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SUMMARY:IFA Foundations of Franchising - May 2026
DESCRIPTION:IFA’s flagship online educational program covering the fundamentals of franchising. Earns 52 Core CFE Credits. Runs May 4 – June 14\, 2026.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/ifa-foundations-of-franchising-may-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual (Online Webinar)
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T130000
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SUMMARY:Webinar | People Prefer People: Why the Human Voice Still Wins in Franchising
DESCRIPTION:An IFA webinar exploring why authentic human connection remains the most powerful differentiator in franchise marketing and operations — even as automation and AI reshape how brands communicate with customers and franchisees.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-people-prefer-people-why-the-human-voice-still-wins-in-franchising/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260528
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SUMMARY:The 4 D's of Effective Time Management for District Managers and Above Store Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Time is the one thing in business that you can never get back. This session teaches the four classifications of tasks to improve efficiency and maximize results for district managers and above-store leaders.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/the-4-ds-of-effective-time-management-for-district-managers-and-above-store-leaders/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260528
DTSTAMP:20260523T160003
CREATED:20260511T235643Z
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SUMMARY:The Pacific Expansion Playbook: What U.S. Franchisors Must Know Before Entering Australia & New Zealand
DESCRIPTION:A Franchise Consortium webinar delivering a strategic playbook for U.S. franchisors considering expansion into Australia and New Zealand — covering regulatory requirements market entry strategies partner selection and the cultural and operational differences that determine success in the Pacific region.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/the-pacific-expansion-playbook-what-u-s-franchisors-must-know-before-entering-australia-new-zealand/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T140000
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SUMMARY:Webinar | Closing the Franchise Gap in the Age of AI Search: Why Local Social Is Where HQ and Franchisees Meet
DESCRIPTION:Every franchise brand lives with the same structural tension — HQ controls the strategy\, franchisees run the locations. In the age of AI search\, that gap has become a visibility problem. Local social has quietly become the layer where the franchise gap either closes or widens\, shaping both traditional local rankings and AI citation.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-closing-the-franchise-gap-in-the-age-of-ai-search-why-local-social-is-where-hq-and-franchisees-meet/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260528
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260529
DTSTAMP:20260523T160003
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SUMMARY:World Franchise Congress\, Multi-Unit Franchise Expo & Franchise Honors 2026
DESCRIPTION:The World Franchise Congress\, Multi-Unit Franchise Expo & Franchise Honors 2026 is a premier international franchising platform held in London during India Week. Organised by Franchise Digital Services (UK) in association with Franchise India and Entrepreneur APAC\, the event brings together multi-unit franchise investors\, experienced operators expanding their portfolios\, and global franchisors focused on cross-border growth. The event comprises three components: the World Franchise Congress\, featuring strategic discussions on international growth\, franchising models\, and cross-border partnerships; the Multi-Unit Franchise Expo\, a targeted platform for brands to connect with serious investors and expansion partners; and Franchise Honors\, a prestigious awards night celebrating excellence in franchising and offering premium networking with top-tier industry stakeholders.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/world-franchise-congress-multi-unit-franchise-expo-franchise-honors-2026/
LOCATION:Royal Lancaster London\, Lancaster Terrace\, London\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Expo
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T180000
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CREATED:20260213T022004Z
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SUMMARY:Transworld Regional Meeting – Minneapolis 2026
DESCRIPTION:United Franchise Group’s 2026 Regional Meetings bring Transworld professionals together to collaborate\, share best practices and connect. The Central & International Regional Meeting in Minneapolis features dynamic speakers\, interactive sessions and networking opportunities\, covering topics such as selling steps\, LOI vs BAPA\, transaction management\, local marketing plans\, activity KPIs and case studies.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/transworld-regional-meeting-minneapolis-2026/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Minneapolis\, 1300 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota\, 55403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T190000
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CREATED:20260519T230306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T230306Z
UID:2766-1779987600-1779994800@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Southeast Michigan FBN & WFN Event | Operators at the Center: What It Really Takes to Win in Franchising
DESCRIPTION:An evening of connection and real-world insight hosted by the SE Michigan Franchise Business Network and Women’s Franchise Network. Larisa Walega (Ziebart) moderates a panel of local franchisees covering what drives profitability today\, where franchisors and suppliers add value\, and hard-earned lessons from operators in the field. Speakers include Mandy Ristic (The Om Group)\, Dominic Buschini (Payroll Vault Franchising) and Anthony Toomey (Tomey Group LLC).
