We are so excited for the annual FranTech convention taking place today and tomorrow (October 19^th - 20^th)! This event is one of the long-awaited IFA (International Franchise Association) conferences of the season, allowing exhibitors, sponsors and attendees alike to collaborate, converse and educate their peers on the latest technology trends within franchising. FranTech allows people from all over the nation and beyond to come together and thrive by learning “what’s next” within the franchise industry. Our team is ready-to-go in sunny San Diego, California both days of the convention and we cannot wait to see what they will be learning throughout the next couple of days.

Where to begin? The International Franchise Association 2017 Convention in Las Vegas was one for the books. It was a great location and event for franchise industry folks to gather together and have a wonderful time, both professionally and socially. Each day was packed full with informative sessions. Naranga had a particularly successful event and we’re excited to share some highlights from the show.

In recent years, growth in the franchise industry has been on a steady upswing. And from our observations, there are no signs that growth is going to end. That’s great news. With the debut of each new brand, there is an upsurge in jobs created, further benefiting the economy.

Instant gratification: that’s what our culture is all about. Consumers no longer need to patiently wait for their desired goods or services.

If you’re hungry and are craving your favorite Pad Thai from the restaurant 15 minutes away, you can log in to your Postmates mobile app, submit your order and have it delivered to you as soon as possible. Looking for a ride? Make a request on your Uber mobile app and you will have someone at your service quicker than you could imagine.

When first establishing their presence, emerging brands experience some of the most exciting times a company can go through. But when it comes to day-to-day necessities and resources available, emerging brands differ greatly from their established counterparts.

The 4^th annual Emerging Franchisor Conference, hosted by IFA and scheduled for Nov. 16-18 in New Orleans, is quickly approaching. The conference is designed to give franchisors additional opportunities to connect with one another and find new ways to evolve their brands. In our industry, Emerging Franchisor is a must-attend conference. It will include valuable information and industry insights, and you can take those key points back to your businesses and equip your brand for continued growth and success. And as a sponsor of and exhibitor at the event, we’re particularly excited about it this year.

This year’s FranTech show was one for the books. Both days, October 26 and 27, were full of insightful sessions with key takeaways. From think tanks and roundtable discussions to featured speakers, there was rarely a moment where attendees weren’t able to hear an expert’s opinion regarding all things technology and digital marketing for franchises. With more than 100 exhibitors and many more attendees, FranTech 2016 in Austin, Texas, was an exciting event for all.

FranTech, a conference that focuses on all things digital marketing and technology in the franchise industry, is right around the corner. If you’re trying to keep your brand on top of trends and techniques in franchise marketing, this is the place to be. The conference provides a great opportunity for attendees to learn from like-minded peers and experienced, C-level speakers.

The 2016 FLDC (Franchise Leadership & Development Conference) is quickly approaching, and Naranga could not be more ready!

FLDC is an exclusive conference event specifically designed for presidents, CEOs and franchise sales and development executives, and is being held at the InterContinental Buckhead Hotel in Atlanta this Wednesday through Friday. Naranga has attended in previous years and has found this conference to be a truly exciting and educational experience. There are ample opportunities for hands-on learning in addition to great networking sessions throughout the event.

The Franchise Benchmark Report aggregates data from hundreds of brands to provide reports highlighting key industry trends. It includes information that helps franchisors maintain a competitive edge in finding, qualifying, and signing new franchisees.

The Franchise Benchmark report provides useful insights, such as:

• Top 20 Franchise Portals to find potential prospects
• Top 10 Franchise Portals focusing on high liquidity prospects
• Most popular states for franchise expansion
• Top 10 cities to focus on franchise growth