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SUMMARY:Hello Mastermind Fall Retreat 2026
DESCRIPTION:In-person mastermind retreat for franchising leaders emphasizing high-impact peer discussions\, leadership development\, and networking.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/hello-mastermind-fall-retreat-2026/
LOCATION:TBA Denver\, Denver\, CO\, USA
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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SUMMARY:Webinar | Proven Ways to Standardize Franchise Operations and Scale with Confidence
DESCRIPTION:A 30-minute Method CRM Lunch & Learn on bringing consistency\, visibility\, and efficiency to a franchise network. Shows how each franchisee can keep its own QuickBooks file for accounting while HQ gains cross-location visibility and standardizes operations through an AI-customizable CRM.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-proven-ways-to-standardize-franchise-operations-and-scale-with-confidence/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Ohio FBN Event | Strategic Growth Mindset
DESCRIPTION:An IFA Ohio Franchise Business Network breakfast session with James Stapleton on adopting a Strategic Growth Mindset built on clarity\, resilience\, preparation\, emotional control\, and belief in your potential. Includes personal stories\, practical insights\, and exercises on defining goals and overcoming setbacks\, followed by a roundtable discussion and networking with peers across the franchise industry.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/ohio-fbn-event-strategic-growth-mindset/
LOCATION:Caring Transitions Headquarters\, 4755 Lake Forest Dr.\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45242\, USA
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261104
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SUMMARY:Franchise Marketing Live 2026
DESCRIPTION:Franchise Marketing Live is a two-day conference for franchise marketing professionals. It brings platform insiders and top franchise marketers together for strategies\, tools\, and conversations about the trends and technologies shaping 2027. The event features sessions\, panels\, power plays\, roundtables and networking.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/franchise-marketing-live-2026/
LOCATION:TBA (Denver)\, Denver\, CO\, USA
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261109
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SUMMARY:Dream Vacations National Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:Dream Vacations’ 2026 National Conference invites travel advisors aboard Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas for a week of networking\, education and unforgettable experiences. Sailing from Port Canaveral\, Florida from November 1–8\, the conference blends educational sessions\, panel discussions and visits to ports such as Perfect Day at CocoCay\, St. Thomas and St. Maarten\, making it the first industry conference on an Icon Class ship.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/dream-vacations-national-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Star of the Seas Cruise Ship\, Port Canaveral\, FL\, 32920\, USA
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261031
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261102
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SUMMARY:Los Angeles/Pasadena Franchise Show 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Los Angeles Pasadena Franchise Show is a two day event where top franchise brands meet motivated future owners. Attendees get one on one conversations with franchisors and seminars that break down the realities of buying and building.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/los-angeles-pasadena-franchise-show-2026/
LOCATION:Pasadena Convention Center\, 300 East Green Street\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T130000
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SUMMARY:Webinar | Coaching 62 Territories From One Set of Numbers
DESCRIPTION:An IFA webinar on how We Sell Restaurants turned franchisee data into a coaching system with Zoho Analytics. Robin Gagnon and Eric Gagnon of We Sell Restaurants join Ali Shabdar of Zoho to show how they built a brand-wide view to spot top\, mid-tier\, and underperforming franchisees across 62 territories\, gave franchisees their own benchmarked dashboards\, turned performance reviews into focused coaching conversations\, and saved 50 hours per reporting project.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-coaching-62-territories-from-one-set-of-numbers/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T140000
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SUMMARY:Webinar | Understanding What Drives Profitability Differences Across Franchise Locations
DESCRIPTION:An IFA webinar digging into the financial and operational factors behind unit-level profitability and what high-performing locations do differently. Covers the cost and margin drivers that separate top performers\, how to read and compare P&Ls across locations to spot problems early\, how benchmarking turns network data into actionable franchisee coaching\, and practical strategies to improve profitability one location at a time. Built for franchise leaders in operations\, finance\, and franchisee support.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-understanding-what-drives-profitability-differences-across-franchise-locations/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261031
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UID:2187-1793145600-1793404799@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:FBR Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:The FBR Summit returns to Austin October 28–30\, 2026. This intensive event is designed for franchise operations leaders and their teams\, providing hands-on strategies to improve franchisee success. Attendees work through their biggest operational challenges in collaborative sessions and leave with practical tools to implement immediately.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/fbr-summit-2026/
LOCATION:TBA (Austin)\, Austin\, TX\, USA
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T133000
DTSTAMP:20261007T205026Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar | Off the Hamster Wheel: Building a Franchise Marketing Strategy Your Whole Team Will Run With
DESCRIPTION:An IFA webinar on building a franchise marketing strategy in weeks — not months — that marketing\, sales\, finance\, and leadership all believe in and execute together. Covers why most franchise marketing teams are stuck running harder for the same results\, the Briefing Not the Brief approach for kicking off strategy with team buy-in\, and a one-page guide for immediate use. Speakers: Greg Morrell (CEO\, Tidehouse) and Juliet DiIorio (Chief Marketing & Growth Officer\, Senior Helpers).
