What does VF Franchise Consulting do?

VF Franchise Consulting helps international franchise brands expand into Asia and MENA by identifying master franchise partners, structuring franchise agreements, and providing on-the-ground market expertise. We also help investors in Asia find and evaluate the right international franchise opportunity for their market.

Which countries does VF Franchise Consulting operate in?

We work across 20+ markets including Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Hong Kong, India, South Korea, Japan, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, and Bahrain.

How do I expand my franchise brand into Southeast Asia?

The most effective path is to appoint a master franchisee or area developer in each target market. VF Franchise Consulting manages the entire process — from market feasibility and partner identification to deal structuring and franchisee onboarding — through our Franchise Fast Track service.

What is a master franchise and how does it work?

A master franchise grants a local investor the rights to sub-franchise a brand within a defined territory. The master franchisee recruits and supports individual unit operators. This model is the most common structure for international brand expansion in Asia.

How long has VF Franchise Consulting been operating?

VF Franchise Consulting was founded in 2008 and has over 15 years of experience in international franchise development across Asia and the Middle East.

What types of franchise brands does VF Franchise Consulting represent?

We work with brands across F&B, fitness and wellness, education, retail, and business services. Current and past brands include Texas Roadhouse, PizzaExpress, Crunch Fitness, Club Pilates, Chuck E. Cheese, and many others.

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SMARTSTART: FRANCHISE LAUNCH ACCELERATOR

Franchise Fast Track: Strategic expansion in asia & Mena

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[SERVICES] DAMO® HAIR LOSS SOLUTION

[Education] Rockschool®

[F&B] PHO24®

[F&B] HOOTERS®

[EDUCATION] English 1®

[RETAIL] Build-A-Bear®

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[F&B] Texas Roadhouse®

Texas Roadhouse® opened its first restaurant on February 17, 1993, in Clarksville, Indiana, with a clear vision: deliver hand-cut steaks, fall-off-the-bone ribs, made-from-scratch sides, and fresh-baked bread in an energetic, full-service dining environment at compelling value.

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[F&B] JAGGERS®

Jaggers is quality food, served by friendly people. It was created by the founder of Texas Roadhouse, Kent Taylor. The Jaggers concept in Indianapolis has seen steady sales growth. Each restaurant is heavily involved in its community and serves better burgers, hand-breaded chicken and fresh-made salads in a casual atmosphere. For convenience, guests can order

[Health/Wellness] Club Pilates®

Part of Xponential Fitness: Club Pilates is a brand under the world’s largest boutique fitness, offering a variety of fitness options like barre, cycling, yoga, and more. Global Presence: Founded in 2007, Club Pilates has grown internationally, serving hundreds of thousands of members.

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[SERVICES] SANONDAF®

Operating natonally since 2014, Sanondaf UK are market-leading providers of specialist disinfection and decontamination services. Sanondaf is Europe’s first disinfection & decontamination franchise, offering professionalism and environmentally safe service destroying 99.99% of harmful bacteria, viruses, funghi, moulds and yeast, in fact any microorganism susceptible to our hospital grade disinfectants.

FRANCHISE & INDUSTRY EVENTS

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Thu

Oct

Exclusive Vietnam Territories. 23 International Brands. Meet the International Executives Who Decide.

Thu

Oct

Which Global Franchise Brand Comes to Korea Next? Meet 16 Brands at IFS Korea 2026

Thu

Oct

16 Global Brands Are Choosing Their Taiwan Master Franchisee — Taipei | October 1 – 2, 2026

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Sep

By Invitation Only: Master Franchise rights for Malaysia available in F&B, Fitness, Beauty, Retail-tainment, Sports and Services | September 22 – 23, 2026

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Aug

Two Days in Singapore. 16 Global Brands. One Master Franchise Decision | Aug 13-14, 2026

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Jul

Thailand’s Next Master Franchise Owners Will Be in This Room — 13 Global Brands, Bangkok | July 21 – 22, 2026

Wed

Jul

15 International Brands Seeking Master Franchise Partners in Indonesia — Jakarta | July 8 – 9, 2026

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Jun

Strategic Brand Entry Into the Philippines — Private Sessions | Manila, June 23–24, 2026

Wed

Jun

By Invitation Only: English 1 Franchise Discovery Day — Ho Chi Minh City | June 10, 2026

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Apr

15 Global Brands. Two Markets. One Window. Master Franchise Rights — Singapore & Malaysia. Qualifying Partners Only. 21/04-24/04/26

Sat

Mar

Franchising in France Starts on March 14 – 16, 2026 at Booth U42

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Feb

Private Access to International Franchise Expansion in Thailand | Feb 20th, 2026

Mon

Jan

Strategic Franchise Partnerships for Scalable Market Growth – Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Booth E72 | January 26 – 28, 2026