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/southeast-michigan-fbn-wfn-event-operators-at-the-center-what-it-really-takes-to-win-in-franchising/
LOCATION:Born in Detroit Store\, 1419 Woodward Ave\, Detroit\, MI\, 48226\, USA
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTSTAMP:20260523T160003
CREATED:20251022T030037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T030037Z
UID:1485-1780012800-1780185599@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:International Franchise Expo 2026
DESCRIPTION:International Franchise Expo brings together leading franchise brands and prospective franchisees across industries.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/international-franchise-expo-2026/
LOCATION:Jacob K. Javits Convention Center\, 429 11th Ave\, New York\, NY\, 10001-1188\, USA
ORGANIZER;CN="MFV Expositions":MAILTO:murphy.connolly@comexposium.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T160000
DTSTAMP:20260523T160003
CREATED:20260401T021320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T021320Z
UID:2618-1780138800-1780243200@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Columbus Franchise Trade Show & Money Expo
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/columbus-franchise-trade-show-money-expo-2/
LOCATION:Columbus Expo Center\, Columbus\, Ohio\, USA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260604
DTSTAMP:20260523T160003
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UID:2003-1780272000-1780531199@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:FranCamp Summer Camp NJ 2026
DESCRIPTION:FranCamp Summer Camp: NJ is a three-day\, hands-on bootcamp that focuses on selling your next franchise and sharpening your sales strategy\, storytelling and candidate journey. The FranCamp site promotes this new camp and lists the dates June 1–3 2026 in New Jersey.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/francamp-summer-camp-nj-2026/
LOCATION:Molly Pitcher Inn\, 88 Riverside Ave\, Red Bank\, NJ\, 07701
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260605
DTSTAMP:20260523T160003
CREATED:20260313T225148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T180649Z
UID:2542-1780272000-1780617599@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Franchise Growth & Marketing Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Franchise Growth & Marketing Conference (FGMC) brings together franchisor CMOs\, brand leaders\, and marketing teams to turn strategy into profitable unit-level growth. The conference focuses on rising customer acquisition costs\, AI-driven marketing expectations\, MarTech adoption\, franchisee ROI demands\, and translating corporate marketing strategy into measurable location-level performance. Sessions include growth pathway workshops\, learning labs on AI and marketing technology\, case studies from franchisors and suppliers\, and collaborative planning sessions designed to help franchise systems drive demand\, optimize marketing spend\, and create sustainable unit-level profitability.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/franchise-growth-marketing-conference-2026/
LOCATION:InterContinental Buckhead\, 3315 Peachtree Road N.E.\, Atlanta\, Georgia\, 30326\, USA
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTSTAMP:20260523T160003
CREATED:20260409T031029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T031029Z
UID:2642-1780272000-1783900799@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:IFA Foundations of Franchising – June 2026
DESCRIPTION:IFA’s flagship online educational program covering the fundamentals of franchising. Earns 52 Core CFE Credits. Runs June 1 – July 12\, 2026.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/ifa-foundations-of-franchising-june-2026/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:CFE,Education,foundations,franchising,IFA,online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260605
DTSTAMP:20260523T160003
CREATED:20251022T030038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T030038Z
UID:1490-1780358400-1780617599@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Franchise Customer Experience Conference (FCXC) 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Franchise Customer Experience Conference (FCXC) brings franchise leaders together to explore innovation in customer and franchisee experience; future event dates for 2026 are June 2–4\, 2026 in Atlanta\, GA.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/franchise-customer-experience-conference-fcxc-2026/
LOCATION:TBD Atlanta GA\, Atlanta\, GA\, USA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T133000
DTSTAMP:20260523T160003
CREATED:20260511T235325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T000601Z
UID:2738-1780405200-1780407000@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Webinar | The Hidden Half of Customer Experience: Where Operations Become the Brand
DESCRIPTION:An IFA webinar uncovering how back-of-house operations directly shape the customer experience — and why franchise brands that align operational consistency with customer-facing promises outperform those that treat them as separate disciplines.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-the-hidden-half-of-customer-experience-where-operations-become-the-brand/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T150000
DTSTAMP:20260523T160003
CREATED:20260511T235325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T235325Z
UID:2736-1780495200-1780498800@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Webinar | Balancing Franchisor Brand Control and Localized Marketing in Your System
