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Attend franchise brand presentations from growing companies.

Meet one on one with CEOs and CFOs of the presenting franchise brands.

Network with leading franchise lenders looking to advance millions of dollars to franchise businesses.

Shift your development into high gear!

ATTEND THE FRANCHISE DEALMAKER’S EVENT!

FeaturingSubway CFO, David Worroll

and Chief Development Officer Don Fertman

REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.FRANCHISETIMES.COM

WHO SHOULD ATTENDThe conference welcomes those interested in looking for a new franchise opportunity. This would include prospective franchisees and existing multi-unit franchisees looking to add a second or third concept to their portfolios. Growth minded franchisors looking to jump-start their franchise development programs are also welcome to network and gather market intelligence.

Also invited are representatives from banks, finance companies, SBA lenders, investors, private equity firms and other financial intermediaries who wish to meet representatives from the presenting franchise brands and the franchisees in attendance.

The Finance & Growth Conference is a dealmaker’s event and the networking possibilities are outstanding. Don’t miss this year’s event.

Franchise Times Finance & Growth Conference connects franchisors, prospective franchisees and franchise lenders in a professional business and networking setting. Attendees get an inside peek at the growth plans of over 60 growing franchise brands and a unique opportunity to meet one-on-one with the CEOs and CFOs of these brands to gather more information and make deals. Attendees also have the opportunity to network with a wide swath of franchise lenders and investors looking to advance milliions of dollars in franchise financing.

Attend the Franchise Finance & Growth Conference and shift your development into high gear!

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CPE CREDITS FOR ACCOUNTANTS Franchise Times® is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN 37219-2417. Website: www.nasba.orgEarn Up to 17 CPE Credits. Program Level: BasicDelivery Method: Group-Live Prerequisites: None

CFE CREDITS IN FRANCHISING

The conference is approved by the Institute of Certified Franchise Executives (ICFE) of the International Franchise Association for 300 CFE Education credits towards the Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) program. A portion of each registration fee is remitted to the Institute of Certified Franchise Executives (ICFE). All Certified Franchise Executives (CFEs) are required to renew their certification every three years. Conference attendees are eligible for 300 CFE Education credits towards recertification.

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THE MIR AG E H OTE L The conference will be held at The Mirage Hotel, 3400 S. Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, Nevada 89109.

To book your hotel reservation: Call: 702-791-7111

Online: https://aws.passkey.com/go/financegrowthconference

The conference rate is $169 + $32 resort fee which includes property-wide high speed Internet (in-room & public areas), airline boarding pass printing, notary service, unlimited local and toll free calls and fitness center access.

Be sure to book early, as the room block fills up quickly – often before the April 15, 2018 cut-off.

Monday, May 7, 201812:00 PM – Registration Opens1:00 PM – General Session 1:30 PM – Franchisor Presentations5:30 PM – Networking Reception

Tuesday, May 8, 20187:30 AM – Breakfast and Presentation9:30 AM – Franchisor Presentations12:00 PM – Franchise Times® Dealmakers Awards Luncheon1:30 PM – Franchisor Presentations5:30 PM – Networking Reception

Wednesday, May 9, 20187:30 AM – Breakfast8:00 AM – Franchisor Presentations 12:00 PM – Conference Concludes

AGENDA-AT-A-GLANCE MEET THEFRANCHISE LENDERS! Representatives from top franchise lenders, investors and financial intermediaries will be on hand to meet growing franchise brands!

Franchise Times® is celebrating franchise dealmaking by honoring the best financial transactions in franchising in 2017. Winning Dealmakers will take center stage at this year’s conference and be honored at the conference luncheon on Tuesday, May 8, 2018. During the luncheon, conference attendees will get an inside look at the winning deals and business strategies of the top franchise companies.

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M I R AG E I S S O L D O U T!


TGI FridaysAslam Khan, CEOAslam has been CEO at TGI Friday's Inc. since April 27, 2017. He also serves as owner and CEO of Falcon Holdings Management and owns and operates over 130 restaurants. He has expertise in both operations and marketing and is skilled in food and beverage service operations.

Capriotti’s Sandwich ShopAshley Morris, CEOAshley is the CEO of Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop, Inc., the parent franchising company for Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop Restaurants. He has more than twelve years experience in restaurant operations, corporate finance, management, franchise operations, negotiations, venture capital, money management, banking, and investments.

Dippin’ DotsScott Fischer, CEOScott is the CEO of Dippin’ Dots, LLC and Dippin’ Dots Cryogenics. Since acquiring Dippin’ Dots from bankruptcy in 2012, Scott has led the company to record growth, including $300 million in retail sales, and through its international expansion in 12 countries outside of the United States.

FRANCHISE COMPANY PRESENTERS

MOD PizzaBob Barton, CFOBob started his career at the public accounting firm of Deloitte and became a CPA serving clients in the aerospace, healthcare and financial services arenas. He currently serves as CFO for MOD Pizza, a fast casual pizza restaurant chain based in Seattle, Washington in 2008.

Happy TaxMario Costanz, CEOIn 2014, Mario launched a new model in the tax business: Happy Tax. The innovative business model offers a compelling combination of exceptional customer experiences and immaculate tax expertise. Happy Tax was named fastest growing in their industry as ranked by Entrepreneur Magazine.

Salsarita’s Fresh Mexican GrillPhilip Friedman, CEOPhilip is Chairman & CEO of Salsarita’s Fresh Cantina, a casual Mexican restaurant chain he acquired through his holding company, Mississippi Restaurant Group, in June 2011. Prior to Salsarita's, Phil was with McAlister’s, a quick casual concept.

