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SUMMARY:SBC: How to Start Franchising
DESCRIPTION:How to Start a Franchise!Learn how experienced operators navigate key decisions\, systems and strategies behind franchise ownership!Are you interested in starting a franchise or curious about whether franchise ownership is right for you? Join us for an in-person panel discussion designed for aspiring franchise owners and entrepreneurs who want to better understand the ownership process. Local franchise owners and business experts will share what to consider when evaluating opportunities\, choosing the right concept and preparing to manage people\, operations\, compliance and customer experience.\nAngie Salmon\, The Franchise Consulting CompanyAngie Salmon is a seasoned franchise leader with more than 30 years of experience in the boutique fitness industry\, including owning a globally top-20 studio and advising more than 100 franchise owners nationwide. She will share practical insight on evaluating franchise opportunities\, navigating the owner journey and planning for long-term growth.C.T. Taylor\, Chick-fil-A - Oak Park Plaza C.T. Taylor is the owner/operator of Chick-fil-A at Oak Park Plaza and a retired U.S. Air Force colonel with 29 years of military leadership experience. He will share lessons on operating a franchise\, building strong team culture and leading a business with purpose!Kirk Williams\, Legacy Restaurant Group / Chicken Salad Chick Kirk Williams is a minority owner of Legacy Restaurant Group and brings franchise operations experience from truck stops to nationally recognized restaurant chains. His work includes the local expansion of Chicken Salad Chick\, and he will share insight on restaurant operations\, franchise growth and entering a new market! Royce Martin\, PayentryRoyce Martin is a human resource professional with experience in HR strategy\, employee relations\, compliance\, and recruiting. She will share guidance on setting up strong workplace policies\, understanding compliance needs and building an HR foundation for franchise growth!The event will begin with networking\, followed by a panel discussion featuring local franchise leaders! Light breakfast & refreshments provided.Registration required to attend. Free for Chamber members\; $15 for non-members. Deadline: August 21stThank you to our 2026 Small Business Council Series Sponsor:
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How to Start a Franchise!
Learn how experienced operators navigate key decisions\, systems and strategies behind franchise ownership!
Angie Salmon\, \;The Franchise Consulting Company
Angie Salmon is a seasoned franchise leader with more than 30 years of experience in the boutique fitness industry\, including owning a globally top-20 studio and advising more than 100 franchise owners nationwide. She will share practical insight on evaluating franchise opportunities\, navigating the owner journey and planning for long-term growth.
C.T. Taylor\, \;Chick-fil-A - Oak Park Plaza \;
C.T. Taylor is the owner/operator of Chick-fil-A at Oak Park Plaza and a retired U.S. Air Force colonel with 29 years of military leadership experience. He will share lessons on operating a franchise\, building strong team culture and leading a business with purpose!
Kirk Williams\, \;Legacy Restaurant Group \;/ Chicken Salad Chick \;
Kirk Williams is a minority owner of Legacy Restaurant Group and brings franchise operations experience from truck stops to nationally recognized restaurant chains. His work includes the local expansion of Chicken Salad Chick\, and he will share insight on restaurant operations\, franchise growth and entering a new market! \;
Royce Martin\, \;Payentry
Royce Martin is a human resource professional with experience in HR strategy\, employee relations\, compliance\, and recruiting. She will share guidance on setting up strong workplace policies\, understanding compliance needs and building an HR foundation for franchise growth!
The event will begin with networking\, followed by a panel discussion featuring local franchise leaders! Light breakfast &\; refreshments provided.
Registration required to attend. Free for Chamber members\; $15 for non-members. \;Deadline: August 21st
Thank you to our 2026 Small Business Council Series Sponsor:
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LOCATION:9001 West 110th Street\, Suite 150 Overland Park KS 66210
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URL:https://business.opchamber.org/chambercalendar/Details/sbc-how-to-start-franchising-1763915?sourceTypeId=Hub
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