Franchise Expo West 2023 | Comexposium - Japan | 31 March 2023 | Phoenix Convention Center, 100 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
Venue
Phoenix Convention Center
Phoenix Convention Center, 100 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
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| Event Date |
Fri Mar 31 MDT - Sat Apr 1 MDT (over 1 year ago)
In your timezone (EST): Fri Mar 31 2:00am - Sat Apr 1 2:00am |
| Location |
Phoenix Convention Center
100 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA |
| Region | Americas |
Details
Attend this event to network and connect with large, medium-size and emerging franchise brands that are expanding in the western United States. This event brings together attendees, exhibitors, expert speakers and sponsors for information sharing, education, business development and fun!
Why are Phoenix and the greater surrounding areas such ideal locations for starting a franchise?
• Phoenix is the 5th largest city in the United States behind Houston TX, making Phoenix the largest state capital by population.
• Phoenix has the 4th highest economic growth and population growth rate in the United States outpacing that of California.
• Phoenix provides access to a variety of major markets as the gateway to the western United States.
• Phoenix is emerging as a renowned entrepreneur hub with the escalating growth of local business incubators and accelerators.
• National attention is focusing on the Phoenix region as a result of several successful businesses who have caused various funding sources to explore the local entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Speakers
2023 Speakers
John Hayes
Titus Center for Franchising, Palm Beach Atlantic University
Andrew Seid
MSA Worldwide
Robin Gagnon, CFE
Chair IFA Women’s Franchise Committee, IFA Women’s Franchise Committee
Melissa Pang
Strategic Partner, The Entrepreneur's Source®
Patti Rother, CFE
VP of Franchise Development, NOW massage
Kassia Thormahlen
Franchising Manager, Baskin Robbins, Inspire Brands, Inc.
Robert Theobald
VP, Small Business Services, Arizona Commerce Authority
Jennifer Jividen
Infiniti HR
Josh Brittain
Sales Manager, KeyGlee
Andre Kay
CEO/Founder, Sociallybuzz
Matthew Jonas
President, TopFire Media
Roberto Litwak
COO, Roberto Litwak
Anthony Ayala
Felipe Osorio, Paychex
Louie Picaso
Javier Solis
Emiliano Jöcker
Senior Consultant, iFranchise Group
David Smith
Senior Manager, Diversity Programs, International Franchise Association
Ron Bender
Threshold Brands
Rob Lancit
VP, Franchise Development, Stratus Building Solutions
Steve Engelhardt, BBA, MBA
Certified SCORE Mentor, SCORE
Sponsors & Partners
2023 Sponsors
TITLE SPONSOR:
• IFA
GOLD SPONSORS:
• Global Franchise
• Top Fire Media
• F.C. Dadson
• Be The Boss
• Nine One Nine Marketing Co.
• Entrepreneur
SILVER SPONSOR:
• Benetrends Financial