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SUMMARY:Tampa Franchise Trade Show & Expo
DESCRIPTION:The Great American Franchise Expo offers educational seminars\, networking\, and opportunities to meet franchisors and learn about owning a franchise.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/tampa-franchise-trade-show-expo/
LOCATION:Tampa Convention Center\, 333 S Franklin St\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, America/New_York
CATEGORIES:Trade Show
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T173000
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SUMMARY:Spring Seasonal Learning 2026: Align & Accelerate Growth – Culture & Ethics as Competitive Advantage
DESCRIPTION:IFA Seasonal Learning Series session focused on how culture and ethics can serve as a competitive advantage for franchise systems while aligning leadership and accelerating growth.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/spring-seasonal-learning-2026-align-accelerate-growth-culture-ethics-as-competitive-advantage/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Franchise Field Visit Foundations
DESCRIPTION:Two-day virtual training for field representatives and franchisor executives. The programme explores why field visits are important\, the roles of field managers\, and how to conduct effective franchise field visits to improve franchisor–franchisee relationships and system performance.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/franchise-field-visit-foundations/
LOCATION:Virtual (Online Webinar)
CATEGORIES:Training
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UID:2452-1773792000-1773964800@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Caribbean Franchise Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Caribbean’s first-ever Franchise Summit brings together Caribbean entrepreneurs\, policymakers\, investors\, and franchise experts to explore franchising as a catalyst for economic development and regional integration. Participants will learn how to build franchise-ready business systems\, secure financing\, navigate legal frameworks\, and plan for international expansion. Speakers include global franchise experts and the event is supported by BizConnect Caribbean and the U.S. Department of State.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/caribbean-franchise-summit-2026/
CATEGORIES:Summit
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T133000
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UID:2410-1773752400-1773754200@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Franchises Under Fire: Securing Your Business from Cybersecurity Threats
DESCRIPTION:Hackers work tirelessly to sharpen their tactics with AI and other tools\, threatening franchise systems with costly breaches. This IFA webinar helps franchise executives understand the cybersecurity landscape and offers cost-effective best practices to reduce risk and prepare for incidents.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/franchises-under-fire-securing-your-business-from-cybersecurity-threats/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260317
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UID:1831-1773705600-1773964799@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Franchise UnConference 2026
DESCRIPTION:UnConference will take place March 17–19\, 2026 at the Grand Summit Hotel in Park City\, Utah. Unlike traditional conferences\, UnConference features two hours of structured programming each morning and afternoons filled with intimate networking activities such as chairlift conversations and curated excursions\, allowing attendees to ski\, dine and connect with respected names in franchising.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/franchise-unconference-2026/
LOCATION:Grand Summit Hotel\, 4000 Canyons Resort Drive\, Park City\, UT\, 84098\, USA
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260316
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260323
DTSTAMP:20260419T132353
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UID:1557-1773619200-1774223999@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:International Franchising Fundamentals – March 2026
DESCRIPTION:The International Franchising Fundamentals course provides a blueprint for expanding into new markets with less risk and more reward.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/international-franchising-fundamentals-march-2026/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260316
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260319
DTSTAMP:20260419T132353
CREATED:20251027T010329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T010329Z
UID:1558-1773619200-1773878399@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:Powering franchise growth through technology and leadership\, the summit brings together restaurant franchise executives to share innovations\, strategies and success stories.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/restaurant-franchising-innovation-summit-2026/
LOCATION:Loews Coronado Bay Resort\, 4000 Coronado Bay Road\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118.0\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260314T093000
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DTSTAMP:20260419T132353
CREATED:20260113T002358Z
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UID:2252-1773480600-1773687600@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Franchise Expo Paris 2026
