There’s a reason I never miss the Faegre Franchise Summit—it’s hands-down my favorite franchise event of the year.
Led by the iconic franchise leader and champion of responsible franchising, Brian Schnell, Partner and Chair of Franchise Practice at Faegre Drinker, this Summit is masterfully curated from start to finish. Brian doesn’t just pick topics that sound relevant—he thoughtfully crafts content and panel themes that bring tangible value to both franchisors and franchisees. And he goes a step further, hand-selecting each panelist to ensure a mix of perspectives, sometimes radically different, that open the door to fresh thinking and dynamic discussion.
The magic of this event lies in its balance: big enough to offer broad insights and big takeaways, yet intimate enough to spark deep, meaningful conversations throughout.
Once again, Franchise Speakers was honored to support Brian and his incredible team with a provocative and perspective changing opening keynote by David Allision, Engagement & Influence Exert and Human Values Research Pioneer.
David’s keynote, “Loyalty Isn’t Magic. It’s Data. How Shared Human Values Will Build Devoted Franchise Customers” left attendees challenged and open to a new way of thinking.
We’re grateful to be part of something this impactful, and we applaud the precision and care that goes into every detail.
To everyone I didn’t manage to snap a photo with—your contributions were equally memorable. It was so good to see you all!
If you’re serious about staying sharp in franchising, this is an event you don’t want to miss. Put it on your calendar for 2026.
Thank you again to Brian, Heather, and the entire Faegre Drinker team. What a gift to the franchise community you offer!
