DALLAS EXPO seminar SCHEDULE
SATURDAY MARCH 9TH - SUNDAY MARCH 10TH
ABOUT THE SEMINARS
- Learn from the experts
- Sit in on discussion panels
- Interact with other entrepreneurs
- Meet with legal and financial experts
DALLAS SEMINAR SCHEDULE
SATURDAY MARCH 9TH 2019
10:45 AM
RIBBON CUTTING
11:00 AM
THE GREAT AMERICAN FRANCHISE EXPO BEGINS
11:40 AM - 12:10 PM
NETWORKING MASTER CLASS
Gary Laney - Trustergrity
12:20 PM - 12:50 PM
DON'T MESS UP! TIPS TO AVOID MISTAKES WHEN BUYING A FRANCHISE
Todd Weiss - The Franchise Consulting Company
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
FRANCHISE YOUR BUSINESS
Chris Connor - Franchise Marketing Systems
1:40 PM - 2:10 PM
HOW TO DRIVE EXPLOSIVE GROWTH
Bobby Brennan - Franchise Fastlane
2:20 PM - 2:50 PM
CBD AND CANNABIS OPPORTUNITIES
Rafael Olartecoechea - Advanced Therpeutics
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE BUYING A FRANCHISE
Jason Power - Barber Power Law Group
3:40 PM - 4:10 PM
FRANCHISE FUNDING STRATEGIES
Shirley Kefgen - FranFund
4:20 PM - 4:50 PM
FRANCHISOR SPOTLIGHT
Butch Mogavero, CEO | Boulder Designs & Border Magic
DALLAS SEMINAR SCHEDULE
SUNDAY MARCH 10TH 2019
11:40 AM - 12:10 PM
FRANCHISE FUNDING STRATEGIES
Christine Hansen - FranFund
12:20 PM - 12:50 PM
FRANCHISE YOUR BUSINESS
Chris Connor - Franchise Marketing Systems
1:00 PM - 1:30PM
FRANCHISE 101
Seth Lederman - The Franchise Consulting Company
1:40 PM - 2:10 PM
WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE BUYING A FRANCHISE?
Jason Power - Barber Power Law Group
2:20 PM - 2:50 PM
HOW TO DRIVE EXPLOSIVE GROWTH
Bobby Brennan - Franchise Fastlane
3:00 PM- 3:30 PM
THE A TO Zs OF BUYING A FRANCHISE
Patrick Elsner - The Franchise Consulting Company
3:40 PM - 4:00 PM
FRANCHISOR SPOTLIGHT
Butch Mogavero, CEO | Boulder Designs & Border Magic
INFLUENTIAL SPEAKERS
GARY LANEY | TRUSTEGRITY
SATURDAY MARCH 9TH | 11:40 AM - 12:10 PM
NETWORKING MASTERCLASS
Trustegrity provides a platform for networking, knowledge sharing and collaboration. Their mission is to be the preeminent membership community of entrepreneurs, professionals and trusted advisors dedicated to each other's success. Join Gary for a masterclass in networking best practices.
SATURDAY MARCH 9TH | 12:20 PM - 12:50 PM
TODD WEISS | THE FRANCHISE CONSULTING COMPANY
DON'T MESS UP! TIPS TO AVOID MISTAKES WHEN BUYING A FRANCHISE
Todd Weiss, CFA is an industry leader in both the franchise and coaching industries. He possesses a special passion for helping people become their absolute best with the gifts they’ve been given. Todd's informative session will give you a behind the scenes look at the future of franchising and how to bypass the pitfalls of buying a franchise.
SATURDAY MARCH 9TH | 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
CHRIS CONNOR | FRANCHISE MARKETING SYSTEMS
FRANCHISE YOUR BUSINESS
For business owners that are considering whether to franchise your business or entrepreneurs that have questions on how to buy a franchise, FMS provides consultative guidance and advice on how to best manage the franchise industry. Mr. Conner has worked directly with several hundred different franchise systems as a franchise consultant and advisor. Chris will walk attendees through the process of franchising their business and embarking on the path to true independence.
SATURDAY MARCH 9TH | 1:40 PM - 2:10 PM
BOBBY BRENNAN | FRANCHISE FASTLANE
HOW TO DRIVE EXPLOSIVE GROWTH IN YOUR FRANCHISE
Franchisors, If you are interested in learning more about how Franchise FastLane has helped their franchisors move from emerging brands to some of the Fastest growing brands in the country this is the presentation for you. Franchise FastLane is a full turn key franchise development company and they will be talking about how their process works, what makes a good franchise partner and the success they have achieved for the franchise brands they represent. You drive your business. We drive your growth!
