Exploring Franchise Ownership: A Carbon Chamber Lunch & Learn
Schedule
Tue Mar 24 2026 at 11:30 am to 01:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Carbon Chamber & Economic Development Corporation | Lehighton, PA
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The Carbon Chamber & Economic Development Corporation (CCEDC), in partnership with the Small Business Development Center, invites you to join us for an informative Lunch & Learn focused on franchising as a pathway to business ownership.Whether you’re exploring entrepreneurship for the first time or looking to expand your portfolio, franchising can offer a unique blend of independence, structure, and support. This session will walk attendees through the fundamentals of franchising and help demystify what it takes to successfully own and operate a franchise.
During this session, participants will learn:
-The basics of franchising, including common myths, ownership models, and how franchising compares to starting or buying a business
-What makes a successful franchise owner and which industries are thriving in today’s economy
-Available resources, financing considerations, and the steps involved in researching and evaluating franchise opportunities
Attendees will also gain insight into consumer protections and the role of the Federal Trade Commission, along with trusted tools and resources available before, during, and after the franchise selection process.
SPACE IS LIMITED TO 15 SPOTS!
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Thank you to our Event Sponsors (as of 2/12):
Lehigh Valley Hospital - Carbon (Part of Jefferson Health)
Pocono Counties Workforce Development Area
Pennsylvania CareerLink - Carbon County
Mauch Chunk Trust Company
Blue Mountain Resort
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Carbon Chamber & Economic Development Corporation, 137 South St,Lehighton, Pennsylvania, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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