We invite you to a value-packed educational seminar with top experts in the industry that will provide valuable information on how Minorities can profit and build generational wealth as a Franchisee or a Franchisor.

During this 1 hour session, you will learn emerging trends, the leading players in the franchising industry, how technology is affecting growth, getting access to capital, and understanding the regulatory environment.

Date: Saturday, June 3rd, 2023 at 2:30 PM

Location:

HALLS 1B & 1C (Inside the International Franchise Expo)

Room: Show Floor Theatre 2

Benefits of attending:

• Learn the top 12 Keys to success in franchising
• Learn how to get access to capital
• Learn the advantages and disadvantages of being a franchisee or franchisor
• Learn marketing secrets to grow a franchise business
• Learn the current state of franchising
• Understanding the legal language of franchising

Speakers:

1) Allan Boomer | Momentum Advisors

Allan Boomer is an investor with more than 20 years of experience. He is the founder and Managing Partner of an investment firm called Momentum Advisors which manages over $300 million for families across the country. He has been investing in franchises since 2013 and, alongside his partner Tiffany Hawkins, runs an investment fund that owns 8 ZIPS Cleaners in 2 different states. Additionally, Boomer and Hawkins have made investments in two other national fitness franchises.

Allan holds an MBA in Finance, Accounting, and Entrepeneurship from the NYU Stern School of Business, and an undergraduate degree in business from Morgan State University.

Allan co-hosts a weekly radio show on wealth-building and entrepreneurship on SiriusXM, called The Momentum Advisors.

2) Richard Snow | Vice President | National Specialty & Franchise Banking Relationship Manager | Bremer Bank

Richard joined Bremer Bank in 2023 and has more than 20 years of experience in the financial services industry. He provides commercial banking solutions to help clients meet their financial needs. He integrates advice from multiple disciplines to take a holistic approach in helping you identify and meet your business objectives. Richard helps franchisors, franchisees, and specialty businesses establish and exceed their financial goals by building long-term client relationships based on prudence, responsibility, and trust.

Richard’s passion for building alliances within the community and connecting with business owners has been acknowledging nationally. The International Franchise Association (IFA) named Richard Snow as the recipient of the 2023 Ronald E. Harrison Award and the 2022 Open for Opportunity Award. Mr. Snow was recognized because of his significant contributions to minorities in franchising, expanding diversity, equity, and inclusion matters within franchise organizations and communities.

Richard earned a Bachelor of Arts in Speech Communication/Public Relations from Edinboro University with a minor in Economics. He also earned a Master of Business Administration from Eastern University.

Richard leverages his expertise and insight on gaining access to capital to educate and provide resources to business owners. He has been a featured speaker to diverse audiences across the United States on a variety of topics that impact the franchise industry over the past two decades. He also serves as the Chair of the IFA Black Franchise Leadership Council, a Board Member of the IFA Diversity Institute, and a Board Member of the IFA Foundation. Richard lives with his wife and two sons in Cherry Hill, New Jersey.

3) Andre Kay — CEO of Sociallybuzz. Founded in 2009, we help franchisees grow using social media data and advertising.

Andre Kay is the Founder and CEO of Sociallybuzz, a social media reputation management, and advertising agency. Under his leadership, Sociallybuzz was named one of the best entrepreneurial companies in America by Entrepreneur Magazine.

As an entrepreneur, Andre has been recognized for excellence in achieving business growth through innovation within the digital marketing industry. He’s committed to building a company that provides its employees with opportunities to thrive both professionally and personally while fostering their well-being both inside and outside of work.

Sociallybuzz provides managed services and technology automation to help businesses grow using social media, data, and advertising. They combined the perfect synergy of high-touch, people-powered social media management services, and technology to help companies succeed in this ever-changing social media industry.

Andre is an African-American and life-long successful marketing entrepreneur, author, and bootstrapped Sociallybuzz from a small “do it for you” social media company to a nationally recognized social media agency and software company. He grew the company from $0 to over $20 million with no outside investments.

He’s successfully worked with brands such as Domino’s, Jamba Juice, TGI Fridays, Papa John’s, Golden Krust, PJ’s Coffee, etc., leading campaigns that generated millions of dollars in sales. His background includes being on the frontlines of digital marketing since its inception when he co-founded one of the first black-owned social media agencies in Florida.

Time: 2:30-3:30

Free!

Registration