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SUMMARY:VetFran Event | Operation Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:A VetFran career fair at Fort Benning Georgia connecting transitioning service members\, veterans\, and military spouses with employers from local\, regional\, and national organizations. Includes direct access to recruiters and hiring managers across industries. Features a panel discussion on August 26 (15:30–16:30) for entrepreneurs and industry leaders\, followed by the career fair on August 27 (09:00–15:30).
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/vetfran-event-operation-career-fair/
LOCATION:1918 Club Ballroom\, 7010 Morrison Rd Bldg 128\, Fort Benning\, GA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:Webinar | Franchisor Forum: Make It Matter – Turning Advocacy into Action for Your Community
DESCRIPTION:An IFA Franchisor Forum webinar on how franchise leaders can translate advocacy efforts into meaningful community action — building local impact while strengthening brand relevance and franchisee engagement.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-franchisor-forum-make-it-matter-turning-advocacy-into-action-for-your-community/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Funding the Franchisee: The Missing Link in Franchise Sales
DESCRIPTION:A Franchise Consortium live event and streamed webinar on franchise funding strategy. Franchise Consortium founder sits down with Benetrends CEO Rocco Fiorentino and VP Anthony Byrd to address why funding is the one piece of the franchise sales process that nobody owns — and how to fix it. Available in-person at Fogo de Chão San Antonio Riverwalk or streamed live. Free.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/funding-the-franchisee-the-missing-link-in-franchise-sales/
LOCATION:Fogo de Chão San Antonio Riverwalk\, 849 E Commerce St #393\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78205\, USA
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914
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SUMMARY:NY–NJ Franchise Trade Show & Money Expo
DESCRIPTION:Join the region’s largest franchise marketplace at the NY/NJ Franchise Trade Show & Money Expo hosted at the American Dream on September 12-13 2026. Designed for the New York/New Jersey corridor\, this show features premiere franchise brands\, investor-ready opportunities\, educational tracks on growth strategy\, and on-site financing solutions — making it the go-to sh ow for serious franchise seekers in the northeast.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/ny-nj-franchise-trade-show-money-expo-2/
CATEGORIES:Trade Show
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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:20260916T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T150000
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SUMMARY:Webinar | Unlocking Franchise Growth: From 'Rogue Local' to Seamless Brand Compliance and Structure
DESCRIPTION:A Constant Contact webinar with Dave Charest and Matthew Montoya on how leading franchise brands maintain consistency across every location without limiting local marketing. Covers establishing brand guardrails without stifling local creativity\, deploying locked pre-approved templates\, streamlining local outreach with automated approvals\, and leveraging network-wide insights to improve performance and adoption.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-unlocking-franchise-growth-from-rogue-local-to-seamless-brand-compliance-and-structure/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T160000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T140000
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SUMMARY:Webinar | The Consultant-Franchisor Partnership: What Drives Mutual Success
DESCRIPTION:A FranNet-hosted IFA webinar with Jania Bailey CFE and franchise industry experts on optimizing communication and collaboration between franchise consultants and franchisors. Covers sharing clear brand information\, identifying consultant questions that signal a need for support\, and determining whether a joint strategy is effectively serving the client and growing the system. Earns 1 CFE IFA LIVE credit.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-the-consultant-franchisor-partnership-what-drives-mutual-success/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T120000
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SUMMARY:Webinar | Franchisor Forum: Discovery Day Success
DESCRIPTION:An IFA Franchisor Forum webinar on designing and executing high-impact Discovery Days that convert qualified candidates into committed franchisees — covering preparation candidate experience and follow-through strategies.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-franchisor-forum-discovery-day-success/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928
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SUMMARY:Detroit Franchise Trade Show & Money Expo
DESCRIPTION:Attend the Detroit Franchise Trade Show & Money Expo at the Oakland Expo Center in Waterford\, Michigan on September 26-27 2026. This regional powerhouse connects you with multi-brand franchisors\, capital partners\, and franchise development experts. Whether you’re evaluating your first franchise or expanding a multi-unit portfolio\, you’ll explore live exhibits\, insightful sessions\, and funding options under one roof.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/detroit-franchise-trade-show-money-expo/
LOCATION:Oakland Expo Center\, Detroit\, Michigan\, USA
CATEGORIES:Trade Show
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261116
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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)
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261007
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261010
DTSTAMP:20260723T011349Z
CREATED:20260723T011349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T011349Z
UID:2963-1791331200-1791590399@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Business Beyond the Battlefield Conference
DESCRIPTION:An IFA conference supporting veterans in achieving business ownership through franchising. Designed to help military veterans navigate the transition from service to entrepreneurship and the American dream of business ownership.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/business-beyond-the-battlefield-conference/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T130000
DTSTAMP:20260809T222709Z
CREATED:20260616T004313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260809T222709Z
UID:2817-1791460800-1791464400@gersonadvisoryservices.com
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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTSTAMP:20251120T030657Z
CREATED:20251120T030020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T030657Z
UID:1809-1791590400-1791763199@gersonadvisoryservices.com
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:20261015T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T173000
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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: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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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;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261026
DTSTAMP:20251120T030917Z
CREATED:20251120T030020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T030917Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261109
DTSTAMP:20251120T030839Z
CREATED:20251120T030021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T030839Z
UID:1811-1794009600-1794182399@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Phoenix Franchise Trade Show & Money Expo
DESCRIPTION:Wrap up the year with the Phoenix Franchise Trade Show & Money Expo at the Mesa Convention Center on November 7-8 2026. Geared toward expansion into the Southwest region\, this show features high-performance brand opportunities\, live “investor ready” panels and free strategic coaching sessions. Ideal for entrepreneurs looking to enter or scale in booming markets.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/phoenix-franchise-trade-show-money-expo/
LOCATION:Mesa Convention Center\, 263 N Center St\, Mesa\, AZ\, 85201\, USA
CATEGORIES:Trade Show
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261116
DTSTAMP:20260511T235834Z
CREATED:20260511T235834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T235834Z
UID:2752-1794700800-1794787199@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Franchising After Dark – Atlanta
DESCRIPTION:A Franchise Assembly after-hours networking event for franchise professionals in Atlanta\, featuring candid conversations\, peer connection\, and community building in an informal setting.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/franchising-after-dark-atlanta/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260723T011350Z
CREATED:20260723T011350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T011350Z
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SUMMARY:Emerging Franchisor Conference CFE Special Session | Sustainable Growth Requires Sustainable Support – Is Your Franchise System Ready to Expand?
