MFV Expositions to Host World’s Largest 4-Show Online Virtual Event, October 15-30 2020 Live Events Postponed to 2021, MFV Creates Virtual Hub for Franchise Opportunities Worldwide GLEN ROCK, NJ – In an effort to drive quality leads during these unprecedented times, MFV Expositions has devised the ultimate solution with the debut of Online Franchise Expo, the world’s largest 4-show online virtual event. The two-week event will combine four shows in one and is set to take place October 15-30. This comes after the decision to postpone remaining 2020 live events to 2021 and bring together all industry leaders, resources, and marketing efforts to host the most significant online event in franchising. For almost 30 years, MFV has brought together top executives and entrepreneurs to live events, creating the center of the franchise industry. While COVID-19 has impacted its traditional live event format for 2020, MFV has released 2021 rescheduled dates as it is eager to welcome franchisors and prospective franchisees back to the showroom floor when it is safe to do so. “The COVID-19 global pandemic has put many industries in a state of flux,” said Robert Cresanti, CEO of the International Franchise Association (IFA). “By postponing all remaining 2020 live events, MFV Expositions is able to focus all marketing efforts into a robust local, regional, national, and international campaign for this one large virtual event. With the success of May’s International Franchise Expo Online Event, they now have a blueprint for making this the largest and most impactful online event in the franchising industry.” “We are very pleased with the outcome of the first International Franchise Expo Online Event,” said Roy Fujita, President & CEO I. Fujita International. “The Rakken brands - Belle Ville, Tonkotsu Kazan Ramen, and Maji Curry - are already negotiating Master Rights for Thailand, Indonesia, and Morocco, in addition to meeting three solid Rakken Ramen franchisee candidates in Los Angeles.”
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Online Franchise Expo! OCTOBER 15-30, 2020 OnlineFranchiseExpo.com
The O NL Y Ev e n t Spo n s or e d By
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WE INVENTED THE ONLINE FRANCHISE EXPO AT IFOE –
and now we’ve perfected it.
I F O E saw g round-breaking re su lt s for exhibitors:
80,728
8,659
5,838
page views
visitors
leads
Now imagine what we can do with resources from not just 1 expo, but 5
Online Franchise Expo will be the ultimate package of innovative methods for lead generation like you’ve never seen before. New features include:
Immediate automated lead delivery
Enhanced exhibition booth formatting
P OW E R E D B Y 5 O F T H E F RAN C H I S E EX PO S
Most Significant
Expanded search capabilities
Matchmaking & meeting schedule integration
Mobile friendly for better user experience
ONLINE FRANCHISE EXPO WILL HAVE 5X THE MARKETING CAMPAIGN EFFORTS COMBINED INTO 1
record-breaking event.
Resources from International Franchise Expo, Franchise Expo South, Franchise Expo West, Franchise Expo Houston and Franchise Expo Nashville are all going entirely into Online Franchise Expo to bring you:
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A cutting-edge email campaign reaching more leads than ever through our extensive domestic and international databases
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Expanded partner marketing reaching over 80 industry-leading partner organizations
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Aggressive organic and paid social media campaigns
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Geotargeted marketing to high impact metro areas
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Local media campaigns to high impact metro areas
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Phone qualified lead generation
QUALIFIED ENTREPRENEURS KNOW WE DELIVER THE HOTTEST
franchise opportunities. Th e ONLY Event Spo nso red By
Attendees will learn about the exciting franchise opportunities in their market, from the comfort of home.
A�endees can: • Searc h for th e p erf ec t f ra nc his e op p ort unit y, in every ind us t ry a nd inv es t m ent lev el • Lea rn from exp ert s in v irt ua l ed uc a t iona l sessions a nd v iew liv e p res ent a t ions • Downloa d ed uc a t iona l inf orm a t ion • Visit hundr ed s of v irt ua l b oot hs , m a king c onnec tions w it h key ind us t ry c ont a c t s • Sc hedule One on One C onv ers a t ions
WHO ARE OUR
attendees? A T T EN D EE I N V E S TME N T L E V E L S
27% 19%
66%
of attendees have owned a business
G OAL T O OP EN A FRAN C HI SE
*Stats base off IFE 2019
$50,000$99,999
$100,000 $499,999
6%
6%
$500,000 $999,999
$1 Million+
29% 37% 22% 12% 0-6 MONTHS
6-12 MONTHS
12-18 MONTHS
18+ MONTHS
INSTANT LEAD GENERATION
like nowhere else.
Our dedicated team will create your custom virtual booth, so you can sit back and watch the interested investors pour in.
Exhibitors can: •
Upload videos, PowerPoints, photo galleries, brochures, and social links within the online exhibition booth
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Gather full contact information from lead generation
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See immediate automated delivery of zoom visits and direct leads
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Showcase pre-recorded or live seminars/presentations [available with content program]
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Market your franchise opportunity globally to qualified investors •
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Have your brand highlighted in our: •
email campaign
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social media
Have an event guide listing on our: •
website
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event site
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mobile site
Provide inserts into digital attendee bags pre & post event
Schedule one-on-one communications, safely
CAPTURE LEADS FROM YOUR COUCH THROUGH
your virtual booth The ON L Y Ev e n t Spon s o r e d By
YOUR CUSTOMIZED VIRTUAL BOOTH CAN INCLUDE: • Lo g o • Ti t l e • In v e st me nt Level • A b o ut Y o u r C om pa ny • So ci al Me d i a Link s • P h o t o Gal l e ries • Li nk t o L i v e Video • E mb e d d e d Video • P o w e r P o i nts • B r o chur es • Bu t t o n t o R e q ue st More I nfo
ONLINE FRANCHISE EXPO HAS
BUYING A FRANCHISE Entrepreneurs in all stages of research – from those who are just getting started t o those who are close to closing a deal - will find the right expert resources and contacts to help them.
FRANCHISING YOUR BUSINESS Entrepreneurs looking to grow their small business will learn new strategies for success and build meaningful relationships with other likeminded business-owners.
2 attendee tracks
BECOME A
sponsor
WE’RE PROUD TO BE THE DEFINITIVE FRANCHISE EXPO SPONSORED BY THE IFA AND SUPPORTED BY THE U.S. COMMERCIAL SERVICE.
In t e r e s t e d in Sp onsoring ? Our sponsors get m a s s iv e e x p osure in front of ev ent a ttendees a nd e xh ibit o r s p re , d u ring an d post-Show through: • E mai l C ampaigns • So ci al Me d i a C am paigns • P r i nt P ub l i cations (as s h ow n on r ig h t)
PRINT PUBLICATIONS:
The number and quality of leads we received made it well worth the investment. As a new start-up franchise opportunity, it was a very affordable way to get our brand in front of prospects from all over the US and Canada. The process was so easy, customer service was excellent and we will definitely be participating again.
WE THINK THIS VIRTUAL OPTION IS A GREAT ADDITION TO THE TYPICAL LIVE FRANCHISE SHOWS. - Greg Ferrell, CBD Authority
Anthony Licata Regional Sales Manager
201.881.1608 Anthony.Licata@comexposium.com
OnlineFranchiseExpo.com
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