• A franchise provides an established product or service which already enjoys widespread brand name recognition. This gives the franchisee the benefits of customer awareness which would ordinarily take years to establish.
• A franchise provides franchisees with a certain level of independence where they can operate their business.
• A franchise increases your chances of business success because you are associating with proven products and methods.
• Franchises offer consumers the attraction of a certain level of quality and consistency.
• Franchises offer ongoing support:
  • Training
  • National and regional advertising
  • Operating procedures and operational assistance
  • Ongoing supervision and management support

Thanks to our educational co-sponsor:

The Veterans’ Business Outreach Center mission is to advance the growth and commercial competitiveness of veteran owned small business enterprises through education and services focusing on business development, technology deployment and e-commerce.

Visiting a Franchise Expo can be a bit overwhelming. There are hundreds of types of businesses to experience – all competing for your ear. Here are some useful tips to make the expo really worth your time.

Start Today:

Register Early – Avoid onsite lines. Register in advance using Promo
Code: EMA. If you need lodging, make hotel reservations now. If you’re traveling by air, make reservations soon. It’s best to stay at one of the event hotels for preferred rates and ‘after-hours’ networking, plus you’ll save time and money in transportation.

Set Your Objectives – Arrive at the expo with a goal to accomplish, such as which companies to visit and what questions you need answered by the experts in the Professional Center.

Do Your Homework – Review and research the exhibitor list in advance to see what interests you. WCFE Offers LeadGenLink – your gateway to researching and contacting the businesses that will be on the expo floor. There’s a huge variety to choose from! Start your dialogue today with the companies that interest you. Smart expo visitors schedule meetings with key vendors in advance for undivided attention on the busy expo floor.

Check Out the Educational Sessions – Scout the seminar schedule beforehand and highlight the sessions most relevant to your business situation. You can’t attend every session, so plan ahead and leave ample time for exploring the expo floor.