6 Business View Australia - April 2015 The Franchise Council of Australia Limited (FCA) is the peak body for the $144 billion franchise sector in Australia, representing franchisees, franchisors and service providers to the sector. Membership of the Franchise Council of Australia is voluntary, and is open to any organisation or individual involved in the franchise sector, including fran- chisees, franchisors, lawyers, accountants, banks, consultants, academics, and publishers. Create initiatives for the FCA and franchising community; Focus on and influence FCA policy on key issues relating to women in franchising; Provide genuine opportunities for contribution, networking and professional development; and Promote the success of women in franchising within the franchise sector and to the broader Australian business community. OUR GOALS ARE TO www.franchise.org.au FRANCHISE COUNCIL OF AUSTRALIA