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SUMMARY:Summer Learning Series: Field Support that Drives Franchisee Results
DESCRIPTION:An IFA Summer Learning Series session focused on redefining the Franchise Business Consultant role as a performance engine rather than relationship management. Covers establishing clear KPIs and accountability systems for field support teams and developing coaching skills that drive measurable franchisee results. Speaker: Greg Nathan CFE\, Founder & Director of Franchise Relationships Institute.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/summer-learning-series-field-support-that-drives-franchisee-results/
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SUMMARY:CFE KnowHow: Get the Most from Your CFE Journey
DESCRIPTION:An IFA session designed to help CFE candidates navigate the program with confidence. Covers the CFE program structure\, core and live credit categories\, how to earn credits through IFA Academy and live learning\, tracking progress\, and upcoming learning opportunities. Includes a live Q&A with the CFE team.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/cfe-knowhow-get-the-most-from-your-cfe-journey/
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SUMMARY:IFA Foundations of Franchising – August 2026
DESCRIPTION:IFA’s flagship online educational program covering the fundamentals of franchising. Earns 52 Core CFE Credits. Runs August 8 – September 13\, 2026.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/ifa-foundations-of-franchising-august-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual (Online Webinar)
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SUMMARY:AUGUST 2026: Change: How to Turn Uncertainty into Opportunity™ Accelerator: Leading Through Change & Growth
DESCRIPTION:A three-week cohort-based Executive Leadership Journey for franchise leaders navigating change\, growth\, and operational complexity. Built on FranklinCovey’s proven leadership frameworks\, the program combines self-paced IFA Academy learning with three live virtual Power Huddle sessions (August 12\, 19\, and 26). Covers building resilience\, aligning teams around change\, communicating change with clarity\, and strengthening a culture of continuous improvement. Earns 2.5 CFE Education plus 3 CFE Live credits.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/august-2026-change-how-to-turn-uncertainty-into-opportunity-accelerator-leading-through-change-growth/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T173000
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SUMMARY:Summer Learning Series: Crisis-Proofing Your Brand
DESCRIPTION:An IFA Summer Learning Series session providing a structured approach to identifying franchise system vulnerabilities and preparing teams to respond to disruption with speed and clarity. Covers system-wide risk assessment\, crisis management planning with defined roles and escalation protocols\, and communication strategies that maintain franchisee and stakeholder trust. Speaker: Michael Seid\, Managing Director of MSA Worldwide.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/summer-learning-series-crisis-proofing-your-brand/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261026
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SUMMARY:IFA Foundations of Franchising – September 2026
DESCRIPTION:IFA’s flagship online educational program covering the fundamentals of franchising. Earns 52 Core CFE Credits. Runs September 14 – October 25\, 2026.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/ifa-foundations-of-franchising-september-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual (Online Webinar)
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T173000
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SUMMARY:Fall Learning Series: The Unit Economics Deep Dive
DESCRIPTION:A hands-on IFA Fall Learning Series session exploring the financial metrics\, benchmarking tools\, and operational levers that drive stronger unit-level performance. Covers how to communicate financial insights effectively to franchisees to improve alignment and engagement across the system. Speaker: Aicha Bascaro CFE\, CEO and Founder of American Franchise Academy. Earns 1.5 CFE Live Credits.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/fall-learning-series-the-unit-economics-deep-dive/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T160000
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SUMMARY:Fall Learning Series – Bundle: Profitability Leadership & Future Readiness
DESCRIPTION:A three-session IFA Fall Learning Series for franchise leaders focused on financial performance\, leadership development\, and technology adoption. Sessions include: The Unit Economics Deep Dive (September 17\, Aicha Bascaro CFE)\, Leading High-Performance Teams Across the Franchise System (October 15\, Jason Gehrke CFE)\, and Digital Transformation & AI for Competitive Advantage (November 19\, speaker TBA). Earns 4.5 CFE Live Credits total.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/fall-learning-series-bundle-profitability-leadership-future-readiness/
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:CFE Essentials: Program Overview & Success Planning
