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David Lindsay: From Stonemason To Franchise Innovator
David from Stonemason to Franchise Innovator, raised in a small Irish village, learned entrepreneurship from his parents. After studying business and facing setbacks, he founded *Salts of the Earth* in Australia. Inspired by his father's health journey, David turned salt therapy into a thriving business. His breakthrough came with media exposure, leading to rapid growth. Seeing franchising potential, David developed a supportive franchise model, helping others achieve success in the wellness industry.
Tanya Robertson: From Knitwith To National Franchise Manager
From Knitwith to National Franchise Manager, Tanya Robertson's journey from small-town Ballarat to CEO of BDC Partners is a testament to resilience, growth, and empowerment. She transitioned from retail to international franchise training, managing global brands like Gloria Jeans and 7-Eleven.
Australia Annual Fast Food & QSR Report February 2025
The 2024 Australia Annual Fast Food & QSR Report highlights industry growth, with 178 net new outlets opened despite a decline in per capita spending. Major brands expanded, driven by population growth and inflation. GapMaps and CommBank iQ provide insights into consumer spending, location intelligence, and strategic network optimisation for QSR businesses.
Understanding Retail Lease Renewals: How BDC Property Can Remove The Stress
BDC Property simplifies the often-stressful process of retail lease renewals for tenants. Understanding the basics of lease renewals is essential, as it allows businesses to continue operating in established locations without the hassle of relocation. Key aspects include determining renewal options, navigating lease agreement terms, and preparing for negotiations. It's important to understand clauses like rent escalation and default terms to avoid costly mistakes. BDC Property offers expert guidance, market analysis, and support to help retailers secure favorable lease terms. With the right preparation and professional assistance, businesses can achieve a successful lease renewal and focus on growth.
Introducing A Franchisee Advisory Council (FAC) In 2025
The BDC Executive Group, led by Tanya Robertson and John Cooksey, explores the strategic timing for introducing a Franchisee Advisory Council (FAC). Key indicators include franchise growth and engagement needs. An effective FAC strengthens relationships, improves decision-making, and fosters collaboration, ultimately driving long-term success in franchising.
From Affinity To Synergy In 2025
Explores the journey from Affinity to Synergy in business relationships, highlighting the importance of initial connections and ongoing collaboration. Affinity is described as an emotional bond, while Synergy represents the collective success achieved through teamwork and shared goals. The piece emphasizes the need for clear roles, agreed behaviors, and structured support to harness energy and drive progress. Particularly in franchising, building strong relationships and open communication is essential for effective cooperation. By fostering a culture of collaboration, businesses can achieve increased productivity and long-term sustainability, turning shared objectives into tangible success in 2025 and beyond.
Essential Steps For Business Owners In 2025
Key steps for business owners to start the new year effectively include reviewing past performance, setting measurable goals, and updating business plans. Important actions involve reassessing finances, enhancing customer engagement, and evaluating team capabilities. The focus should also be on technology investments, contingency planning, and maintaining work-life balance for productivity and growth.
4 Common Mistakes People Make With Their Wills
Common mistakes with Wills include using unclear language, not appointing a substitute executor, improper signing, and failing to update the document. These can lead to disputes or unintended distributions. Regular reviews, especially after significant life changes, are essential for accuracy.
Why January Is The Busiest Time For Franchise Recruitment—and How To Capitalise On The Momentum In 2025
January is a prime time for franchise recruitment—people are fresh from their New Year’s resolutions and ready to make big changes. Many are looking to invest in a proven business model, like franchising. To make the most of this surge, having automated follow-up systems and smart marketing strategies is key. This way, you can stay on top of the leads, nurture them, and turn them into franchisees with less effort.
The Dangers Of Underinsurance: Why Accurate Property Valuations Matter
Benjamin & Benjamin Insurance Group: Underinsurance happens when your insurance isn’t enough to fully cover your property’s value, often because the valuation is outdated or inaccurate. Since COVID, construction costs have jumped by 30-40%, so it's important to review your property’s value regularly. Relying on online calculators can be risky, as they can be off by a lot. The best way to avoid this is to hire a professional like MCG Quantity Surveyors to get an accurate valuation.
