John Woodburn ~ C.J. Woodburn & Associates
John is President of C.J. Woodburn & Associates - a franchise consulting firm which specializes in helping new and established franchisors market their systems and expand regionally, nationally and internationally. We also work with individuals and/or groups to select a franchise or negotiate master franchise rights. We have been involved in the franchise industry since 1975 all over North America, plus special assignments in Europe and even Saudi Arabia.
Shawn Saraga ~ Mr. Franchise.ca
Shawn Saraga has been helping people make major business decisions for over 12 years. A former print company owner and executive at one of Canada's largest publication firms, Shawn's wide spread experience puts him as one of the key experts on Sales and Marketing in Canada. Having advised companies like Bank of Montreal, Walt Disney, GAP and Transcontinental on best practices of doing business in Canada. He is a constant contributor to the community, an instructor at one of Canada's Top Universities and a Marathon Runner. Shawn will share with you his insight by helping you identify your core-strengths and weaknesses.
David Gray ~ MacDonald Sager Manis LLP
David Gray is a lawyer at MacDonald Sager Manis LLP and provides practical and cost effective guidance to business clients in all phases of development from entrepreneurial sole proprietor start-ups to mature corporate businesses.
In addition to advising on general corporate and commercial law matters, David has significant experience in the areas of: franchising, licensing, intellectual property, and commercial and corporate disputes.
Marietta Snetsinger ~ Ascend Franchise Solutions
Marietta Snetsinger, the Chief Consulting Officer of the organization, is the visionary and power behind the company. She assumes project management responsibilities for all consulting contracts. With 15 plus years of experience Ms. Snetsinger is passionate about establishing solid operational systems and supports within franchise organizations. She has had a pivotal role in developing and implementing tools to assist franchisees with their success. She has been involved in franchise sales and development with both M&M Meat Shops and Dunkin'Brands Inc. (Baskin-Robbins Canada). Her thorough knowledge of franchise operating systems and her strong commitment to the success of her clients is an asset to any emerging or an established franchisor. She is a regular presenter and participant at the Canadian Franchise Association annual convention.