Husch Blackwell's franchise business lawyers advise clients on the design, implementation, financing and maintenance of domestic and international franchise and distribution systems. Our guidance includes expansion strategies; trademark registration and licensing; labor and employment; contracts and agreements; regulatory compliance; and territory terminations, renewals and transfers.

When disagreements arise, our franchise law team first seeks to resolve disputes at less expense through informal negotiations or mediation (though we are always prepared to go to court if necessary). On behalf of franchise clients, our experienced team has litigated fraud and misrepresentation claims, enforcement of restrictive covenants, vicarious liability claims, enforcement of operating standards, and advertising/marketing fund claims.

Artichoke Media helps businesses to connect, and reach a consumer audience of millions each month. Our brands have been central to sectors such as food, education, crafts, health and franchising for decades, using print, digital, data and live events to entertain and inspire domestic and international communities.

Unleash next-level productivity, uncover powerful financial insights and unlock your capacity for strategic work. Vena leverages industry-leading AI, flexible data modeling and the tools all teams already know, starting with Excel. Enhance your complete business planning processes with embedded financial intelligence.

Edge (formerly EyeRate), the leading employee-driven growth platform, unlocks employees as a thriving sales and marketing channel for multi-location service brands.
The Edge (Employee-Driven Growth Engine) platform transforms frontline teams into a trusted network of brand promoters with employee rewards that are aligned to sales growth.

Edge’s industry-leading technology integrates with major Point of Sale (POS) systems enabling corporate and franchise teams to automate their customer feedback and sales competitions for thousands of locations. Edge equips operational managers to improve employee recognition with rewards for driving positive online reviews.

Zoho offers beautifully smart software to help you grow your business. With over 100 million users worldwide, Zoho's 55+ products aid your sales and marketing, support and collaboration, finance, and recruitment needs—letting you focus only on your business. Zoho respects user privacy and does not have an ad-revenue model in any part of its business, including its free products.

GbBIS offers analytics, data and mapping solutions for your franchise from the top down, C-Suite to Franchisee. Plan your growth strategy with market insights you can trust. Discover markets with the greatest potential for your business. From predictive analytic solutions to help you sell more and design more profitable territories. To site selection tools and targeted lists to grow your customer base. For over 30 years, GbBIS provides franchises with Analytic Solutions for Growth.

Private firm focused on investments, consulting and advisory services in franchising and multi-unit retail.

Stark & Stark helps franchise clients in formation, expansion, and divestiture, as well as to protect and license trademarks, service marks, and trade secrets.

KDK Construction LLC is a general contractor that specializes in commercial, multi-family, and medical construction. We have a seasoned management team that shares over 100 years of experience. Furthermore, we have an expansive network of subcontractors throughout the western United States, which allows us to perform work wherever we are needed. Our team has worked on everything from small commercial remodels to multi-million-dollar facilities. With our level of experience and commitment to customers satisfaction, we are sure we can provide an exceptional construction experience on your next project.

Successful franchise systems are based on a consistent approach to business processes and compliance, as well as sound operational and financial controls. BDO is a leader in franchise accounting and advisory services, providing a comprehensive suite of integrated, value-added services to franchisor and franchisee clients. The complex and diverse issues you face today warrant franchisors, franchisees, owners and senior management to work with a firm that combines substantial resources with practical services.

BeTheBoss has connected franchise brands with highly qualified candidates for over 25 years. With brand new, state of the art lead generation technology, BeTheBoss is the most sophisticated and effective lead generation tool for franchisors. BeTheBoss.com is owned by MFV Expositions, the world’s leader in Franchise Expos.

Cinch is a data-driven, multi-channel marketing automation platform for enterprise-level franchise groups.

It's a CDP that integrates directly with your POS and every other important data source, so your customer data stays organized, accurate, and actionable.

With you customer data in one place, you can use it to send more effective, automated emails, two-way texts, mailers, review requests, surveys, and more. All in one platform.