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AND INVESTORS FOR THE 2016 FRANCHISE GROWTH FORUM

Meet CEOs and CFOs of the fastest growing franchise brands.

Get an inside look and hear presentations and growth strategies from over 40+ growing franchise brands.

Meet the Franchise Lenders— representatives of the top franchise lenders will be on hand to discuss your deal.

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WHO SHOULD ATTENDowners, operators and senior management of franchise businesses including franchisors and multi-unit franchisees interested in expansion. also invited are representatives from banks, finance companies, sBa lenders, investors, private equity firms, real estate investors and other financial intermediaries who wish to network with and learn more about the growth and expansion plans from the presenting franchise brands and network with other franchise operator attendees.

Franchise Times® Finance & Growth Conference is franchising’s premier investment event and brings together lenders, investors, franchisors and multi-unit franchisees. attendees will hear C-level presentations from Ceos and Cfos of the fastest growing franchise brands. over 40+ successful franchisors will present their expansion plans, explain their unit economics and meet one-on-one with lenders and prospective multi-unit franchisees. franchise lenders and investors will get an inside look at these companies, while multi-unit franchisees won’t find a better forum to evaluate potential growth opportunities.

attendees will also have the opportunity to meet with the top franchise lenders and attend presentations concerning the current lending and investment environment for franchised businesses. plus, franchise Times will honor the top Dealmakers in franchising during 2015. The networking and dealmaking possibilities of this event are exceptional.

Franchise Times® Finance & Growth Conference has been the franchise dealmaker’s event for over 19 years and shouldn’t be missed.

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 14 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.

CONFERENCE CREDITS

A b O UT THE CO NFE RE N CE


monday, march 14, 201612:00 pm – registration opens1:30 pm – keynote: charlie morrison, ceo wingstop restaurants inc. 2:15 pm – Franchisor presentations5:30 pm – networking reception

tuesday, march 15, 20167:30 am – Breakfast and presentation9:30 am – Franchisor presentations12:30 pm – Franchise times® Dealmakers awards luncheon2:00 pm – Franchisor presentations5:30 pm – networking reception

wednesday, march 16, 20167:30 am – Breakfast8:00 am – Franchisor presentations 11:00 am – conference concludes

AGENDA-AT-A-GLANCE

Sponsored by

THE COSMO P O LITA N H OTE L The conference will be held at the Cosmopolitan Hotel, 3708 Las Vegas Blvd South, Las Vegas, NV 89109. Experience a luxury Las Vegas hotel & casino in the heart of The Strip.

To book your hotel reservation call: (855) 435-0005 - Conference Code: SFRAN6.

For online reservations: https://resweb.passkey.com/go/SFRAN6

The conference rate is $189 + $30 resort fee which includes high speed internet (in-room & public areas) and 24 hour fitness center access.

Be sure to book early, as the room block fills up quickly – often before the FEBRUARY 22, 2016 cut-off.

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 2015. Winning Dealmakers will take center stage at this year’s conference and be honored at the conference luncheon on Tuesday, march 15, 2016. During the luncheon, conference attendees will get an inside look at the winning deals.


Charlie Morrison, CEO Wingstop Restaurants Inc.

steve BrakecFo, Del tacoDuring his tenure at Del Taco, steve has led various strategic initiatives focused on comparable store sales performance, cost control strategies and building a foundation to drive and support company and franchised restaurant growth in new and existing markets.

Jason macedacFo, Dunkin’ BrandsJason oversees all forecasting, budgeting, risk mitigation, and financial management decisions for the Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins Brands in the Us. his field treasury team manages the banking relationships with institutions who provide capital to Dunkin’ Brands’ franchisees.

chris newcombceo, newk’s eateryChris has a special talent for developing innovative restaurant concepts that not only meet consumer’s current needs, but anticipate their future needs as well. as one of the co-founders of mcalister’s Deli, he pioneered the fast casual restaurant concept, defining the industry’s fastest-growing segment.

Don Foxceo, Firehouse subsDon leads the strategic growth of firehouse subs, one of america’s leading fast casual restaurant brands. Under his leadership, the brand has grown to more than 930 restaurants in 43 states, puerto Rico and Canada, and is recognized as one of the best franchises in the country.

