TD Bank, America's Most Convenient Bank®, is one of the 10 largest banks in the U.S., providing more than 9 million Customers with a full range of retail, small business and commercial banking products and services at more than 1,200 convenient locations throughout the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Metro D.C., the Carolinas and Florida. In addition, as a Preferred SBA Lender, we are committed to providing SBA qualified small business owners the capital they need to grow. Our Business Development Officers have broad industry experience in building relationships with small business Customers in the communities we serve.

Franchise Expo West brings franchise brands the opportunity to meet face-to-face with prospective franchisees at the largest expo in the western U.S. This regional expo includes a comprehensive conference program and attracts attendees from 27 states and 9 countries.

Franchise Expo Charlotte, in partnership with the International Franchise Association, debuts in April 2025. Franchise brands won’t want to miss the opportunity to meet face-to-face with qualified candidates in one of the fastest-growing areas in the country. This local expo includes a comprehensive conference program.

Top 2 Bottom Business Solutions provides Bookkeeping, Accounting, Payroll and Consulting services to owner-operated businesses. Located in North Carolina, we serve clients nationwide with our virtual capabilities. With many years in the industry, we have developed a solid understanding of the unique needs of Small Business and have developed value-based services that meet those needs.

The largest law firm in Southeastern Virginia (with offices in Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Newport News, Williamsburg, Richmond, Tysons Corner, and Raleigh) generally representing franchisors and franchisees in counseling and litigation.

For 135 years, Carhartt has been trusted by the hardest workers in the world to get the job done. Carhartt Company Gear™ was purpose built from the ground up to bring Carhartt uniforms to businesses, with the uncompromising quality and durability your crew needs and the ease-of-use your business operations require. We can outfit crews of any size, from 10 to 10,000, with first rate service, compatible sizes and styles for men and women. Carhartt Company Gear has your business and your crew covered. For additional information on Carhartt Company Gear, visit https://companygear.carhartt.com/why-carhartt.

Introducing the Emerging Franchise Brands Podcast, your exclusive backstage pass into the dynamic world of franchising! Hosted by Frank Fiume, the visionary founder of the i9 Sports franchise, this podcast is your go-to source for untold stories and invaluable insights straight from the minds behind some of the most exciting emerging franchise brands.

redC Business Advocacy is a consulting firm designed to provide you with customizable levels of development support for your growing franchise. With over 65+ years of combined franchise development experience, the RedC leadership team is here to provide expertise at any stage of your franchise or business development.

The American Franchise Academy (AFA) is dedicated to the development of successful Multi-Unit Franchise Owners, their Multi-Unit leaders (District Managers) and their Unit Managers. The focus of the AFA is to assist franchise owners in developing the business systems for their organization so that they can maximize their franchise investment, increase their profits and build a successful multi-unit enterprise. With over 30 years of experience and successfully servicing hundreds of franchise owners and entrepreneurs in the US and around the world, the American Franchise Academy is the place business owners can turn to for solutions and knowledge.
We provide training and development programs for: 1) Unit Managers; 2) District Managers; and 3) Multi-Unit Franchisees.

We provide custom design and fabrication for all types of metal and wood applications. We specialize in the interior dress outs for franchise store fronts.

From field to franchise, ’47Concepts is the only platform built exclusively for B2B eCommerce, and it’s not just for the giants anymore! We successfully support top brands across 90,000 locations in Retail, Quick Service Restaurants, Fulfillment, and Print. That’s why companies such as Mattress Firm, Panda Express, Taco Bueno, Shell, and Synchrony Financial trust us to deliver results. Our elite technology is now accessible to small and mid-market companies. We’ve already proven results with the major players. Now it’s time for YOU to experience exponential growth with ‘47C solutions. Come grow with us!

Stay in your lane loves to work with companies to create and implement plans to help achieve their next phase of growth! This can include a variety of different marketing strategies, PR, evaluating strategies, team building strategies, franchise development support, or executive coaching. We focus on four main vertical: Executive strategic support, specific fractional roles, Project-based work and our education/training arm. We can help you with fractional franchise development, re-brand your company, educate your entire team on AI implementation, and speak at your conference. Anything to help you get your good brand to CULT brand status.