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SUMMARY:IFA Foundations of Franchising – April 2026
DESCRIPTION:IFA’s Foundations of Franchising program provides structured education for professionals entering franchising\, covering fundamentals of the franchise business model\, legal framework\, operations\, and best practices for building and scaling franchise systems.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/ifa-foundations-of-franchising-april-2026/
LOCATION:CO
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SUMMARY:Franchisee Business Planning
DESCRIPTION:This online training helps field managers upskill in effective business and action planning with franchisees. It emphasizes that business planning is central to the franchisee–franchisor relationship\, providing background and skills to engage and guide franchisees toward sustained performance.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/franchisee-business-planning/
LOCATION:Virtual (Online Webinar)
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SUMMARY:Transworld Regional Meeting – Atlanta 2026
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 TBA Regional Meetings by United Franchise Group bring Transworld professionals together to collaborate\, share best practices and connect. The Southeast Regional Meeting in Atlanta features dynamic speakers\, interactive sessions and networking opportunities\, covering topics like selling steps\, LOI vs BAPA\, transaction management\, local marketing plans\, activity KPIs and case studies.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/transworld-regional-meeting-atlanta-2026/
LOCATION:Embassy Suites by Hilton Atlanta Airport\, 4700 Southport Road\, Atlanta\, Georgia\, 30337\, USA
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SUMMARY:The FAC Blueprint: Transforming Friction into a Competitive Advantage
DESCRIPTION:A practical strategy session for franchise executives on building high-performing Franchise Advisory Councils. Featuring John Francis (Next Level Franchising)\, moderated by Keith Gerson\, CFE. Covers FAC structure\, breaking down us-vs-them dynamics\, and turning councils into strategic assets. Complimentary; 60 minutes with Q&A. Includes a FAC Quick-Start Blueprint for attendees.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/the-fac-blueprint-transforming-friction-into-a-competitive-advantage/
LOCATION:CO
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SUMMARY:Dallas TX FBN | Private Equity and Institutional Investment Strategies in Franchising – Understanding Investment\, Expansion\, and Long-Term Value Creation
DESCRIPTION:A Franchise Business Network event covering where capital is flowing in franchising today\, evaluating franchise brands for investment\, balancing growth risk and profitability\, and long-term value creation. Speakers include Josh Wall (Unleashed Brands)\, Brad Stephenson (Neighborly)\, and Patrick P. McGee (MPK Equity Partners).
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/dallas-tx-fbn-private-equity-and-institutional-investment-strategies-in-franchising-understanding-investment-expansion-and-long-term-value-creation/
LOCATION:FranFund\, 6100 Western Pl\, Ste. 1000\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76107\, USA
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