Author: John Francis

The Hidden Value of ZorForum: Avoiding Mistakes Before They Happen

John Francis on Sep 17, 2024 9:00:00 AM

 

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3 Ways to Sell to a Franchisor

John Francis on Aug 22, 2024 9:50:24 AM

 

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Who Keeps You Honest?

John Francis on Jul 24, 2024 10:30:00 AM

 

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The Art of Return and Building Lasting Relationships in Franchising

John Francis on Jun 25, 2024 9:00:00 AM

 

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The Value of a Franchise Brand Annual Conference

John Francis on May 23, 2024 10:00:00 AM

 

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Elevating Founders to CEOs: Transforming Businesses for Growth and Success

John Francis on Apr 22, 2024 3:32:54 PM

 

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Key Highlights from the 2024 Multi-Unit Franchise Conference in Las Vegas

John Francis on Mar 27, 2024 4:25:58 PM

I just returned from the 2024 Multi-Unit Franchise Conference (MUFC) in Las Vegas and had an incredible time! 

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Great Times at IFA 2024

John Francis on Feb 27, 2024 8:21:06 AM

Just got back from a great International Franchise Association (IFA) Annual Convention in Phoenix, Arizona, for 2024. From participating in the IFA’s Membership Committee, I learned that this year's convention attendees numbered 3,800, with 488 first-timers. Great to see the growth! This year was, I believe, my 35th time attending an IFA Convention. I started at an early age with my family’s franchise business, and yes, I'm getting a bit older. I love it!

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Franchise Events for 1Q 2024

John Francis on Jan 29, 2024 10:41:47 AM

The franchise industry is full of events throughout the year. Many of these events are specific and focused on a particular area or topic; others are more broad, and of course, most brands have their own conferences to bring their owners and people together. As this year starts, I thought I'd touch on the first three events I'm planning to attend this first quarter.

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Gratitude and Growth: Wrapping Up 2023 in Franchising

As 2023 comes to a close, I've taken some time to reflect on the year, and I have to say it was a great year overall. The year included many conferences, several speaking engagements, and plenty of board meetings. It was a very successful year for myself and those I work with. As a franchise expert, advisor and speaker, I really enjoy the work that I do and the people I get to collaborate with. My business travel adventures started with a fun time at the IFA Convention in Las Vegas, where my wife and two daughters joined me. That was a lot of fun and the first time we've ever done that.

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About the Franchise Expert

 

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John Francis is an enthusiastic, engaging business advisor, and an entertaining public speaker for franchise brands because he speaks from experience and he speaks from the heart. Franchising is in his blood, and his parents were true pioneers in the industry, turning their family haircutting business into a 1,000-salon franchise empire. He has been a franchisee and a franchisor, and has a deep understanding of the issues both face. Engage John as an advisor or to speak at your event, and you and your franchisees will learn how to look at your business in new, positive, and profitable ways.

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