DESCRIPTION:Franchise Expo Paris 2026\, organized by InfoPro Digital and supported by the French Franchise Federation\, is one of the world’s leading franchise trade fairs. Taking place at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles from March 14–16 2026\, it brings together over 500 brands and thousands of entrepreneurs\, investors and franchisors for networking\, education and business development across workshops\, seminars and exhibitions.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/franchise-expo-paris-2026/
LOCATION:Paris Expo Porte de Versailles\, 1 Place de la Porte de Versailles\, Paris\, Île-de-France\, 75015\, France
CATEGORIES:Trade Show
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260314
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260316
DTSTAMP:20260419T132353
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T005110Z
UID:1979-1773446400-1773619199@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Houston Franchise Show 2026
DESCRIPTION:The National Franchise Show schedule lists the Houston show on March 14–15\, 2026 at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston. The event connects prospective franchisees with franchisors and offers educational seminars and networking opportunities.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/houston-franchise-show-2026/
LOCATION:George R. Brown Convention Center\, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas\, Houston\, TX\, 77010\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T132353
CREATED:20260219T003856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T003856Z
UID:2483-1773237600-1773241200@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Webinar | From Chaos to Clarity: How To Turn Inconsistent Franchise Data Into Real-Time Performance Insight
DESCRIPTION:In this IFA Wednesday Wise Webinar\, Qvinci CEO Brad Adams and Zachary Stein of Paul Davis Restoration discuss how elite franchises create a reliable data foundation to drive real-time performance management. The session covers data automation\, standardized chart of accounts\, vendor-agnostic inputs\, and franchise-focused financial infrastructure.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-from-chaos-to-clarity-how-to-turn-inconsistent-franchise-data-into-real-time-performance-insight/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T132353
CREATED:20260219T003856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T003856Z
UID:2482-1773147600-1773149400@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Webinar | The Local Visibility Problem: Why Locations Struggle to Rank in 2026
DESCRIPTION:In this IFA Lunch & Learn webinar\, Xan Gulish\, VP of Business Development at Consumer Fusion\, explores how hyperlocal search has changed franchise visibility in 2026. The session breaks down why traditional listing strategies fail\, how local visibility is built at the neighborhood level\, and how brands can measure ranking progress across multiple locations.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-the-local-visibility-problem-why-locations-struggle-to-rank-in-2026/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260309T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T234500
DTSTAMP:20260419T132353
CREATED:20251027T010328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T010612Z
UID:1556-1773043200-1773272700@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Fully Promoted Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:Fully Promoted’s annual summit\, “Raising the Bar\,” brings together franchisees and partners for branded apparel & promotional products\, with sessions from morning until late evening each day.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/fully-promoted-summit-2026/
LOCATION:Fort Worth Convention Center\, 1201 Houston St\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76102.0\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T124500
DTSTAMP:20260419T132353
CREATED:20251222T035946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T041035Z
UID:2073-1772625600-1772628300@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Multi-Unit Franchisee Success Series: What Should the District Manager Job Description Include
DESCRIPTION:This March webinar in the Multi‑Unit Franchisee Success Series explains what district managers should and shouldn’t be responsible for\, helping franchise owners delegate with confidence.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/multi-unit-franchisee-success-series-what-should-the-district-manager-job-description-include/
LOCATION:Virtual (Online Webinar)
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260413
DTSTAMP:20260419T132353
CREATED:20260311T040655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T041408Z
UID:2517-1772409600-1776038399@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:IFA Foundations of Franchising – March 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-march-2026/
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260228
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTSTAMP:20260419T132353
CREATED:20251020T005742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T011704Z
UID:1452-1772236800-1772409599@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Franchise Expo Ottawa 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Franchise Expo Ottawa is a major franchising exhibition featuring franchise opportunities and educational seminars.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/franchise-expo-ottawa-2026/
LOCATION:Ernst & Young Centre\, 4899 Uplands Drive\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1V 2N6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T173000
DTSTAMP:20260419T132353
CREATED:20251222T035945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T040121Z
UID:2068-1771862400-1771867800@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Become A Small Business Owner Through Franchising
