2019 BDA Franchise Finance Australia WA State Franchising Conference a HUGE success

Thank you to all who attended our BDA Franchise Finance Australia WA State Franchising Conference on Tuesday, 18 June 2019 at Beaumonde on the Point – it was a fantastic day!!

Mark Fernandez at the 2019 BDA WA State Franchising Conference

The conference was all about ‘What winning looks like’. It was an event which brought together the WA franchising community for a day of learning and networking. 

We had some stand out speakers this year and we extend a big thank you to each one for sharing their wonderful insights, expertise and stories. 

We would also like to thank all of our sponsors – Franchise Finance Australia, Walker Wayland WA, Symons & Co Legal, Whiteroom Finance, Intuit Quickbooks, Family Business Australia, Concise Digital, Applecross Snap, Print & Design and Viva Photography, for your support in making the day possible.

Throughout the day there was a variety of topics covered and everyone came away from the day inspired, energised and with a few new contacts. 

Take a look at some of the photos from the conference:

  • Platnium Sponsors, Franchise Finance Australia (L-R): Dan Toms, Peter Dohnt, Leigh Johnston
  • Speaker: Mr Yaz Mubarakia MLA, Member for Jandakot
  • Speaker: Jim Penman, founder of Jim’s Group
  • Speaker: Natalie Brennan, GM of Muffin Break
  • Speaker: Pia Engstom, Director HR Dept Western Suburbs Perth
  • Speaker: Joe Lazzara, Principal LSV Borrello Lawyers
  • Door prize presentation (L-R): Mark Fernandez, Natalie Brennan, Pia Engstrom
  • Speakers: Vanessa Wilmot, Director Geotech Information Services & Dean McAskil, Property Consultant BDA
  • Speaker: Michelle Draper, State Manager WA & SA Oporto
  • Door prize presentation (L-R): Chris White, Mark Fernandez, Kate Groom

Thank you to our 2019 BDA Franchise Finance Australia WA State Franchising Conference sponsors:

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Testimonials

What our clients say about us.

  • "A quick one to say thanks for Tuesday night. I thought it was a great venue, great atmosphere and a bunch of knowledgeable and colourful business people. Hats off mate!" 

    Chris WalkerWriter & Editor, Wordfox

  • "Mark has extensive franchising and business experience and combines this knowledge with great enthusiasm and drive. He is a brilliant person for bouncing ideas around and always brings creativity and a fresh perspective to the table. Would recommend Mark for his wide ranging abilities in policy, strategy, industry knowledge and innovative thinking."

    Jackie DihmOwner, FitChips

  • "Mark and I always seem to catch up at just about franchising event around the country. He is deeply immersed in the business community and is a great source of help and advice when required. He is exceptionally knowledgeable and a really nice guy who is always a pleasure to catch up with."

    James ScurrManaging Director, Cashflow It

  • "Mark brings a sense of energy and positivity to everyone he meets. I have total trust in him as a fellow consultant, and together we are able to get great outcomes for a client we jointly work with. He has an instinctive understanding of how businesses work, and is able to bring structure and systems which enable businesses to replicate and grow. He is comfortable working with financials, whilst his greatest strength is probably his insight into people. Mark is supportive and encouraging, yet not afraid to be honest and forthright when required. I look forward to working with Mark on future projects."

    Jayne GriffithsHR Director, My Hr Adviser

  • " I must say you put things in a way that made me understand things and I really got lots from our session and plan to be making changes in the future. I look forward to the next steps in our meetings." 

    Sandy AndersonManaging Director, Spruce Ups

  • " On behalf of Legalwise Seminars, we wanted to thank you for chairing our Franchise Law seminar. We are extremely appreciative of your significant contribution. Overall, the feedback received from the seminar has been excellent and we are delighted with the outcome." 

    Sintija DobrotinsekProgram Manager, Legalwise

  • " Mark has an extensive franchise consulting and business development practise in WA and beyond, and is an active contributor to the franchising industry through his membership of the Franchise Council of Australia WA Chapter Committee. Mark is a diligent and hard working adviser and he generously shares the benefits of his knowledge and experience with others for the betterment of franchising as a whole. Amongst Mark's outstanding qualities as an adviser are his willingness to rigorously pursue improvement and challenge the status quo, and to be honest and direct in his advice."

    Veronica JumeauxPartner, HWL Ebsworth