--- title: "Johnny Franchise: The Franchise Expert | Franchise Conferences" description: Franchise Conferences | 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/) # franchise-conferences ## [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) ## [Things I Heard at IFA 2023](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/things-i-heard-at-ifa-2023) [John Francis](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/author/johnfrancis) on Mar 8, 2023, 9:30:00 AM [Franchise Conferences](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchise-conferences) [![John at IFA convention](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/hubfs/Canva%20images/Canva%20Design%20DAFcn2Y-EIg.png)](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/things-i-heard-at-ifa-2023) Things I Heard at IFA 2023 I just got back from this year’s IFA Annual Conference in Las Vegas. The conference was a blast, with a record-breaking attendance of 4,200+ people and 300+ exhibitors! [Read More](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/things-i-heard-at-ifa-2023) ## [2023 International Franchise Association Convention SEE YOU THERE!](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/2023-international-franchise-association-convention-see-you-there) [John Francis](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/author/johnfrancis) on Feb 12, 2023, 10:24:41 AM [Franchise Conferences](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchise-conferences) [![IFA event image](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/hubfs/22-Jan-09-2023-02-47-20-0423-PM.png)](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/2023-international-franchise-association-convention-see-you-there) The International Franchise Association has its annual conference scheduled for February 26th to March 1st of this year. The IFA Annual Convention is “the Super Bowl of franchising.” Every big player in the franchising world will be there. Over the years, I have learned a ton and met many great people at this conference. [I hope you’ll decide to join me in attending!](https://www.franchise.org/convention) [Read More](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/2023-international-franchise-association-convention-see-you-there) ## [Franchise Industry Conferences - Which Should I Attend?](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/franchise-industry-conferences-which-should-i-attend) [John Francis](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/author/johnfrancis) on Oct 11, 2022, 8:30:00 AM [Franchise Conferences](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchise-conferences) [![Chairs for conference](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/hubfs/chairs%20image.jpg)](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/franchise-industry-conferences-which-should-i-attend) One of the best things that I have done to grow my franchising career is to attend industry conferences. Being able to engage with other franchise professionals, hear their insights, and offer ideas is a rewarding and fruitful way to become a better franchisor, franchisee and supplier - any franchise professional can benefit from building relationships at these events! [Read More](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/franchise-industry-conferences-which-should-i-attend) ## [Countdown to the 2022 IFA Convention (We’re Back!)](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/countdown-to-the-2022-ifa-convention-were-back) [John Francis](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/author/johnfrancis) on Feb 8, 2022, 8:00:00 AM [Franchise Conferences](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchise-conferences) [![](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/hubfs/lucas-davies-uxIU0kYGu-k-unsplash.jpg)](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/countdown-to-the-2022-ifa-convention-were-back) Get ready…the in-person IFA Convention is finally back! [Read More](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/countdown-to-the-2022-ifa-convention-were-back) ## [The In-Person Conference is Making a Comeback](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/the-in-person-conference-is-making-a-comeback) [John Francis](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/author/johnfrancis) on Sep 21, 2021, 9:00:00 AM [Franchise Conferences](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchise-conferences) [![](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/hubfs/IMG-8699.jpg)](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/the-in-person-conference-is-making-a-comeback) Come out, come out wherever you are… [Read More](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/the-in-person-conference-is-making-a-comeback) ## [Back to Business: The 2021 Big Frog Conference](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/back-to-business-the-2021-big-frog-conference) [John Francis](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/author/johnfrancis) on Jul 27, 2021, 9:00:00 AM [Advisory Boards](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/advisory-boards), [Franchisors](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchisors), [Franchise Conferences](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchise-conferences) [![](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/hubfs/Big%20Frog%20073%20(1).jpg)](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/back-to-business-the-2021-big-frog-conference) Recently, in May 2021, I had the pleasure of attending the 2021 Big Frog Conference in Orlando, Florida. This was my 1st in-person conference since the COVID pandemic hit in March of 2020 and it was great to get back out there again! After more than a year of being stuck online, the in-person connections with handshakes and hugs were welcome. [![How to Get Franchisees Working Together and Moving Ahead](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/7793789/4346c83e-d9c7-4fff-874d-b8f569157c9e.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/7793789/4346c83e-d9c7-4fff-874d-b8f569157c9e) [Read More](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/back-to-business-the-2021-big-frog-conference) ## [Did You Attend IFA 2021?](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/did-you-attend-ifa-2021) [John Francis](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/author/johnfrancis) on Mar 9, 2021, 9:48:08 AM [Franchisees](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchisees), [Franchisors](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchisors), [Franchise Conferences](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchise-conferences) [![](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/hubfs/pasted%20image%200.png)](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/did-you-attend-ifa-2021) The annual IFA convention just came to a close. What an event! #IFA2021 [Read More](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/did-you-attend-ifa-2021) ## [Are You Ready for IFA 2021?](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/are-you-ready-for-ifa-2021) [John Francis](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/author/johnfrancis) on Feb 9, 2021, 8:00:00 AM [Franchise Conferences](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/tag/franchise-conferences) [![](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/hubfs/IFA-2021-Virtual-Convention-1.png)](https://blog.johnnyfranchise.com/are-you-ready-for-ifa-2021) It’s that time of year again. 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