DALLAS 2020 Seminar Schedule
dallas expo seminar schedule
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 15TH - SUNDAY FEBRUARY 16TH, 2020
ABOUT THE SEMINARS
- Learn from the experts
- Sit in on discussion panels
- Interact with other entrepreneurs
- Meet with legal and financial experts
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 15TH, 2020
11:40 AM - 12:10 PM
HOW TO FIND THE RIGHT FRANCHISE
Seth Lederman - The Franchise Consulting Company
12:20 PM - 1:30 PM
SHARK TANK COMPETITION
The Study - Special Event
1:40 PM - 2:10 PM
HOW TO FUND YOUR BUSINESS
Mariah Bohn - FranFund
2:20 PM - 3:30 PM
ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN THE INDIAN-AMERICAN COMMUNITY
Kapil Manocha - India Franchise Council
3:40 PM - 4:10 PM
MARKETING 101
Brad Chisum - Launch Factory
4:20 PM - 4:50 PM
FUNDING OPTIONS
Bridget Moon - US Small Business Administration
SUNDAY FEBRUARY 16TH, 2020
11:40 AM - 12:10 PM
HOW TO FRANCHISE YOUR BUSINESS
Zac Bletz - Franchise Marketing Systems
12:20 PM - 12:50 PM
FUNDING OPTIONS FOR VETERANS
Jon Skroder - My Military Financial
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
HOW TO FUND YOUR BUSINESS
Zack Flodeen - Tenet Financial
1:40 PM - 2:10 PM
THE A-Zs OF BUYING A FRANCHISE
WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE BUYING A FRANCHISE?
Janice Charles - The Franchise Consulting Company
2:20 PM - 2:50 PM
HOW TO FUEL GROWTH
Bobby Brennan - Franchise Fastlane
SATURDAY GUEST SPEAKERS
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 15TH | 11:40 AM - 12:10 PM
HOW TO FIND THE RIGHT FRANCHISE
Seth Lederman | The Franchise Consulting Company
With over two decades of industry experience, Seth works with individuals from all over the country who are actively looking for business opportunities that meet all of their requirements for ownership. Join Seth for an informative session about how to begin your search for a franchise.
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 15TH | 12:20 PM - 1:30 PM
SHARK TANK COMPETITION
The Study | Special Event
Join us for a special Shark Tank session where entrepreneurs will pitch their next big idea.
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 15TH | 1:40 PM - 2:10 PM
HOW TO FUND YOUR BUSINESS
Mariah Bohn | FranFund
Explore the different the programs available for funding and how to use them to purchase your franchise quickly safely and economically.
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 15TH | 2:20 PM - 3:30 PM
ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN THE INDIAN-AMERICAN COMMUNITY
Moderator - Kapil Manocha | India Franchise Council
Industry veteran and founder of the India Franchise Council, Kapil Manocha, will be hosting an educational seminar on Indian Entrepreneurship in the US. He is the perfect bridge between the phenomenal US franchising industry and the tremendously entrepreneurial South Asian community.
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 15TH | 3:40 PM - 4:10 PM
MARKETING 101
Brad Chisum | Launch Factory
Join Brad Chisum - CEO and Founder of The Launch Factory, for an informative session on the pathways to entrepreneurship for those with the ability and passion to build a successful company.
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 15TH | 4:20 PM - 4:50 PM
FUNDING OPTIONS
Bridget Moon - US Small Business Administration
Bridget Moon joined the U.S. Small Business Administration in 1996, holding several positions under the SBA Disaster Program,Processing and Disbursement Center. This included direct recovery efforts in the field, Public Information Officer, and Supervisory Loan Officer for home and business underwriting. Recently holding a position of Economic Development Specialist and Veterans Business Development Officer in the SBA Dallas/Fort Worth District Office. She is currently a small business owner and has been since the age of 18. This has aided her in assisting many small business owners by counseling and preparing business plans to aid in growth and new product lines. She believes her mission is to help others succeed in all their endeavors. In this session she will be sharing valuable information on accessing SBA’s programs and resource partners.
SUNDAY GUEST SPEAKERS
SUNDAY FEBRUARY 16TH | 11:40 AM - 12:10 PM
HOW TO FRANCHISE YOUR BUSINESS
Zac Bletz - Franchise Marketing Systems
For business owners that are considering whether to franchise your business or entrepreneurs that have questions on how to buy a franchise, FMS provides consultative guidance and advice on how to best manage the franchise industry. Mr. Bletz has worked directly with several hundred different franchise systems as a franchise consultant and advisor.
SUNDAY FEBRUARY 16TH | 12:20 PM - 12:50 PM
FUNDING OPTIONS FOR VETERANS
Jon Skroder - My Military Financial
Join Jon to learn of the different funding options available to our country's veteran entrepreneurs. Exclusive to My Military Financial Services, the M5 Loan™ allows veterans or their spouses the opportunity to qualify for SBA financing with significantly less net worth or comparable credit history requirements.
SUNDAY FEBRUARY 16TH | 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
HOW TO FUND YOUR BUSINESS
Zack Flodeen - Tenet Financial
Tenet Financial Group is dedicated to helping business owners navigate the entire funding process – start to finish. From franchising to recapitalization, Tenet will get you funded quickly and securely so you can focus on your business.
SUNDAY FEBRUARY 16TH | 1:40 PM - 2:10 PM
THE A-Zs OF BUYING A FRANCHISE - WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE BUYING A FRANCHISE?
Janice Charles | The Franchise Consulting Company
Janice Charles has a real passion for business ownership and a true understanding of why not everyone is suited for a cubicle in corporate America. Janice helps professionals and executives across the United States who are interested in learning how to transition from traditional employees in corporate America into small business or franchise owners.
SUNDAY FEBRUARY 16TH | 2:20 PM - 2:50 PM
HOW TO FUEL GROWTH
Bobby Brennan - Franchise Fastlane
Franchisors, If you are interested in learning more about how Franchise FastLane has helped their franchisors move from emerging brands to some of the Fastest growing brands in the country this is the presentation for you. Franchise FastLane is a full turn key franchise development company and they will be talking about how their process works, what makes a good franchise partner and the success they have achieved for the franchise brands they represent. You drive your business. We drive your growth!
THE GREAT AMERICAN FRANCHISE EXPO
Building the best franchise trade show on the planet...One city at a time.
