TICKETS:
Individual - $255
Table of Ten: $2500
The inaugural Franchise Industry Awards (FIAs) is a groundbreaking celebration of excellence within the Australian franchise sector.
Designed to honour the achievements of franchisees, franchisors, suppliers, service providers, and people, the FIA promises to become the signature event for the entire franchising industry.
The Gala Black-Tie Awards Night will be held on at 5pm Wednesday, 25th June 2025, at the Fullerton Hotel Grand Ballroom in Sydney. The evening will conclude with an exclusive After Party, allowing attendees to celebrate together in style.
Designed as the signature event for the industry, it will not only showcase excellence but also highlight the broader impact of franchising to industry stakeholders, government, media, and consumers.
The Franchise Council of Australia (FCA) also invites you to an exclusive Franchise Forum also at the Fullerton Hotel Sydney on 25th June 2025. This full-day event of insights and connections is designed to shape the future of franchising and is available exclusively to those attending the FIAs. Open to both FCA members and non-members, the forum provides a unique opportunity to engage with industry leaders and peers. A purchase of a ticket to the FIAs grants complimentary access to the forum, creating a seamless and enriching experience for attendees. Scroll down to learn more
Sponsorship opportunities are now available, offering an excellent platform for organisations to align with this prestigious event. To secure your sponsorship, contact Helen Alfa at [email protected] for the full sponsorship prospectus.
Franchisor of the Year
Amber Biesse & Matt Fitton – Nurse Next Door
Sponsored by Gow-Gates
Franchisee of the Year: Single Unit
Sally and Steve Kacsics – Muffin Break
Sponsored by Access Offshoring
Franchisee of the Year: Multi Unit
Charles Batt – Mail Boxes Etc. (MBE)
Sponsored by Norton Rose Fulbright
Outstanding Contribution by an Individual to Franchising
Jan Timms – Get Smart Services
Sponsored by Quest
Excellence in Equality, Sustainability & Governance
Quest Apartment Hotels
Sponsored by MBE
Excellence in Franchise Innovation
Schnitz
Sponsored by Rest
Franchisee Local Area Marketing Campaign of the Year
HomeCaring
Sponsored by Sesimi
Franchise Woman of the Year
Caitlin Macumber – Plus Fitness
Sponsored by ANZ
Australian International Franchisor of the Year
Body Fit Training (BFT)
Sponsored by Geotech
Franchisor of the Year: 51+ Units
Nurse Next Door
Sponsored by Hitch
Franchisor of the Year: 26–50 Units
InXpress
Sponsored by Just Cuts Hall of Famer Denis McFadden
Franchisor of the Year: Under 21 Units
hey dee ho educational services
Sponsored by FranConnect
Franchisee of the Year: Multi Unit – Health & Wellbeing
Michael and Jodie Smairl – Snap Fitness / Casey Health & Fitness Group
Sponsored by Afterpay
Franchisee of the Year: Multi Unit – Hospitality
Li Zhou and Vanessa Wei Wang – Gelatissimo
Sponsored by Rest
Franchisee of the Year: Multi Unit – Services
Charles Batt – Mail Boxes Etc. (MBE)
Sponsored by FranConnect
Franchisee of the Year: Multi Unit – Retail
Malcom Price – Poolwerx
Sponsored by Afterpay
Franchisee of the Year: Single Unit – Health & Wellbeing
Imogen Parker – Jetts
Sponsored by ANZ
Franchisee of the Year: Single Unit – Hospitality
Sally and Steve Kacsics – Muffin Break
Sponsored by AIBC
Franchisee of the Year: Single Unit – Services
Andrew and Juanita Lawson – Signarama
Sponsored by Access Offshoring
Franchise Field Manager of the Year
Catherine Holloway – Foodco Group
Sponsored by NAB
Franchise Manager of the Year
Jason Robson – Bakers Delight
Sponsored by Beyond Payments
Franchise Finance Manager of the Year
Ari Nalbandian – Schnitz
Sponsored by Termina
Franchise Marketing Manager of the Year
Megan De Haas – Concept Eight
Sponsored by tfm.digital
Franchise Service Provider of the Year
RedeMont
Sponsored by The Alternative Board
Franchise Supplier of the Year
Taguchi
Sponsored by Content Monarchy
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The Franchise Council of Australia (FCA) invites you to an exclusive Franchise Forum also at the Fullerton Hotel Sydney on 25th June 2025 9:30am - 3:00pm, a day of insights and connections designed to shape the future of franchising.
Under the theme "Franchising for a Thriving Future," this dynamic, full-day forum brings together franchising professionals, policymakers, and industry leaders. Attendees will gain:
Secure your seat at this exclusive forum for free by purchasing a ticket to the Franchise Industry Awards Gala Night, taking place later that evening.
To do so, when booking your ticket please state at the end whether "Yes" you will be joining us or "No" you will be only attending the awards night.
Hurry – spots are limited to 200 attendees!
Don’t Miss Out!
Reserve your gala ticket now to gain complimentary access to the Franchise Forum and be part of the conversations shaping a thriving future for Australian franchising.
9:30am – 10:00am | Registration
10:00am – 10:05am | Welcome
10:05am – 10:25am | Franchising – State of the Nation
10:25am – 11:20am | Economic Update
11:20am – 11:40am | Introduction to the New Minister
11:40am – 12:00pm | ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register
12:00pm – 12:45pm | Lunch
12:45pm – 1:25pm | Marketplace and employment trends with Q & A
1:25pm – 1:35pm | Breaking through and Reaching diverse cultures with communication
1:35pm – 2:15pm | Franchising insights & use of good data
2:15pm – 3:00pm | Fireside Chat
3:00pm – 3:05pm | Wrap Up
Already purchased a ticket and want to change your mind about attending the forum? Please call the FCA office for assistance.