BDA Franchise Forum – Breakfast Series
BDA Franchise Forum – Breakfast Series
BDA is proud to present the most experienced lenders to the Franchise Industry. Our panel consists of Tony Cotter – Director of Franchising of ANZ Bank and Chris White – Director of Whiteroom Finance, and will be moderated by Mark Fernandez – Director of BDA.
This is an interactive session wherein you can ask any questions you like to our special guests! Yes that’s right, any question as the ‘CHATHAMHOUSE-RULES’ will apply for our session.
PANELISTS:
Chris White
Managing Director – Whiteroom Finance
Chris has over 20 years financial services industry experience, including regional banking management, retail and commercial lending, private banking, asset finance, debt management, and state government roles. He’s a passionate advocate for client needs and of the importance of relationships, both personal and professional.
Tony Cotter
National Franchise Portfolio Lead – ANZ Commercial Banking
Tony is a career banker of more than 25 years. Commencing in New Zealand, Tony’s career spans across the retail, corporate and agriculture industries before moving with his family to Australia in 2004 where Tony has managed teams across the broader commercial banking arena. Over the past 5 years, Tony has been successful in growing ANZ’s Franchising proposition as their National Manager Franchising. Tony is active across the franchising community, a CFE Certified Franchise Executive and a QLD committee member of the FCA.
Personally Tony and his wife own a Management Rights business in the Brisbane CBD, is President of Brisbane Basketball, a husband and father and an active gym junkie with his wife.
EVENT DETAILS:
Date: Thursday, 5 March 2020
Time: 8:15am – 10:00am for a start at 8:30am
Venue: The Boatshed Restaurant
Coode St Jetty, Coode St, South Perth, WA 6151
Cost: $45+GST (Includes coffee & tea upon arrival and big breakfast set)
Book now as seats are limited
Who Should Go?
Anyone who has ever asked any of these questions:
Why won’t the banks lend us money?
How can I obtain finance for my franchise?
What other alternatives are there to funding?
For more information
If you require further information about the hub or have any queries then please do not hesitate to contact us at marketing@bda-online.com.au or (08) 9228 9812.
WA Franchisee Owners Hub
Whether you are a new Franchisee or a Multi-Unit Franchisee, there are many nuances that franchising brings. What better way to learn, explore, share experiences, meet your peers and network with the other WA Franchisees? The aim of this hub is to connect WA Franchisees, so that we can all learn from our past experiences, share some insights into some of the challenges that you may be facing, or even connect with a fellow Franchisee that has gone through what you may be experiencing. This is all done over a beer, wine or coffee in a relaxed non-threatening environment. EVENT DETAILS: Book now as seats are limited Who Should Go? The WA Franchisee Owners Hub is ideal for any Franchisee, Sub- Franchisees, Multi-Unit Franchisee and your partners. For Master Franchisees, Senior Management and Divisional Franchisors, we recommend you attend the WA Regional Managers/ Franchisors Hub. For more information
WA Franchisee Owners Hub
This WA Franchisee Owners Hub is exclusive to Franchisees ONLY.
Date: Wednesday, 11 March 2020
Time: 5:30pm – 7:00pm
Venue: Dôme Café – 237 Knutsford Ave, Cloverdale, Belmont, WA 6105
Cost: FREE
If you require further information about the hub or have any queries then please do not hesitate to contact us at marketing@bda-online.com.au or (08) 9228 9812.
