What is the Franchise Council of
Australia?
The Franchise Council of Australia is the industry representative body for the
Australian franchise sector. We represent franchisors, franchisees and suppliers
to the sector – including financial institutions, legal advisors, bookkeepers,
IT consultants, HR consultants and many more.
Whether we are offering advice on best practice franchising, contributing to
government policies, promoting franchising in the media or providing educational
services to our members, the FCA does its part to make the sector a sustainable
place to work.
What FCA membership means is credibility – which is maintained through
our member standards and the Franchising Code of Conduct; professional
support – through education programs, networking opportunities and regular
events; and representation - if the government proposes changes to policy
that will negatively affect the sector then the FCA puts its hand up for you.
How can membership to the FCA assist your business?
Communications
- FCA Update – informative monthly e-newsletter informing you of the issues
affecting the sector and updates on FCA related activities;
- The Franchise Review – quarterly publication containing news, issues and
commentary aimed to increase your knowledge base and inform the decision making
processes of senior management within the sector;
Education
- The FCA Franchise Academy will equip those people developing a career in
Franchising with the skills and knowledge vital for their success and the
continuing success of the sector. Members receive a discount on all education
programs.
Government Lobbying
- The FCA coordinates member feedback for the compilation and representation of
submissions to government on relevant franchising issues.
Regular industry events
- Breakfasts, lunches and dinners in all states provide networking opportunities
and guest speakers from some of the countries biggest and most influential
business people.
FCA Branding
- FCA membership enables you to use the FCA logo and brand in your marketing
activities. The member standards ensure that the FCA brand is perceived as a
mark of credibility and professional excellence.
Website Advertising
- Advertising on www.franchisebusiness.com.au gives you access over 78,000
potential franchisees and existing franchisors on Australia’s premier franchise
website.
MYOB Excellence in Franchising Awards
- The pre-eminent franchising Awards process in Australia. The MYOB Excellence in
Franchising Awards is open to franchisors, franchisees and suppliers to the
sector and will give you the opportunity to showcase your products, services and
people on the national stage.
Conferences & Exhibitions
- The FCA holds annual state and national conferences which are the largest of
their kind in the Southern Hemisphere. The conferences include exhibitions,
guest speakers, roundtables, plus much more. Members save 30% on their
conference registration fees.
Public Relations
- The FCA undertakes public relations activities to continually reiterate the
positive aspects off franchising, and to create a public image of franchising
conducive to its continued growth in Australia.
A Voice in your Association
- All members have equal voting rights and all members are eligible to become
committee members or office bearers of state chapters, as well as direct
election to the national board. Only FCA members have an effective say in the
future of franchising in Australia.
How to enquire about membership?
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