UFRAD AUGUST BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING HELD

The August Board of Directors Meeting of the UFRAD Franchising Association was held at Istanbul Aydın University, hosted by UFRAD President Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın.

During the meeting, the Association’s upcoming activities, projects aimed at contributing to the development of the franchise sector, national and international initiatives, and planned collaborations with industry stakeholders were discussed in detail.

One of the key agenda items was the preparation process for the UFRAD Brand Summit & Franchise Awards, which will take place on 10 September 2026 at Taşyapı Şişli. The Board exchanged views on the programme, sector-focused content, participant profile, and organisational preparations for the event, which will be held as part of UFRAD’s 35th anniversary.

The meeting also covered the panels, sectoral discussions, and networking opportunities planned as part of the UFRAD Brand Summit, which will bring together leading franchise brands, entrepreneurs, industry professionals, and representatives of the business community. The UFRAD Franchise Awards, to be presented during the programme, will recognise brands and professionals that stand out through their achievements, innovative initiatives, and contributions to the franchise sector.