11:00 am - 11:10 am Welcome & Opening Remarks

Welcome by: Mara Fortin, Owner, Nothing Bundt Cakes, San Diego, CA

Co-Sponsor Remarks: Brian Frank, SVP, Head Franchise Finance, Texas Capital Bank; Justin M. Klein, Partner, Marks & Klein, LLP

11:10 am - 12:00 pmLabor Policy: A Deep Dive on the Ever-Changing Landscape

A central challenge for franchisees is trying to establish and maintain policies, procedures and practices that comply with a constantly evolving labor and employment law landscape. Hear from three top legal experts on the myriad labor issues that are impacting your business right now, and what you can do to navigate the labor space.

Moderator: Michael Layman, Vice President, Federal Government Relations, International Franchise Association

Speakers: Michael Lotito, Co-Chair Littler’s Workplace Policy Institute & Shareholder, Littler Mendelson; Erik Wulff, Partner, DLA Piper LLP (US); Justin M. Klein, Partner, Marks & Klein, LLP

Tuesday, September 12, 2017, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Capitol Salons F & G

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ROAD TOSUCCESS

12:00 pm - 12:20 pmBuffet Lunch Available

12:20 pm - 1:20 pmThe Best Team Wins: Build your Business Through Predictive Hiring

In today’s hyper-competitive market, the people on your team are the only true source of sustainable competitive advantage. Yet, most franchise owners don’t manage recruiting and hiring like the critical business operations that they truly are. In this fast-paced and engaging workshop, hiring expert and Hireology CEO, Adam Robinson, will teach you an actionable plan for building your best team. You’ll walk away with the knowledge you need to attract and hire the right people for your location.

Speaker: Adam Robinson, CEO, Hireology, Inc.

1:20 pm - 1:30 pmNetworking Break

1:30 pm - 2:00 pmWhy IFA? The Importance of Being & Staying Involved

As franchise business owners, we’re part of a community of entrepreneurs linked by a common goal – growing our businesses and flourishing in today’s economy. We’re also all affected by policy decisions being made in Washington like tax reform, health care and access to credit. Learn why you need to stay engaged with the IFA to help grow your business from franchisee leaders that understand the importance of staying involved beyond your visit to D.C.

Moderator: Erica Farage, Senior Director, Political Affairs & Grassroots Advocacy, International Franchise Association

Speakers: Sean Falk, CFE, Owner, Great American Cookies/Pretzelmaker of Houston, TX; Mara Fortin, Owner, Nothing Bundt Cakes, San Diego, CA

Franchisee Educational Program

Final Program

Thank You to Our Sponsors: