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When

18-19 September 2026

Where

Due Drop Events Centre, Auckland, New Zealand

Franchise & Small Business Expo | 18-19 SEPT 2026 | Auckland, NZ

For People Serious About Business.

The Franchise & Small Business Expo is designed primarily for existing business owners looking to improve performance, strengthen operations, and drive growth.

It also supports those exploring business ownership, including buying a business, starting out, or stepping into a franchise.

Over two days, it brings together practical insight, trusted suppliers, and real opportunities to move forward.

A Focused Business Event

This is not a broad consumer show. All visitors register to attend, creating a more relevant environment for business conversations, useful content, and direct engagement.

Across two days, the event combines content, suppliers, and opportunities in a format designed to support informed decision-making.

From Insight to Action

This event is for you if you are:

  • Running a business and looking to improve how it performs
  • Seeking better systems, suppliers, or ways to grow
  • Considering buying a business
  • Exploring franchise ownership
  • Starting out or a start up who wants practical, commercial insight

Registration Opens Soon

Register your interest to receive updates and early access when free visitor registration opens in June.

This is a trade-only event for people already in business or preparing to step into business ownership. Registrations are reviewed to maintain a focused, relevant audience.

For specific enquiries, contact the organisers directly.

 

Meet the experts

Sessions & Discussions

Attend practical sessions and panel discussions focused on real business challenges — including operations, finance, accounting, insurance, compliance, customer service, marketing, people, technology, and AI tools.

Live Demonstrations

See business tools, systems, and services demonstrated live, helping you understand how they work and whether they’re right for your business.

Solutions on the Expo Floor

Speak directly with top brands, service providers, and solution specialists about your specific business needs and challenges.

Franchising & Business Models

Explore franchising and established business models, ask questions, and compare options to understand what fits your goals and experience.

Practical Advice & Real Conversations

Have one-on-one conversations with people who work with businesses every day and can offer practical, experience-based guidance.

Technology & AI for Business

Learn how digital tools and AI solutions are being used to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and support better decision-making.

Build Your Own Agenda

Drop into individual sessions, spend time on the expo floor, or focus on specific topics that matter most to you.

Meet Ups & Networking

Connect with other business people through informal meet-ups and networking opportunities designed to encourage genuine conversation, shared experience, and practical connections.

The Organisers

18-19 September, 2026

Due Drop Events Centre, Auckland, NZ

Matt Riley & Rachel Hobbs-Price

The Franchise & Small Business Expo is produced by Rachel Hobbs-Price and Matt Reilly, both with more than 30 years’ experience creating and delivering successful trade shows and business events across New Zealand and Australia.Together, they bring deep expertise in exhibitor-led events, audience development, content strategy, and operational delivery, with a shared focus on building practical, high-quality platforms that deliver real value for exhibitors and attendees alike.

The Franchise & Small Business Expo is Presented in association with the Franchise Association of New Zealand (FANZ)

Franchise Association of New Zealand

"FANZ is excited to support the first dedicated franchising expo in many years and to champion franchising as a fantastic business model that helps thousands of Kiwis step into business ownership each year. As the trusted voice of New Zealand franchising, FANZ upholds high standards of ethics, professionalism, and industry best practice—providing confidence and credibility for anyone exploring franchise opportunities.”

Katrina King, FANZ CEO