sessions led by experienced operators and industry experts, you'll gain ideas, tools, and strategies to improve sales, marketing, customer experience, operations, productivity, and business performance.

Register to attend and start planning your Expo experience with early access to exhibitor and speaker updates, workshops, networking opportunities, and event news.

PATHWAYS

Pathways is designed for people exploring business ownership. Learn about starting a business, buying an existing business, investing in a franchise, funding options, due diligence, and the realities of becoming your own boss.

You will also hear from people who have done it and gain practical insights to help you make informed decisions.

Register now to secure your place and stay informed as we release new speakers, agenda updates, workshops, and exhibitor announcements.

NEXTWORK

NextWork explores the trends, ideas, and changes shaping the future of business. Hear from entrepreneurs, business leaders, innovators, and industry experts discussing technology, AI, leadership, customer behaviour, the economy, and the opportunities and challenges facing businesses in a rapidly changing world.

Register to attend and receive updates as new speakers, workshops, exhibitors, and networking opportunities are announced.

Whether you’re improving an existing business or exploring your next step, you’ll have direct access to suppliers, practical sessions, and real conversations that move you forward.

You’ll gain:

  • practical ideas to improve performance and operations
  • direct access to suppliers and service providers
  • insight into finance, systems, people, and growth
  • clarity around your next business move

Registration is now open. All visitors must register to attend.