DESCRIPTION:This SCORE Seattle online workshop helps aspiring entrepreneurs understand what franchising is and isn’t\, the laws and legal requirements in Washington State\, criteria for choosing a franchise\, due diligence methods and financing options\, with guidance from franchise coach Jeff Levy.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/become-a-small-business-owner-through-franchising/
LOCATION:Virtual (Online Webinar)
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T132353
CREATED:20260204T015207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T015207Z
UID:2421-1771837200-1771848000@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:CFE Courses & Professional Development Sessions (Monday)
DESCRIPTION:Monday CFE and Professional Development Sessions at the IFA Annual Convention focus on franchise agreements\, development strategy\, international expansion\, operations optimization\, financial coaching\, and multi-unit leadership. Designed for franchisor executives and franchise leaders\, these half-day workshops emphasize business-focused decision-making\, scalable systems\, and leadership effectiveness while offering IFA Live credits for Certified Franchise Executive candidates.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/cfe-courses-professional-development-sessions-monday/
LOCATION:Mandalay Bay Convention Center\, 3950 South Las Vegas Boulevard\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89119\, USA
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T132353
CREATED:20251001T143130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T143130Z
UID:1254-1771837200-1771848000@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Level Up Your Financial Coaching
DESCRIPTION:Workshop at the IFA 2026 Convention teaching franchise leaders financial fluency\, coaching tools and step-by-step frameworks to turn financial data into actionable strategies.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/level-up-your-financial-coaching/
LOCATION:Mandalay Bay Convention Center\, 3950 South Las Vegas Boulevard\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89119\, USA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260226
DTSTAMP:20260419T132353
CREATED:20251027T010328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T010328Z
UID:1555-1771804800-1772063999@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:GoTo Foods Franchise Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:GoTo Foods’ premier biennial gathering of franchisees\, suppliers and partners\, igniting growth through shared insights and new opportunities. Held at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/goto-foods-franchise-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Georgia World Congress Center – Building C\, 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30313.0\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260225T000000
DTSTAMP:20260419T132353
CREATED:20250924T080631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T080631Z
UID:1191-1771804800-1771977600@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:2026 IFA Annual Convention
DESCRIPTION:The premier event in franchising where franchisors\, franchisees\, and suppliers gather to discuss industry trends\, gain actionable insights\, and celebrate franchise excellence; includes franchise-focused education\, networking\, and community building.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/2026-ifa-annual-convention/
LOCATION:Mandalay Bay Convention Center\, 3950 South Las Vegas Boulevard\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89119\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T132353
CREATED:20260204T015207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T015207Z
UID:2419-1771750800-1771779600@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:IFA Fran-Guard™ – Franchise Compliance & Sales Mastery
DESCRIPTION:During the 2026 IFA Annual Convention\, this Fran‑Guard™ workshop equips franchise professionals to protect their brand\, reduce risk and cultivate a culture of ethics and compliance. Presenters explain the business case for compliance\, outline internal protection strategies and provide practical tools for effective compliance execution.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/ifa-fran-guard-franchise-compliance-sales-mastery/
LOCATION:Mandalay Bay Convention Center\, 3950 South Las Vegas Boulevard\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89119\, USA
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T132353
CREATED:20260204T015207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T015207Z
UID:2420-1771750800-1771779600@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:CFE & Professional Development Sessions (Sunday)
DESCRIPTION:CFE and Professional Development Sessions at the IFA Annual Convention offer full-day and half-day workshops focused on franchising leadership\, operations\, compliance\, sales culture\, financial performance\, artificial intelligence\, and trust-based leadership. These sessions provide hands-on learning\, peer discussion\, and real-world frameworks led by experienced franchise practitioners and subject-matter experts. Sessions offer IFA Live and Fran-Guard credits and are designed for franchise executives\, operators\, and emerging brand leaders seeking practical\, immediately applicable insights.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/cfe-professional-development-sessions-sunday/
LOCATION:Mandalay Bay Convention Center\, 3950 South Las Vegas Boulevard\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89119\, USA
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260223
DTSTAMP:20260419T132353
CREATED:20251107T020644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T020644Z
