Saturday, October 21, 2023

12:00 PM
Let's Talk SBA Lending
Seminar presented by: Don Springer ~ Captial Bank
What you will learn:
- How can an SBA loan help my business?
- Is my Business eligible for SBA Financing?
- What are the basic requirements for SBA financing?

12:45 PM
The Key to Finding the Right Franchise
Seminar presented by: Joe Forbidussi ~ The Entrepreneur's Source
What you will learn:
- Determining what you want your future to look like
- Defining your goals around Income, Lifestyle, Wealth & Equity
- Using a franchise as the vehicle to reach those goals
- How to explore your options and what to expect along the way


1:30 PM
Effective Social Media for Multi-Location Brands
Seminar presented by: Frank Kecseti ~ Social Burro
- How to use platforms outside of Facebook/Instagram (about 20+ others)
- The difference between franchiser and franchisee social media marketing
- Location support (via social media) from HQ


2:15 PM
Small Business and Franchise Funding in 2023
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


3:00 PM
Smart Franchise Decisions Using Logic and Intuition
Seminar presented by: Britton Schroeter ~ Dream Maker Franchising DBA FranChoice
What will you learn:
- Learn to define the ideal fit for your goals; financial and lifestyle
- Understanding the real investment level and financial return
- Be trained by guest speaker featured in the Wall Street Journal and top-selling author on entrepreneurship


3:45 PM
A to Zee: 5 Steps of Due Diligence
Seminar presented by: Christina McAmis ~ Shelton Law & Associates
This seminar is catered to those who are looking to purchase a franchise but are unsure on where to start. Attendees will leave knowing what steps to take, what questions to ask the Franchisor and how to strategically plan for a life as a business owner.
Key Points:
- Funding your Franchise
- Consulting the Pros
- Legal Roles and Needs
- Roles and responsibilities of a Franchisee
- Validation – questions to ask other Franchisees
- Effective questions to ask every Franchisor
Sunday, October 22, 2023



12:00 PM
The Key to Finding the Right Franchise
Seminar presented by: Joe Forbidussi ~ The Entrepreneur's Source
What you will learn:
- Determining what you want your future to look like
- Defining your goals around Income, Lifestyle, Wealth & Equity
- Using a franchise as the vehicle to reach those goals
- How to explore your options and what to expect along the way


12:45 PM
How to Start Your Own Business – Franchising vs. Small Business Start Up
Seminar presented by: Chris Conner ~ Franchise Marketing Systems
Building a business plan, market strategy and defining goals for your new business start-up. The good and bad of buying a franchise vs. starting your own business or buying an existing business.


1:30 PM
Financing Your New Franchise Business
Seminar presented by : Marisol Cruz ~ Business Finance Depot
What will you learn:
- How to prepare you and your business for underwriting
- What is an equipment lease and how to secure financing
- What is an SBA Express loan and a SBA 7(a) loan and how to qualify


2:15 PM
Growth Strategies, Attracting Overseas Investors & Taking Your Franchise Global
Seminar presented by: Avinash Nichkawde ~ AN Global Consulting
What will you learn:
- Business Turn Around And Group Strategies
- Franchising for Overseas Investors
- Taking Your Franchise Opportunity Global