What Franchisors Need To Know About The 2025 Franchising Code Of Conduct
The new Franchising Code of Conduct, effective 1 April 2025, introduces key changes for franchisors, including more civil penalties, requirements for compensation on early termination, and updates on disclosure documents. Some provisions, like compensation for early termination, will only apply from November 2025. Franchisors need to review and update their agreements to stay compliant with the new rules. Make sure you're ready for the changes by getting your documents and processes reviewed ahead of time!
BDC Executive Meeting: Participation, Performance, And Compliance Metrics
In today’s BDC Executive meeting, led by guest presenter Nick Hughes we kicked off a valuable discussion about the metrics that guide our Franchise success. At the forefront were participation metrics, which track how engaged our people are—whether it's franchisees and their teams attending key trainings, customers interacting with our initiatives, or stakeholders collaborating effectively. Without strong participation, even the best strategies can fall flat, making these metrics foundational to everything we do.
Maximising Franchisee Potential
In a franchise network, understanding the unique strengths and areas for improvement for each franchisee can significantly influence both individual and network-wide success. Analysing these aspects allows franchisors to personalise support, enhance business efficiency, and foster a growth-oriented culture that benefits the entire network. A Franchisee Development Program leverages these insights to empower franchisees and elevate overall network performance.
The Supply Chain Crisis: A Business Headache That Just Won’t End
we all know that the supply chain crisis has been ongoing for what seems like an eternity, but here we are in 2024, still battling the aftershocks of disruptions that began back in 2020. If you’re in business—whether it’s retail, manufacturing, or technology—there’s a good chance that you’re still dealing with the fallout. The pandemic might be over, but the ripple effects from shutdowns, port blockages, labor shortages, and geopolitical instability are far from behind us.
Meet The Team: Jane, A Managing Director Of BDC Law.
meet the team,Jane, a franchise lawyer of the BDC Law team with more than 20 years of experience in franchising, commercial law, retail leasing, and intellectual property. She has worked with franchisors, and experience allows her to provide expert legal advice and services to her clients,
Mornington Franchisee Growth And Networking Event Recap
Today marked an exciting milestone as we hosted our first-ever Mornington Franchisee Growth and Networking Event at the Mornington Football and Netball Club. Our goal was simple: bring together local franchisees for an opportunity to share experiences, tackle challenges, and gain insights from industry experts. It was a fantastic morning filled with networking, learning, and community building.
The Importance Of People Capital Planning
People Capital Planning (PCP) focuses on optimizing the potential of an organization’s workforce to achieve both short-term productivity and long-term strategic goals. This strategic approach to managing human resources is crucial for fostering organizational growth, innovation, and sustainability.
BDC Law Achieves Employer Of Choice 2024: A Milestone Success
We at BDC Partners are honoured to be named Employer of Choice 2024 by Australasian Lawyer. This accolade reflects our commitment to a people-first culture, inclusivity, and employee well-being, setting new standards in the legal industry.
Cracking The Code: 5 Essential Parts Of A Business Plan
Creating a Business Plan is like mapping out a journey through unknown territory - it’s a crucial guide that leads your venture towards success. This plan outlines your goals, strategies, and financial projections. we break down the important sections of a business plan and offer tips for handling both the facts and assumptions.
Safeguarding Your Assets: A 2-Part Guide For Franchisors
Safeguarding your assets as a franchisor is crucial to ensuring the long-term success and stability of your brand. In this guide, we explore practical strategies for asset protection, drawing from 15 years of experience in the industry. From intellectual property protection to financial management and structural safeguards, learn how proactive planning can help you shield your hard-earned assets from potential risks. Discover the importance of using separate legal entities, trusts, and strong contracts to protect against litigation, operational challenges, and financial instability. Regularly review and update your strategies to adapt to new business environments.
