Founded in 1988, Franchise Update Media delivers a unique combination of Conferences, Print, Digital and Online Products for Franchisors, Multi-Unit Franchisees, and Franchise Buyers. We produce the; Multi-Unit Franchising Conference; Multi-Unit Franchisee Magazine; Franchise Update Magazine; Franchise Customer Experience Conference; Franchise Leadership & Development Conference; digital E-Newsletters and Franchising.com. For more information on FUM please visit http://www.franchising.com.

Our clients range from emerging franchisors where we design and develop their franchise systems, manuals, training and franchisee recruitment strategy, to some of the most recognized brands in franchising that rely on us to develop change strategies that improve their performance, their relationship with their franchisees, provide litigation support and, help them expand in the U.S. and overseas.

Konnect is a change agent for franchise brands, that provides ROI-driven media relations, marketing, social media and content creation services. Focused on providing solutions to clients’ biggest challenges, Konnect develops custom national and regional campaigns that produce results in the form of increased leads, sales and brand awareness. As an agency with a record of excellence in the franchise industry, Konnect has the expertise and experience to deliver on strategies that reach consumers and potential franchisees, while supporting current franchisees and overall system growth.

Bloom Growth is helping Brands onboard and educate franchisees by providing a custom, consistent, and easy-to-use Franchise Growth System™ From quarterly goals to weekly measurables, your unique Franchise Foundation™ template is everything a Zee needs to hit the ground running all pre-loaded in their Bloom account. Coaches will love the real-time visibility of the Zees accounts, allowing for proactive versus reactive coaching.

Vehicle Wraps, Graphic Design, Visual Studio, Commercial Printing, Auto Pops and YourStore Online.

Built specifically for Multi-Location Marketers, Adplorer is THE platform to build your local advertising infrastructure for your brand. Whether you are bringing marketing in-house or working with partner agencies, Adplorer will help you scale by centralizing and systemizing your local digital ad campaigns, brands, and teams. Ensure marketing consistency, refine local campaigns efficiently, and gain insights with our Adplorer software platform.

KEYSER - Named the #1 Franchise Real Estate Supplier by Entrepreneur, Keyser’s Franchise Real Estate Department exclusively represents tenants and buyers—never landlords. With national reach and local expertise, we work in targeted markets or as your outsourced real estate department. Our team uses industry-leading AI analytic capabilities, demographic tools, research data and financial modeling to source the best locations and avoid costly mistakes. With a menu of services ranging from strategic market planning, site selection, negotiations, to project management, we partner with each client to ensure that we exceed your real estate goals —while fast tracking to your grand openings.

At StartUp Loans USA, we have over 30 years of combined experience in the unsecured loan industry. We have assisted in funding over 700 million in loans. We focus on non-collateralized loans, which require only a borrowers good credit, income, and signature, a "signature loan". A home, 401(k), and/or other assets are not needed! Clients will need a minimum 700 credit score in order to qualify.

Email Marketing Strategies for Small Business

Outsource your business development efforts with SalesDesk's email programs that will provide a steady stream of qualified leads that fill funnels and have a high closing ratio.

Since 1986, PrimePay has been helping franchisees manage their employees and save time by making necessary back office administrative tasks simple and easy. PrimePay is proud to work with many of national franchise brands, offering state-of-the-art and cost effective payroll programs tailored to their needs.

Garnett Station Partners is a principal investment firm founded in 2013 by Matt Perelman and Alex Sloane. GSP partners with experienced and entrepreneurial management teams and strategic investors to build value for its portfolio of growth platforms. The firm draws on its global relationships, operational experience and rigorous diligence process to source, underwrite and manage investments. Target sectors include food & beverage, health & wellness, automotive and business services. The GSP culture is based on the core principles of entrepreneurship, collaboration, analytical rigor and accountability. For more information, please visit http://www.garnettstation.com.

A full service law firm with offices in Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati and Akron, OH, Washington, D.C., Houston, TX, and Pittsburgh, PA. The firm has an extensive franchise law practice representing franchisors, franchisees and franchisee associations in a broad range of transactional and litigation matters.