WA Regional Managers/ Franchisors Hub
The tyranny of distance forces most WA Franchising professionals to think outside the norm. If you are a WA Franchisor, State Manager, Regional Manager, Master Franchisee or an Australian Master Franchisor based in sunny Western Australia, you will understand why being part of the WA Regional Managers/ Franchisors Hub is a must. The aim of our hub is to connect WA Senior Franchise Executives. Whether you are a ‘start up’ Franchisor, newly appointed to ‘run’ the state or if you have just about seen it all in Franchising, your views are welcomed and valued. BDA will facilitate discussions over some of the most important and critical issues currently facing the Australian Franchising Industry. These discussions may help to clarify some of the ‘noise’ that surrounds our $130B industry and as we share we will be able to learn together. EVENT DETAILS: Book now as seats are limited Who Should Go? The WA Regional Managers/ Franchisors Hub is ideal for any CEO, State Manager, Regional Manager, Master Franchisee, Australian Master and WA Franchisor looking for peer support and thirsting for new ways to collaborate with the many Franchising Professionals based in Western Australia. For Franchisees, Sub- Franchisees and Multi-Unit Franchisees, we recommend you attend the WA Franchisee Owners Hub. For more information
WA Regional Managers/ Franchisors Hub
Date: Wednesday, 18 March 2020
Time: 11:30am – 1:00pm
Venue: BDA Conference Room, Level 2, 369 Newcastle Street, Northbridge, WA 6003
Cost: $25+GST (A working lunch with some light refreshments will be provided)
If you require further information about the hub or have any queries then please do not hesitate to contact us at marketing@bda-online.com.au or (08) 9228 9812.
Whiteroom Finance announced as Platinum Event Sponsor for 2020 BDA Franchising & Business Corporate Charity Golf Day
Business Development Alliance (BDA) is delighted to announce Whiteroom Finance as the Platinum Event sponsor for the 2020 BDA Franchising & Business Corporate Charity Golf Day on Tuesday, 31 March at Maylands Peninsula Golf Course.
Whiteroom Finance are Business Finance Specialists who offer a range of customised finance solutions to business with needs such as cash flow management, equipment and vehicle purchase, property purchase and development, and business acquisition.
Chris White, Whiteroom Finance Managing Director said, “We are excited to be a part of BDA’s Charity Golf Day this year. Not only are we able to support a local charity, we are also glad to be involved in bringing the WA franchising community together. We look forward to meeting everyone at the Charity Golf Day and playing a round at the beautiful Maylands Golf Course.”
BDA Director Mark Fernandez said, “We are very pleased to have Whiteroom Finance on board. The Golf Day is sure to be another fun-filled and meaningful event with plenty of refreshments, a networking cocktail function, silent auction with lots of prizes and activities to keep you entertained. Plus, we’ll even squeeze in 9 holes of golf!”
“The day kicks off in the afternoon at 1 o’clock for registration, with a 2pm shotgun start. The event is an amazing opportunity to build new networks in the WA franchising and business community as well as bond together over golf, all the while supporting a wonderful charity.”
“If you can’t make it for the full event, join us at 4pm for our Networking Cocktail Function and then a silent auction,” added Mark.
Corporate Charity Golf Day Details:
Venue: Maylands Peninsula Public Golf Course, Swanbank Road MAYLANDS WA 6051
Date: Tuesday, 31 March 2020
Time: Registration 1pm for Shotgun start at 2pm sharp – 5:30pm
Tickets: From $139 + GST per person (half-day registration available 4pm-5.30pm)
Website: https://bdaonline.com.au/golf-2020
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at:
* Conditions apply. For terms and conditions please see our website www.bdaonline.com.au
Event sponsors
Your Franchising Partner
Platinum Event Sponsor
Media Partner
How to Franchise Your Business Seminar
As the saying goes, “there’s never been a better time to franchise your business”. Business Development Alliance (BDA) is excited to announce the BDA How to Franchise Your Business Seminar. With over 25 years in franchising, our Director Mark Fernandez has identified a series of 9 predictive criteria that assess the readiness of your business for its franchisability. Mark will explain: This seminar is designed as a ‘one stop shop’ on franchising. If you have ever contemplated franchising your business then this seminar is a must! Networking drinks and nibbles after the seminar will give you the chance to discuss your individual business and ask those burning questions you may have. EVENT DETAILS: Book now as seats are limited Who Should Go? For more information
How to Franchise Your Business Seminar
• The entire franchising process
• What businesses can be franchised
• The cost of franchising
Date: Tuesday, 18 February 2020
Time: 6:00pm for 6:15pm start – 7:30pm
Venue: BDA Conference Room, Level 2, 369 Newcastle Street, WA 6003
Cost: $35 + GST – refreshments and canapes will be provided
Anyone in Perth who has ever contemplated franchising their business and would like to learn about the process from the best that the industry has to offer.
