CCFA — China Chain Store & Franchise Association, founded in 1997, is the leading advocate, representative and resource for retailing & franchise industry in China. CCFA is a member-oriented organization composed of domestic & overseas retailers, franchisers, suppliers, and relevant organizations. By the end of 2007, there are 950 company members operating 160 thousand outlets .The total sale of retailer members amounts to 160 billion USD. CCFA is the unique and comprehensive non-partisan, non-profit association with member companies from over 60 different industries and sectors such as food & beverage, retail and service. Our members include famous Chinese local retailers, franchisors and well known international brands with their legal entities in China, such as Wal-Mart, Carrefour, Tesco, B&Q in the retail chain field and KFC, Burger King, Super 8 etc. in the franchising field. CCFA is dedicated in leading a healthy and harmonious development of modern distribution models in China. We provide legal information and current statistics on franchising; We organize three franchise exhibitions every year; We offer Training Courses for the potential master franchisees; We facilitate trade matching for foreign franchisors wishing to access the China market and potential investors interested in acquiring regional or nationwide franchising rights in mainland China. Website: www.chinaretailexpo.com