About us

Proudly advancing excellence in franchising

New Zealand is the most franchised country in the world per capita, with franchising contributing around 11% to our GDP—over $47 billion in revenue, nearly 30,000 franchise units, and more than 114,000 people employed. FANZ represents this dynamic sector across diverse industries, from food and retail to health, education, home services, automotive and more, advocating for excellence and integrity in franchising.

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The Franchise Association of New Zealand Inc (FANZ) is a not-for-profit membership organisation, established in 1996 to unite the franchise community, promote best practice, and uphold high standards across the sector. Membership is open to franchisors, master franchisees, professional advisors, suppliers and individuals connected to franchising, creating a collaborative network dedicated to sharing knowledge and fostering sustainable growth.

As a proud member of the Asia Pacific Franchise Confederation and the World Franchise Council, FANZ works to advance franchising standards both in New Zealand and internationally. Our aim is simple: to champion best-practice franchising, support our members, and ensure the sector continues to thrive for the benefit of businesses and communities alike.