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About the
Conference
Encore
LAS Vegas
Franchise Times® 17th Annual Franchise Finance
& Growth Conference is franchising’s premier
franchise lending and dealmaker’s conference.
Attendees are invited to meet with franchise
lenders and investors throughout the conference
and get an inside look at the growth plans of over
30+ successful franchise companies as they make
presentations about their expansion initiatives.
Lenders, investors and potential franchisees
will want to learn more about these growing
brands and network with other franchise operator
attendees. It’s a franchise dealmaker’s event and
one that shouldn’t be missed.
The conference will be held at The Encore Hotel
located at 3121 South Las Vegas Boulevard, Las
Vegas, Nevada 89109.
The Encore is a resort
destination casino with luxury hotel towers. Encore’s
well-appointed spaces offer a bright and elegant
style paired with the exceptional level of service that
is uniquely Wynn.
Attendees will also attend workshops and
luncheon presentations concerning the current
lending and investment environment for franchised
businesses. For all attendees, the networking and
educational possibilities are outstanding.
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call the Encore at 1-888-320-9966.
The last day to make reservations at the $209
discounted conference rate is March 25, 2015.
Who Should Attend
Owners, operators and senior management of
franchise businesses including franchisors and
multi-unit franchisees interested in expanding
their operations. Also invited are representatives
from banks, finance companies, SBA lenders,
investors, private equity firms, real estate investors
and other financial intermediaries who wish to
learn more about the growth and expansion plans
from the presenting franchise brands and network
with other franchise operator attendees.
Conference credits
CPE Credits for Accountants
CFE Credits in Franchising
Franchise Times® is registered with
the National Association of State
Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as
a sponsor of continuing professional
education on the National Registry
of CPE Sponsors. State boards of
accountancy have final authority on
the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit.
Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be
addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150
Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN 372192417. Website: www.nasba.org
The conference is approved by the
Institute of Certified Franchise Executives
(ICFE) of the International Franchise
Association for 300 credits towards
the Certified Franchise Executive (CFE)
program. A portion of each registration
fee is remitted to the Institute of Certified Franchise
Executives (ICFE). All Certified Franchise Executives
(CFEs) are required to renew their certification every
three years. Conference attendees are eligible for 300
credits towards recertification.
Earn Up to 14 CPE Credits. Program Level: Basic
Delivery Method: Group-Live Prerequisites: None
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Conference
Highlights
Agenda-at-a-Glance
Monday, April 20, 2015
12:00 PM – Registration Opens
1:30 PM – Keynote: Sally Smith,
Buffalo Wild Wings
2:15 PM –
Franchisor Presentations
5:30 PM – Networking Reception
Franchise Times® is celebrating franchise
dealmaking by honoring the best financial
transactions in franchising of 2014. Winning
Dealmakers will take center stage at this
year’s conference and be honored at the
conference luncheon on Tuesday, April
21, 2015. During the luncheon, conference
attendees will get an inside look at the
winning deals.
The Art of the Deal: How the Best Deals
Got Done
Join the discussion with the Franchise Times’
Dealmakers on the Ins and Outs of the Boldest
Transactions of the Past Year
Moderator: Beth Ewen, Managing Editor,
Franchise Times
Greg Flynn, CEO, Flynn Restaurant Group
Heidi Ganahl, CEO, Camp Bow Wow
Mike Bidwell, CEO, The Dwyer Group
Greg Flynn
Heidi Ganahl
Mike Bidwell
Tuesday, April 21, 2015
7:30 AM – Breakfast and Presentation
9:30 AM – Keynote: Paul Brown, Arby’s
10:00 AM– Franchisor Presentations
12:30 PM – Franchise Times® Dealmakers
Awards Luncheon
2:00 PM – Franchisor Presentations
5:30 PM – Networking Reception
Wednesday, April 22, 2015
7:30 AM – Breakfast
8:00 AM – Franchisor Presentations
The Up and Comers
11:00 AM – Conference Concludes
MEET THE
Franchise
LENDERS
Dealmakers Sponsors
Representatives from the top lenders and
other financial intermediaries who wish
to meet representatives from growing
franchise brands will be at the conference
– and on-stage to introduce themselves!
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Keynote Speakers
Sally Smith, CEO,
Buffalo Wild Wings
Sally serves as CEO and
president of Buffalo Wild
Wings, Inc., one of the
nation’s fastest-growing
national restaurant chains
which includes more than
1,072 restaurants in the
United States, Canada and
Mexico. In 2003, Sally led
the company in its initial public offering, raising
more than $50 million which has helped fund the
company’s exceptional growth.
Paul Brown, CEO,
Arby’s Restaurant
Group
Paul serves as the CEO for
Arby’s Restaurant Group,
Inc. (ARG). Arby’s was the
first nationally franchised,
coast-to-coast sandwich
chain and currently
has more than 3,400
restaurants worldwide.
Approximately, 1,000 of the restaurants are
company-owned and operated. In 2011, the Arby’s
brand was acquired by Roark Capital Group.
Franchise Company Presenters
Stephen Sather
CEO, El Pollo Loco
Stephen has been CEO and president of
El Pollo Loco since 2010. He has extensive
industry and management experience in
the casual dining and quick-service sectors
and a deep understanding of restaurant
operations.
