There’s no lack of entrepreneurial spirit in SA, but start-ups and small businesses need skills, social capital and a supportive environment in order to succeed. It’s a popular misconception that funding is the biggest hurdle in the way of small business success: in fact, knowledge and networks may be more important. This is according to small business experts and members of the Small Business Expo expert advisory board, speaking ahead of South Africa’s premier small business development platform – Small Business Expo 2018. The expo, taking place from 6 - 8 September at the TicketPro Dome is an annual opportunity showcase and knowledge-sharing platform for local small and medium sized businesses, is presented by Reed Exhibitions in partnership with the Eskom Development Foundation. It is further supported by the Randburg Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and Minara Chamber of Commerce; endorsed by the Black Management Forum (BMF) and approved by AAXO. According to Langa Manqele...

If you’re considering entering the potentially lucrative franchise business, get to the Full on Franchising Theatre at #BuyaBusiness expo 2016 find out everything you need to know about franchises. Buying a franchise is an exciting opportunity to build your new business on the back of an established brand. But not all franchise models are the same, and not all opportunities are all they appear to be. At the #BuyaBusiness expo 2016, prospective entrepreneurs will discover hundreds of business opportunities, including many top franchise opportunities. To help prospective franchise owners understand the various franchise models, important strategic considerations and the laws regulating franchises, SA Franchise Warehouse will present in-depth Franchising 101 Workshop in the Full on Franchise Theatre. These information sessions will run throughout the three days of the expo. Kobus Oosthuizen Kobus Oosthuizen, Founder & MD at SA Franchise Warehouse, says: “Many people don’t ...

Proudly hosted by SA Franchise Warehouse Registration NOW OPEN! Register now to attend this 1 day Full on Franchising Theatre workshop to learn the basics of franchising and understand the benefits and challenges. Programme topics will include: Franchising 101 Evaluating a Franchise Legalities in franchising Funding a Franchise Date: 8, 9& 10 September 2016 Times: 10h00 -15h30 daily Venue: #BuyaBusiness Expo, Ticketpro Dome, Northriding Delegate Fee: R 295.00 per person Workshop Fee includes: Access to a 1 day workshop Light finger lunch & refreshments Complimentary access to the #BuyaBusiness Expo 1 x Event online matchmaking diary profile to schedule meetings at the event with franchising opportunities Visit www.BuyaBusinessExpo.co.za or http://www.thebereed.co.za/buyabusinessexpo/full-on-franchising-2/  for more information and to register.

Ticketpro Dome #BuyaBusiness Expo 8 – 10 September 2016 Ticketpro Dome, Johannesburg The #BuyaBusiness Expo is an annual exhibition held at the Ticketpro Dome from 8th-10th September 2016. This expo connects entrepreneurs and investors who are looking to grow, diversify or enter into business ownership with one of the many business and franchise opportunities available at the show. Among the highlights of the #BuyaBusiness Expo will be: Business Speed Dating sessions An all-new Investors club for high profile investors and business partners Networking Circles Full on Franchising Theatre brought to you by SA Franchise Warehouse Online Business Matchmaking The fast-growing international Get In The Ring entrepreneurship challenge Wealth Masterclasses The Chat Room networking lounge and internet café The #BuyaBusiness Expo & Small Business Expo will take place concurrently at the TicketPro dome from 8-10 September 2016. For further information visit www.BuyaBusinessEx...