12th Annual Franchise Leadership and Development Conference Breaking Registration Record

200 Franchisor Executives Representing More Than 150 Brands to Attend Premier Event

SAN JOSE, Calif., July 26, 2010 - Franchise Update Media Group (FUMG) the leading industry resource for franchise development, today announced that registration for the 12th Annual 2010 Franchise Leadership and Development Conference is on track to setting new attendance records. More than 200 franchisor executives representing more than 150 brands will meet at the premier industry sales and development event, which will be held September 22 - 24, 2010 at the Ritz Carlton Buckhead, Atlanta.

"This conference is the must-attend for franchise executives," said Steve Olson, publisher and chief development officer for FUMG. "The networking and educational opportunities are unique to our conference, which allows only franchisors to register. The educational component features 25 sessions and is 100 percent focused on strategies for increasing leads, boosting sales and growing brands. Attendees will walk away with initiatives that can be implemented right away to help improve their franchise organizations."

Sponsorship opportunities are still available. The conference provides the opportunity to network with franchise executives who are growth-oriented and looking for business solutions to keep their systems running at peak performance. "93 percent of our sponsors surveyed from last year said they developed leads from the conference, and 85 percent expected to close deals," Olson said. "This event is the ideal venue for industry executives, suppliers and leaders to network and connect."

Register now to take advantage of the $895 early bird rate, which expires July 31, 2010, by visiting http://www.franchisedevelopmentconference.com/registration.asp.

Those interested in sponsorship opportunities should contact Sharon Wilkinson at 1-800-289-4232, ext. 202, or [email protected].

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Founded in 1988, Franchise Update Media Group (FUMG) produces online franchise sites, magazines, research, books and conferences in franchising. Targeting franchise audiences online, in print and in person, FUMG delivers a unique combination of education and lead-generation sources that helps franchisors, multi-unit franchisees and suppliers achieve their growth objectives. For more information, please visit www.franchiseupdatemedia.com.