Grow without Guesswork.

Learn from franchisors who built scalable brands. Leave with real strategies, hard-earned lessons, and connections that outlast the conference.

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WHEN

November 16-18, 2026

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WHERE

Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville Downtown, Nashville, TN

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Featured Speakers
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Matt Haller

President & CEO, IFA
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Sam Ballas

Co-Founder & CEO, East Coast Wings + Grill / Sammy Slider’s; Chair, IFA Board of Directors
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Shelly Sun Berkowitz

Founder, BrightStar Care; Founder & CEO, Founder 2 Founder & Next Phase Capital
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Emma Dickison

CFE, CEO & President, Home Helpers Home Care
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Dustin Hansen, CFE

President & Global Board Member, The Back Nine Golf, LLC
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Rob Price

CEO, Youth Enrichment Brands
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Al Rodriguez

Team Leader, Sports Clips
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Carolyn Thurston, CFE

CEO & Founder, Wisdom Senior Care
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Tom Wood

President & CEO, Floor Coverings International

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Who Should Attend?

This event is designed exclusively for franchisors and franchisees (suppliers may attend through sponsorship). If you’re building a brand with fewer than 100 units and planning to grow, the Emerging Franchisor Conference is for YOU.

  • C-Suite and Leadership – Chart the growth path for your brand.
  • Fran Dev Executives – Discover smarter ways to expand into new markets.
  • Franchise Operations Leaders – Learn how to put the right systems and processes in place.
  • Marketing and Brand Strategists – Elevate your franchise message and connect with customers.
  • Franchise Relations Specialists – Strengthen communication and alignment with franchisees.
  • Founders and Entrepreneurs – Anyone looking to grow their business sustainably.

 

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