--- title: "Johnny Franchise: The Franchise Expert | Franchising Speaker" description: Franchising Speaker | Expert franchise tips and techniques for improving results in franchise brands, for franchisors and franchisees of all sizes. --- [![JF - new logo updated (2)](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/hs-fs/hubfs/JF%20-%20new%20logo%20updated%20(2).png?width=338&height=157&name=JF%20-%20new%20logo%20updated%20(2).png "JF - new logo updated (2)")](https://www.johnnyfranchise.com) - [JohnnyFranchise.com](https://www.johnnyfranchise.com/) - [About John](https://www.johnnyfranchise.com/about/) - [Services](https://www.johnnyfranchise.com/services/) - [Schedule a Consultation](https://www.johnnyfranchise.com/schedule/) # franchising-speaker ## [Gratitude and Growth: Wrapping Up 2023 in Franchising](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/gratitude-and-growth-wrapping-up-2023-in-franchising) [John Francis](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/author/johnfrancis) on Dec 19, 2023, 9:09:02 AM [Franchise Planning](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchise-planning), [Franchisees](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchisees), [Franchisors](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchisors), [Franchise Conferences](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchise-conferences), [Franchising Speaker](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchising-speaker), [Franchising Help](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchising-help) [![](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/hubfs/J%20Fran%20featured%20image%20for%20blog.png)](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/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. [Read More](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/gratitude-and-growth-wrapping-up-2023-in-franchising) ## [Highlights and Takeaways from IFA's Emerging Franchisor Conference](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/highlights-from-ifa-emerging-franchisor-conference) [John Francis](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/author/johnfrancis) on Dec 18, 2023, 8:39:52 AM [Franchise Planning](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchise-planning), [Franchisees](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchisees), [Franchisors](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchisors), [Franchise Conferences](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchise-conferences), [Franchising Speaker](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchising-speaker), [Franchising Help](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchising-help) [![Johnny Franchise speaking at IFA franchise conference](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/hubfs/IFA%20blog%20image%201.png)](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/highlights-from-ifa-emerging-franchisor-conference) In early November, I had a great time participating at this year's IFA's Emerging Franchisor Conference in New Orleans. I have been to this event several times before and was fortunate enough to be invited back again as a speaker and roundtable facilitator. [Read More](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/highlights-from-ifa-emerging-franchisor-conference) ## [Behind the Scenes: The Franchise Summit Experience](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/behind-the-scenes-the-franchise-summit-experience) [John Francis](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/author/johnfrancis) on Nov 3, 2023, 7:39:51 AM [Franchise Planning](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchise-planning), [Franchisees](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchisees), [Franchisors](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchisors), [Franchising Speaker](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchising-speaker), [Franchise Consulting](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchise-consulting), [Franchising Help](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchising-help), [Blog](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/blog), [Insider](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/insider) [![table setup at the FBR Franchise Summit](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/hubfs/table%202%20at%20Franchise%20Summit%202023.jpeg)](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/behind-the-scenes-the-franchise-summit-experience) I am just back from the Franchise Business Review Franchise Summit event in Austin, Texas, and it was a great time! This was my second time participating in this event. There was great energy in the room, many people providing perspective insights and solid advice, and several great speakers too - tons of value and learning. There were plenty of inspiring moments and connections, a fun “Texas Tailgate” reception, as well as fundraising for the local animal shelter. [Read More](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/behind-the-scenes-the-franchise-summit-experience) ## [Do You Know What’s Coming Next?](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/do-you-know-whats-coming-next) [John Francis](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/author/johnfrancis) on Aug 25, 2020, 10:00:00 AM [Franchise Lifecycle Program](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchise-lifecycle-program), [Franchising Speaker](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchising-speaker), [Franchise Consulting](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchise-consulting) [![](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/hubfs/map-tourism-lost-direction-guide-tourist-guide-travel-traveler-world.jpg)](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/do-you-know-whats-coming-next) It’s an important question for franchisees who are trying to grow a business. After all, knowing where you are going is how you plan and grow! [Read More](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/do-you-know-whats-coming-next) ## [FranConnect Influencer