Welcome to FRI. We are known by franchisors around the world as the place to come for information and tools to improve their franchise relationships. All our materials have been developed by business psychologists and franchise professionals to ensure they are relevant and effective. Enjoy browsing, and we look forward to being of service.

ACE Franchisee Satisfaction Survey

The ACE Franchisee Satisfaction Survey provides powerful insights into what franchisees care about

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Franchisee Recruitment Tools

Assessment tools developed by psychologists designed to identify the unique factors that drive success and satisfaction

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Professional Development for Franchisors

From C-Level, to head office and field teams, these practical and relevant interactive training sessions are designed to drive network-wide engagement

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Greg's Tips

Franchise Relationships Founder Greg Nathan shares his insights on franchising and life

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Our Story

Over the past 31 years FRI has conducted extensive research on what helps or hinders healthy franchise relationships, here's our story...

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Testimonials

"We couldn’t be happier or more complimentary about the work FRI has done with us. Their ACE Franchisee Satisfaction Survey has particularly been of great value."
Nicky Brooks, National Retail Operations Manager, Endota Spa
"I highly recommend the FRI team. Their intimate knowledge of human behaviour and franchising give them the authority to inform and inspire any franchisor or franchisee group."
Leigh Wallis, CEO/Managing Director, Smith & Sons
"I have used FRI for over 15 years to strengthen the franchise networks I have worked in. I haven't found another organisation so able to support franchisors and franchisees."
Bridget Blake, Director of Partner Engagement and Development, Specsavers
"FRI is the most outstanding thought leader, research organisation, innovator and deliverer of the people and relationship piece of franchising in Australia, and probably the world."
John O’Brien, CEO and Founder, Poolwerx
"The FRI team is extremely responsive and the insights from their Franchisee Satisfaction Survey has helped to guide our strategic decisions and initiatives."
Shelly Nikolou, Vice President of Global Partnerships, Self Esteem Brands
"FRI doesn’t just take a few notes on your company and then present their material. They internalize your culture and speak right to you, giving practical, immediately usable information."
Heather Lane, VP of Training and Development, FOCUS Brands
"I would recommend FRI to anyone. They take the time to understand your organization’s issues and are very focused on adapting and aligning their materials and approach to the needs of the audience."
Raymond Camhi, Program Manager, Learning & Development, 7-Eleven Inc
"FRI’s Field Manager boot camp is probably one of the best learning experiences our teams have ever experienced. We are extremely grateful for the valuable tips and techniques we have learned. "
Chutintorn Pugkhem, Deputy General Manager, Chevron (Thailand)
"The FRI team have a deep understanding of franchising, human behaviour and partnerships, and have delivered a lot of value to our organisation."
Kate Foley, Head of Retail Channel Development, Australia Post
"FRI has identified a vital aspect of business leadership that is badly needed, and they successfully execute this with great professionalism. "
Martin Warner, Managing Director, Home Instead Senior Care, Australia

How to Get in Touch

FRI was created to provide products and services that foster profitable partnerships between franchisors and franchisees.
We’d love to talk with you about how we can make a positive difference to your franchise network.

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Franchisor Training

Support Office
Support Office Team
Virtual
May
31

Culture of Franchising Workshop | May & June 2022

9:00 am to 11:00 am AEST (Australian time)
2 Sessions: May 31 & June 1

Virtual

$215 AUD
Field Manager
Field Support
Bootcamp
Field Manager
Virtual
FRI | Field Manager Bootcamp
Jun
08

Field Manager Bootcamp (Foundation) | June 2022

9:00 am to 11:00 am AEST (Australian time)

5 sessions: June 8, 10, 14, 16 & 17

Virtual

$655 AUD
Executives
C-Level Executives
Masterclass
Senior Executives
Virtual
Workshop
FRI | Franchisor Excellence Masterclass
Jun
24

Franchisor Excellence Masterclass | June & July 2022

9:00 am to 11:00 am AEST (Australian time)
5 sessions: June 24, July 1, 8, 15 & 22

Virtual

$545 AUD

Greg's Recent Tips

Using the Platinum Rule to Save Your Neck

19 May 2022

We’ve all heard of the Golden Rule, “Do unto others as you would have done unto you”. It's a great philosophy that promotes respect. But when it comes to simple communication, the Platinum Rule, “Do unto others as they would have done unto them”, is more effective.

The Oath

13 April 2022

Last week I enjoyed a pleasant face to face breakfast with a colleague I hadn’t seen in several years. We walked a couple of blocks from my house to a … Continue reading The Oath

The man with the handlebar moustache

22 March 2022

If you have ever started a business from scratch, you will know how hard it is to find customers who will put their trust in you. In 1989, I left … Continue reading The man with the handlebar moustache

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