Melt ShopJosh Morgan, COOJosh joined Aurify Brands in 2013 as an operating partner of Melt Shop. In 2015, he became operating partner of all six of Aurify Brands’ restaurant concepts; Five Guys, Melt Shop, The Little Beet, Little Beet Table, Fields Good Chicken, and MAKE Sandwich.

The Wendy’s CompanyAbigail Pringle, Chief Development OfficerAbigail was named chief development officer for The Wendy’s Company in December 2014. A member of Wendy’s senior leadership team, Abigail is responsible for design, construction, real estate planning, site selection, portfolio management, and franchise development and services.

Elements MassageJeremy Morgan, CEOJeremy is the CEO of Elements Massage which is owned by WellBiz Brands, Inc., one of the largest health and wellness franchise organizations in the United States (the company also owns Fitness Together and Fit 36, Inc.) Elements Therapeutic Massage, LLC began franchising in 2006.

R Taco / Rusty TacoDenise Fenton, Founder/DirectorDenise is one of the founders of R Taco/Rusty Taco. She maintains the legacy her husband started by being actively involved in growing the R Taco brand. She is also able to share the history and vision of the brand to potential franchisees.

Black Bear DinerBruce Dean, CEODean, a restaurant industry veteran with 40+ years of experience, he oversees all facets of Black Bear Diner’s business, franchise and menu development, helping drive the brand’s strategic expansion and its promise to deliver “great food, great service and great atmosphere.”

Tropical Smoothie CafePaul Marsden, CFOPaul oversees development and execution of financial strategies in support of the company’s business plans. With extensive experience in the food service industry, Paul came to Tropical Smoothie Cafe from Popeyes, where he served as the chief accounting officer.


Wing ZoneMatt Friedman, CEOMatt Friedman and Adam Scott opened the first Wing Zone in 1991. Today Wing Zone has nearly 100 locations open across the U.S, Panama, Bahamas, and Saudi Arabia, Dominican Republic, Malaysia and United Arab Emirates, Colombia, Costa Rica, Russia and Guatemala.

Clean JuiceLandon Eckles, CEOLandon is the co-founder and CEO at Clean Juice. After spending years of traveling internationally, he was ready for a career change. He and his wife Kat saw a need for a juice bar in the Charlotte area. They quickly jumped into the idea with full motivation and heart and founded Clean Juice in 2014.

FRANCHISE COMPANY PRESENTERS

Smoothie KingWan Kim, CEOWan was Smoothie King's first international franchisee, opening a store location in South Korea in 2003. Over the next five years, he grew the brand to more than 130 locations in that country. In 2012, Wan approached Smoothie King's founders, Steve and Cindy Kuhnau, to purchase the company.

Fuzzy’s Taco ShopJessica Wescott, EVP, FinanceJessica joined the Fuzzy’s Taco Shop family in January 2018. She is responsible for budgeting, forecasting, and providing strategic counsel to the company’s president. Fuzzy’s continues to grow rapidly and currently has over 130 restaurants in operation, mostly franchised.

Sport ClipsScott Perry, CFOScott is a seasoned finance and operations executive and highly experienced in business modeling and strategy, process improvement and financial management. Sport Clips opened its first store in 1993 in Austin, Texas. In 2016, they celebrated the opening of their 1,500th location.

Teriyaki MadnessMichael Haith, CEOWith 28 years of experience as a franchisee, franchisor, franchise investor and franchise supplier, Michael has a unique perspective on what it takes to achieve success for franchisors and is focused on aggressive growth of his franchise systems.

SaladworksPatrick Sugrue, President & CEOPatrick brings more than 20 years of experience in the food industry and extensive executive expertise to his role at Saladworks. He is committed to empowering franchisees and driving unit-level profitability and top-line revenue, as well as providing global brand leadership.

TruFusionJonathan Fornaci, PresidentJonathan's formal leadership background is from companies such as GE Capital, Stanford Research Institute and Accenture along with both private equity and venture capital funded companies in the technology, retail/restaurants, franchising, real estate and manufacturing space.

Additional brands as of April 23, 2018OXXO Care CleanersSalomon Mishaan, CEOSalomon is the CEO of OXXO Care Cleaners, a leading environmentally-responsible dry-cleaning franchise based in the U.S. with international presence. OXXO was founded with our “WE CARE” philosophy and commitment and has applied it to every aspect of our business.

• Another Broken Egg• Athletic Republic• b.good• Boston's Pizza• British Swim School• CoreLife Eatery• D.P. Dough• Del Taco• Express Employment• Fat Brands• Foot Solution• Freddy's Frozen Custard• Gaitt's Pizza• GiGi's Cupcakes• Home Franchise Concepts• Hotworx• HuHot Mongolian Grill• King's Bierhaus• Office Evolution

• PedalPub• Pizza Schmizza• Rent-A-Center• School of Rock• Scooter's Coffee• Sharkey's Cuts For Kids• Shuckin' Shack• Slapfish Restaurant• Sport Clips• Safeguard Business Solutions• Sub Zero Ice Cream• The Greene Turtle Sports Bar & Grille• The Honey Do Service• UFC Gym• Verlo Mattress• ZIPS Franchising


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Policies: With written cancellation notice, received by April 27, 2018 you will receive a refund (minus a $50 administrative charge on cancellations). Any cancellations after April 27, 2018 are non-refundable. Notices of cancellation must be faxed to the Franchise Times office at (612) 767-3230. Attendee no shows will not receive refunds. Substitution of enrolled attendees is permitted. Conference Fee: The conference fee includes all conference sessions, materials and conference meal functions. The fee does not include hotel rooms or travel to the conference.

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