Day](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/franconnect-influencer-day) [John Francis](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/author/johnfrancis) on Jan 29, 2020, 5:55:10 AM [Franchise Conferences](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchise-conferences), [Franchising Speaker](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchising-speaker), [Franchise Consulting](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchise-consulting) [![My participation at the FranConnect Influencer Day.](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/jf_franconnect_nameplate_crop.jpg)](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/franconnect-influencer-day) Just recently, I had the opportunity to be an “influencer” in franchising at the first ever FranConnect Influencer Discovery Day that took place back on December 18th and 19th. And I want to thank Keith Gerson, the President of FranConnect, for the invitation. This was my first time participating as an “influencer”, and I did not know what to expect - it was worthwhile, quite interesting, even educational and a lot of fun! [Read More](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/franconnect-influencer-day) ## [Speaking at the IFA’s Emerging Franchisor Conference Was Fun!](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/speaking-at-the-ifas-emerging-franchisor-conference-was-fun) [John Francis](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/author/johnfrancis) on Dec 18, 2019, 7:56:00 PM [Franchise Conferences](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchise-conferences), [Franchising Speaker](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchising-speaker) [![The IFA Emerging Franchisor Conference ](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/efc_image.png)](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/speaking-at-the-ifas-emerging-franchisor-conference-was-fun)   [Read More](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/speaking-at-the-ifas-emerging-franchisor-conference-was-fun) ## [Go Minis Speaking Opportunity](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/go-minis-speaking-opportunity) [John Francis](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/author/johnfrancis) on Oct 29, 2019, 11:09:45 AM [Franchise Lifecycle Program](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchise-lifecycle-program), [Franchise Conferences](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchise-conferences), [Franchising Speaker](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchising-speaker) [![](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/GO-Minis-10-2019-speaking-1.jpg)](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/go-minis-speaking-opportunity) [Read More](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/go-minis-speaking-opportunity) ## [My Interview on the Modern Business Podcast](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/interview-modern-business-podcast) [John Francis](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/author/johnfrancis) on Jul 17, 2018, 12:05:55 AM [Franchise Planning](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchise-planning), [Franchising Speaker](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchising-speaker) [![Listen to my interview on the Modern Business Podcast.](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Fotolia_131018843_XS-1.jpg)](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/interview-modern-business-podcast) [Read More](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/interview-modern-business-podcast) ## [From Franchising to Fathers Eve: My Executive Chat with Rebecca Patt](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/franchising-fathers-eve-executive-chat-rebecca-patt) [John Francis](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/author/johnfrancis) on May 14, 2018, 10:00:12 PM [Franchising Speaker](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchising-speaker), [Franchise Consulting](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchise-consulting) [![Another successful Father's Eve event ](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/fathers-eve-1.jpg)](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/franchising-fathers-eve-executive-chat-rebecca-patt)   [Read More](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/franchising-fathers-eve-executive-chat-rebecca-patt) ## [Interview: The Benefits Of Having An Advisory Board](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/interview-benefits-advisory-board) [John Francis](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/author/johnfrancis) on Mar 15, 2018, 6:45:36 PM [Advisory Boards](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/advisory-boards), [Franchising Speaker](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchising-speaker) [![](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/video_image_01.jpg)](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/interview-benefits-advisory-board) Could you benefit from an advisory board? [Read More](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/interview-benefits-advisory-board) [1](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchising-speaker/page/1) [2](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchising-speaker/page/2) [❯](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchising-speaker/page/2) ### **About the Franchise Expert**   ![John Francis 2024 Hi Res](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/hs-fs/hubfs/John%20Francis%202024%20Hi%20Res.jpg?width=214&height=148&name=John%20Francis%202024%20Hi%20Res.jpg) John Francis is an enthusiastic, engaging business advisor and an entertaining public speaker for franchise brands because he speaks from experience and from the heart. Franchising is in his blood; his parents were true pioneers in the industry, turning their family haircutting business into a 1,000-salon franchise empire. He has been both a franchisee and a franchisor, giving him a deep understanding of the challenges each group faces. 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