SATURDAY MARCH 9TH | 2:20 PM - 2:50 PM
RAFAEL OLARTECOECHEA | ADVANCED THERPEUTICS
CBD AND CANNABIS OPPORTUNITIES
The Cannabidiol (CBD) industry is exploding and you can learn how to start a business and be a part of it! CBD is a naturally occurring compound found in the resinous flower of cannabis, a plant with a rich history as a medicine going back thousands of years. Today the therapeutic properties of CBD are being tested and confirmed by scientists and doctors around the world. With over 20 years of pharma industry leadership experience, Rafael Olartecoechea, CEO of Advanced Therapeutics is one of the leaders in this field - be sure to join this info packed seminar to learn about this exciting field.
SATURDAY MARCH 9TH | 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
JASON POWER | BARBER POWER LAW GROUP
WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE BUYING A FRANCHISE?
Are you interested in buying a franchise but have questions about what to ask the franchisor or how the relationship will work? Our seminar will give you an overview of the good and bad aspects of franchising, questions to ask yourself and the franchisor, and general tips on reading and understanding the franchise documents.
SATURDAY MARCH 9TH | 3:40 PM - 4:10 PM
SHIRLEY KEFGEN | FRANFUND
FRANCHISE FUNDING STRATEGIES
Explore the different the programs available for funding and how to use them to purchase your franchise quickly safely and economically. Senior Funding Consultant, Shirley Kefgen, will walk you through your options in SBA Loan Facilitation, 401(k) rollovers for business capitalization, Signature Loans and Securities Backed Financing.
SATURDAY MARCH 9TH | 4:20 PM - 4:50 PM
BUTCH MOGAVERO | BOULDER DESIGNS AND BORDER MAGIC
FRANCHISOR SPOTLIGHT
If you are looking to own your own business, or add a new product line to your existing business; then Boulder Designs® or Border Magic® may be what you’re looking for. They are both simple systems with low entry cost and minimal inventory requirements.
SATURDAY MARCH 10TH | 11:40 PM - 12:10 PM
CHRISTINE HANSEN | FRANFUND
FRANCHISE FUNDING STRATEGIES
Explore the different the programs available for funding and how to use them to purchase your franchise quickly safely and economically. Senior Funding Consultant, Shirley Kefgen, will walk you through your options in SBA Loan Facilitation, 401(k) rollovers for business capitalization, Signature Loans and Securities Backed Financing.
SATURDAY MARCH 10TH | 12:20 PM - 12:50 PM
CHRIS CONNOR | FRANCHISE MARKETING SYSTEMS
FRANCHISE YOUR BUSINESS
For business owners that are considering whether to franchise your business or entrepreneurs that have questions on how to buy a franchise, FMS provides consultative guidance and advice on how to best manage the franchise industry. Mr. Conner has worked directly with several hundred different franchise systems as a franchise consultant and advisor. Chris will walk attendees through the process of franchising their business and embarking on the path to true independence.
SATURDAY MARCH 10TH | 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
SETH LEDERMAN | THE FRANCHISE CONSULTING COMPANY
FRANCHISE 101
Seth, a Franchise Acquisition and Development Specialist, is a multi-faceted entrepreneur with 26 years of experience in small business success, including ownership and sale of his own business enterprises. Join Seth for a fascinating glimpse into the world of franchising.
SATURDAY MARCH 10TH | 1:40 PM - 2:10 PM
JASON POWER | BARBER POWER LAW GROUP
WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE BUYING A FRANCHISE?
Are you interested in buying a franchise but have questions about what to ask the franchisor or how the relationship will work? Our seminar will give you an overview of the good and bad aspects of franchising, questions to ask yourself and the franchisor, and general tips on reading and understanding the franchise documents.
SATURDAY MARCH 10TH | 2:20 PM - 2:50 PM
BOBBY BRENNAN | FRANCHISE FASTLANE
HOW TO DRIVE EXPLOSIVE GROWTH IN YOUR FRANCHISE
Franchisors, If you are interested in learning more about how Franchise FastLane has helped their franchisors move from emerging brands to some of the Fastest growing brands in the country this is the presentation for you. Franchise FastLane is a full turn key franchise development company and they will be talking about how their process works, what makes a good franchise partner and the success they have achieved for the franchise brands they represent. You drive your business. We drive your growth!
SATURDAY MARCH 10TH | 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
PATRICK ELSNER | THE FRANCHISE CONSULTING COMPANY
THE A TO Zs OF BUYING A FRANCHISE
Patrick Elsner has a real passion for business ownership and a true understanding of why not everyone is suited for a cubicle in corporate America. His unbridled success as a consultant today is due to the notion that he truly understands when people say things like “I want financial freedom” or “I’m tired of being just a number here at my company.” Having left an executive management position with a major media company 13 years ago to work with small businesses on best practices, he shares people’s dreams and understands how to help people make intelligent decisions with both logic and emotion.
SATURDAY MARCH 10TH | 3:40 PM - 4:30 PM
BUTCH MOGAVERO | BOULDER DESIGNS AND BORDER MAGIC
FRANCHISOR SPOTLIGHT
If you are looking to own your own business, or add a new product line to your existing business; then Boulder Designs® or Border Magic® may be what you’re looking for. They are both simple systems with low entry cost and minimal inventory requirements.