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Franchise Keynote Speaker: Drive Unit-Level Growth That Sticks
Top franchise brands trust Ford Saeks to help franchisees follow the system, master local marketing, and strengthen brand compliance. High energy delivery. Practical tools. Immediate next steps.
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Hack the Hype: How to Harness AI for Growth and Human Connection
AI is everywhere, yet most people are either overwhelmed by the noise or overconfident they already have it figured out. The reality is that both groups are missing the mark. In this high-energy session, Ford Saeks strips away the confusion and shows how to use AI the right way to accelerate growth, improve customer experiences, and strengthen human connection.
You’ll discover the do’s and don’ts of AI adoption, see practical demonstrations of AI tools, Agents and Workflows in action, and learn the secrets of prompt engineering to improve communication, problem-solving, and efficiency. Walk away with clarity, confidence, and a practical plan you can put to work immediately, without losing the human touch that drives loyalty and lasting success.
Empowering Franchise Success: Insights, Engagement, and Growth
Trusted by leading franchise brands. Ford brings cross-industry experience and a proven customization process that aligns with your playbook.
Experience that fits your system
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Work with emerging networks under 100 units and global brands with 20,000 plus
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Categories include QSR, fast-casual, full-service dining, home services, retail, fitness, senior care, and B2B
How Ford customizes your keynote
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Pre-event discovery with your planning team to align outcomes
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Brand and materials review to match language and priorities
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Optional FAC interviews for ground-truth insights
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Optional mystery shops of hero and underperforming locations you select
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Examples mapped to your playbook, KPIs, and current initiatives
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Third-party reinforcement of key messages from the main stage
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Delivered in person, virtual, or hybrid with an advance tech check
Just a Few of the Top Corporations, Franchises & Associations Trust Ford to Help Accelerate Their Results
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Franchise Keynote Presentations for B2B & B2C Brands
Common challenges franchise owners face
- Burnout and Stress
- Changing Buyer Behaviors
- Increased Local Competition
- Generational Differences Leading to Management Issues
- Staffing Challenges: Finding, Hiring, and Retaining Top Talent
- There is Always Someone Cheaper
- Attracting High-Value Customers
- Franchise Relations
- Leveraging the Tools Provided by Corporate
Why Ford’s keynotes work
Ford translates franchise principles into practical steps tailored to your system. Sessions are engaging and hands-on, with tools owners, managers, and field consultants can apply immediately.
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Most Requested Topics
All programs are customized for YOUR theme and outcomes.
AI Innovations for Any Role in Franchising
What You Need to Know Now to Unleash the Power and Avoid the Pitfalls
Superpower Success
Unleash Your Inner Superhero to Bust Through Barriers & Ignite High Performance
Business Growth Acceleration
A Franchisee Guide to Maximize Your Findability, Accountability, and Profitability
Local Marketing Mastery
Leveraging Your Brand To Build Relationships & Skyrocket Your Sales
Winning Workplace Strategies
How to Find, Engage, and Retain Top Talent
Remarkable Customer Experiences
Creating a Customer-Centric Culture That Drives Repeat & Referral Sales
✅ Follow the system without the friction
✅ Run local marketing plays that attract high value customers
✅ Use a unit level action plan you can start right away
Why Hire a Franchise Keynote Speaker?
Franchise success depends on consistent execution at the unit level. Too many sessions stay generic or motivational without giving owners clear moves they can use now.
Ford Saeks takes a different approach. With deep experience across leading franchise brands, he shows owners, managers, and field teams how to:
- Turn brand standards into daily habits that stick
- Use simple local marketing plays to attract ideal customers
- Lift same-store sales by focusing on the right levers
- Improve hiring, onboarding, and retention without adding complexity
- Leverage the tools provided by corporate so every unit executes the playbook
Your audience will not just hear best practices. They will see exactly how to apply them in their territory, with their teams, and for their customers.
What Audiences Learn in Ford’s Franchise Keynotes
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System Compliance Made Simple: turn standards into daily checklists owners follow
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Local Marketing Mastery: five repeatable traffic plays any unit can run
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Unit-Level Economics: protect margin by managing labor, COGS, and average ticket
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Customer Experience and Reviews: moments that earn five star ratings and referrals
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Team Performance: recruit smarter, onboard faster, keep top talent engaged
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Operator Friendly AI: time saving uses that improve consistency without complexity
A Great Gift for Attendees
Ford Saeks is a business author with your success in mind. His books offer expert advice, action steps and other useful takeaways for the motivated entrepreneur, business owner, CEO, marketing professional, and manager.
Trusted by Top Franchise Brands. Ford Saeks Delivers
About Ford Saeks
Franchise Keynote Speaker | Franchise Growth Expert
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Hall of Fame Franchise Keynote Speaker: Helps franchisees follow the system, master local marketing, and lift same-store sales.
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Franchise Consultant and Operator Ally: Aligns brand standards with unit-level execution and accountability.
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Global Experience: 2,500+ keynotes across QSR, home services, fitness, retail, and more.
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Author of 5 Business Books: Field-tested strategies for unit-level growth and compliance.
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Customization That Counts: Discovery, FAC input, and mystery shops to reinforce your brand initiatives.
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Human at Heart: Advocates win-win franchisor and franchisee relationships that sustain performance.
What is a franchise keynote speaker?
A franchise keynote speaker turns brand strategy into simple, repeatable actions that franchisees can use to grow traffic, sales, and profitability at the unit level.
Why hire Ford Saeks for a franchise convention?
Ford connects corporate priorities to field execution. He tailors content to your system, reinforces compliance, and gives franchisees a short list of moves they can implement now.
Does Ford conduct FAC interviews and mystery shops?
Yes. When requested, Ford interviews FAC leaders for insights and mystery shops hero and underperforming locations you select to tailor examples and talking points.
Can Ford align the keynote to our brand playbook and tools?
Yes. Ford integrates your standards, tech stack, and field support resources so franchisees leave with actions that match your system.
Does Ford offer in person, virtual, or hybrid programs?
All three. Sessions include interactive elements and a tech check so remote and on site audiences stay engaged and can use the tools immediately.