Natalie Ruwers

Franchise Consultant, Franchising Plus

Natalie obtained her honours degree in Marketing Management at the University of Johannesburg with distinctions. Thereafter, she completed her honours internship at Franchising Plus whereupon she decided to leave for London to broaden her horizons and gain international marketing experience.

After returning to South Africa in June 2008, Natalie rejoined Franchising Plus as a Franchise Consultant. As a result of her exposure to overseas trends she brought a multitude of fresh ideas to the table.

Furthermore, Natalie has become involved with many exciting franchise projects and clients where she has assisted businesses with their franchise development and expansion. A highlight has been the FNB Franchising x2in5 initiative to double franchising in five years. Natalie managed the x2in5 blogging website and has become an avid blogger to ensure franchisors are kept abreast with the current trends in the franchising industry.