11:15 AM - 11:40 AM

SMART FRANCHISE SHOPPING 

Rudy Frederico | Texas Business Expert Series

An insightful seminar hosted by Rudy Frederico an industry leader in both the franchise and coaching industries. He possesses a special passion for helping people become their absolute best with the gifts they’ve been given. Rudy's informative session will give you a behind the scenes look at the future of franchising and how to bypass the pitfalls of buying a franchise.

This workshop is perfect for:

• Aspiring entrepreneurs considering franchising
• Individuals looking for a proven business model
• Anyone interested in learning more about franchise ownership

11:40 AM - 12:05 PM

Avoid costly mistakes & build a winning team: what every franchise owner needs to know

James Donnelly | Partner JKB Consulting Group

Growing a successful franchise takes more than a great business model. Franchise owners must understand their responsibilities under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) while learning how to attract, engage, and retain the employees who drive business success. This seminar will cover key federal ACA requirements, common compliance challenges, and practical strategies for building a motivated, productive workforce as your business grows.

Who Should Attend:

• Aspiring franchise owners preparing to launch a business
• Current franchisees looking to expand their operations
• Multi-unit franchise owners managing growing teams
• Franchise executives and operations managers responsible for compliance and employee relations
• Anyone looking to reduce risk, improve employee retention, and build a stronger business

12:05 PM - 12:25 PM

GOOD FRANCHISE, WRONG OWNER: HOW TO FIND THE BUSINESS THAT FITS YOU

John Doty | President at FranchiseX

A thriving franchise system doesn’t guarantee personal success—alignment does. Every year, capable entrepreneurs invest in top-tier franchise brands only to burn out because the daily demands of the business clash with their personal strengths, financial runway, or desired lifestyle. John  delivers a practical, no-hype framework to help prospective buyers cut through sales presentations and pinpoint the business model where they are uniquely positioned to succeed.

In this workshop, you'll learn:

• Corporate Executives & Mid-Career Professionals looking for an exit strategy from the corporate ladder 
• First-Time Franchise Buyers who feel overwhelmed by thousands of available concepts
• Investors Seeking Semi-Absentee Ownership who want to deploy capital and build multi-unit portfolios. 

12:25PM - 12:50 PM

PASSIVE INCOME THROUGH FRANCHISING

Chris Davenport | Franchise Expert

Discover the power of franchising as a pathway to generating passive income. This insightful seminar will explore innovative franchise opportunities that allow you to build wealth with minimal day-to-day involvement. Learn how technology, automation, and proven business models can create scalable revenue streams and long-term financial success.

Who Should Attend:

• Aspiring entrepreneurs seeking a low-cost, scalable business model
• Business owners looking to diversify their income streams
• Anyone interested in leveraging franchising for financial freedom

Join us and explore how franchising can be your key to a profitable, hands-off business!

12:50 PM - 1:15 PM

FROM CHIEF EVERYTHING OFFICER TO TRUE OWNER: SCALING THROUGH FRACTIONAL LEADERSHIP

Kati Peterman | Founder FRx

In this session, Kati Peterman, Founder of FRx, demonstrates why scaling past the $5M ceiling is a structural problem, not a people problem. When priorities, operating phases, and core processes live exclusively in your head, there is nothing tangible to hand off. Drawing on her experience across 1,200+ business owners, Kati shares practical frameworks for getting the business out of the founder’s head and into the organization. Attendees will learn how to identify the exact leadership seat they need, implement operational dashboards teams actually read, streamline bloated meeting cadences, and deploy fractional executive leadership without taking on the overhead of a full-time $200K C-suite hire.

Who Should Attend:

• Founders & Owner-Operators where growth has stalled because every critical decision requires their personal sign-off.
• Owners in high-touch, execution-heavy industries currently managing rapid growth OR restructuring.
• Individuals seeking a structured business model to achieve their dreams.
•  Business leaders who recognize they need senior operational muscle (COO/Integrator/Chief of Staff level) to drive outcomes, but cannot justify or afford a full-time, 40-hour-per-week executive.
  

1:15 PM - 1:40 PM

FINDING THE RIGHT FRANCHISE

Kapil Manocha | Founder South Asian Franchise Council

This seminar will provide a practical overview of the franchise discovery process, helping attendees understand how to evaluate opportunities, align business ownership with personal goals, and make informed decisions. Learn key considerations when selecting a franchise, including market demand, investment levels, and long-term growth potential.

This seminar is ideal for:

• Established business owners seeking growth strategies
• Individuals looking for a proven business model
• Anyone interested in learning more about franchise ownership

1:40 PM - 2:05 PM

INVESTING IN THE U.S.: NAVIGATING BUSINESS ACQUISITION, FRANCHISING AND INVESTOR VISAS

Andrés Sanchez |  Chairman of the Latino Franchise Council,

Buying a business in the United States offers a viable path to long-term residency and financial independence, but foreign buyers face a unique set of legal, financial, and operational hurdles. While many international entrepreneurs begin their search while traveling on a temporary B-1/B-2 visitor visa, actively managing and living in the U.S. requires transitioning to an authorized investor status—most commonly the E-2 Treaty Investor Visa or related immigrant programs.

This workshop is perfect for:

• International Entrepreneurs & Investors:
• Families planning a relocation to the United States who prefer the support and reduced risk of an established franchise system 
• International buyers looking to deploy capital into cash-flowing U.S.
  

2:05 PM - 2:30 PM

THE FRANCHISE SECRETS NOBODY TELLS YOU

Paulette Koch Callender |  Women's Franchise Alliance

An insightful seminar hosted by Paulette Koch Calendar an industry leader in both the franchise and coaching industries. Paulette will reveal the secrets franchisors don't put on their brochures—from the "invisible" costs that can sink a budget to identifying the "hidden gem" brands that are currently outperforming the household names. You’ll learn how to spot red flags in a Disclosure Document, how to negotiate like a pro, and the #1 reason why talented people fail in proven systems. If you want the truth about what it takes to build a multi-unit empire, this is the one seminar you cannot afford to miss.

This workshop is perfect for:

• Aspiring entrepreneurs considering franchising
• Individuals looking for a proven business model
• Anyone interested in learning more about franchise ownership
  

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

VIP EXPERT PANEL

Powerteam International

Join an exclusive panel of seasoned entrepreneurs, franchise experts, and industry leaders as they share real-world strategies for building, scaling, and sustaining successful businesses.

This high-level discussion goes beyond theory—delivering actionable insights on identifying the right opportunities, accelerating growth, and navigating today’s evolving business landscape.

Expect candid perspectives, proven frameworks, and practical takeaways you can apply immediately.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

KEYNOTE: HOW TO BUILD A 7-9 FIGURE BUSINESS

Bill Walsh | Global Business Expert-Founder & CEO Powerteam International

Bill Walsh reveals the proven frameworks behind rapid business growth. In this dynamic session, you’ll discover how to create scalable infrastructure, develop high-performance teams, and implement systems that fuel sustainable expansion. Bill will share real-world case studies and practical scaling strategies that help entrepreneurs break through revenue plateaus and position their companies for long-term success.

If you're serious about turning your business into a market leader, this session delivers the roadmap to get there.