If you require further information about the seminar or have any queries then please do not hesitate to contact us at marketing@bda-online.com.au or (08) 9228 9812.
BDA WA Franchising Christmas Sundowner 2019
BDA State Franchising Christmas Sundowner Photos
On the Thursday, 5 December 2019, BDA held its WA Franchising Christmas Sundowner. The event was a great success, with friends and colleagues in the franchising sector networking and enjoying some of the delicious food & drinks The Garden had to offer.
Above: Our Director Mark Fernandez pictured alongside Tristan Pack from Loan WA Commercial and David Robertson from Prospa who donated a bottle of Moet & Chandon as our door prize!
Above: The lucky door prize winner Veronica Trethewey from BookSenz, Mark Fernandez, Tristan Pack and David Robertson.
Coming up
Our next event is the Annual BDA Franchising & Business Corporate Charity Golf Day on 31 March 2020 where all money raised will go towards supporting a local charity.
There’ll be plenty of fun activities, networking, competitions, delicious food & drinks and our famous charity auction.
Register before 9 February 2020 to be eligible for our lucky draw to win your money back!
Get your tickets here.
Special thanks to our sponsors for the Sundowner Door Prize:
BDA State Franchising Sundowner Photos
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!!
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:
Franchising with Fernandez – Episode 13
Franchising with Fernandez
Episode 13 – How your franchisor can assist with local area marketing
What assistance should you expect from your franchisor in regard to local area marketing? In this episode of Franchising With Fernandez, I speak with Bronwyn Butcher from 5 Star Retail, a decorated franchisee about what she has done to build her business, what’s worked for her business and the importance of getting involved in your local community.
WIN your ticket to the 2019 BDA Franchise Finance Australia WA State Franchising Conference
Thanks to our Platinum Sponsor, Franchise Finance Australia, we are giving away a FREE ticket to the 2019 BDA Franchise Finance Australia WA State Franchising Conference on 18 June.
Valued at $185, your ticket will give you the opportunity to see a great line up of speakers, like Jim Penman, Founder of Jim’s Group, talking about how he turned $24 into Australia’s most successful franchise chain, plus franchisee and franchisor panels, networking drinks and more!
Entry is easy, just tell us the question you would like to ask Jim Penman.
We’ll select the best answer as the winner.
Entries close 10 May 2019.
There are so many reasons to come along
- Great networking
- Keynote from Jim Penman, Founder of Jim’s Group, speaking on how he turned $24 and a lawn mower into Australia’s most successful franchise chain
- Fanstastic speakers
- Franchise sector update
- Franchisor panel
- Mulit-unit franchisee panel discussion
- Our post-event networking drinks so you can make some more great connections.
Jim Penman, Founder Jim’s Group
Natalie Brennan, GM Muffin Break FoodCo Group
Event details
When: Tuesday, 18 June 2019, registration opens 8.15am
Where: Beaumonde on the Point, 306 Riverside Drive, EAST PERTH WA
Cost: Delegate tickets $185
Visit the conference website for more details.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Event sponsors:
Franchising with Fernandez – Episode 12
Franchising with Fernandez
Episode 12 – What’s involved in buying a Cheesecake Shop franchise
In episode 12 of Franchising With Fernandez I speak with Ryan Potts, Senior Area Manager for The Cheesecake Shop on what’s involved in buying a Cheesecake Shop Franchise, including how much it costs and what areas in Western Australia they are currently looking at for expansion.
Franchising with Fernandez – Episode 11
Franchising with Fernandez
Episode 11 – Local Area Marketing
In this episode of Franchising With Fernandez, I speak with Justin Van Camp, the Bridgestone Select franchisee for Victoria Park in WA. Justin shares some of his local area marketing success stories as well as some strategies that didn’t work so well. I also talk about the importance of local area marketing and some tips to think about.
A cracking day had at the 2019 Symons & Co Legal BDA Franchising & Business Corporate Charity Golf Day
Thank you to all who attended our annual BDA Franchising & Business Corporate Charity Golf Day on Tuesday, 2 April 2019 at Maylands Peninsula Golf Course – it was a fantastic day!!
We would especially like to thank all of our sponsors – Symons & Co Legal, Silver Chef and TAG Financial Group, plus all of our generous in kind sponsors – for you support in making the day possible.
Thanks to everyone involved for your generosity as we raised a significant amount of money for MSWA, an amazing organisation that supports people with neurological conditions, their families and carers by providing health-care services.
The day was jam packed with fun; everyone arrived at 10.30am to kick off the day with the sausage sizzle and to discuss team tactics! At 12pm there was a shotgun start and a few surprises on some of the holes; a $50,000 hole in 1 competition, wine and cheese tasting, yoghurt tasting, whacky goggles and AFL star Mark LeCras having a hit.
As teams starting arriving back the scores were tallied up. We all enjoyed some delicious cocktail food and refreshments before Mark LeCras’ interview with our own Mark Fernandez, followed by our charity auction which raised some more money for MSWA. The day ended with the announcement of the winners for 2019!
Congratulations to our overall and hole prize winners:
1st Place – Bruce Reynolds, Peter Martin, Kelvin and Nathan Giles
2nd Place – Wayne Holmes, Nathan Park, Tony Morgan and Angus McNamara
3rd place – Steve Harris, Sam Harris, Chris White and Marcus Stafford
Longest Drives – Chris White and Sam Haigh
Nearest the Pins – Gareth Lane and Jim Lloyd
Longest Putt – Sean Thorpe
Closest Hole in 1 shot – Tony Morgan (missed it by just 1.5m!!)
If you attended on the day and haven’t already filled out our quick survey we would greatly appreciate your feedback. Fill the survey out here.
To view all the photos of the day, visit our Golf Day website.
Coming up next…
The next event on the BDA calendar is the 2019 BDA Franchise Finance Australia WA State Franchising Conference on 18 June 2019 at Beaumonde on the Point, Perth.
Secure your tickets now to hear great speakers like Jim Penman, founder of the hugely successful Jim’s Group, fanrchisee and franchisor panels, plus much more.
Get your tickets here
Thank you to our 2019 Symons & Co Legal BDA Franchising & Business Corporate Charity Golf Day sponsors
Your Franchising Partner
Offical Charity Partner
Platinum sponsor
VIP Sponsor
Mark LeCras appears courtesy of Ultimate Proportions
VIP sponsor
Symons & Co Legal announced as Platinum Sponsor for 2019 BDA Franchising & Business Corporate Charity Golf Day
Business Development Alliance (BDA) is delighted to announce Symons & Co Legal as the Platinum sponsor for the 2019 BDA Franchising & Business Corporate Charity Golf Day on Tuesday, 2 April at Maylands Peninsula Golf Course.
Symons & Co Legal is a rapidly growing multi-disciplinary law firm that operates in two locations, we have an office in the CBD and an office in Joondalup. The firm practices in all areas of law including commercial, franchising, and business advisory
BDA’s summary on what the Franchising Parliamentary Inquiry means for you
On 14 March 2019 the Parliamentary Committee handed down its findings on its inquiry into the Australian Franchising Code of Conduct. The committee has called for a number of changes – 71 recommendations in all.
With so many recommendations, franchisees, franchisors, employees, suppliers and business owners, are now wondering, “how does this affect me?”
