Clark Rubber 2025 National Conference and Supplier Expo

As we look back on this year’s 2025 National Conference and Supplier Expo, one thing stands clear: we didn’t just talk about the future; we started building it. With our theme, Ride The Wave: Embracing Change and Leading the Future, we brought together franchisees, suppliers and our support-office team as one unified collective committed to growing our iconic brand together.

Across four energising days of business sessions and our Supplier Expo, we immersed ourselves in fresh ideas, smarter operations and the strategies that will define the next chapter of our franchise story. Industry research shows that events like these strengthen franchise systems by aligning vision, fostering community, and accelerating performance. For prospective franchisees, this means joining a brand that doesn’t just talk growth, it invests in it.

The highlight of the conference came at our Gala Dinner, where we celebrated the very best of our network. Congratulations go to Rob and Karen (our Cairns franchisees) whose drive and dedication earned them the Best Practice Award 2025. Their story shows what’s possible when you embrace the network, adopt best practices, and lead locally.

But our brand isn’t just about commercial success; it’s about community impact too. On the night we came together to support the incredible work of Carers Queensland and their ongoing support of unpaid carers in our community. With a heartfelt speech by Jim Toohey, we were able to raise over $26,000 for this amazing cause. It’s this spirit of purpose that underpins our brand and gives franchisees more than a business.

Now the real work begins. It’s time to return to our stores and support office, and put our plans into action. Whether you’re already part of this network, or considering joining, this is an exciting moment to Ride the Wave; Embrace Change and Lead the Future. The infrastructure is here, the people are aligned, and the momentum is building.

If you’re a potential franchisee looking to partner with a brand that encourages innovation, celebrates excellence and supports meaningful growth; there has never been a better time. Together we will drive the next phase of our brand’s journey, and you have the opportunity to be part of it. Let’s embrace the wave ahead and lead the future.