Emerging Franchisor Conference


The Emerging Franchisor Conference (EFC) is designed to address the challenges and opportunities unique to franchise systems with 300 or fewer franchisees. Aimed at founders, CEOs, COOs, presidents, key senior staff members, entrepreneurs, and potential franchisors, the EFC is a prime networking and educational conference for franchisors that are ready to grow their systems. The EFC provides peer-based, tested ideas that work; hands-on learning filled with take-home value; and an unparalleled networking opportunity.

Conference Focus

This is a franchisor-to-franchisor conference for systems with 300 or fewer franchisees. If your franchise system is ready for an aggressive growth plan, this is the conference for you. It gives you the opportunity to network and interact with your peers—other franchisors—who will encourage you to unleash your potential and leave with at least one solid growth idea to implement by November 12, 2011.

Who should attend?

  • Founders, CEOs, COOs, presidents, and other key senior staff
  • Emerging franchisors who want to break away from day-to-day operations and learn from their peers with similar growth issues
  • Entrepreneurs and potential franchisors who are thinking about franchising their business will find the conference invaluable

Program Dates and Location

November 7-10, 2012
NSU Main Campus, Fort Lauderdale-Davie, FL

What is the fee?

Early Bird Special Rate expires Wednesday, August 31, 2011. Save money! Reserve your slot at this exclusive networking conference today! Call 954-262-5071 or email babcockc@nsu.nova.edu.

You may register online here or by contacting us via phone/email.

At the Emerging Franchisor Conference you will:

  • Gain valuable tips on running your day-to-day operations
  • Learn what franchisees expect from you
  • Find ways to increase your qualified leads and close more franchise sales
  • Participate in roundtable discussion groups to help you make your franchise system a great choice for franchise owners
  • Make invaluable contacts in the franchise community to help you grow your system from day one
  • Hear from a panel of C-suite franchise executives about their successes and failures
  • Receive useful tips during the Legal Hot Topics session
  • Understand the financial effects the economy is having on franchising

Can I attend the Emerging Franchisor Conference if I am a consultant or supplier?

Yes, you may attend by becoming a sponsor. Sponsor packets are available. Please contact Cheryl Babcock, CFE, by phone at 800.672.7223, ext. 25071 or 954.262.5071 or babcockc@nsu.nova.edu if you would like sponsorship information.

Cancellation and Refund Policy

We realize that occasionally you need to cancel your registration. You can substitute another individual in your place at any time prior to the first day of a program. If you wish to receive a refund or credit toward a future IIFE program, the following applies: cancellations received 30 days before a program begins will be issued a refund, less a $150.00 processing fee. Cancellations received six to 29 days prior to the start of a program will get 50 percent of the registration fee refunded.

We are sorry that we cannot provide a refund or credit if we receive your written cancellation in five or fewer business days before the start of the program.

CFE Credits

The Emerging Franchisor Conference has been awarded 300 CFE Core/Elective credits by the Institute for Certified Franchise Executives. We notify the ICFE after the conference and tell them who attended. If you want to earn your CFE and have not applied to the program, please visit http://www.franchise.org/ for further information and application materials for the Certified Franchise Executive Program.