About BE MY FRANCHISE 2026
BE MY FRANCHISE 2026, officially known as the Bayim Olur musun? Franchising and Branded Dealership Expo, is one of Türkiye’s established business events dedicated to franchising, branded dealership systems, entrepreneurship and investment opportunities.
The 24th edition will take place from 15 to 18 October 2026 at the Istanbul Yenikapı Eurasia Expo Center, bringing franchise brands, prospective franchisees, investors, entrepreneurs and business professionals together in one business-focused environment. The event is organized by Medyafors Fuarcılık A.Ş.
The exhibition is designed to help brands introduce their business models to potential investors while giving visitors the opportunity to discover different franchise and dealership concepts across a wide range of industries.
BE MY FRANCHISE is more than a conventional exhibition. It functions as a business development and networking platform where entrepreneurs can meet brand representatives, compare investment concepts, explore expansion opportunities and begin discussions for future partnerships.
The 2026 edition is expected to feature more than 200 participating brands, while the organizer highlights the event’s international reach, including visitors from more than 35 countries in previous editions.
For brands seeking expansion, the exhibition provides an opportunity to meet potential franchisees and business partners directly. For investors, it offers a concentrated environment for researching established brands, emerging concepts and different business models.
Why Visit BE MY FRANCHISE 2026?
Visiting BE MY FRANCHISE 2026 can be valuable for anyone considering a new business, franchise investment or partnership opportunity in Türkiye and surrounding markets.
Discover Multiple Business Models
Instead of researching individual franchise opportunities separately, visitors can explore numerous brands and business concepts during one event. This makes it easier to compare different sectors, operating models and expansion strategies.
Meet Franchise Brands Directly
Face-to-face meetings allow potential investors to ask detailed questions about franchise requirements, business operations, support systems, location strategy and expansion plans.
Explore Investment Opportunities
The exhibition provides an opportunity to discover businesses looking for new franchisees, dealers, regional partners and other forms of commercial cooperation.
Compare Different Industries
BE MY FRANCHISE brings together businesses from various sectors, allowing entrepreneurs to evaluate opportunities beyond the industries they may initially consider.
Build Business Connections
The event is designed for networking between brands, investors, entrepreneurs and business professionals. These conversations can lead to franchise agreements, dealership opportunities, partnerships and other commercial relationships.
Explore International Expansion
The exhibition also has an international dimension. Previous editions attracted visitors from more than 35 countries, creating opportunities for brands interested in master franchise arrangements and cross-border expansion.
Who Should Attend?
BE MY FRANCHISE 2026 is suitable for a broad range of professional visitors, particularly those interested in business ownership, franchising and investment.
Entrepreneurs
Individuals planning to start a new business can use the exhibition to discover established franchise concepts and compare different entry opportunities.
Franchise Investors
Investors looking for scalable business models can meet brands directly and investigate available franchise or dealership opportunities.
Prospective Franchisees
People who already have an interest in franchising can use the event to compare brands, investment models, operational requirements and support structures.
Business Owners
Existing business owners can explore new concepts, complementary business models, dealership opportunities and potential partnerships.
Master Franchise Candidates
Entrepreneurs and investment groups interested in representing a brand across a country, region or major market can use the exhibition as a networking and discovery platform.
Retail and Service Professionals
Professionals working in retail, food service, education, healthcare, real estate, technology and other service industries can discover new business models and market opportunities.
International Investors
International visitors interested in the Turkish market can meet local brands and explore opportunities for franchise expansion, distribution and business partnerships.
Industries & Exhibited Products
BE MY FRANCHISE covers a diverse range of franchise and branded dealership concepts. The organizer states that the exhibition brings together brands from many different industries, with previous editions covering more than 30 sectors.
Major industry areas include:
- Food and beverage franchises
- Restaurants and fast-food concepts
- Cafés and coffee shops
- Bakery and dessert businesses
- Retail and consumer products
- Fashion and apparel
- Beauty and personal care
- Cosmetics and wellness
- Education and training services
- Healthcare-related businesses
- Real estate and property services
- Cleaning and maintenance services
- Consulting and professional services
- Technology-based business models
- Business and commercial services
- Home and lifestyle concepts
- Fitness and health-related businesses
- Franchise support products and services
- Branded dealership systems
- Distribution and commercial partnership models
The exact exhibitor mix may change from one edition to another, so visitors should check the official exhibitor information before making specific business plans.
Business Opportunities at BE MY FRANCHISE 2026
One of the main strengths of BE MY FRANCHISE is its focus on direct communication between brands and potential investors.
For participating companies, the event can support several business objectives, including:
- Finding new franchisees
- Expanding into new Turkish cities
- Developing regional dealership networks
- Meeting master franchise candidates
- Increasing brand awareness
- Building new business partnerships
- Introducing new franchise concepts
- Meeting domestic and international investors
- Supporting long-term franchise network growth
For investors, the exhibition can provide a practical starting point for evaluating potential businesses. However, attending the exhibition should be considered the beginning of the research process rather than a guarantee of investment success.
Visitors should carefully review franchise agreements, investment costs, expected operating expenses, territory rights, royalties, supplier requirements and projected returns before making any financial commitment.
BE MY FRANCHISE 2026 Visitor Profile
The event attracts a business-oriented audience interested in franchise and dealership opportunities. The organizer reports that the previous edition recorded more than 32,000 domestic and international visitors and more than 4,000 foreign visitors, while earlier official post-show data recorded visitors from over 35 countries.
The visitor profile can include:
- Franchise investors
- Entrepreneurs
- Business owners
- Potential franchisees
- Retail professionals
- Investment groups
- International investors
- Regional business partners
- Master franchise candidates
- Distributors and dealers
- Consultants
- Corporate decision-makers