As the leader of Jamba Juice Company,
a subsidiary of Jamba Inc., James led the
company through a turnaround, driving the
change to build it into a powerhouse chain
for health-concious consumers.
Roland Dickey Jr.
CEO, Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants
James Greco
President & COO, Newk’s Eatery
Roland is grandson of company founder
Travis Dickey, Sr. Since becoming president
and CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants
in 2006, he has expanded the restaurant’s
reach from 20 to over 500 restaurants
nationwide.
President and COO of Newk’s Eatery, Jim
is a visionary in growing middle-market
restaurant companies, Prior to Newk’s,
he held other executive positions in the
industry including CEO and president of
Sbarro, CEO of Le Duff America and CEO
of Bruegger’s Enterprises, Inc.
Mark Wolfinger
CEO, Denny’s
Grady Walker
Treasurer, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
Rodney Eckerman
CEO, PizzaRev
Phil Friedman
CEO, Salsarita’s Fresh Cantina
Mark joined Denny’s in 2005, bringing a
wealth of retail and restaurant experience
as well as strategic and financial knowledge
that help strengthen the Denny’s brand and
solidify the company’s capital structure.
Rodney has served in a senior management
capacity in diverse areas of the entertainment
business. He brings his experience and past
success to his newest business venture,
PizzaRev, where he serves as co-CEO. The
company projects to have 65 corporate and
franchise units open in 2015.
James White
Chairman, CEO & President, Jamba
Juice
Grady’s charge at Popeyes is to maintain an
efficient capital structure for the company,
and to foster and accelerate growth in
Popeyes’ company and franchisee-owned
restaurant network.
Phil is at the helm of Salsarita’s, an
85-location casual Mexican restaurant chain
he acquired through his holding company,
Mississippi Restaurant Group, LLC. Prior
to Salsarita’s he was chairman, CEO and
president of McAlister’s Corporation.
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Franchise Company Presenters
Mike Rotondo
CEO, Tropical Smoothie Cafe
After serving as vice president of operations
and COO, Mike was named CEO in August
2012. In this role, he is responsible for
the brand’s strategic vision and overall
franchise performance.
Samit Varma
CEO, Pizza Studio
Venture capitalist and pizza lover Samit
co-founded Pizza Studio in 2012. Inspired by
his fondest childhood memories of creating
his own pizzas in his mother’s kitchen,
the “build-your-own” assembly line-style
pizzeria opened its doors off the campus
of the University of Southern California in
January 2013.
Chad Hope
CFO, Johnny Rockets
Chad joined the leadership team of Johnny
Rockets in December 2013 as CFO. A CPA
and seasoned veteran of the food franchise
industry, Chad oversees all financial
operations and focuses on global financial
strategy and planning.
Sam Kaufman
CFO, la Madeleine
Promoted after more than five years as
senior director of financial planning for
la Madeleine, Kaufman has a wealth of
restaurant industry knowledge. He began
working in financial roles at restaurant
companies nearly 15 years ago.
Scott Redler
Founder, Freddy’s Frozen Custard &
Steakburgers
Scott is co-founder, COO and vice president
of Freddy’s. He is responsible for operations,
purchasing, construction and franchising.
Freddy’s has 140 locations and will look to
open 45 new outlets in 2015.
Rich Hicks
CEO, MOOYAH Burgers Fries & Shakes
Rich was recently voted top 25 CEO’s in Fast
Casual’s 2014 Top Movers and Shakers. He
has been in the restaurant business nearly 30
years, working his way up from dishwasher
to his current role as CEO at MOOYAH
Burgers Fries & Shakes.
Jim Mizes
President, Blaze Pizza
Over the past 25 years, Jim has worked
with multiple start-ups to rapidly grow
the business. He currently leads Blaze
Pizza, where it has grown from 2 to
40+ restaurants in 18 months. The Blaze
team has more than 30 experienced
franchisees covering most of the U.S.
Additional presenting brands
(as of February 11, 2015)
• BurgerFi – Corey Winograd, CEO
Steve Brake
CFO, Del Taco
Joining the company in 2003, Steve has
been instrumental in building a foundation
to drive and support company and
franchised restaurant growth in new and
existing markets. He was also actively
involved in the company’s acquisition by
Sagittarius Brands in 2006, and later led a
recapitalization of the company.
Blake Bailey
CFO, Zaxby’s Franchising
Blake began his career with Zaxby’s as a
corporate controller when Zaxby’s consisted
of 85 restaurants. He has been instrumental
in building the financial infrastructure that
supports this rapidly growing franchise
system.
• Dairy Queen – Mark Vinton, CFO
• Driven Brands – Steve Jackson, CFO
• Jersey Mike’s – John Teza, CDO
• Nothing Bundt Cakes – Brian Harley, CFO
• Renue Systems – David Grossman, CEO
• Self Esteem Brands – Chuck Runyon CEO
• Senior Helpers - Robert Sharkey, CFO
• Uncle Maddio’s – Tony Brewer, CFO
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April 20-22, 2015
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