The Franchise Company January First Friday Event

Our January First Friday on Friday 9th January 2026 1pm-2pm brings a timely focus to one of the biggest developments shaping the future of franchising: artificial intelligence. As AI becomes increasingly embedded in day to day operations, the opportunities for franchisors are significant, but so are the legal and commercial risks.

In this session, Sophie Peasley, an associate at Hamilton Pratt will cover the practical risks AI creates within franchising, including compliance, data protection, intellectual property and control of system standards and will set out the steps franchisors should be taking now to manage these risks effectively.

In addition, she will cover the ever changing regulatory landscape around AI.Drawing on Hamilton Pratt’s specialist expertise in franchising, Sophie Peasley will provide clear, practical guidance to help franchisors navigate this fast-moving area with confidence.

Our aim is to attract speakers, workshop session hosts and sector specialists to share their insights, tips and views to inspire you going forward. We welcome suggestions for areas you would like to be covered.

We have also included our safe "Ask Anything" Q&A Session in which, you can ask literally ANYTHING that is a burning question for you, your Franchise and perhaps for your Franchisees.

This is THE place to be for the latest support for your Franchise and Franchisees.