The Best Upcoming Franchise Shows

Industry shows are great opportunities to network with other industry professionals. Events are attended by brand representatives, consultants, brokers, suppliers, vendors, lenders and marketers. There's always something new to learn, whether it's an interesting perspective from a keynote speaker or a new contact that could further an attendee's personal and professional goals. As for the industry, the "Grandaddy of Them All" - IFA's annual convention - took place in February in , but there are still plenty of event opportunities for the rest of 2022.

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Below is a list of talks and shows for the second half of 2022, including links to more information and registration details.

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Franchise fairs

If you're looking for an opportunity near you, you'll find franchise shows produced by National Event Management in the United States all over the United States. Here is a list of the remaining stops for this traveling exhibit:

24-25 September 2022

San Antonio, TX

Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center

Register for free tickets

October 8-9, 2022

Detroit, Michigan

Showcase of the Suburban collection

Register for free tickets

October 22-23, 2022

Atlanta, Georgia

Cobb Galleria Center

Register for free tickets

November 5-6, 2022

Tampa, Florida

Tampa Convention Center

Register for free tickets

November 19-20, 2022

San Francisco, California

Alameda County Fair

Register for free tickets

MFV Exhibitions

For three decades, MFV Expositions has produced and hosted some of the most prestigious franchise shows in the world. Thousands of franchise companies introduce participants to proven, successful concepts and help them get started, but never on their own. MFV's exhibits feature all levels of industry and investment, while providing attendees with comprehensive educational programs to help them make informed decisions about their franchise options. Their events follow a regional footprint, and there's still a show in 2022, if you're in the area or want to travel.

9-10 September 2022

South Franchise Expo

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Fort Lauderdale Convention Center – Hall B

Register to participate

October 7-8, 2022

Houston Franchise Expo

Houston, Texas

NRG Center

Register to participate

Emerging Franchise Events

Entrepreneur highlighted the importance of these emerging brand opportunities on the ground floor, and now you can experience them yourself at these two events.

September 28-30, 2022

Springboard event for emerging and (re)emerging franchisors

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Old Town Philadelphia Marriott

Register to participate

November 2-4, 2022

IFA Emerging Franchisor Conference

Nashville, TN

Hilton Nashville Downtown

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