Venue: Hyatt Regency Bishkek. Beginning at 9am.
The participants will discuss the following issues: The Art of the Sale: Pitching your idea, business plan and yourself; Finding a partner or US investor; Structuring a deal with investor: Investment Criteria, Emerging Trends, and Key Players; Demonstrating Integrity: Transparency, Due Diligence, Feasibility Studies and GAAP; Contracting with Multinationals and the Protection of Intellectual Property; 5 Things to Know About Becoming a Franchisee (panel discussion with franchisees Papa Johns, KFC, Nike, New Balance/Crocs, Lacoste/US Polo, Tchibo, Levi’s, etc.)