2019 Franchise Summit

The FaegreBD Franchise Summit is a "can't miss" event for franchise executives nationally. In 2019, we will bring the best and brightest in franchising together for two days of meaningful dialogue. Topics will include:

• Why Collaborative Leadership Matters: Franchisor Attitude and Franchisee Engagement
• An Undying Brand Devotion: The Secrets to Delivering an Outstanding Customer Experience 
• The Keys to Delivering Effective Training and Operations Support Without Crossing the Joint Employer Line
• System Change Is Necessary but Must Move the Needle on Unit Level Economics
• Why Technology in Today’s World Impacts the Brand Promise and Bottom Line More Than Anything Else

This year, we are excited to have the 2019 IFA Chair, David Barr, and motivational business speaker Scott Greenberg as our keynote speakers along with a number of inspiring panelists, including: 

• John Adams, Grease Monkey International
• Tom Baber, Money Mailer Franchisee
• Susan Beth, NRD Capital
• Emma Dickison, Home Helpers Home Care
• Steve Hockett, Great Clips
• Ken Hutcheson, U.S. Lawns
• Tam Kennedy, Taco John’s Franchisee
• Saunda Kitchen, Mr. Rooter Franchisee
• Craig Leonard, Rally's Hamburger Franchisee
• Steve Murphy, Winmark Franchise
• Kerry Olson, CKE Restaurants
• Susan Rather, BrightStar Care and BrightStar Senior Living Franchisee
• Steve Romaniello, Roark Capital
• Jeff Tews, BrightStar Care and BrightStar Senior Living Franchisee
• Rob Weddle, Authority Brands
• Steve White, PuroSystems
• Jennifer Yiangou, Anytime Fitness