Three Things to Consider Before Selecting a Food Franchise Besides the cost, you also have to study the market in the targeted region

By Pooja Singh Oct 26, 2018

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Ahmed Elsaadany, business development manager of Dubai-based Alawael Investment Group that has food brands like Potato Hut, Jungle Juice and Mashakeek, tells at the Franchise India Expo 2018 the three things people should consider when looking for food brands.

Pooja Singh

Former Features Editor, Entrepreneur Asia Pacific

A stickler for details, Pooja Singh likes telling people stories. She has previously worked with Mint-Hindustan Times, Down To Earth and Asian News International-Reuters.

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