Attend an Event with FMS

Attend a franchise event and trade shows with FMS to connect directly with industry experts, discover new franchise opportunities, and gain real insight into franchise development, marketing, and growth strategies. These events and trade shows are designed for entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners looking to start or scale a franchise business in the U.S. and internationally. Whether you are exploring franchising for the first time or expanding an existing brand, FMS events provide valuable networking, education, and hands-on guidance to help you move forward with confidence.

Franchise Development
Trade Shows & Events

2026 U.S. Schedule

SPRING 2026

Franchise Expo South
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
January 16th to January 17th

Franchise Show
New York / New Jersey
January 24th to January 25th

Franchise Show
Dallas, Texas
January 31st to February 1st

Franchise Show
Cleveland, Ohio
February 14th to February 15th

Small Business Expo
Orlando, Florida
March 3rd

Small Business Expo
Miami, Florida
March 10th

New York Restaurant Show
New York, New York
March 8th to March 10th

Pizza Expo
Las Vegas, Nevada
March 24th

Bar & Restaurant Expo
Las Vegas, Nevada
March 24th

Small Business Expo
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
March 25th

Small Business Expo
Washington, D.C.
April 8th

Franchise Show
Chicago, Illinois
April 11th to April 12th

Franchise Show
Orlando, Florida
April 25th to April 26th

Small Business Expo
New York, New York
May 7th

National Restaurant Association Show
Chicago, Illinois
May 16th to May 19th

Small Business Expo
Boston, Massachusetts
May 27th

International Franchise Expo
New York, New York
May 29th

Franchise Show
Washington, D.C. / Virginia
May 16th to May 17th

Franchise Show
New England (Providence / Boston)
May 2nd to May 3rd

SUMMER 2026

Small Business Expo
Chicago, Illinois
June 10th

Franchise Show
Portland, Oregon
June 13th to June 14th

Small Business Expo
San Francisco, California
June 25th

Texas Restaurant Show
San Antonio, Texas
July 12th

California Restaurant Show
California
August 23rd to August 25th

FALL 2026

Small Business Expo
Las Vegas, Nevada
September 10th

Franchise Show
Detroit, Michigan
September 12th

Small Business Expo
San Diego, California
September 18th

Franchise Expo Dallas
Dallas, Texas
September 18th

Small Business Expo
Los Angeles, California
September 30th

Franchise Show
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
October 3rd

Pizza Expo
Columbus, Ohio
October 11th

Franchise Show
Tampa, Florida
October 17th

Franchise Expo Cincinnati
Cincinnati, Ohio
October 23rd

Florida Restaurant Show
Orlando, Florida
October 25th

Small Business Expo
Austin, Texas
October 29th

Franchise Show
Pasadena, California
October 31st

Small Business Expo
Dallas, Texas
November 4th

Florida Restaurant Show
Orlando, Florida
November 11th

Franchise Expo West
Glendale, Arizona
November 13th

Franchise Show
Atlanta, Georgia
November 14th

Small Business Expo
Phoenix, Arizona
November 18th

WINTER 2026

Small Business Expo
Houston, Texas
December 2nd

Small Business Expo
Atlanta, Georgia
December 16th

2026 Canada Schedule

SPRING 2026

Franchise Show
Toronto, Ontario
January 17th to January 18th

Franchise Show
Winnipeg, Manitoba
January 31st to February 1st

Franchise Show
Ottawa, Ontario
February 28th to March 1st

Franchise Show
Vancouver, British Columbia
March 28th to March 29th

Franchise Show
Montréal, Quebec
April 11th to April 12th

Franchise Show
Regina, Saskatchewan
May 2nd to May 3rd

Fall 2026

Franchise Show
Toronto, Ontario
September 19th

Winter 2026

Franchise Show
Toronto, Ontario
January 17th

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KIMBERLY MOODY

FRANCHISE CONSULTANT

Gloucester, Virginia – Kimberly Moody has secured an impressive track record in implementing financial goals for a business base of more than $300 million in assets covering customer service, financial planning, estate planning, banking services, and all aspects of investment management. Additionally, she worked as an Adjunct Instructor for Christopher Newport University, where she taught investment courses to individuals interested in learning more about financial planning. Ms. Moody also has experience as the Co-Host for WVEC Channel 13’s show “Investing 101” and Co-Host of WTKR’s radio station’s financial planning show. She has also held more than 100 public seminars on financial planning topics and was the speaker for National Space Society Conferences for NASA. Ms. Moody intends to use her proven business expertise, natural leadership ability, and personal determination to sell and grow franchise development.

PAUL REISNER

FRANCHISE CONSULTANT - MARKETING & SALES

New York, NY – Paul has 25+ years experienced in business development management and direct sales with Blue-Chip companies – CA, ADP, Pitney Bowes and National accounts such as Deutsche Bank, PepsiCo, Verizon. Received many awards and acknowledgement for sales achievement and success where personally responsible for generating in excess of $100m in revenue. Paul has been married for 34 years with six children. Paul graduated from Northern Michigan University in Marketing and from Marquette with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education.

MICHELLE WHITE

FRANCHISE CONSULTANT

Boca Raton, FL – Michelle White has worked in the franchise industry since 2012 in franchise sales, franchise development and as a franchise consultant. Previous to working with Franchise Marketing Systems, Ms. White worked in real estate development throughout South Florida and Illinois. Ms. White has a wide range of business skill sets including business management, business development, sales, marketing and financial management. Ms. White supports Franchise Marketing Systems clients through document development and franchise consulting work.
TRISHA CONNER

FRANCHISE CONSULTANT

Midwest – Ms. Trisha Conner is the documentation specialist for Franchise Marketing Systems, working with client’s legal counsel to initiate the Franchise Disclosure Documentation for a wide variety of business models each year. Since 2011, she has also held key responsibilities for the management, accuracy and timely distribution of client leads via the company CRM. Additionally, Ms. Conner contributes strategic planning as the company experiences growth. Previous work-related experiences include a decade of successful fundraising including financial accountability; extensive international travel including multiple international relocations in support of her husband’s agricultural commodities sales business; client services for Varig airlines in NYC. In addition to raising her family, Trisha has many years’ experience as a primary caregiver for elderly family members and is extensively familiar with in-home care businesses. An avid sports enthusiast, Trisha combines her continued fund-raising focus with cycling events. She played tennis competitively for more than 20 years and has recently added kayaking to her activities. Ms. Conner attended Colorado University, the Alliance Francaise and the Sorbonne in Paris and Northern IL University, graduating with a BA in French.
Kaitlin Eileen

GRAPHIC DESIGNER & AD STRATEGIST

Kaitlin is a graphic designer and a Facebook™️ ad Strategist. A born creator, her passion for creativity grew as she explored the design and artistic side of marketing. She has a special focus on presentation and visual design and is insanely curious about learning new skills to continuously improve her portfolio.

Tackling everything from Brochure design to Landing Pages and everything in between, she is always excited to grow her clients’ brands into something beautiful. When she isn’t working, her creative roots are always showing. Her love for Marketing and design go beyond the desk, her creative juices flow in the kitchen and in the garden. She also loves nature and all animals big and small but what she really loves is making her clients happy.

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Noah Cunningham

VIRTUAL DESIGNER

Augusta, GA – Noah is a designer for FMS. He has been designing for 4 years and has a wide range of skills when it comes to designing. Noah has a passion for communicating visually and creating visually successful brands. He loves creating for a wide range of clients and strives to fulfill their needs in design.