There are a few of them. The biggest show of the year is the International Franchise Expo in Washington, DC, held in spring. But there are also regional shows happening throughout the year. You can find info about upcoming shows at
wcfexpo.com.
Jeff Elgin has almost 20 years of experience franchising, both as a franchisee and a senior franchise company executive. He's currently the CEO of
FranChoice Inc., a company that provides free consulting to consumers looking for a franchise that best meets their needs.