Seminar Schedule

 ** Times and topics are subject to change

 


Saturday, January 31, 2026

 

12:00 PM

The Key to Finding the Right Franchise

Seminar presented by: Joe Forbidussi ~ The Entrepreneur's Source

What will you learn:

  • Learn about a unique complimentary coaching experience that helps clients learn, explore and educate themselves on the right business for them.
  • How to use a franchise as a vehicle to reach your financial, personal and professional goals.
  • If you thought of owning your own business and didn't know how to get started.

 

12:45 PM

Small Business and Franchise Funding in 2026

Seminar presented by: Dave Woggon ~ Tenet Financial Group

What you will learn:

  • How to fund a business using equity or debt, or both
  • The dangers of an underfunded business
  • How to have a capitalization strategy from day 1 and beyond

 

1:30 PM

Cracking The Rich Code with Franchising

Seminar presented by: Irving ChungFranGuidance

This session will cover :

  • Learn the secrets to selecting the best franchise
  • Discover how franchise ownership can be a foundation for wealth generation
  • Expert guidance for franchise investment

 

2:15 PM

How to obtain Funding as a Zee or a Zor;  let us show you how

Seminar presented by: Sean T. MarzolaXceleran Software

 

 

3:00 PM

The Key to Finding the Right Franchise

Seminar presented by: Dale Stephenson ~ The Entrepreneur's Source

What will you learn:

  • Learn about a unique complimentary coaching experience that helps clients learn, explore and educate themselves on the right business for them.
  • How to use a franchise as a vehicle to reach your financial, personal and professional goals.
  • If you thought of owning your own business and didn't know how to get started.

 

3:45 PM

The Charisma Effect: Harnessing the Superpower of Boldness for Professional Success

Seminar presented by: Fred Joyal ~ The Fred Joyal Company

What will you learn:

  • A systematic way anyone can increase their boldness faster than they imagined possible.
  • How to make anyone feel like the most important person in the room.
  • The counterintuitive approach to confidence that works!

 

 


 

Sunday, February 1, 2026

12:00 PM

The Key to Finding the Right Franchise

Seminar presented by: Connie Stanton ~ The Entrepreneur's Source

What will you learn:

  • Learn about a unique complimentary coaching experience that helps clients learn, explore and educate themselves on the right business for them.
  • How to use a franchise as a vehicle to reach your financial, personal and professional goals.
  • If you thought of owning your own business and didn't know how to get started.

 

12:45 PM

Beyond the Brand: How Smart Investors Build Wealth Through Franchising

Seminar presented by: Cliff R. Nonnenmacher ~ Franocity

What you will learn:

  • How franchising actually works — the real tradeoffs, risks, and rewards most people don’t learn until after they invest
  • How to identify the right franchise model for you — based on lifestyle, capital, risk tolerance, and long-term goals
  • How to think like an investor, not an emotional buyer, using today’s economic environment and 2025 growth trends to make smarter decisions

 

1:30 PM

Funding Your Franchise with an SBA Loan

Seminar presented by: Sean Duffy ~ United Community Bank

What you will learn:

  • Set yourself up for success by asking for every dollar you need to succeed
  • Limit your personal cash into your new business by letting your loan support itself
  • Save your cash for your future investments and set yourself up to be a multi-unit owner sooner than later

 

2:15 PM

Building Flourishing Communities: The Transformative Power of Franchises

Seminar presented by: Tiffany HendersonTwinkle Star Dance Academy

What you will learn:

  • Discover how children’s dance franchises can transform communities—learn research-backed ways dance promotes child well-being, social-emotional growth, and lasting community connections
  • Gain practical, purpose-driven strategies grounded in positive psychology to help franchise businesses thrive while making a meaningful difference in children’s lives
  • Participate in an interactive, idea-sharing session where you’ll walk away with fresh, actionable community-building ideas you can implement immediately in your own franchise or future venture

 

3:00 PM

Creating your Story for Franchising Your Business

Seminar presented by : Dan Chaon  ~  SMB Franchising

Outlines how to evaluate your franchise readiness, the key components and critical success factors of franchised brands and positioning your brand to attract and appeal to prospective franchisees.

     


     

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