What is the Emerging Franchisor Bootcamp?

The Emerging Franchisor Bootcamp takes place at the start of IFA’s Annual Convention on February 8 from 1:00 pm-4:45 pm. It is a program designed to provide practical value and networking for franchisors with 100 units or less. Participants will learn from the best in franchising through an opening presentation featuring a prominent franchise executive who will speak to “mistakes I’ve made as a franchisor,” followed by the centerpiece of the Bootcamp — peer and mentor input to solve business issues emerging franchisor attendees bring to the table. 

Why Attend

The knowledge gained during this Bootcamp guides participants towards overcoming their business issues. This is an opportunity to connect with road-tested leaders who have been in your shoes and can help you navigate business issues and resources available to you. This isn’t a show up and just listen kind of session — in order to maximize the value and experience at this Bootcamp, participants are expected to come prepared to share their issue, discuss others, and problem-solve together. The impact the Bootcamp has on your brand will last long after Convention!

2020 Mentors (at press time): 

Jania Bailey, CFE, CEO, FranNet
Sam Ballas, CFE, President & CEO, East Coast Wings + Rings
Susan Boresow, CFE, President, TITLE Boxing Club
Candace Couture, CFE, VP, Business Development, Planet Fitness
Kevin Cushing, President, Alliance Franchise Brands LLC
Emma Dickison, CFE, President & CEO, Home Helpers Home Care
Dina Dwyer-Owens, CFE, Former Chairwoman & CEO, Neighborly
Shane Evans, CFE, President & Co-Founder, Massage Heights
Peter Holt, CFE, CEO, The Joint Corp.
Jim Howe, CFE, VP, Franchise Support, FASTSIGNS International
Mark Jameson, CFE, EVP, Franchise Support and Development, FASTSIGNS International
Mike Kehoe, President, International, FOCUS Brands Inc.
Todd Leonard, CFE, VP, Operations and Franchise Development, Executive Care
Mark Liston, CFE, Director, Special Projects, Neighborly
Gordon Logan, Founder & CEO, Sport Clips, Inc.
Mark Lyso, EVP, Operations East Coast Wings + Grill
Kristi Mailloux, COO, National Envy Development, LLC
Alan Majerko, VP, Corporate Development, Winmark Corporation
Frank Milner, CFE, President , Tutor Doctor Systems, Inc.
Dan Monaghan, CFE, Managing Partner, Clear Summit Group
Catherine Monson, CFE, CEO, FASTSIGNS International
Barbara Moran-Goodrich, CFE, CEO & Co-Founder, Moran Family of Brands
Steve Murphy, President, Franchising, Winmark Corporation
Jeff Oddo, President, City Wide Franchise Company
Scott Perry, EVP & CFO, Urban Air Adventure Parks
Meg Roberts, CFE, President, The Lash Lounge, Operating Partner, Franworth
Todd Recknagel, CFE, Chairman, National Envy Development, LLC
Karen Satterlee, SVP, Assistant General Counsel, Hilton Worldwide
Dan Steward, President & CEO, Pillar To Post
John Teza, CFE, Principal, NRD Capital
Steve Truett, CFE, President, Aire Serv Heating & Air Conditioning
Jeff Sturgis, CDO, Fazoli’s Franchising Systems, LLC
Shelly Sun, CFE, CEO & Founder, BrightStar Franchising, LLC
Tom Wood, CFE, President & CEO, Floor Coverings International
Ralph Yarusso, CDO, FullSpeed Automotive

Earn CFE Credits

Attendees will earn 100 Education credits toward the completion of the Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) accreditation.

Ready to Sign Up?

The Emerging Franchisor Bootcamp is $100 per person and is open to the first 500 fully registered franchisors with 100 units or less to register. Sign up by checking the corresponding box on your online registration here.