Springboard 2023: How to Use Outside Investment to Become a Household Name (Finance)
Springboard 2023: How to Use Outside Investment to Become a Household Name (Finance)
Despite a slow-down in 2023, franchise brands are continuing to attract private equity and strategic buyers to continue the industry path towards professionalization. Due to high interest rates, inflation, Fed Policy and a looming recession; emerging franchisors are in the best position to secure growth capital or to align with strategic operating partners in the franchise space vs. their more mature industry counterparts. Hear from some of the industry’s most experienced and engaged participants about the state of the market and what buyers are looking for during this dynamic time.
Moderator: Ron Feldman – Principal, Franchise Strategy Solutions
Panelists: Tony Zaccario – CEO, Stretch Zone, Chris Grandpre – Chairman, Empower Brands & Operating Partner, MidOcean Partners, Pat Galleher – Managing Partner, Boxwood Partners, Anthony Polazzi – President & CEO, AP Franchised Concepts