Charlotte Smith
Charlotte Smith is an experienced editor and B2B journalist with more than 30 years covering business growth, entrepreneurship, and franchising. She specialises in both UK and international franchise markets, working closely with leading brands, industry bodies, and suppliers to explore the trends shaping expansion and multi-unit growth.
Charlotte is currently working with L’Express Franchise UK, supporting its growth and editorial strategy across the UK and North America. She is also a regular moderator and interviewer at industry events, known for drawing out fresh perspectives and deeper insights from franchisors, franchisees, and the wider ecosystem, including legal, finance, consultancy, and advisory experts shaping the future of growth.
Speaking at
4/28/26
12:30 PM
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1:00 PM
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Main Stage
Main Stage
Panel: Funding the Franchise Boom: Capital, Scale and Site Roll Out
Franchising is a powerful tool for growth in the UK property market, we dive into capital, property, partnerships, and risk management to enable scalable strategy and confident expansion.
4/28/26
12:30 PM
-
1:00 PM
|
Main Stage
Main Stage
Panel: Funding the Franchise Boom: Capital, Scale and Site Roll Out
Franchising is a powerful tool for growth in the UK property market, we dive into capital, property, partnerships, and risk management to enable scalable strategy and confident expansion.