SA Sundowner: Franchising Post-Pandemic
Franchise systems have become more robust, agile and innovative after the last two years. In many cases, they are stronger and more resilient despite a changing community and economy.
Join our panel of industry experts for a discussion on how their franchise brands navigated the COVID-19 marketplace, lessons learned, and plans for the future. Taylor Collison will also be providing a market update and insights for franchising.
Our special guest the Hon Andrea Michaels, MP will be addressing members on her priorities in the Small and Family Business portfolio, as well as outlining the key issues and opportunities for SA small businesses.
Be inspired by your fellow South Australians making an outstanding difference in their business, their franchise system and community as we acknowledge and celebrate our Business Essentials SA Regional Excellence in Franchising Awards finalists and announce the State's winners.
This event is not one to be missed!
About the Hon Andrea Michaels MP
Andrea Michaels is the South Australian Minister for Small and Family Business, Consumer and Business Affairs, and Arts. She is also the State Member for Enfield, representing the community in Adelaide’s inner North and North-Eastern suburbs.
Andrea’s family fled war-torn Cyprus in 1974, landing in South Australia in 1976 when she was just 11 months old with nothing but the clothes on their backs. Through her parents’ hard work, commitment to family and dedication to their community, Andrea was instilled with a passion for community service. She is now the proud mother of two boys, Sebastian and Charlie, and is keen to ensure that they and their peers are also provided with ample opportunities in a strong, diverse and thriving community.
Prior to becoming a Minister, Andrea was running her own small business – a legal practice specialising in commercial law and supporting small and family businesses. She has also been Treasurer of the Law Society of SA, a company director, and a partner at industry leading law firms, as well as a chartered tax advisor and accredited family business advisor.
Andrea is passionate about promoting diversity, supporting more women to launch and grow businesses, and building safe, fair and friendly communities.
She is focused on ensuring the Government is easy to do business with, that small businesses are supported to succeed, and that the whole community has access to a thriving cultural and creative sector.
Andrea is also committed to being a strong voice for the people of Enfield.
About the Panellists
Reece Boroughs, Associate Director - Corporate, Taylor Collison
Reece has over 18 years’ experience in providing corporate advisory and accounting services, focussing on public companies and advising on areas such as fundraising in Equity Capital Markets, Corporations Act and ASX Listing Rule compliance.
In his role at Taylor Collison, Reece works on a wide range of mandates for clients, including Taylor Collison’s Listed Investment Entity clients. Reece most recently acted as Lead Corporate Adviser to Centrex Limited’s (CXM.ASX) $16m capital raising in April 2022 and Pacgold Limited’s (PGO.ASX) $12m capital raising in April 2022.
Reece holds a Bachelor of Accounting from the University of South Australia and RG146 from the Stockbroker Association of Australia.
Jocelyn Saint-Fryar, Regional Corporate Counsel, Subway System Australia
After joining Subway Systems Australia in 2004, Jocelyn Saint-Fryar leads a dedicated legal team to provide corporate legal advice as part of the Asia Pacific region. As Regional Corporate Counsel, Jocelyn advises her clients on a broad range of matters, including franchising code obligations, commercial contracts, advertising promotions, and dispute resolution. Jocelyn remains a passionate advocate for the Subway® brand's goals and objectives, and she enjoys utilising her extensive knowledge of franchising to support commercial success. Prior to joining Subway®, Jocelyn held positions with Minter Ellison Lawyers and Westpac Banking Corporation.
Joanne Thiele, Multi-Unit Franchisee, Studio Pilates
Since leaving a career in Organisational Change Management in 2015, Joanne has opened 6 Studio Pilates International locations across South Australia and Victoria. Joanne and her partner Andrew currently own and operate 4 of these having sold and closed studios over the last 2 years during the pandemic. With a staff of 25, Joanne has certainly experienced the highs and lows of the last few years.
Josh Lawson, Executive General Manager - Network Growth, SILK Laser Clinics
Josh Lawson is the current Executive General Manager of Network Growth at SILK Laser Australia which is a non-surgical aesthetic chain having over 125 clinics in Australia and New Zealand. Josh primary responsibilities are to manage the existing franchise network along with the expansion into new areas as well assess adjacent opportunities for the group.
Josh is a qualified accountant and was previously CFO. Josh has been involved in the Franchise industry for over 10 years since leaving private practice as an accountant having worked underneath cartridge world founder Paul Wheeler before finding his way into SILK Laser.
Location
Glenelg Golf Club
James Melrose Road, Novar Gardens SA 5040
Cost
Members - $65 inc. GST
Non-Members - $120 inc. GST