DESCRIPTION:An interactive pre-conference workshop for emerging franchisors to assess whether their franchise system is operationally ready\, scalable\, and sustainable before accelerating growth. Covers operational consistency\, franchisee onboarding and support\, leadership alignment\, culture\, infrastructure\, and compliance risk. Moderated by Michael Seid\, Andrew Seid\, and Kay Ainsley (MSA Worldwide). Add-on to the 2026 Emerging Franchisor Conference.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/emerging-franchisor-conference-cfe-special-session-sustainable-growth-requires-sustainable-support-is-your-franchise-system-ready-to-expand/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T150000
DTSTAMP:20260723T011349Z
CREATED:20260723T011349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T011349Z
UID:2964-1794816000-1794841200@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:IFA Fran-Guard™
DESCRIPTION:An enhanced IFA compliance workshop equipping franchise professionals to lead with integrity and transform compliance from a regulatory requirement into a competitive edge. Covers the business case for compliance\, internal protection strategies\, cultivating a culture of ethics\, implementing legal compliance systems\, and practical compliance execution tools. Ideal for franchise executives\, legal professionals\, compliance managers\, and CFE participants. Add-on to the 2026 Emerging Franchisor Conference.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/ifa-fran-guard/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T150000
DTSTAMP:20260723T011350Z
CREATED:20260723T011350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T011350Z
UID:2966-1794834000-1794841200@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Pressure-Test Your Brand Growth Story
DESCRIPTION:A high-engagement 2-hour practice lab for emerging franchisor leaders focused on sharpening and pressure-testing their brand growth story. Participants clarify their market opportunity\, franchisee promise\, proof of readiness\, and next smart move — then practice a credible 90-second growth story and a four-move response structure for tough stakeholder questions. Add-on to the 2026 Emerging Franchisor Conference.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/pressure-test-your-brand-growth-story/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T150000
DTSTAMP:20260723T011350Z
CREATED:20260409T031340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T011350Z
UID:2652-1794924000-1794927600@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Webinar | Overcoming Obstacles in the Sales Process
DESCRIPTION:A FranNet-hosted IFA webinar with Jania Bailey CFE and franchise industry experts on overcoming common obstacles in the franchise client sales process. Covers getting to know the client\, listening for key conversation signals\, and determining whether a candidate is a good fit. Earns 1 CFE IFA LIVE credit.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-overcoming-obstacles-in-the-sales-process/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261120
DTSTAMP:20260723T011350Z
CREATED:20260723T011350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T011350Z
UID:2968-1794960000-1795132799@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:IFA26 SCALE
DESCRIPTION:SCALE by IFA — The Franchise Growth & Capital Summit — is a high-caliber event connecting franchise brands\, capital sources\, and strategic advisors in a focused deal-ready environment. Built around Strategy\, Capital\, Acquisition\, Leadership and Expansion\, SCALE is purpose-built for franchisors at a meaningful inflection point: seeking capital to accelerate growth\, exploring partnership or platform opportunities\, or preparing for or actively pursuing an exit.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/ifa26-scale/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260616T004330Z
CREATED:20260616T004330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T004330Z
UID:2822-1795089600-1795093200@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Webinar | Franchisor Forum: Trends that Franchise Leaders Cannot Ignore
DESCRIPTION:An IFA Franchisor Forum webinar highlighting the most critical emerging trends shaping the franchise industry — helping franchise executives anticipate change and position their systems for sustainable growth.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-franchisor-forum-trends-that-franchise-leaders-cannot-ignore/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T173000
DTSTAMP:20260814T024238Z
CREATED:20260814T024238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T024238Z
UID:3084-1795104000-1795109400@gersonadvisoryservices.com
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/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261217T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261217T130000
DTSTAMP:20260616T004330Z
CREATED:20260616T004330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T004330Z
UID:2823-1797508800-1797512400@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Webinar | Franchisor Forum: Recognition Programs that Work
DESCRIPTION:An IFA Franchisor Forum webinar on building effective franchisee and employee recognition programs — covering what drives meaningful recognition how to design programs that reinforce culture and the link between recognition and system-wide performance.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/webinar-franchisor-forum-recognition-programs-that-work/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270130
DTSTAMP:20260622T234144Z
CREATED:20260622T234144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T234144Z
UID:2849-1801008000-1801267199@gersonadvisoryservices.com
SUMMARY:Let's Grow! Franchise Sales & Development Assembly 2027
DESCRIPTION:The top-ranked franchise development and sales event in the industry. A comprehensive program covering everything from the basics of franchise development to the latest sales techniques and trends. Designed for franchise development professionals from beginners to seasoned experts.
URL:https://gersonadvisoryservices.com/event/lets-grow-franchise-sales-development-assembly-2027/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Dallas\, 300 Reunion Boulevard\, Dallas\, TX\, 75207\, USA
CATEGORIES:Conference
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