2025 Outlook: What to Expect in the Year Ahead

Join Rick Dennen, CEO of First Franchise Capital, as he provides insights into the year ahead. Rick will also answer your questions regarding potential disruptive forces, utilizing technology and AI, and more.

Election Special: Tax and Market Update for Franchisees

Steve Blake, Managing Director at CBIZ, and Marc Chandler, Chief Market Strategist at Bannockburn Global Forex, are back for a discussion moderated by Matt Staninger, Marketing Research Analyst from our sister company, Oak Street Funding. The panel will discuss possible upcoming tax policy changes, growing during uncertainty, trends for business owners to be aware of, and more as we approach 2025.

Unlock Market Opportunities: Strategies for Growth and Funding for Franchisees

Join Marc Chandler, Chief Market Strategist at Bannockburn Global Forex, and Alicia Chandler, President of First Franchise Capital, as they discuss the current market environment, business outlook for 2024, and more.

How to Plan & Finance a Successful QSR Remodel

QSR franchisees understand the importance of refreshing units to continue attracting customers and increase revenue — but it can be overwhelming to plan and execute remodeling projects. The panel will include Jon McClure, Head of Franchise Lending at First Franchise Capital, and Tareq Hishmeh, President and CEO of Hishmeh Enterprises and franchisor of 107 Domino’s units.

Strategic Growth Through Acquisition

Jon McClure, Head of Franchise Lending at First Franchise Capital, and Bruce Hostetler, Director of Underwriting at First Franchise Capital, discussed strategically growing through acquisitions. They also answered any questions submitted during registration about becoming a "serial acquirer." The conversation was moderated by Bill Nicholson, Sales Director at First Franchise Capital.

2023 Outlook: Market Update and End of Year Review

Alicia Chandler, President of First Franchise Capital, is joined by Marc Chandler, Managing Director and Chief Market Strategist at Bannockburn Global Forex, for a discussion on the market after the Federal Reserve meeting and how to prepare for the new year. They will answer your questions from registration and will also answer questions live.