DESCRIPTION:An IFA webinar examining how franchise brands can maintain brand consistency at the corporate level while enabling effective localized marketing execution at the unit level — covering tools strategies and governance models for franchise marketing systems.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-balancing-franchisor-brand-control-and-localized-marketing-in-your-system/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260608
DTSTAMP:20260523T160003
CREATED:20260113T002710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T004200Z
UID:2260-1780531200-1780876799@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Thailand Franchise & Business Opportunities (TFBO) 2026
DESCRIPTION:TFBO 2026 is the 22nd edition of the Thailand Franchise & Business Opportunities exhibition. Recognized as Thailand’s No. 1 international franchise expo\, the four‑day B2B event connects investors\, master franchisees and brand owners across Asia\, offering unmatched opportunities to explore\, invest and expand networks in the region’s rapidly growing franchise market.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/thailand-franchise-business-opportunities-tfbo-2026/
LOCATION:BITEC Bangkok (EH 102)\, 88 Bangna-Trad Road\, Khwaeng Bang Na\, Khet Bang Na\, Bangkok\, Bangkok\, 10260\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Expo
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260608
DTSTAMP:20260523T160003
CREATED:20251107T020645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T030139Z
UID:1716-1780704000-1780876799@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Columbus Franchise Trade Show & Money Expo
DESCRIPTION:Be part of the action at the Columbus Franchise Trade Show & Money Expo at the Columbus Expo Center on June 6-7 2026. This event brings together franchise brands\, investment opportunities\, educational seminars\, and one-on-one consultations for aspiring entrepreneurs and growth-minded franchisees. Attendees gain access to expert coaching\, franchise financing insight\, and hundreds of live brand-booth conversations — all in one venue.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/columbus-franchise-trade-show-money-expo/
LOCATION:Columbus Expo Center\, Columbus\, Ohio\, USA
CATEGORIES:Trade Show
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260610
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260611
DTSTAMP:20260523T160003
CREATED:20260511T235643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T235643Z
UID:2745-1781049600-1781135999@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Why AI Won't Recommend Your Franchise Network
DESCRIPTION:A Gerson Advisory Services webinar exploring why most franchise networks are invisible to AI recommendation engines — and what franchisors must change in their digital presence operations and data infrastructure to become AI-recommended brands.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/why-ai-wont-recommend-your-franchise-network/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260611
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260614
DTSTAMP:20260523T160003
CREATED:20251031T020444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T020444Z
UID:1604-1781136000-1781395199@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:ISoF 39th Annual Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:The International Society of Franchising (ISoF) will host its 39th Annual Conference June 11-13\, 2026 at John Cabot University in Rome\, Italy\, bringing together researchers and practitioners to discuss franchise issues.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/isof-39th-annual-conference-2026/
LOCATION:John Cabot University\, Via della Lungara\, 233\, Rome\, 00165\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260615
DTSTAMP:20260523T160003
CREATED:20251020T005358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T005358Z
UID:1462-1781308800-1781481599@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Portland Franchise Show
DESCRIPTION:Franchise show presenting franchise opportunities and educational seminars in Portland.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/portland-franchise-show/
LOCATION:Portland Expo Center – Hall B\, 2060 N Marine Dr\, Portland\, OR\, 97217\, USA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T133000
DTSTAMP:20260523T160003
CREATED:20260511T235643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T000837Z
UID:2743-1781614800-1781616600@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Webinar | Territory Mapping: The New Era of Franchise Growth
DESCRIPTION:An IFA webinar on how modern territory mapping tools and data-driven approaches are reshaping franchise expansion strategy — helping franchisors define protect and optimize territories for sustainable unit-level growth.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-territory-mapping-the-new-era-of-franchise-growth/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T150000
DTSTAMP:20260523T160003
CREATED:20260511T235643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T000944Z
UID:2746-1781704800-1781708400@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:The Playbook for Turning Top-Line Growth Into Bottom-Line Results
DESCRIPTION:A Gerson Advisory Services webinar providing franchise executives with a practical framework for converting revenue growth into sustainable profitability — covering unit economics cost management franchisee performance and operational leverage.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/the-playbook-for-turning-top-line-growth-into-bottom-line-results/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T124500
DTSTAMP:20260523T160003
CREATED:20260326T004546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T004546Z
