Franchise Council of Australia

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future franchising 2025

A bright future for franchising in 2025

The FCA is introducing an industry awards night in June 2025.
Franchise Council AGM

Franchise Council’s annual report scrapes through AGM

Just 39 members attended the FCA AGM, the first after the organisation's turbulent year.
Franchise Council audit

Franchise Council audit reveals risky financial situation

The Franchise Council of Australia released its independent audit financial report late Friday afternoon, revealing the ...
FCA annual report loss

FCA’s stark $1.3m loss revealed in annual report

The Franchise Council of Australia has released its Annual Report for 2023-24, revealing it has racked up a $1.32m loss....
Why Westbury FCA top job

Why the FCA appointed Jay Westbury to the top job

Is newly minted Jay Westbury, formerly the head of the Australian Federation of Travel Agents, the right fit as CEO of t...
FCA chair new CEO (2)

New Franchise Council chair and CEO announced

Richard Thame is the FCA's new chair, effective 9 September.
FCA management turmoil

FCA management turmoil – where to from here?

Members are seeking clarity around the direction of the FCA.
FCA Interim CEO priorities

FCA Interim CEO sets out priorities at NFC

Member value, engagement and membership growth are key.
FCA CEO interim

FCA CEO exits, interim boss announced

Experienced franchise executive and FCA board director takes up the role.
Stephen Giles board retirement

Stephen Giles retires from FCA board

Stephen Giles held the FCA chair position three times over the past 25 years.