DESCRIPTION:A free IFA virtual session helping CFE candidates navigate the program with confidence. Covers graduation requirements\, learning opportunities\, credit categories\, key milestones\, progress tracking\, and personalized planning. Designed for those aiming to graduate in 2027 and be recognized at the IFA Convention in Las Vegas — requirements must be completed by December 31. Speaker: Tiffany Brown SHRM-CP\, Manager of Education Programs\, IFA.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/cfe-essentials-program-overview-success-planning/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261005
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SUMMARY:IFA Foundations of Franchising - October 2026
DESCRIPTION:IFA’s flagship online educational program covering the fundamentals of franchising. Earns 52 Core CFE Credits. Runs October 5 – November 15\, 2026.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/ifa-foundations-of-franchising-october-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual (Online Webinar)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T163000
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SUMMARY:October 2026: Vision to Execution: The Leadership Journey
DESCRIPTION:A three-week cohort-based IFA Executive Leadership Journey built around the Everything DiSC® Work of Leaders model. Participants complete a personalized leadership assessment before the program begins and use their individual results across three live Power Huddles (October 7\, 14\, and 21\, 4:30–5:30 PM ET) to understand their natural leadership style\, explore how they approach Vision\, Alignment\, and Execution\, and develop practical strategies for leading with greater impact.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/october-2026-vision-to-execution-the-leadership-journey/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261014
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261108
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SUMMARY:Unit Management Fall Training – MANAGE
DESCRIPTION:A 4-week AFA guided cohort program helping new and single-unit franchisees\, unit managers\, and assistant managers become successful leaders and managers of franchise stores. Covers leading with confidence\, building and retaining a great team\, growing sales year over year\, and managing controllable costs to optimize profits. Cohort starts October 14\, 2026.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/unit-management-fall-training-manage/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T160000
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SUMMARY:Fall Learning Series: Leading High-Performance Teams Across the Franchise System
DESCRIPTION:An IFA Fall Learning Series session helping franchisor executives refine their leadership approach\, strengthen emotional intelligence\, and implement strategies that empower teams across every level of the organization. Covers building a culture of accountability\, collaboration\, and innovation that drives long-term performance. Speaker: Jason Gehrke CFE\, Director of Franchise Advisory Centre. Earns 1.5 CFE Live Credits.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/fall-learning-series-leading-high-performance-teams-across-the-franchise-system/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261214
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SUMMARY:IFA Foundations of Franchising Bootcamp – November 2026
DESCRIPTION:An immersive six-week online bootcamp presented in partnership with the YUM! Center for Global Franchise Excellence at the University of Louisville. Covers the franchise model and why it sometimes fails\, interpreting and discussing the FDD\, high-functioning franchisee-franchisor relationships\, scalable HR practices\, leading franchise teams through alignment and values\, and evaluating and financing growth opportunities. Taught by industry experts.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/ifa-foundations-of-franchising-bootcamp-november-2026/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=AEST:20261104T093000
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SUMMARY:Field Manager Bootcamp Advanced Fast-Track Pathway | November 2026
DESCRIPTION:A Franchise Relationships Institute pathway for experienced field managers who want to join the Advanced Field Manager Bootcamp without completing the Foundation program. Participants complete self-paced Foundation pre-work (short videos on key models and tools\, selected readings\, and diagnostic exercises)\, then attend a two-hour personal coaching session with Greg Nathan\, Founder of the Franchise Relationships Institute\, who debriefs their diagnostic results. Graduates join the Advanced Bootcamp alongside Foundation graduates. Six virtual sessions: November 4\, 10\, 12\, 17\, 19 and 20\, 9:30-11:30 AEST.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/field-manager-bootcamp-advanced-fast-track-pathway-november-2026/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T173000
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SUMMARY:Fall Learning Series: Digital Transformation & AI for Competitive Advantage
DESCRIPTION:An IFA Fall Learning Series session exploring how digital tools\, automation\, and AI can streamline franchise operations\, improve recruitment\, and elevate customer experience. Covers identifying high-impact opportunities and building a practical roadmap for technology adoption that supports long-term growth and competitive advantage. Earns 1.5 CFE Live Credits.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/fall-learning-series-digital-transformation-ai-for-competitive-advantage/
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