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-off-the-hamster-wheel-building-a-franchise-marketing-strategy-your-whole-team-will-run-with/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T153000
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UID:3376-1793023200-1793028600@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Baltimore MD FBN Event | Meet & Greet Event with MD Congressman John Olszewski
DESCRIPTION:A select gathering of franchising executives and champions celebrating U.S. Rep. John A. Olszewski Jr. (D-Md. 2nd)\, who received the IFA Franchise Champion award in September 2026 and is a co-sponsor of the American Franchise Act. Attendees can learn about his priorities\, share their franchising story\, ask questions\, and network with the Maryland franchising community.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/baltimore-md-fbn-event-meet-greet-event-with-md-congressman-john-olszewski/
LOCATION:Celebree Huffman Brands\, 8029 Corporate Drive\, Nottingham\, MD\, 21236\, USA
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261026
DTSTAMP:20251120T030917Z
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UID:1810-1792800000-1792972799@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Dallas Franchise Trade Show & Money Expo
DESCRIPTION:The Dallas Franchise Trade Show & Money Expo takes place October 24-25 2026 at the Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas near Dallas\, Texas. With its central location for south-central U.S. markets\, this expo brings together national franchisors\, private equity-backed concepts\, real-estate experts and franchise lawyers — making it a must-attend for buyers and sellers alike.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/dallas-franchise-trade-show-money-expo-2/
LOCATION:Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas\, 500 W Las Colinas Blvd\, Irving\, TX\, 75039\, USA
CATEGORIES:Trade Show
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T160000
DTSTAMP:20251204T004857Z
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SUMMARY:Franchise Expo Cincinnati 2026
DESCRIPTION:Franchise Expo Cincinnati connects entrepreneurs and prospective business owners with over 125 exhibitors. The event allows attendees to explore franchise opportunities\, meet franchisors and industry experts\, and attend seminars that provide resources and insights for franchise ownership.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/franchise-expo-cincinnati-2026/
LOCATION:Duke Energy Convention Center – Hall C\, 525 Elm Street\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45202\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T133000
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UID:3375-1792674000-1792675800@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Webinar | The 5 Hidden Marketing Blind Spots Costing Franchise Systems Revenue
DESCRIPTION:An IFA webinar revealing five often-overlooked marketing gaps that drain franchise profitability\, even when marketing spend and lead volume are rising. Covers how rising acquisition costs\, AI-driven customer discovery\, and pressure to improve profitability make the old marketing playbook insufficient\, plus actionable steps to address each blind spot before 2027.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-the-5-hidden-marketing-blind-spots-costing-franchise-systems-revenue/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T130000
DTSTAMP:20260616T004313Z
CREATED:20260616T004313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T004313Z
UID:2819-1792670400-1792674000@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Webinar | Franchisor Forum: Unifying Local & National Marketing for Better Consumer Experience that Supports Brand Voice
DESCRIPTION:An IFA Franchisor Forum webinar on turning national marketing strategy into consistent local execution. Covers designing campaigns that translate at the unit level\, equipping franchisees with the tools for consistent execution\, balancing brand control with local market flexibility\, and using data to drive smarter decisions at both national and local levels.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-franchisor-forum-unifying-local-national-marketing-for-better-consumer-experience-that-supports-brand-voice/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T180000
DTSTAMP:20260910T000414Z
CREATED:20260910T000414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T000414Z
UID:3199-1792598400-1792605600@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Pittsburgh PA FBN Event | Managing Franchise Operational Risk
DESCRIPTION:An exclusive FBN Pittsburgh evening bringing franchise leaders together to tackle operational risk — identifying\, managing\, and mitigating the risks that threaten system performance and brand integrity. Features insights from franchise insurance risk leaders and legal counsel\, peer-to-peer dialogue\, and practical strategies for immediate implementation. Includes a tour of Helltown Brewery and food from the Savor My Flavor food truck.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/pittsburgh-pa-fbn-event-managing-franchise-operational-risk/
