Exhibitors Overview

FLAsia 2008 is an international trade exhibition earmarked to be one of the most significant channels for introducing new business concepts into Asia and a springboard for budding local and regional companies to expand into the global markets!

The cost of prospecting for reliable franchisees or licensees, especially across borders has greatly escalated today. Therefore, it is vital to select an avenue that will enable you to meet these prospects face-to-face, in one location and at a competitive cost -- FLAsia 2008!

FLAsia 2008 is THE place to be if you are interested in expanding your proven business concept on a regional or international level. A wealth of business opportunities from potential investors and entrepreneurs awaits you at FLAsia 2008!

FRANCHISING 

According to a report by Ecademy Asia Pacific, the annual revenue from Asia’s franchise markets are growing at over US$50 billion annually, and annual revenue will grow at over US$100 billion annually within five years. 

In view of such encouraging statistics, FLAsia is set to attract like-minded potential investors, entrepreneurs and industry players for the meeting of proven business concepts, ideas and funds in cosmopolitan Singapore - an ideal springboard for business expansion into Asia.  Such vibrant enterprise ecosystem will no doubt fuel interaction and growth for business and networking opportunities. 

LICENSING 

Encompassing also the licensing aspect, FLAsia 2008 will cater to a wider pool of companies' expansion initiatives. Leveraging on its strong intellectual property (IP) protection and legal infrastructure, Singapore is an ideal location for businesses to explore and seek out new IP and business opportunities in the diverse regional market of Asia. 

Reputed as a secure and vigilant IP hub, Singapore recognises the maximum value of the intellectual property, with its abundant expertise, comprehensive infrastructure, platform and environment for brands, technologies and ideas' creation, protection and exploitation. 

Feature and promote new properties and licensing-related services right here at FLAsia 2008 as it steers towards the focus of edging companies'  proven trade and commerce practices.

Extensive Publicity Assured

Besides various media and publications, Franchising & Licensing Asia 2007 garnered positive coverage from Singapore media like Channel U, Channel NewsAsia, The Straits Times, Business Times, TODAY, Lianhe Zaobao and various radio stations, to name a few. 

Exposure from overseas include trade publications/media like Franchising World (India), Franchise E-Mag (Australia), Info Franchise Indonesia Magazine (Indonesia), etc. 

Not forgetting to mention, our other comprehensive promotional activities include – 

§       Print & Web advertisements
§       Show website
§       Telemarketing campaign
§       E-marketing campaign
§       Direct marketing campaign
§       Show Preview
§       Public relations
§       Overseas promotional trips

Programmes specially lined-up for exhibitors include:

Hot-Match 
All eyes will be on you as you deliver presentations on your business franchising models and licensing properties. Especially for exhibitors, this channel allows for delivering of sales pitches in pragmatic way to a substantial crowd, thus saving valuable management time while reaching out to the right target audience. A hugely beneficial aftermath awaits! 

e-Match 
Exhibit in FLAsia 2008 and you will get to be part of the Business Matching Programme, a complimentary service offered to exhibitors of FLAsia 2008 as it brings you on the forefront to being closer to potential franchisees, licensees and keen investors – all even before the show starts! An added value, e-Match allows exhibitors and interested parties to inch closer by having the contact point which facilitates for possible business linkage. This prelude to FLAsia 2008 ups the success rate of your participating objectives as you stand a greater chance to gain quality leads which allows for more productive networking opportunities during the show itself.

Networking Nite 
Build better rapport and forge closer ties with industry players at yet another channel lined up at FLAsia 2008. An evening dedicated to recognising the cream of the crop in the industry, FLA Award Gala Dinner brings together attendees for a beneficial time of networking, interaction and connection.