UID:2574-1781782200-1781786700@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Networking | Franchise Community Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:A working virtual room for franchise leaders seeking meaningful discussion\, actionable best practices\, and deeper community connections. Facilitated by Emily Estes and Evan Hackel.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/virtual-networking-franchise-community-roundtable-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Networking
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTSTAMP:20260523T160003
CREATED:20251124T000343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T000831Z
UID:1832-1782259200-1782518399@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Service Franchise Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:Service Franchise Summit 2026 is a high‑impact summit for franchise executives in home services\, health\, fitness\, pet\, education and other service industries. Held June 24–26\, 2026 at Sundance Resort in Utah\, the summit brings operators and decision‑makers together to shape the next phase of scalable\, profitable franchise growth in a focused environment for strategic work\, collaboration and execution.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/service-franchise-summit-2026/
LOCATION:Sundance Resort\, 8841 N Alpine Loop Rd\, Sundance\, UT\, 84604\, USA
CATEGORIES:Summit
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260628
DTSTAMP:20260523T160003
CREATED:20260113T002711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T002711Z
UID:2261-1782259200-1782604799@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:ABF Franchising Expo 2026
DESCRIPTION:The ABF Franchising Expo 2026 is the world’s largest franchise fair\, held at Expo Center Norte in São Paulo. Organized by the Associação Brasileira de Franchising and Informa Markets\, the four‑day expo brings together more than 420 brands and 60\,000 visitors\, offering high‑quality content\, immersive experiences and networking opportunities for entrepreneurs and investors seeking new franchise models and strategic connections.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/abf-franchising-expo-2026/
LOCATION:Expo Center Norte\, Rua José Bernardo Pinto\, 333\, Vila Guilherme\, São Paulo\, SP\, 02055-000\, Brazil
CATEGORIES:Expo
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T180000
DTSTAMP:20260523T160003
CREATED:20260213T022005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T023744Z
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SUMMARY:Transworld Regional Meeting – Las Vegas 2026
DESCRIPTION:United Franchise Group’s 2026 Regional Meetings bring Transworld professionals together to collaborate\, share best practices and connect. The West Regional Meeting in Las Vegas features dynamic speakers\, interactive sessions and networking opportunities\, with agenda topics including selling steps\, LOI vs BAPA\, transaction management\, local marketing plans\, activity KPIs and case studies.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/transworld-regional-meeting-las-vegas-2026/
LOCATION:TBA Las Vegas\, Las Vegas\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T150000
DTSTAMP:20260523T160003
CREATED:20260429T230948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T230948Z
UID:2692-1782396000-1782399600@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Webinar | Network. Engage. Grow.: IFA Regional Events & Mentorship
DESCRIPTION:An overview of how IFA works to Protect\, Enhance\, and Promote the franchise community. Covers member programs\, IFA Academy\, Regional Franchising Networks (FBN & WFN)\, and the IFA Mentor Program (Franship). Ideal for new and longtime IFA members.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-network-engage-grow-ifa-regional-events-mentorship/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260702T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260703T163000
DTSTAMP:20260523T160004
CREATED:20260113T002710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T002710Z
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SUMMARY:Japan Int'l Franchise Show Osaka 2026
DESCRIPTION:Japan Int’l Franchise Show Osaka 2026 brings one of the country’s largest franchise exhibitions to western Japan. Hosted at INTEX Osaka\, it showcases services and products for aging society needs\, home food\, product deliveries and more\, drawing distributors\, investors and franchisers seeking to expand into the Japanese market.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/japan-intl-franchise-show-osaka-2026/
LOCATION:INTEX Osaka\, 1-5-102 Nanko-Kita\, Suminoe-ku\, Osaka\, Osaka\, 559-0034\, Japan
CATEGORIES:Trade Show
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTSTAMP:20260523T160004
CREATED:20251228T233104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T233104Z
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SUMMARY:JIB-NFA Franchise Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:The National Jack in the Box Franchisee Association (JIB‑NFA) brings Jack in the Box operators\, corporate personnel and allied partners together for networking and business development. The 2026 conference takes place July 13–17 at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort in Lahaina\, Hawaii\, featuring a golf tournament\, general sessions\, receptions and a tradeshow.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/jib-nfa-franchise-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Maui Resort\, 200 Nohea Kai Drive\, Lahaina\, HI\, 96761\, USA
CATEGORIES:Conference
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