2025's Can't-Miss Franchise Events
Are you ready to take your franchise journey to new heights? Get ready to mark your calendars for some of the most anticipated franchise events happening in 2025. From networking opportunities to educational sessions and exciting exhibits, these events offer invaluable insights and resources for both seasoned franchise professionals and aspiring entrepreneurs. Here's a glimpse of what's in store for the rest of 2025:
Franchise Expo Charlotte
Date: April 4th-5th
Location: Concord, North Carolina
Description: Franchise Expo Charlotte offers an exceptional opportunity to explore franchise opportunities tailored to various investment levels and industries. Held at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte-Concord Golf Resort, this event connects prospective franchisees with proven businesses and emerging brands. Attend free seminars, network with industry leaders, and discover the tools you need to succeed in franchising.
International Franchise Show London
Date: April 11th-12th
Location: London, England
Description: The International Franchise Show London is the UK's largest event dedicated to franchising and entrepreneurship. This two-day event brings together over 180 exhibitors, showcasing franchise opportunities across various industries and investment levels. Attendees can benefit from free educational seminars, expert-led workshops, and one-on-one advice from industry leaders.
International Society of Franchising (ISoF) Annual Conference
Date: May 21st-24th
Location: Frederick University, Cyprus
Description: The International Society of Franchising (ISoF) Annual Conference is a premier global event where scholars share multidisciplinary and multinational research on franchising. This rotating event features scholarly discussions, the latest research findings, and networking opportunities for faculty and practitioners seeking to deepen their understanding of franchising.
International Franchise Expo (IFE)
Date: May 29th–31st
Location: New York, New York
Description: The International Franchise Expo (IFE) remains the pinnacle event in the franchising world, attracting entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts from around the globe. Attendees from all 50 states and 120 countries gather to meet face-to-face with over 300 exhibiting franchise brands and industry leaders. Discover a variety of franchise opportunities across investment levels and gain the knowledge needed to succeed as a franchise owner through networking and comprehensive educational seminars.
Franchise Leadership & Development Conference
Date: October 7th–9th
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Description: The Franchise Leadership & Development Conference is an exclusive event for franchise executives and development professionals. Attendees can gain insights, strategies, and best practices for franchise growth and expansion through keynote presentations, interactive workshops, and roundtable discussions focused on driving operational excellence and development success.