Thu

Jan

15 Global Franchise Brands. One Strategic Opportunity. Master Franchises AVAILABLE for Philippines — January 15 – 16, 2026

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Mar

Franchise Expo Paris, The International Event For Franchise

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Dec

YOUR STRATEGIC ROADMAP TO FRANCHISE EXPANSION INTO THE KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA & THE GULF (GCC) – Dec 17th, 2025

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Nov

Meet VF Franchise Consulting at Arab Franchise Expo 2025 – Your Strategic Franchise Partner for Asia & the Middle East

Thu

Oct

MEET. INVEST. EXPAND with 18 Top-Tier Franchise Opportunities at VIETRF 2025

Thu

Oct

[Webinar] What Franchisees Must Know to Succeed in Vietnam – Oct 16, 2025

Tue

Oct

From New York to Tokyo: 13 Global Franchise Brands in Bangkok from October 14 – 15, 2025

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Hotel Franchising in Asia Pacific and MENA 2026: How Franchise, Conversion and Master Franchise Deals Are Structured

Hotel franchising in Asia Pacific and MENA explained: how franchise licences, conversions and master franchises were structured in 2026 deals from Kyoto to Riyadh.

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Is KOKORO TOKYO MAZESOBA a Good Franchise? The Brothless Ramen Model, Operator Profile and Site Criteria

KOKORO TOKYO MAZESOBA franchise guide: how the brothless ramen model works, who the right operator is and which sites to plan for in Asia Pacific and MENA.

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Thomas Cook (India) Expands Franchise and Partner Network Into Tier II and Tier III Cities as AI Tools Support Sales

Thomas Cook (India) is expanding its franchise and partner network into Tier II and Tier III cities, with 300+ outlets, 16 airport counters and AI sales tools.

Posted on 2026-10-09 07:18:46

Kyochon Signs Multi-Unit Franchise MOU With Arai Shoji to Enter Japan, With First Tokyo Store Planned for 2027

Kyochon F&B has signed an MOU with Japan’s Arai Shoji to enter Japan under a multi-unit franchise model, with the first Tokyo store planned for H1 2027.

Posted on 2026-10-08 07:15:18

Salon and Grooming Franchises in Asia Pacific and MENA 2026: Formats, Operator Profiles and Market Fit

Salon and barbershop franchises in Asia Pacific and MENA 2026: formats compared, what operators should look for, and how master franchise routes work.

Posted on 2026-10-08 07:12:51

Texas Roadhouse Franchise: How the Full-Service Steakhouse Model Works for Thailand Master Franchise Partners

Texas Roadhouse franchise explained: the full-service steakhouse model, what qualified operators need, and how master franchise rights work for Thailand.

Posted on 2026-10-08 07:10:31

Scissors Professionals Opens Salon Franchise Offer Across South India, Targeting Bengaluru and Hyderabad First

Chennai-based Scissors Professionals opens its Men’s and Unisex salon franchise offer across South India, starting with Bengaluru and Hyderabad, after 12 Tamil Nadu salons.

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Freddy’s Signs First Southeast Asia Deal: Five Units in the Philippines with OMG Holdings

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers signs its first Southeast Asia development agreement: five units in the Philippines with OMG Holdings OPC, first opening expected 2027.

Posted on 2026-10-07 07:21:00

American Franchise Brands in Southeast Asia and the Gulf 2026: Which Formats Travel and How Master Franchise Partners Are Chosen

American franchise brands in Southeast Asia and the Gulf: which formats travel, what needs local adaptation and how master franchise partners are chosen.

Posted on 2026-10-07 07:19:04

Build-A-Bear Franchise Formats Explained: Planning a Multi-Format Master Franchise Rollout in Asia Pacific and MENA

Build-A-Bear franchise guide: how Discovery, Concourse, Shop-in-Shop and tourist formats shape a master franchise rollout in Asia Pacific and MENA, and who fits.

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Snowberry Reaches 70+ Outlets in India and Targets Tier I and II Cities Through Franchise Partners

Indian dessert brand Snowberry has 70+ outlets and plans Tier I and II growth through franchise partners, with overseas expansion a longer-term goal.

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la Madeleine Signs 8-Location Deal to Enter Kansas City as the Café Chain Builds Out Its Franchise Pipeline

la Madeleine signs an eight-location development agreement to enter Kansas City, with the first café due in late fall 2027.

