Event

The Great American Franchise Expo (TGAFE)

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The essentials

Event details

Dates
7 November 2026 to 8 November 2026
Organiser
The Great American Franchise Expo

Public discussion

What people are saying

Agenda themes

Topics covered

  • Business Services

On stage

Speakers

  • Rudy FredericoFranchise Expert
  • Rick RobinsonPresident, Franchise Genesis
  • Steve PhelpsVice President, Franchise Genesis
  • Chuck BarsonFranchise Expert
  • Nick NeonakisCEO, The Franchise Consulting Company

On the floor

Sponsors and partners

  • Feeding America
  • Ronald McDonald House
  • Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

Logistics

Where to stay

Places to stay near the venue.

  • Delta Hotels

    110 m from the venue

    200 North Centennial Way, Mesa, 85201

  • Azure Hotel

    1.3 km from the venue

    651 East Main Street, Mesa, 85203

  • Ramada

    910 m from the venue

    250 West Main Street, Mesa, 85201

  • Sunshine Inn

    1.1 km from the venue

  • Budget Inn

    motel · 1.2 km from the venue

    106 South Country Club Drive, Mesa, 85210

  • The Frontier Motel

    motel · 2.5 km from the venue

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