Events, Conferences

Company Snapshot

• Year Founded: Approx. 2019
• Headquarters Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Ownership: Private; founded by Zack Fishman (Fishman PR) and Ryan Hicks
• Key Executives: Zack Fishman (Co-Founder), Ryan Hicks (Co-Founder)
• Number of Locations: Event-based; not applicable. Team size: 2–10
• Public Contact: No direct phone/email listed; contact via website form

Company Overview

Franchise YoungConference—created by FisherZucker and Fishman PR—brings together emerging leaders and innovative thinkers in the franchising sector for collaborative learning and networking events. The event is designed specifically for Millennial and Gen Z franchise professionals, focusing on implementing technology and new strategies to drive franchise growth and operational excellence.

Services Offered

• Hosts an annual conference focused on digital marketing innovations, technology trends, and leadership within franchising.
• Provides industry panels, workshops, and pitch competitions tailored to accelerating franchise development and operational strategies.
• Offers networking opportunities to connect young franchise leaders, executives, and suppliers.
• Features live events such as “Shark Tank”-style pitches for franchise brands and expert-led sessions on finance, marketing, and franchise sales.

Value Proposition

• Industry Specialization: Specializes in franchising, particularly Millennial/Gen Z leaders, across multiple franchise sub-sectors including QSR, fitness, retail, and home services.
• Key Benefits:
  • Accelerates knowledge transfer and collaboration among up-and-coming franchise executives.
  • Exposes attendees to emerging technologies and actionable business-building strategies tailored to franchise systems.
  • Connects young leaders directly with franchise suppliers, mentors, and potential investors.
• Franchise Expertise: The event is developed by franchises’ leading PR and legal advisors, Fishman PR and FisherZucker, both recognized for deep franchise sector expertise and active involvement in industry advancement. Recurring sessions highlight franchise case studies, operational insights, and innovation success stories relevant to franchise growth and multi-unit expansion.