FranGlobal

What FranGlobal does

FranGlobal is the international business arm of Franchise India Holdings Limited (FIHL), operating as a franchise advisory and market entry consultancy that connects international brands with master franchisees, sub-franchisees, and investors across India, the GCC, and Southeast Asia. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Faridabad, India, the firm has facilitated the entry of over 300 global brands into India and other international territories, building relationships with 1,000+ franchise brands and 500+ investor groups. Its service offering spans market entry strategy, business plan and financial assessment, partner identification and recruitment, concept research assessment, hand-holding and implementation support, and strategic investment services.

The company's core delivery infrastructure is a hybrid of digital and physical channels. The Business Opportunities Platform is an online portal where international brands list franchise opportunities searchable by category, investment range (USD 10K–$500K+), and location across 40+ countries. This is supplemented by recurring events — Master Franchise Conclave, regional Franchise Investment Conclaves in multiple Indian cities, and the annual Franchise & Retail Show in Delhi. FranGlobal monetizes primarily through professional services fees tied to master franchise advisory mandates, with revenue extending to platform listings, event participation, and ongoing operational support. Verticals covered include food & beverage, retail, education, health, wellness, beauty, and entertainment.

Despite a wide claimed geographic footprint of 40+ countries, FranGlobal's actual office infrastructure is concentrated: India headquarters in Faridabad, a regional headquarters in Dubai (UAE), and a general office in Kathmandu (Nepal). The firm is privately held and wholly owned under the Franchise India corporate umbrella led by Chairman Gaurav Marya, with no disclosed external funding rounds, no patents, no certifications, and no awards in the source material. Revenue figures are not publicly disclosed, and the firm does not use AI/ML tooling in its current product surface.

Name

FranGlobal

Legal name

FranGlobal

Website

https://franglobal.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

FranGlobal is the international arm of Franchise India Holdings, advising and facilitating market entry for 300+ global brands into India, the GCC, and Southeast Asia through franchise consulting, partner matching, and a digital opportunities platform.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Franchise Consulting and Market Entry Advisory

NAICS

Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services (5416), Portfolio Management and Investment Advice (523940)

SIC

Services-Management Services (8741), Investment Advice (6282)

akta.pro primary industry

Franchise Resale & Franchise Brokerage (Transfers/Resales) (FSAEAIAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Brand Consulting, Audits & Research (Brand Health, Equity, Competitive) (BPAFAEAJ)

Keywords

• Franchise consulting services
• Market entry advisory
• Master franchise facilitation
• International brand expansion
• Franchise investment platform

Headquarters

HQ city

Faridabad

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Master Franchise Advisory Services: FranGlobal earns fees for facilitating master franchise agreements between international brands and local partners. Services include market entry strategy, partner identification and recruitment, business plan assessment, and implementation support.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

FranGlobal is a franchise advisory and market entry firm that helps international brands enter India, GCC, and Southeast Asian markets through master franchise and sub-franchise models. It offers end-to-end services including market entry strategy, business plan and financial assessment, partner identification and recruitment, concept research, implementation support, and strategic investment advisory. It operates a digital Business Opportunities Platform that lists 1,000+ franchise brands across sectors such as food & beverage, retail, education, health, wellness, and entertainment, connecting them with 500+ investor groups.

Product overview

FranGlobal is a franchise consulting and market entry advisory firm, and the international arm of Franchise India Holdings Limited (FIHL), Asia's largest franchising solutions company. The company offers a unified suite of professional services for international brands entering Indian and other international markets, including market entry strategy, business planning, partner identification, and implementation support. FranGlobal operates a digital Business Opportunities Platform that showcases franchise brand opportunities across multiple categories and territories, complemented by in-person events such as the Master Franchise Conclave and Franchise & Retail Show. With over 18 years of experience and over 1 million hours of consulting expertise, FranGlobal has facilitated the entry of over 300 global brands into India, GCC, and Southeast Asian markets across sectors including food & beverage, retail, education, health, wellness, beauty, and entertainment.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Market Entry Strategy Services

Quantifiable outcome

• Successfully facilitated entry of over 300 global brands into India, GCC and other international territories

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Franchise India Holdings Limited (FIHL)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerFranGlobal is the international business extension of Franchise India Holdings Limited, Asia's largest integrated franchise and retail solutions company. This parent relationship provides access to an ecosystem spanning 300+ cities and 5 million entrepreneurs.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Franchise India Holdings Limited (FIHL): Parent company and Asia's largest integrated franchise and retail solutions company. Operates the same franchise advisory, events, and media model in India that FranGlobal extends internationally, sharing management, brand relationships, and the Franchise & Retail Show IP.
• FranNet: US-based franchise consultancy network that matches aspiring franchisees with brands. Highly comparable as a franchise matchmaking and advisory firm, although FranNet is primarily focused on the North American market while FranGlobal targets Asia, GCC, and other emerging markets.
• Fransmart: US franchise development firm that helps emerging restaurant brands scale through franchise systems. Comparable in the franchise advisory and brand-representation model, with a similar emphasis on facilitating master and multi-unit franchise deals.
• Francorp: International franchise consulting firm offering franchise development, market entry strategy, and brand representation services. Closely mirrors FranGlobal's end-to-end franchise advisory offering and master franchise development capabilities.
• The Entrepreneur's Source: US-based franchise coaching and consulting network that helps individuals evaluate and pursue franchise ownership. Comparable as a franchise advisory intermediary, though more investor-side whereas FranGlobal spans both franchisor and franchisee matching.
• Expansion Solutions: Franchise consulting firm that supports brand expansion through franchise development, lead generation, and territory sales. Overlaps with FranGlobal in franchise development advisory and brand-to-investor matchmaking services.

Broad incumbents

• International Franchise Association (IFA): US-based industry body representing franchisors, franchisees, and suppliers globally. Acts as a broader incumbent in the franchise ecosystem where FranGlobal operates; not a direct competitor but sets standards and convenes the same brands FranGlobal courts.
• Franchise Update Media: Multi-channel franchise media company producing Franchise Update, Franchise Times, conferences, and lead-generation platforms. Comparable in the franchise events/media/marketplace category that overlaps with FranGlobal's Franchise & Retail Show and digital marketplace.

Emerging players

• Global Franchise Group: International franchise consulting and brand representation firm with presence in emerging markets. Comparable to FranGlobal in cross-border franchise development and master franchise representation, though at a smaller scale.

Regional players

• RetailGate Group: International franchise and retail consultancy that represents brands in the Middle East and Africa. Comparable in franchise advisory and brand entry services, with stronger regional focus on MEA than FranGlobal's broader South and Southeast Asia footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/fran_global
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/FranchiseIndia
• Facebookfacebook.com/franglobal-477643589053173
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/franglobal

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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