18 November 2013. – A seminar on Franchising and Business Opportunities in the Philippines was held at the Rizal Hall of the Philippine Consulate General in Los Angeles on October 29.

The event was held in cooperation with the Philippine Trade and Investment Center, Los Angeles (PTIC), the Philippine Franchise Association (PFA) and the Council on Trade and Investments for Filipino Americans (COTiFA). 
                

In her remarks, Consul General Maria Hellen M. Barber-De La Vega mentioned that the Philippine franchising industry is poised to register sustained growths of 20% in 2013 and 30% in 2014 based on the number of franchises.  The Philippines is also emerging as one of the best destinations for overseas expansion for franchising firms.

PFA Vice Chairman Bing Sibal-Limjoco gave an informative presentation on topics such as: the Philippine Franchising Sector; How to Invest in the Right Franchise Wisely; and, How to Franchise your Business.  About 56 Filipino-American entrepreneurs expressed interest on Philippine franchising. END