UFRAD MEMBERS SHARE THEIR INSIGHTS AND EXPERIENCES ON THE FUTURE OF THE FRANCHISE SECTOR
During the final session of the UFRAD Franchising Association’s July Round Table Meeting, members shared their views, recommendations, and assessments, leading to comprehensive discussions on the franchise sector’s current needs, key challenges, areas for development, and expectations for the period ahead. With the active participation of UFRAD members, the session […]
UFRAD JULY ROUND TABLE MEETING HELD
The July Round Table Meeting of the National Franchise Association of Türkiye (UFRAD) was held with the strong participation of its members. Bringing together the UFRAD family, the meeting provided an opportunity to discuss current developments in the franchise sector, the sector’s key priorities, and the Association’s objectives for the […]
UFRAD JULY BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING HELD
The July Board of Directors Meeting of the National Franchise Association of Türkiye (UFRAD) was held at Istanbul Aydın University, hosted by UFRAD President Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın. During the meeting, the Association’s ongoing activities and its objectives for the upcoming period were discussed in detail. Planned initiatives to be […]
UFRAD JUNE BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING HELD HOSTED BY NEVADA COFFEE
The June Board of Directors Meeting of the UFRAD Franchising Association was held on Tuesday, June 9, at Ercan Steakhouse, hosted by Mr. Cemal Güven, Deputy General Manager of Nevada Coffee Franchise and a member of the Association. During the meeting, ongoing activities of the Association and plans for the […]
“TURKISH-STYLE FRANCHISING” BOOK INTRODUCED AT FRANCHISE ISTANBUL EXPO 2026
The book “Turkish-Style Franchising”, authored by Osman Faik Bilge, Chairman of the Board of Franchise & More and Vice Chairman of the Board of UFRAD Franchising Association, was introduced during a special event held as part of Franchise Istanbul Expo 2026. The publication, which provides comprehensive insights into the Turkish […]
INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION STRENGTHENS AT FRANCHISE ISTANBUL EXPO 2026
Franchise Istanbul Expo 2026 hosted significant international meetings and collaborations, bringing together key stakeholders from the global franchising ecosystem. On the first day of the exhibition, Mr. Murat Azamov, President of the Board of the Uzbekistan Franchise Association, presented a special gift on behalf of Uzbekistan to Prof. Dr. Mustafa […]
FRANCHISE ISTANBUL EXPO, ORGANIZED IN COLLABORATION WITH UFRAD FRANCHISING ASSOCIATION AND TÜYAP, OPENED ITS DOORS FOR THE 34TH TIME
Franchise Istanbul Expo, held between April 16–19, 2026, at the TÜYAP Fair and Congress Center, opened its doors with strong participation from investors, brand representatives, and franchise associations from Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, as well as Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa. Organized in collaboration with UFRAD Franchising Association and TÜYAP, […]
UFRAD’S 35TH TRADITIONAL IFTAR PROGRAM HELD
The traditional iftar program of the UFRAD Franchising Association was held this year with strong participation. Hosted by UFRAD President Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın, the 35th Traditional UFRAD Iftar Program, organized at Istanbul Aydın University T Block Social Sciences Campus, brought together prominent representatives of the franchising sector. In addition […]
UFRAD AND TÜYAP TEAMS MEET FOR FRANCHISE ISTANBUL EXPO PREPARATIONS
UFRAD Franchising Association came together with the TÜYAP team as part of the preparations for the Franchise Istanbul Expo, which will be held on April 16–19, 2026. During the meeting, the organization process of the fair, participating brands, investor relations, and international promotion activities were comprehensively evaluated. As in previous […]
GÖNÜL KAHVESİ RECEIVES WORLD QUALITY ACHIEVEMENT AWARD IN DUBAI
Gönül Kahvesi, a member of the UFRAD Board of Directors, was awarded the prestigious World Quality Achievement Award at the ESQR – Quality Achievements Award 2025, held in Dubai. The award was presented in recognition of the brand’s performance in service quality, brand standardization, and customer experience. This achievement highlights […]









