January 27, 2017

Tom Spadea Speaks at AACC Forum

On January 25th, Tom Spadea (above left), spoke at the African American Chamber of Commerce’s Franchising Forum at the Community College of Philadelphia. The forum centered around a 2016 study on franchising that found it to be a powerful piece...

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November 18, 2016

Philadelphia Franchise Association October Lunch & Learn

Maggiano’s Little Italy in Philadelphia was packed with 90 franchise professionals during October’s Lunch & Learn event, a record high for attendance at our quarterly luncheons. The Philadelphia Franchise Association hosted the event on October 26. Tom Spadea moderated a...

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June 22, 2016

Philadelphia Franchise Association June Lunch & Learn

The Philadelphia Franchise Association had a Lunch & Learn at Maggiano’s Little Italy on June 8th. Attendees discussed the latest industry news and trends. The event was moderated by our very own Tom Spadea and featured 3 guest speakers. Here’s...

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April 13, 2016

Tom Spadea Speaks at the Jersey Mike’s National Conference

April 10, 2016 – Orlando Florida Tom Spadea presented a session on “Top Lease Clause Negotiations” to over 200 Jersey Mike’s franchisees attending the National Franchise Conference held in Orlando Florida. The entire conference, held from April 10th to April...

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July 31, 2014

NLRB McDonalds Decision Could Impact Franchisors Nationwide

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) Office of General Counsel authorized complaints filed by employees of McDonalds franchisees could also be held against McDonalds USA, LLC, the franchisor. This has tremendous significance for all franchisors and could have far reaching...

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