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 7, 2009.
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 5-6, 2009
NSU Main Campus, Fort Lauderdale-Davie, FL
What is the fee?
Regular price is $599. Early-bird Special--receive $100 off when you register by August 31, 2009. Multiple registrations from the same company qualify for IIFE Value Pricing.
How to register?
You may register by phone, fax, mail or email. Click here (
) to download a registration form.
At the Emerging Franchisor Conference you will:
- Identify what to look for in the new generation of franchise owners
- Understand the importance of social networking and how it can impact your system
- Receive practical ideas for immediate implementation on public relation strategies, branding and marketing
- Gain valuable tips on running your day-to-day operations
- Learn what franchisees expect form you
- Find ways to increase your qualified leads and close more franchise sales
- Focus on local, national, and viral marketing techniques to build your brand in everything you do
- 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
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.
: 954.262.5071 or
: 954.262.3188