UID:1710-1771632000-1771804799@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Houston Franchise Trade Show & Expo
DESCRIPTION:This expo brings together franchise industry leaders and entrepreneurs for free seminars\, expert guidance\, and opportunities to explore numerous franchise concepts.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/houston-franchise-trade-show-expo/
LOCATION:Stafford Centre\, 10505 Cash Road\, Stafford\, TX\, 77477\, USA
CATEGORIES:Trade Show
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T173000
DTSTAMP:20260419T132353
CREATED:20251110T002055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T002616Z
UID:1739-1771516800-1771522200@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Winter Series: Building the Franchise Growth Dashboard: KPIs That Matter
DESCRIPTION:Data drives performance when you focus on the right metrics. This session helps participants identify and prioritize KPIs across development\, operations\, marketing and finance\, and guides them in designing an actionable dashboard for smarter\, data-driven decisions.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/winter-series-building-the-franchise-growth-dashboard-kpis-that-matter/
LOCATION:Virtual (Online Webinar)
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T132353
CREATED:20251118T025623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T025859Z
UID:1774-1771329600-1771333200@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Webinar | WFC – Take the Lead Tuesday’s – A Discussion with Catherine Monson\, CFE\, CEO & President\, Propelled brands
DESCRIPTION:This Take the Lead Tuesday webinar invites participants to a candid conversation with Catherine Monson\, CFE\, CEO & President of Propelled Brands. Hosted by the Women’s Franchise Committee\, the session provides leadership insights for women in franchising and encourages attendees to ask questions in a supportive\, unscripted environment.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-wfc-take-the-lead-tuesdays-a-discussion-with-catherine-monson-cfe-ceo-president-propelled-brands/
LOCATION:Virtual (Online Webinar)
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260217
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SUMMARY:2026 Home Franchise Concepts International Convention
DESCRIPTION:Home Franchise Concepts’ international convention brings together franchisees and brand leaders from its family of home services brands — including Budget Blinds\, Kitchen Tune‑Up\, Bath Tune‑Up\, Lightspeed Restoration\, PremierGarage\, The Tailored Closet\, Aussie Pet Mobile and Two Maids — for multiple days of training\, education and networking. The event encourages franchise owners to learn from peers and experts\, build relationships and gain inspiration to grow their businesses. Home Franchise Concepts describes itself as a home‑services franchise family that helps franchise owners reach their potential and create positive change in their communities.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/2026-home-franchise-concepts-international-convention/
LOCATION:The Venetian Resort Las Vegas\, 3355 Las Vegas Boulevard South\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89109\, USA
CATEGORIES:Convention
ORGANIZER;CN="Home Franchise Concepts":MAILTO:info@homefranchiseconcepts.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260216
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SUMMARY:Cleveland Franchise Show
DESCRIPTION:Franchise business show presenting numerous franchise opportunities and seminars.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/cleveland-franchise-show/
LOCATION:Cleveland I-X Center – Concourse / Hall F1\, 1 I-X Center Dr\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44135\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T193000
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SUMMARY:Franchise Disclosure Reimagined: Brand Protection Strategies for 2026 and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Join the Dallas Franchise Business Network (FBN) for an in-person discussion focused on strengthening and protecting franchise brands as disclosure requirements continue to evolve. This session explores how franchisors can move beyond baseline compliance and use the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) as a strategic tool to support growth\, alignment\, and long-term brand integrity. Attendees will examine how key FDD items shape franchisee expectations\, apply disclosure strategies that reduce risk and support scalable growth\, and share real-world insights with fellow franchise leaders.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/franchise-disclosure-reimagined-brand-protection-strategies-for-2026-and-beyond/
LOCATION:Bloomin’ Blinds – Plano\, 5360 Legacy Dr\, Ste 155\, Plano\, TX\, 75024\, USA
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260212T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260212T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T132353
CREATED:20260113T002730Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: How to Franchise Your Business in the UK (February 2026)
DESCRIPTION:This 30‑minute webinar from UK franchise consultancy Familia teaches business owners how to convert a successful business into a scalable franchise. Attendees learn foundational elements\, financial realities and critical systems needed before franchising.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-how-to-franchise-your-business-in-the-uk-february-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual (Online Webinar)
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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