HOUSTON

George R. Brown Convention Center

May 12-13, 2018
Saturday 11am - 5pm / Sunday 11am - 4pm
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WHY ATTEND THE GREAT AMERICAN FRANCHISE EXPO?

The Great American Franchise Expo is the #1 trade show for those seeking to own a franchise. Attendance is free for all who register online. Our educational seminar topics include franchise law, how to grow absentee businesses, and franchise financing. We host expos in major cities all over the United States and we look forward to seeing you at our next show.
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EXPLORE
Franchise Concepts

Choose from hundreds of concepts in dozens of industries.

UNDERSTAND 
Franchise Law

Meet franchise law experts to guide you through the legal process.

DISCOVER
Financing Options

Learn about financing options available to fund your new business.

MEET
Franchise Professionals

Interact with franchisors with decades of experience.
George R. Brown Convention Center
THE CITY

Geographically centered between the East and West coasts, Houston has an exceptional airline system, deep sea port and intracoastal waterway, multiple major railroads and intermodal facilities, and a world-class highway system. The City has a distinctly favorable business climate and the region benefits from a skilled workforce and a pro-business environment that stimulates business growth in multiple industries including energy,health care, nanotechnology, aerospace and information technology. Houston region is one of the most important industrial bases in the world, has is the nation’s fifth-largest office market is also home to the largest medical complex in the world - the Texas Medical Center.

THE VENUE

At 1.2 million usable square feet, the George R. Brown Convention Center ranks among the 10 largest convention centers in the nation. Convention-goers in Houston will appreciate the excitement and convenience afforded by the George R. Brown's downtown location. The GRB is flanked by the Toyota Center, home of the Rockets, to the south and Minute Maid Park, home of the Astros, to the north. Connected via two skybridges is the 1,200 room Hilton-Americas and coming in 2017 and also connecting via skybridge is the 1,000 room Marriot Marquis. 


1001 Avenida De Las Americas, Houston, TX 77010

PAST EXHIBITORS

SPONSORS

 TESTIMONIALS

Kurt Landwehr
VP – Franchise Development
Regis Corp. / Supercuts
"Exhibiting at the Great American Franchise Expo is a great ROI for growing our brands."
Ed Pearson 
VP Sales and Development Meineke
"Participating in these shows is a must if you are looking to achieve your annual goals and get exposure. "

Josh York
CEO
GYMGUYZ!
"Working with this team is one of best decisions GYMGUYZ has ever made! Their team are leaders in the industry. They’re knowledgeable and extremely professional. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to buy grow their brand. It will be the best decision you ever made!"
Jesse Coslov
CEO
DogStop
"The Great American Franchise Expos have been a great way for us to meet new prospective franchisees and allow us get our concept in front of buyers who would have never known about The Dog Stop. This partnership has put us on the map in the franchise world and we couldn’t have done it without this A-team!”
Jeff Herr
President
St. Gregory
"St. Gregory is a world leader in franchise development and we have helped thousands of entrepreneurs partner with our franchise brands. These shows connect us with quality individuals who want to meet us face to face"
Rocco Fiorentino
Vice Chairman
Benetrends
"I truly enjoy participating in the trade shows that are organized by The Great American Franchise Expo. Their team is very professional, and we seem to get a great response from all of the shows. This team does an amazing job at promoting the shows for optimum attendance and amazing follow up."
David Lewis 
VP of Franchising
Express
“The Great American Franchise Expo team are the most connected professionals in the big world of franchising. They care more than most about ensuring a prospective franchise owner receives all the education and insider information possible through top notch shows."
Dave Wood
CEO
Firenza Pizza
"I can't say enough good things about working with the Great American Franchise Expo. From registration to the event, they are on top of their game. Make the right choice- The Great American Franchise Expo!"
David Nilssen 
CEO
Guidant Financial
"The Great American Franchise Expo produces a phenomenal show where franchisors and financing companies can connect with and learn from each other. Instead of focusing on quantity, they have developed an environment that facilitates having quality interactions. And, they certainly sprinkle some fun in along the way. I’d recommend them to any franchisor."
Rosemarie Hartnett 
President 
Abrakadoodle
“If you are looking for a high quality company, I highly recommend this one. They are the very best in the field, no compromise.”
Roger Schmidt
President
Young Chef's Academy
“The service is friendly and the results are always of the highest quality. This is one of the best companies I've had the pleasure of working with."
Doug Schadle
CEO
Rhino 7
“The first time I tried this company, I was hooked. Everything was so fabulous and easy."