To help demystify the committee’s recommendations and bring some clarity to the 300+ page report, I invited franchising lawyer, Joe Lazzara, Principal at LSV Borrello Lawyers, to share his insights on the recommendations and their likely impact on the franchising community.
Download the full BDA & LSV Borrello Lawyers Report into the Franchising Parliamentary Inquiry
This report provides you with more detail on how the Franchising Parliamentary Inquiry recommendations will impact the franchising community.
Prepared by leading franchise experts Mark Fernandez, Director of BDA and Joe Lazzara, Principal at LSV Borrello Lawyers, it includes:
– An outline of the Parliamentary Inquiry
– Summation of the key recommendations
– Run down on what’s next and what to keep in mind
Still want to know more? Get in touch with BDA today for a FREE 1 hour business consultation. Reach us at admin@bda-online.com.au or 08 9228 9812.
Franchising with Fernandez – Episode 10
Franchising with Fernandez
Episode 10 – “How the Franchising Parliamentary Inquiry Affect You?”
In the latest Franchising With Fernandez episode I take you through just how the recent Parliamentary Inquiry into Franchising will affect you. Joe Lazzara, Principal at LSV Borrello Lawyers shares his insights into the Inquiry’s recommendations and how it will impact the franchising community.
BDA Charity Golf Day – Hole in 1 Announcement
Win $50,000* in BDA’s 2019 Franchising & Business Corporate Charity Golf Day Hole in 1 Competition
Thanks to TAG Financial Group, we are offering up $50,000 in a Hole in 1 competition at our Charity Golf Day on Tuesday, 2 April 2019 at Maylands Peninsula Golf Course.
Every registered player on the day will have the opportunity to try their luck at hitting a hole in 1 and winning $50,000, courtesy of our friends at TAG Financial Group.
Along with your chance to take home the $50K in cash, we’ll have some great prizes, giveaways and activities to ensure a fantastic day on the course.
The day will also include a networking luncheon, followed by a Q&A with 2018 West Coast Premiership player Mark LeCras and charity auction, with all proceeds going to our charity partner MSWA.
Don’t miss out on your chance to try your luck at our $50,000 Hole in 1 Competitionp
Tickets are limited and are selling fast.
* Conditions apply for terms and conditions please see our website bdaonline.com.au
REGISTER NOW! ►
EVENT DETAILS:
Where:
Maylands Peninsula Golf Course, Swanbank Road Maylands WA 6051
When:
Tuesday 2nd April, 2019
Time:
Registration 10:30am for Shotgun start at 12pm sharp – 5:00pm
Cost: From $149 + GST per person (half-day registration available 2pm-5pm)
Website: https://bdaonline.com.au/golf-2019/
Click Here for information and to register.
Event Sponsors
Franchising With Fernandez – Episode 9
Episode 9 – What does it cost to buy a franchise? –
In episode 9 of Franchising With Fernandez, we talk with three special franchisor guests on what it costs to buy a franchise, what they look for in new franchiees and what’s involved in buying into their franchises.
Guests include Manie Van Vuuren, WA Franchisor for Jim’s Building Inspections and Termite and Pest Control, Michelle Draper, WA/SA State Manager for Oporto and Robert West, CEO of Jesters.
Don’t miss your chance to hit the green with Westcoast Premiership Player, Mark LeCras
Don’t miss your chance to hit the green with Westcoast Premiership Player, Mark LeCras
Westcoast Eagles 2018 Premiership Player Mark LeCras will be our special guest at this year’s BDA Franchising & Business Corporate Charity Golf Day on Tuesday, 2 April at Maylands Peninsula Golf Course.
All players will have the opportunity to have a beer, tee off and network with the Premiership small forward. Not to mention, Mark will be interviewed about the highs and lows of playing footy and why he decided to stay on an extra year.
Don’t play golf? Don’t worry, neither do we!
