UFRAD WORKSHOP WAS HELD BY ISTANBUL AYDIN UNIVERSITY
The Strategic Planning Workshop, organized by UFRAD Franchising Association and bringing together all stakeholders of the franchising sector, was held on December 11, 2024, at Istanbul Aydın University, hosted by the President, Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın.The workshop was organized for analiyzing the existing sitatuation of the sector, developing solutions within […]
THE 10TH WORLD HALAL SUMMIT WAS HELD IN ISTANBUL
The 10th World Halal Summit was held in Istanbul from November 27–30, 2024, under cover of the Presidency. The summit brought together leading figures from the halal products and services sector, providing an important platform to foster global collaborations and discuss innovative approaches in the industry. Süleyman Tarakçı, UFRAD Board […]
TÜRKİYE’S BRANDS EXPAND GLOBALLY THROUGH FRANCHISE EXPO GERMANY 2024
Members of UFRAD Franchising Association, representing some of Türkiye’s leading franchise brands such as Bursa Kebap Evi, Armiya Teknoloji, and Çiğköftem, participated in Franchise Expo Germany 2024, held from November 7-9 in Frankfurt. As Europe’s largest franchise fair, the event brought together thousands of brands and investors from around the […]
OUR BRANDS SHARE THEIR EXPERIENCES AT “FRANCHISING IN GERMANY” PANEL
On the second day of Franchise Expo Germany 2024, Ali İhsan Tuğ, General Manager of Armiya Teknoloji, and Ahmet Güner, Chairman of Çiğköftem, represented UFRAD members as speakers in a panel titled “Franchising in Germany.” These seasoned industry leaders provided attendees with an overview of Germany’s franchise market and offered […]
STRATEGIC COOPERATION BETWEEN UFRAD AND IFA FOR THE FRANCHISE INDUSTRY
The online meeting was held between UFRAD and International Franchise Association (IFA). Mr. Alan Catlett CEO of IFA, Mr. Monty Moss Partnership Director of IFA and UFRAD Board Member Mr. Gürkan Donat attended the meeting. During the meeting, the status of the franchising sector in the US and Turkey after […]
UFRAD OCTOBER BOARD MEETING WAS HELD AT ISTANBUL AYDIN UNIVERSITY
UFRAD Franchising Association’s October Board meeting was held at Istanbul Aydın University hosted by President Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın. During the meeting, the evaluation of the association’s current activities, new membership processes, developments in the sector and strategic steps for the future were discussed. What needs to be done to […]
TÜRKİYE AND INDIA IN THE GLOBAL FRANCHISING WORLD: NEW OPPORTUNITIES AND TRENDS
On October 8, 2024, a webinar titled “Global Franchising Trends and Opportunities” was organized by the UFRAD Franchise Association, discussing the current global trends and growth strategies in the franchise sector. The event featured speeches from Mr. Gürkan Donat, a member of the UFRAD Board of Directors, and Mr. Gaurav […]
DIGITAL TRADE AND BRANDING DISCUSSED AT THE INTERNATIONAL RETAIL SUMMIT IN BAKU
At the International Retail Summit held in Baku, Azerbaijan, Mr. Mesut Süren, a member of UFRAD and founder of Franchising.market, moderated the panel titled “The Future of Digital Trade,” with Mr. Ali İhsan Tuğ, General Manager of Armiya Technology, as a speaker. Mr. Mesut Süren provided a comprehensive perspective on […]
INTERNATIONAL RETAIL SUMMIT HELD IN BAKU
The International Retail Summit was held in Baku, Azerbaijan, on September 21, organized in collaboration with the Business Center Club, UFRAD Franchise Association, Franchising.market, and the CEO Platform. The summit began with an opening speech by the President, Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın. The participation of numerous investors and entrepreneurs from […]
AUGUST UFRAD ROUND TABLE MEETING HOSTED BY BURSA KEBAP EVİ
The UFRAD Franchising Association held its August round table meeting at the Bursa Kebap Evi in Maslak 1453, hosted by Board Member and Chairman of Bursa Kebap Evi, Mr. Cem Helvacı. The meeting saw strong participation from UFRAD members. The agenda focused on expectations and goals for 2024, with significant […]