Franchise Council of Australia secures Prime Minister

In a coup that demonstrates the clout of the $80 billion franchising sector, the Franchise Council of Australia was successful in securing Prime Minister John Howard for a major address to delegates at the recent National Franchise Convention. The PM received a standing ovation from a business community regulated by his government, which has proven to be the most successful small business sector in Australia.

Not to be outdone, the next morning Leader of the Opposition, Kim Beazley, also addressed over 600 delegates.

Beazley’s speech at the National Convention Centre discussed Australia’s unsustainable foreign debt, encouraging the expansion of enterprise culture through franchising as a central solution to this problem.

Beazley acknowledged that franchise businesses and the franchise industry are an important sector of the Australian economy.

“Continuing support from Australia's political leaders is crucial, particularly in keeping the economy strong and stable, and assisting with business law structures to ensure small business gets a fair go in the marketplace,” he said.

Franchise Council of Australia CEO, Richard Evans, noted that it was significant that the franchise community had come to Canberra and attracted the political leaders to speak.

“The Federal Opposition has specifically targeted entrepreneurs as a support base for the next election and we welcome their ongoing interest,” Evans said.

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