FRANCHISE COMPANy PRESENTERS

chance carlisleceo, lYFe kitchen restaurantsChance has been integral in the development of commercial and mixed use properties, including multifamily housing and restaurants. he also leads the development of lYfe Kitchen's socially and environmentally responsible standards.

carin stutzpresident, mcalister’s DeliCarin joined foCUs Brands in november 2014 as the president of mcalister's Deli, the award winning fast casual restaurant chain known for sandwiches, spuds, soups, salads, and mcalister's famous sweet Tea.

KE y N OTE S PE A KE R

paul hinemancFo, First watch restaurantspaul joined first Watch’s team in 2013 after serving as the executive vice president for the national Restaurant association. as chief financial officer for first Watch, he oversees the financial strategy and management of the award-winning restaurant company.

Charlie has been the chief executive officer and president at Wingstop since June 12, 2012. Charlie has more than 20 years of financial and restaurant leadership experience. Wingstop has had an incredible year, with tremendous franchise growth, a very successful ipo, and strong continued success in the social and digital marketing space which is an important way for the brand to reach its core consumers. in 2015 it expects to open 120-130 franchised locations, with continued growth ahead as it progresses on its path toward its goal of 2,500 domestic restaurants.

greg esgarcFo, massage envygreg is a member of the executive management team of massage envy. he is responsible for overseeing and managing all accounting activities, and ensuring compliance within the franchise Disclosure Documents.


philip Friedmanceo, salsarita’sphil is Ceo of salsarita’s fresh Cantina, an 85-location casual mexican restaurant chain he acquired through his holding company, mississippi Restaurant group, llC in June of 2011. prior to salsarita’s he was Ceo and president of mcalister’s Deli.

John maguirepresident & ceo, Friendly’s ice creamJohn is an accomplished business executive with more than two decades of experience in restaurant operations. he brings a wide range of operating experience and management expertise to friendly’s and has an in-depth knowledge of both the restaurant business and food processing.

FRANCHISE COMPANy PRESENTERS

Brett pontonceo, aamcoBrett is president, Ceo, and director of aamCo and its parent company, american Driveline systems. Brett is a veteran in the automotive service industry with more than 20 years of senior management experience.

mike rotondoceo, tropical smoothiemike is Ceo of Tropical smoothie Café (TsC). after serving as vice president of operations (2008 – 2010) and chief operating officer (2010 – 2012), mike was named Ceo in august 2012. in this role, he is responsible for the brand’s strategic vision and overall franchise performance.

carl howardceo, Fazoli’sCarl is credited with turning around the fast-casual italian restaurant chain. he reengineered and repositioned fazoli’s from a struggling quick-service concept to one of the industry’s most innovative, trend-setting fast-casual brands with staying power.

David mcDougallceo, Back Yard BurgersDavid is a foodservice veteran who has a successful track record as a senior leader in both QsR and full-service restaurants. he has earned a reputation for operations optimization, financial engineering, technology enhancements and international expansion, as well as team leadership.

tim mullanycFo, rave restaurant group (pie Five)Tim is the Cfo of RaVe Restaurant group; the home of two exciting brands: pie five pizza Co., the nation’s leading fast casual pizza company, and pizza inn, one of the nation’s first dine-in pizza chains.

Bruce schroderpresident, moe’s southwest grillBruce is the president of moe’s southwest grill, a fast-casual restaurant franchise featuring fresh, handmade, customizable southwestern food in a welcoming environment

Jeff sorumcorporate controller, Buffalo wild wingsJeff serves as senior vice president and corporate controller at Buffalo Wild Wings, an american casual dining restaurant and sports bar franchise which specializes in chicken wings and sauces.

gina “gigi” ButlerFounder, gigi’s cupcakesgigi opened the first gigi's Cupcakes location in 2008. Today they have built almost 100 locations in 23 states, and are continuing to expand. The bakery chain offers a rotating selection of gourmet cupcakes and other indulgent desserts.

• Blink Fitness – Todd Magazine, President

• The Halal Guys – Ahmed Abouelenein, CEO

• Jersey Mike’s – Hoyt Jones, President

• Johnny Rockets – Charles Bruce, CEO

• Pizza Hut – Artie Starrs, General Manager

• Rita’s Italian Ice – John Dombroski, CFO

• Subway – Ralph Piselli, Manager

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