International Franchise Expo
(The World’s Premier Annual Franchise Exhibition)
Javits Center, 34th Street, New York, NY 1001, June 15-17, 2012
The U.S. Commercial Service is collaborating with the Nigeria International Franchise Association (NIFA) to promote the 21th International Franchise Expo to be held in New York, from June 15-17, 2012. IFE2012 will be held in New York City because it is a truly global market place, the largest metropolitan area in the United States and the most visited U.S. City. Franchising is recognized globally as one of the most cost-effective methods to promote international business expansion and to build long-term relationships in foreign markets. Aside from the exhibit floors, IFE 2012 will offer more than 100 educational programs, workshops and seminars focusing on the franchising business. Many of these sessions will focus directly on international franchising opportunities.
IFE 2012 is ideal for individual entrepreneurs or enterprises interested in acquiring a franchise business as a master licensee, area developer, or sub-franchisee. At IFE 2012, international investors will have the opportunity to meet with the decision makers from hundreds of franchising companies from the United States and other countries. As one of Nigeria’s industry leaders, we encourage you or your firm’s representatives to join a select group of Nigerian entrepreneurs attending the IFE 2012 in New York City.
Event Description
The world's premier franchise event showcasing hundreds of franchise concepts is an annual event sponsored by the International Franchise Association (IFA). It is franchise industry's premier annual event showcasing hundreds of franchise concepts, attracting investors from the United States and over 80 countries. IFE2012 will feature proven, innovative business systems that can successfully be replicated in Nigeria. Product listings include, but are not limited to those listed below.
Advertising/Marketing, Automotive Products and Services, Beauty Products & Skin Care, Beverages, Business Products and Services, Children’s Products and Services, Coffee Shops, Computer/Electronics Products and Services, Cosmetics, Construction: Materials and Services, Educational Products and Services, Employment Services, Entertainment Services, Fast Food including Pizza, Ice Cream/Fruit Smoothies/Yogurt, Financial Services, Fitness, Hair Salons and Services, Health Care Services, Hotels and Motels, Janitorial Services, Laundry and Dry Cleaning, Lawn, Garden and Agricultural Supplies/Services, Maid and Personal Services, Maintenance, Cleaning and Sanitation, Package Preparation/Mail Services, Pet Supplies & Services, Printing/Photocopying Services, Real Estate Services, Recreation Services, Retail Stores, Restaurants/Catering, Senior Care/Assisted Living, Sign Products and Services , Travel and Leisure Services.
Conference Program
IFE 2012 will offer more than 100 educational programs, workshops and seminars focusing on the franchising business. Many of the fee-based sessions will focus directly on international franchising opportunities.
Attendee Profile
Please note that this official delegation is strictly for company decision makers and senior representatives of industry/professional associations whose organizations have been verified by the U.S. Commercial Service under its NUSA program (Network with United States of America).
Matchmaking
The greatest benefit of this annual expo to both franchisors and attendees is face-to-face communications.
Benefits available to delegation members include:
- Free matchmaking and admission to exhibits
- Free assistance arranging and scheduling appointments with U.S. exhibitors and companies before and during the show
- Access to International Business Center, including separate registration area to pick up badges and meeting rooms to meet with exhibitors
- Complimentary invitations to welcome receptions
Expression of Interest and Event Registration
Registration for IFE2011 will close on Friday, May 11, 2012 to enable potential attendees process their travel visas. To know more about IFE 2012 and to join the official Nigerian delegation, please contact:
George Anyanwu, Director Marketing
Passage Gold Travel Agency
Suite 302 (3rd Floor), Thermalcool Plaza
Plot 307, Adeola Odeku Street, (Opposite Diamond Bank)
Victoria Island
Tel: 0806-6957475 or 0808-605-8852
Email: george.anyanwu@passagegoldtravels.com , or
Passage Gold Travel Agency
Suite 302 (3rd Floor), Thermalcool Plaza
Plot 307, Adeola Odeku Street, (Opposite Diamond Bank)
Victoria Island
Tel: 0806-6957475 or 0808-605-8852
Email: george.anyanwu@passagegoldtravels.com , or
Bolaji Abiola-Cudjoe,
Tel: 07064525260 or 08023528552
To know more about the Nigerian International Franchise Association (NIFA), please contact:
Olayinka Babalola,
Executive Secretary
Nigerian International Franchise Association (NIFA)
NOTAP Office, 19 Kingsway Road, Ikoyi, Lagos
Tel: 0803-403-7208 or 0816-0598-8270
Email: info@nigerianfranchise.org or nifa@nigerianfracnhise.org
Nigerian International Franchise Association (NIFA)
NOTAP Office, 19 Kingsway Road, Ikoyi, Lagos
Tel: 0803-403-7208 or 0816-0598-8270
Email: info@nigerianfranchise.org or nifa@nigerianfracnhise.org
To discuss doing business with the United States or to find best suppliers for your company or organization, please contact Senior Commercial Specialist Anayo Agu at Anayo.Agu@trade.gov, or see him at the U.S. Commercial Service, U.S. Consulate General, Lagos. Tel. 234-1-460-3400
Registration Closess May 11, 2012
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