LOCATION:Helltown Brewing\, 5578 Old William Penn Highway\, Export\, PA\, 15632\, USA
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T150000
DTSTAMP:20261007T205445Z
CREATED:20260922T224235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T205445Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar | Group Therapy for Zors & Zees: An Unfiltered Conversation
DESCRIPTION:An IFA webinar putting a franchisee and a franchisor in the same room for an honest conversation about what each side actually wants\, what they’re afraid to ask\, and the hot takes typically left unsaid. Topics include royalties and how they’re used\, tech mandates\, and whether AI will fix anything or add complexity. Erik Van Horn (Co-founder\, Front Street Equity Partners) takes the franchisee chair; Dan Claps (CEO\, Voda Cleaning and Franchise Playbook) takes the franchisor chair. Includes anonymous audience Q&A.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-group-therapy-for-zors-zees-an-unfiltered-conversation/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T133000
DTSTAMP:20261016T201646Z
CREATED:20261016T201325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261016T201646Z
UID:3358-1792585800-1792589400@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:The Fastlane FTC Case: Who Is Responsible for the Franchise Sales Pitch?
DESCRIPTION:A Franchise-Info webinar examining the FTC’s complaint against Premier Franchising Group and Franchise Fastlane\, where over 200 buyers paid $49\,500 or more in initial fees based on claims of profitability with no experience required and less than 15 hours of work per week. The companies settled for a combined $1.85 million. Covers how franchisors can monitor outsourced sales practices\, control earnings claims\, and prevent Franchise Rule violations before they become an FTC case.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/the-fastlane-ftc-case-who-is-responsible-for-the-franchise-sales-pitch/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261022
DTSTAMP:20260910T000414Z
CREATED:20260910T000414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T000414Z
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SUMMARY:Building a Business Worth Selling: How to Build a Business You Can Sell or Hand Down
DESCRIPTION:A free AFA webinar on understanding what a franchise business is actually worth today and turning what has been built into a real asset that can be sold\, passed down\, or stepped back from. Part of the Multi-Unit Franchisee Success Series.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/building-a-business-worth-selling-how-to-build-a-business-you-can-sell-or-hand-down/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T150000
DTSTAMP:20260819T211314Z
CREATED:20260819T211314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T211314Z
UID:3092-1792504800-1792508400@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Webinar | Your Membership at Work: The IFA Foundation
DESCRIPTION:An IFA member orientation webinar hosted by Sydni Konohia and Zack Kirshner covering how IFA Protects\, Enhances\, and Promotes the franchise community. Includes an IFA Academy live demo from Lea Simmons and a spotlight on the IFA Foundation with Jillian Scott\, Tara McKeon\, and Wendy Kunz highlighting programs designed to strengthen and advance the franchise community.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-your-membership-at-work-the-ifa-foundation/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261019
DTSTAMP:20260511T235833Z
CREATED:20260511T235833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T235833Z
UID:2751-1792281600-1792367999@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Franchising After Dark – Tampa
DESCRIPTION:A Franchise Assembly after-hours networking event for franchise professionals in Tampa\, featuring candid conversations\, peer connection\, and community building in an informal setting.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/franchising-after-dark-tampa/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261019
DTSTAMP:20251202T033720Z
CREATED:20251202T033249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T033720Z
UID:1947-1792195200-1792367999@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Abbotsford Franchise Show 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Abbotsford Franchise Show is a two day event geared toward people ready to explore franchise ownership seriously. Visitors meet franchisors face to face and join practical sessions that walk through investment\, operations and growth.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/abbotsford-franchise-show-2026/
LOCATION:Tradex\, 1190 Cornell Street\, Abbotsford\, BC\, V2T 6H5\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261019
DTSTAMP:20251202T033515Z
CREATED:20251202T031947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T033515Z