[Webinar Episode 1] The Benefits Of Franchising As A Growth Strategy - VF Franchise Consulting

Jaggers® - Superior Fresh-Made Burgers, Chicken & Salads

America’s #1 Iconic Casual Dining Choice For Food And Fun

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Why Should Investors Franchise International Brands For Business Growth?

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PizzaExpress India Bets on Everyday Dining With ‘Only For Everyone’ Campaign and New Pricing

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TESTIMONIALS

Brett Larrabee - Director International Franchise Development | Little Caesar Enterprises, Inc.

Sean Ngo and the team at VF Franchise Consulting have achieved incredible results in almost every country across Asia! They have consistently provided professional service and insights into a diverse and sometimes complicated Asia Pacific region. While others are touting activities, Sean and his team have secured great franchise partners for us and for many

Bill Schreiber - Vice President Worldwide Business Development Church's/Texas Chicken

I have been working with Sean for 4 years in my capacity as head of Global Development for Church’s/Texas Chicken. Sean has proven to be a great asset not only to me in my Development Role but to the Church’s Texas Brand as well. Key highlights of Sean for me in the last four years:

Thomas Chong Teck Fook - Vice Chairman, Kentucky Fried Management PTE Ltd

Teck Kim is reliable, hard-working and conscientious. He has initiative and drive and contributed in no small way to rebuilding the KFC business in Singapore to its highly profitable chain today.

Doug Wong - Senior Director of Global Franchise Recruitment Denny's

Sean has always provided us with “well qualified and top rate” franchise candidates. We have strongly benefited from Sean’s ability to properly communicate our needs to help recruit and introduce best in country area developer candidate(s).

Ted Storey - Sr. V.P. of Business Development, Round Table Franchise Corporation

Mr. Ngo is a valuable asset in bringing American concepts to South East Asia because he understands cultures in the East and West so well.

Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Vincent Tan - Chairman & CEO, Berjaya Group Berhad Malaysia

Mr. Khoo has extensive experience in the franchise restaurant business and I would not hesitate to recommend him for senior executive position in a related field. Mr. Khoo was fully responsible for the total development of the Kenny Rogers Roasters (KRR) brand name in the Asia Pacific region. He has been instrumental towards the growth

Fred Burke - Managing Partner Vietnam Baker & McKenzie LLC, Owner - Baker & McKenzie

Sean’s knowledge of US and international franchising practices… has made him a first point of contact for any international brand looking to franchise in Vietnam. Sean is a real expert on the commercial aspects of the Vietnam cross-border franchising marketplace. His knowledge of US and international franchising practices, combined with his intimate knowledge of the

Richard Leech - Executive Director, CBRE Vietnam

VF Franchise Consulting offers much needed support to those brands keen on entering or expanding in the dynamic but complex Vietnamese retail market. VF has proven itself over the years to provide a consistent, professional service in a business that is often short on experience, in what is a relatively new format for Vietnam.

TOP FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITIES

TOP FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITIES

VF SERVICES

VF SERVICES

SMARTSTART: FRANCHISE LAUNCH ACCELERATOR

Franchise Fast Track: Strategic expansion in asia & Mena

FRANCHISE MASTERY: OPERATIONS & TRAINING

STRATEGIC ADVISORY & SPECIAL PROJECTS

BEST FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITIES

FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITIES

[SERVICES] DAMO® HAIR LOSS SOLUTION

[Education] Rockschool®

[F&B] PHO24®

[F&B] HOOTERS®

[EDUCATION] English 1®

[RETAIL] Build-A-Bear®

FEATURED BRANDS

BUSINESS FOR SALE

[F&B] Texas Roadhouse®

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[F&B] JAGGERS®

[Health/Wellness] Club Pilates®

Place Your Ads Here

[SERVICES] SANONDAF®

FRANCHISE & INDUSTRY EVENTS

FRANCHISE & INDUSTRY EVENTS

RESOURCES

RESOURCES

PARTNERS

PARTNERS

CLIENT SUCCESS

CLIENT SUCCESS STORIES

TESTIMONIALS

Brett Larrabee - Director International Franchise Development | Little Caesar Enterprises, Inc.

Bill Schreiber - Vice President Worldwide Business Development Church's/Texas Chicken

Thomas Chong Teck Fook - Vice Chairman, Kentucky Fried Management PTE Ltd

Doug Wong - Senior Director of Global Franchise Recruitment Denny's

Ted Storey - Sr. V.P. of Business Development, Round Table Franchise Corporation

Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Vincent Tan - Chairman & CEO, Berjaya Group Berhad Malaysia

Fred Burke - Managing Partner Vietnam Baker & McKenzie LLC, Owner - Baker & McKenzie

Richard Leech - Executive Director, CBRE Vietnam

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