Franchise Update Magazine Issue I, 2014 | Page 71

TOP3 Who SHOULD ATTEND There’s something for everyone at this conference. Whether you are a franchisee, franchisor or supplier. • Multi-Unit Franchisees 1 – Franchisee Networking # • Multi-Concept Franchisees • Area Developers and Area Representatives Engage with franchisees from a variety of industries, • Chain Store Operators discover new ideas, best practices, and develop • Franchisors relationships from business owners facing the • Franchise Investors same challenges. • Real Estate Professionals • Finance Professionals 2 – Education and Motivation # Over 60 multi-unit and multi-concept franchisee speakers will share their tactics, insights, and practical advice in 30 solution-focused sessions. Topics include: • Selecting and Adding New Brands The 2013 Multi-Unit Franchising Conference had record attendance of over 1,200 multi-unit franchisees, franchisors and franchise service providers. • Consumer Marketing • Customer Service Over 450 of the multi-unit franchisees • Recruiting, Retaining, and Rewarding Employees attending in 2013 represented: • Financing • Benchmarking Unit Performance • Healthcare and Government Regulations 3 – New Opportunities # Over 250 franchises and business solution providers looking to partner with successful multi-unit operators just like you will fill the expo hall. Find the next great brand to add to your portfolio. Discover a service provider that can boost your bottom line. • 47 U.S. States and Canada • 9,400 operating units • 180,000+ employees • $7.5 billion in annual systemwide revenue • 200+ brands including the following categories:  food (QSR, sit-down, fast-casual, yogurt, donuts, etc.), automotive, senior care, insurance, fitness, health, retail and more… • 38% have 2 or more brands • 47% operate in 2 or more states encompassing  more than 40 U.S. States and Canada • 70% are seeking additional brands • 50 companies came seeking specific brands