The day consists of 9 holes, golf carts and we play ambrose rules. Plus, they’ll be plenty of great food and drinks, prizes, special activites and networking to ensure you have a great day!
In addition to being a fantastic day on the green, our Golf Day raises much needed funds for our charity partner, MSWA.
A portion of the ticket sales and 100 percent of the profits from the charity auction will be donated to MSWA to help provide support and services to people living with neurological conditions in Western Australia.
BDA aims to raise $10,000 at this year’s event.
MSWA CEO Marcus Stafford AM said, “It’s because of generous supporters like Business Development Alliance, that MSWA is able to make a huge difference to the lives of people living with neurological conditions in Western Australia. Donations such as this go a long way in helping to fund neurological research, build high-support accommodation and respite facilities, purchase state of the art equipment for our Members and Clients to use, and provide the best possible care to our MSWA community.”
PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS HERE ►Event Details:
Corporate Charity Golf Day Details:
Venue: Maylands Peninsula Public Golf Course, Swanbank Road MAYLANDS WA 6051
Date: Tuesday, 2 April 2019
Time: 10.30am-5pm
Tickets: from $149+GST
Website: https://bdaonline.com.au/golf-2019/
PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS HERE ►
If you have any questions, feel free to Contact Us at:
MSWA announced as charity partner for 6th Annual BDA
ANNOUNCMENT
27 February 2019
MSWA announced as charity partner for 6th Annual BDA Franchising & Business Corporate Charity Golf Day
Business Development Alliance (BDA) is delighted to announce MSWA as the charity partner for its 6th Annual Franchising & Business Corporate Charity Golf Day, to be held on Tuesday, 2 April 2019 at Maylands Peninsula Gold Course.
BDA has been holding charity golf events since 2010 and has attracted hundreds of people and raised thousands of dollars for charity. A portion of the ticket sales and 100 percent of the profits from the charity auction will be donated to MSWA to help provide support and services to people living with neurological conditions in Western Australia.
BDA aims to raise $10,000 at this year’s event.
MSWA CEO Marcus Stafford AM said, “It’s because of generous supporters like the Business Development Alliance, that MSWA are able to make a huge difference to the lives of people living with neurological conditions in Western Australia. Donations such as this go a long way in helping to fund neurological research, build high-support accommodation and respite facilities, purchase state of the art equipment for our Members and Clients to use, and provide the best possible care to our MSWA community.”
BDA CEO Mark Fernandez said, “MSWA is a fantastic organisation and we are proud to have them on board as our charity partner. BDA has partnered with MSWA for a number of our events, like the Annual BDA WA State Franchising Conference, and as such, we have helped to raise thousands of dollars which will help people who need support.”
“As well as being philanthropic, our charity golf days are always entertaining with plenty of good food, drinks and entertainment, along with a networking luncheon and charity auction,” added Fernandez.
Special guest at the Charity Golf Day will be West Coast Eagle 2018 Premiership Player, Mark LeCras. Each player will have the opportunity to tee off with LeCras and later on LeCras will be interviewed on stage at the luncheon, talking about his playing relationships and the highs and lows of football.
Fernandez added, “I invite all Franchisees, Franchisors, Head / Support Office Staff, Employees, Business Owners, Professional Services, Suppliers and anyone looking to have a fun day out, to get your teams together for what is shaping to be a fantastic day!
BDA Franchising & Business Corporate Charity Golf Day
Date: Tuesday, 2 April 2019
Time: Registration 10:30am | Shotgun start 12:00pm | Networking Luncheon 2:00pm
Location: Maylands Peninsula Golf Course, Swanbank Road, Maylands WA 6051
Franchising With Fernandez – Episode 8
Episode 8 – Franchising With Fernandez – Episode 8 – What is networking?
In episode 8 of Franchising With Fernandez, Mark speaks with Brad Hill, franchisee of VIP Lawns and Gardens about what is networking and its benefits.