Strategic Expansion With GapMaps – Anytime Fitness Asia
Anytime Fitness Asia faced the challenge of identifying optimal locations for new club openings across this diverse region. To address this, the franchise partnered with GapMaps, a leading provider of location intelligence tools for Strategic Expansion. This has enabled Anytime Fitness Asia to successfully identify prime locations for its new clubs, resulting in increased memberships and enhanced market presence. This strategic approach is pivotal in ensuring the franchise can continue its growth trajectory, solidifying its position as a leader in the 24-hour fitness industry.
Selecting The Right Site For Your Store: A Crucial Decision For Franchisors And Franchisees | BDC Partners
In the dynamic world of franchising, the location of your store can make or break its success. Whether you are a franchisor looking to expand your network or a franchisee eager to set up shop, the significance of choosing the 'right' site cannot be overstated. This article delves into the intricacies of site selection, emphasising the importance of conducting a thorough site audit to mitigate risks and maximise opportunities.
Is Franchise Recruitment And Franchisee Development Really That Hard? | BDC Partners
Franchising has long been heralded as a pathway to business expansion and entrepreneurial success. However, the journey from envisioning a franchise concept to nurturing successful franchisees is often riddled with challenges. Recent statistics highlight the evolving priorities and pain points for franchisors, shedding light on the complexities of franchise recruitment and development.
The CrowdStrike Outage Of 2024: Lessons And Insights | BDC Partners
In an unexpected turn of events, the global IT world faced a massive disruption with the CrowdStrike Outage of 2024. This incident was triggered by a faulty update from CrowdStrike, a prominent cybersecurity firm, that impacts approximately 8.5 million Windows devices worldwide. The scale and impact of this outage have made it one of the most significant technology outage incidents in recent history.
A Comparative Analysis Of Advisory Boards And Franchise Advisory Councils | BDC Partners
An Advisory Board (as opposed to a governance-focused board) and Franchise Advisory Councils (FACs) are pivotal structures within organizations, serving distinct but complementary roles. This comparative analysis explores their practices, highlighting the nuances and best practices.
Victorian Workers Compensation 5% Discount Offer | BDC Partners
Benjamin & Benjamin Insurance Group have partnered with Ox Finance to offer you a premium funding agreement on your Work Cover premium that gets Victorian Workers a compensation of 5% discount. This premium funding agreement is short-term financing for your total annual premium, which allows you to repay your premium in equal monthly instalments.
The Importance Of Estate Planning For Business Owners| BDC Partners
Estate planning is often associated with personal wealth and the distribution of individual assets upon death. However, for business owners, the importance of estate planning cannot be overstated. It serves as a crucial component in ensuring the continuity, stability, and future success of a business. This article explores the critical reasons why business owners must prioritise estate planning and the key elements involved in this process.
Exciting Merger Announcement: BDC Law And Gable Lawyers | BDC Partners
We are thrilled to announce a significant milestone in the legal landscape as BDC Law and Gable Lawyers join forces, effective July 1, 2024. This merger marks a strategic decision aimed at enhancing our capabilities and expanding our service offerings to better serve our clients.
Zorakle Profiling: A Secret Weapon In Franchisee Selection | BDC Partners
How do you decide if your prospective franchisee is the right person for your business? Gut instinct can only get you so far which is why we’re diving into the world of Zorakle Profiling and how it’s revolutionising franchisee selection here at BDC.
Protecting Your Brand: The Power Of Trademarks | BDC Partners
This article delves into the importance of trademarks for franchisors and how they differ from business name registrations. We will explore recent case studies that highlight the power and pitfalls of safeguarding your intellectual property (IP).
Enhancing Retail And Hospitality With Digital Display Boards | BDC Partners
In today's fast-paced retail and hospitality industries, capturing customer attention and providing real-time information is crucial. Digital display boards are increasingly becoming an essential tool for businesses aiming to improve customer experience and streamline their operations. These dynamic displays offer numerous benefits, making them a smart investment for any business looking to stay ahead of the competition.