"This is a can't miss event! The comparative information is invaluable and I've come away every year with new ideas to further improve our franchise system."
Jeffrey C. Bevis Comfort Keepers/CK Franchising, Inc.
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Linda L. Burzynski CFE, CEO and President, V/L Service Corp.
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"There is always great energy at your conferences. Lots of good and NEW information. Breakouts are my favorite part because of small size and attendee participation. Thanks!"
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J Burris Manager, Franchise Administration, Franchise Business Review
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Ken MacKenzie Franchise Awards Mgr, Verlo Mattress Factory Stores
Multi-Unit Franchising Conference
"The Multi Unit Franchising and Development Conference was outstanding. Tony Roma's is looking for very specialized and experienced prospective franchise partners and we were able to meet with several at the Expo. A smaller show with very high quality attendees really creates a great atmosphere for talking about mutually beneficial opportunities for everyone. We will definitely join you again."
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Kera Vo Manager of Sales, Maui Wowi
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"Being a Franchisor there are a number of different franchise websites to choose from, it can get overwhelming. Franchising.com has helped us manage and qualify prospective buyers and constantly checks up on the progress of the leads they send to us. Franchising.com has provided us with quality leads over the years. That is why year after year we continue to advertise with them and all of their affiliates."
Gina Miller Franchise Qualification Specialist, Huntington Learning Centers, Inc.
Franchise UPDATE Magazine
"Franchise UPDATE is a critical management resource for practitioners to learn about state of the art franchise lead generation strategies and techniques from some of the industry's most renowned and prolific writers."
Lane Fisher Franchise Qualification Specialist, Fisher Zucker LLC
"Most of our clients come to Fishman PR through word-of-mouth referrals, but one place we continue to advertise is Franchise UPDATE. Our clients consider it to be one of the most respected publications in the industry. As a supplier targeting franchisors for services, the magazine is an ideal fit."
"Franchise UPDATE magazine is a must in our media plans. I highly recommend suppliers and franchisors alike strongly consider Franchise Update."
Jack Burris Franchise Qualification Specialist, Franchise Business Review
Multi-Unit Franchisee Magazine
"Multi-Unit Franchisee Magazine is the only publication that talks to me as a multi-unit franchisee. It fills a void for people like me who are developing territories through franchising. The success profiles and war stories of others doing what we are doing hit home.
We are now an area developer for Famous Famiglia as a result of responding to an ad they had placed in Multi-Unit Franchisee magazine."
Jack Ceccarelli Area Developer, Florida Eateries LLC
"We are very pleased with the exposure the Denny's brand receives in Multi-Unit Franchisee Magazine. The magazine reaches the prime movers and shakers in the fast paced world of restaurant development. We are also very happy to work with the Franchise Update team who are a pleasure to do business with both in terms of the quality of work and professional attitude."
Steve Dunn Vice President, Denny's
"Multi-Unit Franchisee Magazine has proven itself to be a great platform for us to reach our most highly sought after prospects--the multi-unit restaurant operators!
It's one of the few sources that I don't have to wonder if our message is reaching our target client--the multi-unit and/or multi-concept restaurant operator."
Chris Bailey Director of Franchise Development, Bojangles
