View Speakers by Topic

Franchising

View

Results

of 10

Janine Allis

Janine Allis

Founder - Boost Juice

The founder of hugely successful Boost Juice Bars, Janine has grown it to become the number one juice bar business in the Southern Hemisphere. With plans to open throughout the UK and Asia. Janine admits she never imagined she would be leading a multi-million dollar empire, turning over $100 million annually in sales. A working Mum she epitomises the company slogan "Love Life".

John Anderson

John Anderson

Founder - Contiki Holidays

What can you do with 25 pounds, an idea and a beat up minibus? Ask John Anderson. John left New Zealand at age 22 to travel England for a year and returned 20 years later, having grown Contiki Holidays from a simple idea into one of the world’s major tour operators. John’s story has a marked effect on the emotions of his audience, and tells of his determination, belief in his staff, and of his successes and failures.

Ross Greenwood

Ross Greenwood

Network Finance Editor

Until 2002 Ross Greenwood was the editor-in-chief of the weekly UK magazine Shares, a position he held for four years. He is one of the founders of Shares, which won the UK publishing industry's magazine launch of the year award in 2000. The magazine won three other major journalism and publishing awards. His television experience in the UK includes being a regular commentator on the BBC, CNN, Sky News and Bloomberg. He was a regular presenter of BBC Five Live's key business program, Wake up to Money.

Bob Mansfield AO

Bob Mansfield AO

Business Leader

Bob’s leadership in business has seen him at the helm in a number of large organisations including McDonald’s Australia Limited, Wormald International Limited, Optus Communications, John Fairfax and Chairman of Telstra. His work with the Federal Government included major projects facilitation reporting directly to the Prime Minister, and he was honoured with an Order of Australia.

Tom O'Toole

Tom O'Toole

Baker from Beechworth

One of Australia’s greatest success stories, be inspired by the “Baker from Beechworth” who turned a poorly performing regional bakery into a thriving business that not only enjoys $4 million of annual turnover, but is credited with reviving an entire community. A self confessed kindergarten drop out, Tom’s instinctive business skill and acumen has him at the top of his game, and his business model emulated world-wide. Audiences relate to his Aussie larrikin style and charming guile.

Jim Penman

Jim Penman

Founder - Jim’s Mowing

Australian’s will have seen the iconic green vehicles of Jim’s Mowing moving about their communities, and may have even enlisted their services. Beginning with just $24 and overdue rent looming, today there are over 2000 franchises throughout Australasia and Canada and the business enjoys an annual growth of 15%. The lynch pin of Jim’s success is a focus on service and the right staff.

Peter Ritchie

Peter Ritchie

Founder, McDonald's Aust.

Peter Ritchie was the first employee of the McDonald's system outside North America. In 1973, Peter was appointed Managing Director Australia. During the 70s and 80s he played a major role in every aspect of the company’s development and later, under his leadership as Chief Executive, McDonald’s Australia grew to more than 500 stores and 50,000 employees. He is now a director of many blue chip Australian companies, including Seven Network, Mortgage Choice, Tennis Australia, 1800 Reverse and University of NSW foundation.

Ray Scicluna

Ray Scicluna

Founder - Video Ezy

At just 13 years of age Ray left school unable to read or write. By 27 his aptitude for business saw him amass a fortune in the millions, whilst revolutionising the video movie industry. Ray went on to establish well known franchise Video Ezy which now operates in five Australian states and stores in New Zealand. Today, Ray manages a range of import/export enterprises, along with manufacturing innovations, event management and retail training.

Dick Smith

Dick Smith

Entrepreneur & Adventurer
A truly enterprising and adventurous spirit, Dick established his electronics retail company in 1968 with only $610. He expanded the operations to fifty stores and a turnover of $50 million before selling to Australian owned Woolworths. In 1985 he founded Australian Geographic and oversaw contributions of over $7.4 million towards scientific research, adventure and community endeavours. An aviator, explorer and film-maker, Dick has a rich and inspiring experience to share.

Keran Wicks

Keran Wicks

Founder– Network Video

Between leaving school at 13 and founding Australia’s largest independent video chain marketing and buying group at 33, the rise of Keran Wicks would not have been complete without an abundance of vision and determination. Keran’s inspiring story includes the David vs Goliath battles and balancing a serious career with single parenthood and a child with mental illness.

View

Results

of 10