The 53rd National Franchise and Retail, FRO 2012, India’s premier business and tradeshow is scheduled for July 28^th -29^th, 2012 at Hotel Clarks Avadh, Lucknow. The two day event would be organised by Franchise India and Indian Franchise Association (IFA) and supported by Ministry of Micro Small and Medium Enterprises, Government of India (MSME). 

The Lucknow FRO will provide a direct opportunity to the investors and principals to come face to face and interact freely. Investors get a much wider platform to choose their principal as per their business needs and future perspectives and companies find their prospective franchise partners with opportunity to expand at multiple locations.

The show encompasses a comprehensive exhibition and a thought-provoking conference on franchising, retailing and licensing, covering the broad dynamics of SME sector. 

The 53rd FRO 2012 will put forth a spectrum of opportunities in franchising, retailing, licensing, real estate and retail supply from across industry verticals which includes fashion and lifestyle, food and beverage, education, financial services, health, beauty & wellness, real estate, travel, retail, entertainment and many more. The forum will also provide a great networking opportunity for entrepreneurs and investors who will be introduced to excellent business ideas through seminars and summits pertaining to India and the fast growing MSME industry in the country.