PFA: Other People’s Money: Using Debt, Equity, and Leverage to Grow

Join us for an insightful session on how to strategically use debt, equity, and leverage to grow your franchise business. Whether you're scaling a franchise system or launching your first unit, this event is built around real-world financing strategies that are working today.

We'll address both franchisor and franchisee perspectives to ensure each side understands how to build funding pathways that support growth, reduce barriers, and improve success rates.

Fueling Growth: Learn how structured lending partnerships can fast-track unit openings and support sustainable expansion.

Removing Financial Roadblocks: Discover how modern franchisors are increasing conversions with pre-approved financing options for candidates.

System-Wide Impact: Understand how accessible capital can transform franchise development efforts at scale.

Funding Options That Work: From SBA loans to 401(k) rollovers and unsecured loans, get clarity on the most viable funding paths.

Creative Financing Solutions: Explore alternatives if capital is limited, including how franchisor-backed programs can bridge the gap.

Confidence Through Knowledge: Walk through the financing process from application to opening, with practical steps and timelines.

Franchise Funding Simplified: What every franchisor and franchisee should know about aligning on financing.

The Financing Blueprint: Learn how to scale smartly, without compromising momentum or stability.

Who Should Attend:

• Franchisors looking to streamline growth and improve franchisee success
• Prospective and existing franchisees seeking funding clarity
• Development teams and finance professionals in the franchise sector

Why It Matters: Well-structured financing isn't just a tool. It's a growth strategy. This session offers a focused opportunity to gain clarity, avoid common pitfalls, and position your brand or business for long-term strength.

Host or Publisher Philadelphia Franchise Alliance