UID:1931-1792195200-1792367999@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Tampa Franchise Show 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Tampa Franchise Show is a two day event for anyone ready to evaluate franchise opportunities without the usual noise. Guests meet franchisors\, compare models and join straight shooting seminars on what it takes to launch successfully.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/tampa-franchise-show-2026/
LOCATION:Tampa Convention Center\, 333 S Franklin St\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, America/New_York
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T173000
DTSTAMP:20260814T024238Z
CREATED:20260814T024238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T024238Z
UID:3083-1792080000-1792085400@gersonadvisoryservices.com
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T124500
DTSTAMP:20260929T013442Z
CREATED:20260929T013442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T013442Z
UID:3279-1792063800-1792068300@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Networking | Franchise Community Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:A NEFA virtual roundtable for franchise professionals seeking real conversations and practical insights. Facilitated by Chair Jamie Lavigne (Director of Franchise Development\, EverSmith Brands) and Co-Chair Brett Shraiar (Lead Financial Trainer\, Threshold Brands). Covers sharing best practices\, operational challenges\, and building trusted relationships across the franchise community.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/virtual-networking-franchise-community-roundtable-5/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T150000
DTSTAMP:20261007T205432Z
CREATED:20260915T010158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T205432Z
UID:3211-1791986400-1791990000@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Webinar | How Elite Franchisors Turn Franchisee Data Into Benchmarks Buy-In and Growth – Closing the Value Vacuum
DESCRIPTION:An IFA Wednesday Wise webinar with Qvinci CEO Brad Adams\, JETSET Pilates CEO Bertus Albertse\, and Matt Waller (Senior Director of Finance and Accounting) on eliminating the Value Vacuum — a one-way reporting process where franchisees submit data and get nothing useful in return. Covers automating location-level financial data collection\, mapping to brand-defined standards\, creating peer benchmarks and unit-level economics\, and increasing franchisee adoption by returning value to the unit.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-how-elite-franchisors-turn-franchisee-data-into-benchmarks-buy-in-and-growth-closing-the-value-vacuum/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261014
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261108
DTSTAMP:20260929T013442Z
CREATED:20260929T013442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T013442Z
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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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SUMMARY:Webinar | Closing the Consistency Gap: Best Practices Learned Across Hundreds of Multi-Location Brands
DESCRIPTION:An IFA webinar on how brand consistency erodes quietly across multi-location systems — one inconsistency at a time — and what to do about it. Uses a live scenario board format covering Reviews & Ratings\, Review Generation\, Listings\, Social\, and Proving Value to Franchisees. Consumer Fusion account managers share how they’ve handled real-world consistency problems across hundreds of multi-location and franchise brands in home services\, auto\, healthcare\, and retail.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-closing-the-consistency-gap-best-practices-learned-across-hundreds-of-multi-location-brands/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012
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SUMMARY:Denver Franchise Trade Show & Money Expo
DESCRIPTION:Explore the western market at the Denver Franchise Trade Show & Money Expo at the National Western Center on October 10-11 2026. Perfect for entrepreneurs eyeing expansion throughout the Mountain & Plains region\, this show offers access to high-growth franchise concepts\, franchisee success stories\, tailored workshops and capital-sourcing clinics.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/denver-franchise-trade-show-money-expo/
LOCATION:National Western Center\, 5115 Race Ct\, Denver\, CO\, 80216\, USA
CATEGORIES:Trade Show
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T130000
DTSTAMP:20260809T222709Z
CREATED:20260616T004313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260809T222709Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar | Franchisor Forum: Coaching vs Compliance
DESCRIPTION:An IFA Franchisor Forum webinar examining the distinction between coaching and compliance in franchise field support — and how franchise leaders can build cultures that drive performance through development rather than enforcement.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-franchisor-forum-coaching-vs-compliance/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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