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SPOTLIGHT | 14 November 2025
From a Small Dream to a Big Movement: The Story Behind Smashed
Some brands start with capital. Others start with credentials. Smashed started with heart.
EXPLORE | 12 September 2022
Taipei International Chain And Franchise Autumn Exhibition (TICFE) 2022 – 23rd to 26th Sep 2022 (Taiwan, Republic Of China)
The premiere event will serve as a one-stop platform for diverse and more than 100+ best-quality franchise brands to showcase business concepts, penetrate new markets and expand global footprint.
SPOTLIGHT | 9 September 2022
Suki-Ya: House Of Hot Pot
Suki-Ya is a Japanese hot pot (nabe/steamboat) chain that offers sukiyaki & shabu-shabu in an all-you-can-eat format.
NEWS | 9 September 2022
Accenture Report: Consumers See Health And Well-being As “Essential” Spend Category
According to Accenture's Consumer Pulse Survey 2022, even in the face of widespread uncertainty and personal financial strains, consumers are considering health and fitness to be an "essential".
NEWS | 6 September 2022
Food&HotelAsia (FHA) - Food & Beverage 2022: Asia’s Largest International B2B F&B Tradeshow Kickstarts In Singapore
Food&HotelAsia (FHA) - Food & Beverage 2022, the largest international F&B Trade Event in Asia, kickstarts in Singapore.
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SPOTLIGHT | 14 November 2025
From a Small Dream to a Big Movement: The Story Behind Smashed
SUCCESS | 6 November 2025
From Gold Shop to Convenience Stores: Mr. Nallakaruppan’s 23-Year Journey with 7-Eleven
EXPLORE | 18 September 2025
Sweet Expansion at Home: Oblong Ice Cream Opens Franchise Opportunities in Singapore!
EVENTS | 22 August 2025
Franchise Mastermind: Your Journey Continues on TFA
