MFV Expositions and Comexposium are gearing up to host Franchise Expo Dallas on September 18-19 at the Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas, marking the company's first return to the Dallas-Fort Worth area since 2018. The event is expected to draw thousands of attendees, with more than 100 exhibitors, a dozen workshops, and keynote speakers, according to a press release.
Texas is a prime location for the expo, as it is consistently ranked among the top five states for franchise interest and activity. With approximately 850,000 franchise establishments currently operating in the U.S., the industry is on the cusp of surpassing the one million mark, said Martin Joksimovic, president of MFV Expositions. "The networking opportunities at Franchise Expo Dallas are, by design, meant to spark the conversations that can turn entrepreneurial dreams into reality," he added.
Attendees will have access to a packed agenda, including workshops on the essentials of buying a franchise and franchising an existing business, led by industry experts Dr. John Hayes and Mark Siebert. Additional sessions cover topics like key questions to ask before investing and a keynote on minorities building wealth through franchising. Networking opportunities include the Emerging Brands Pavilion, the Business Resource Center, and Franchise Expo Unplugged, featuring podcasts from Social Geek Radio.
The exhibitor list spans a wide range of industries, from well-known names like McDonald's and GNC to home services and senior care brands. The food and beverage sector is particularly strong, with Perkins American Food Co., Mr. Gatti's Pizza, and others participating.
Franchise Expo Dallas is the second of four U.S. stops on MFV Expo's 2026 tour, following the International Franchise Expo in New York and preceding events in Cincinnati and Glendale, Arizona. Registration is now open for both attendees and exhibitors, with more details available on the event's [website](https://www.franchiseexpo.com/dallas).
This return to Texas is a significant moment for aspiring entrepreneurs in the region, offering a rare opportunity to meet franchisors face-to-face and explore the freedom and flexibility of business ownership. As the franchise industry continues to grow, events like this serve as a crucial bridge between motivated individuals and the resources they need to succeed.
