Dave Hydock

October 8, 2021
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To go from feeling alone in the world of franchising for 13 years, to suddenly being immersed in the presence of hundreds of industry experts practically overnight, was the most amazing business experience of my life. I cannot thank the organizers and participants enough for making me feel so welcome and amongst friends. Truly a life-altering experience, and one which I hope to repeat annually!

Testimonials

Dave Hydock

Deck Rescue Franchising

I recommend this event for anyone in the industry, emerging or not. Not only is the educational content valuable and the panelists top notch, but the general atmosphere is electric. There is a literal buzz everywhere you go - people connecting and re-connecting. I love that this event doesn't take itself too seriously - able to have fun and work at the same time. True work-life balance!

Melissa Pang

The Entrepreneur's Source

I’ve been in franchising over 10 years and learn something new or take away a new piece of information at every event.

Josh Skolnick

HorsePower Brands

Springboard is a great event for emerging and established brands alike. For emerging brands or those new to franchising, it is a great opportunity to meet others that are in the same stage of growth as you and form those relationships early on. Additionally, you get to meet those more established in franchising who are more than happy to share anything you need. For franchise vets, it is an opportunity to give back and repay the favor that we all got at some point in our franchise career by helping the newcomers. In those conversations, you always learn new things as well. It is also a good time to connect with other established zors/zees/suppliers to share current challenges and help each other.

Ashley Mitchell

Streamline Brands

Springboard is always terrific! Which is why I always attend. I’ve been in franchising for 35 years…and always come away with tons of tangible takeaways and great news contacts. I also get to connect with old friends. This format at this Springboard was the best yet. Less monologue and more dialogue than ever before. I’m happy to speak, but I learn something new when I listen…and get to interact with others.

Peter Barkman

BrandONE Franchise Development

Springboard is the perfect conference for every emerging franchisor! Small enough to meet and start friendships with peers at a similar stage of development, and large enough to capture vision from brands who are miles ahead. This conference is exactly what we were looking for to grow our small brand to the next level!

Jamie Tash

Spoiled Rotten Photography

We highly recommend Springboard to our clients. Why go at it alone when you can get advice and answers from experienced franchise pros? Springboard can help get your franchise into the winner's circle.

Dan Bish

FranLaunch USA / FranLaunch Capital

What an inspirational, idea-packed and investment-worthy event for anyone involved with emerging (and re-emerging) franchisors. So much collaborative energy, sharing and camaraderie made this the BEST SPRINGBOARD EVER!

Dan Durney

Assisting Hands Home Care

This event brings together some of the best minds in the franchise category with a willingness to share their triumphs and tragedies in their careers. Often, it's easy to fall into a trap as an emerging brand. The sharing of "here is what I learned when I was an emerging brand" can mean the difference between failure and success.

Greg Sausaman

Topper's Craft Creamery

This event is a must for all emerging and re-emerging brands. Come learn from those that have been there and done it before so you fully understand the franchise journey.

Barry Falcon

iFranchise Group

Always a great event and I believe it is extremely valuable for an emerging franchise. The best way for an emerging franchisor to really get valuable info is through networking with other franchisors who have been around a while.

Gary Findley

Restoration1

I don't know why I put off going for so long. Loved the conference and learned a lot!

Matthew Hunt

Hard Exercise Works (HEW®)

I would recommend this event to anyone in franchising. If you're just starting out, there is a LOT of great content on a wide variety of topics. If you've been in franchising for a while, this event is great for networking and learning about changes in franchising.

Denise Radcliff

EventPrep

The Springboard Event in Philadelphia is hands-down the best resource in franchising. Whether you're a franchisee, a franchisor, an emerging brand, or one that's been around for 50 years, you'll learn something new at every turn.

Bob McQuillan

Hand & Stone

Fantastic event...content, staff and networking was amazing. Terrific value.

Steve Collette

3rd Degree Training / Actual Nutrition

This was my first year attending and it will not be my last! The content was great, the attendees were awesome and there were many opportunities to network. There was such great energy throughout the entire conference.

Gabriella Ferrara

PwC FranSuite

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Testimonials

Testimonials

Dave Hydock

Melissa Pang

Josh Skolnick

Ashley Mitchell

Peter Barkman

Jamie Tash

Dan Bish

Dan Durney

Greg Sausaman

Barry Falcon

Gary Findley

Matthew Hunt

Denise Radcliff

Bob McQuillan

Steve Collette

Gabriella Ferrara