JUNE 11 MARKS THE FIRST CELEBRATION OF WORLD FRANCHISE DAY
To emphasize the global importance of the franchise sector and to promote entrepreneurship, June 11 was celebrated worldwide for the first time as World Franchise Day. This meaningful day highlighted the contributions of the franchise system to economies, its role within the entrepreneurial ecosystem, and its global growth potential. Prof. […]
UFRAD JUNE BOARD MEETING WAS HELD AT ISTANBUL AYDIN UNIVERSITY
The June Board Meeting of UFRAD Franchising Association was held at Istanbul Aydın University, hosted by UFRAD President Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın. During the meeting, the activities of the previous term were reviewed, while new term projects, sectoral developments, and the association’s strategic roadmap were discussed in detail, with valuable […]
UFRAD CORPORATE, PRESS AND PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE SETS ITS STRATEGIC ROADMAP
The Corporate, Press and Public Relations Committee, established under the umbrella of UFRAD, held its first meeting on June 2, 2025. The meeting, chaired by Committee President Alpay Erüs, was attended by Osman F. Bilge, Bülent Güngör, and Özgen Kart. During the meeting, various key topics were discussed, including strengthening […]
UFRAD MEMBER ACQUISITION COMMITTEE SETS STRATEGIES FOR 2025
The UFRAD Member Acquisition and Member Relations Committee, established to increase membership and strengthen relationships with existing members in the franchise sector, held its first meeting on June 2, 2025, chaired by Committee President Kemal Yardımcı. The meeting was attended by Osman F. Bilge, Alpay Erüs, M. Nezif Emek, Süleyman […]
UFRAD EVENTS AND COLLABORATION COMMITTEE HELD ITS FIRST MEETING
The UFRAD Events and Collaboration Committee, established to increase the diversity of events in the franchise sector, strengthen corporate representation, and develop sustainable partnerships, held its first meeting on May 30, 2025. Led by Committee Chair Özgen Kart, the committee members conducted comprehensive evaluations during the meeting. It was emphasized […]
UFRAD MET WITH LEADING INDUSTRY REPRESENTATIVES AT RETAIL DAYS 2025
UFRAD Franchising Association took part in Retail Days 2025, one of the most comprehensive and prestigious events in the retail sector. Held on May 28–29, 2025, at the Haliç Congress Center in Istanbul, the event brought together UFRAD Board Members with prominent figures from the franchising world. Over the course […]
UFRAD EDUCATION COMMITTEE HELD ITS FIRST MEETING
The UFRAD Education Committee, established to improve the quality of education in the franchise sector, facilitate access, and contribute to sectoral development, held its first meeting on May 27, 2025. The meeting was led by Committee Chair İlhan Erkan and Vice Chair Çiğdem Makıroğlu, with committee members Osman F. Bilge, […]
UFRAD ETHICS, ACCREDITATION AND REGULATION COMMITTEE HELD ITS FIRST MEETING
The UFRAD Ethics, Accreditation and Regulation Committee, established to promote ethical standards in the franchising sector, accredit systems, and enhance regulatory processes, held its first meeting online on Thursday, May 15, 2025. The meeting was chaired by Committee President Erol Işık and Vice President Nezif Emek. Committee members Osman F. […]
UFRAD FAIR, PARTICIPANT AND SUPPLIER PROCUREMENT COMMITTEE LAUNCHES ITS ACTIVITIES
The first meeting of the UFRAD Fair, Participant and Supplier Procurement Committee, established to more efficiently and effectively plan one of the most significant gatherings in the franchise ecosystem, was held on May 9, 2025. The meeting was chaired by Committee President Gürkan Donat and Vice President Yiğit Küçükaltan, with […]
MAY UFRAD BOARD MEETING WAS HELD IN ISTANBUL AYDIN UNIVERSITY
The UFRAD Franchising Association’s May Board of Directors Meeting was held at Istanbul Aydın University, hosted by the President of the Association, Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın.During the meeting, a comprehensive evaluation of the association’s current activities was carried out, and strategic planning for the upcoming period was thoroughly discussed. Preparations […]