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Curated content from Shri Gaurav Marya ji (Chairman, FI Holdings), the Franchise India YouTube channel, and the private IFC training vault. Access scales with your role.

Chairman's Corner

Books · keynote talks · articles from Shri Gaurav Marya ji. 37 years of franchise wisdom distilled.

Book

The Science of Reproducing Success

Gaurav Marya ji's framework for scaling businesses through franchising. The definitive read for anyone building a replicable model.

Gaurav Marya

Book

Take Charge: Building an Entrepreneur Mindset

Foundational guide for entrepreneurial thinking. Starter book for first-time founders and investors.

Gaurav Marya

Book

It Takes Two to Tango

Partnership dynamics — essential for anyone entering a franchisor-franchisee or joint-venture relationship.

Gaurav Marya

Why Franchise India Was Started — the Vision Now
Video~10 min

Why Franchise India Was Started — the Vision Now

Chairman on the 37-year journey and where FI is headed next.

Gaurav Marya

Franchising in Tier 2 & 3 Cities
Video~15 min

Franchising in Tier 2 & 3 Cities

Regional expansion strategies — where real India growth is happening.

Gaurav Marya

How to Make Your Business Funding Ready (BEx)
Video~20 min

How to Make Your Business Funding Ready (BEx)

Preparation blueprint for brands seeking investor capital.

Gaurav Marya · BEx Academy

The Principles of Business Excellence (BEx)
Video~25 min

The Principles of Business Excellence (BEx)

Core operational frameworks for building a durable business.

Gaurav Marya · BEx Academy

Inviting Entrepreneurs with Innovative Ideas (Franstart)
Video~12 min

Inviting Entrepreneurs with Innovative Ideas (Franstart)

For venture-stage founders: positioning your concept to attract franchisees.

Gaurav Marya · Franstart

Article

From Local Icons to Global Players

International expansion playbook — read before any Master Franchise conversation.

Gaurav Marya

Article

How to Buy a Franchise on a Limited Budget

Capital-efficient franchise selection — share with ₹10–25L first-timers.

Gaurav Marya

Article

Franchise the Future: Why Going Green is the Next Big Growth Strategy

Sustainability as a competitive edge in franchising.

Gaurav Marya

Article

Understanding Google's SGE and What It Means for Franchising

AI-era search and franchise discovery — what FI is preparing for.

Gaurav Marya

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