Minorities Building Wealth from Franchising - At the Franchise Expo South

We invite you to a value-packed educational seminar with top experts in the industry that will provide valuable information on how Minorities can profit and build generational wealth as a Franchisee or a Franchisor.

During this 1 hour session, you will learn emerging trends, the leading players in the franchising industry, how technology is affecting growth, getting access to capital, and understanding the regulatory environment.

Date: Saturday, January 17th, 2026 at 12:15 PM

Location:

Fort Lauderdale Convention Center

(Inside the Franchise Expo South)

1950 Eisenhower Blvd

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Room: Show Floor Theatre

Benefits of attending:

- Learn the top keys to success in franchising

- Learn how to get access to capital

- Learn the advantages and disadvantages of being a franchisee or franchisor

- Learn marketing secrets to grow a franchise business

- Learn the current state of franchising

- Understanding the legal language of franchising

Host:

Jerome Hutchinson, Jr. | ICABA® World Network

Jerome “Hutch” Hutchinson, Jr. is the Founder and Chief Servant Officer of the ICABA® World Network, a technology and marketing company. The ICABA World Network is the world’s leading online ecosystem dedicated to assisting Black professionals and entrepreneurs achieve their career, business, and life aspirations.

Hutch is active in the South Florida community serving on numerous boards. He serves on the board of directors for Big Brothers & Big Sisters of Broward County and the Alan B. Levan NSU Broward Center of Innovation. Hutchinson also mentors and coaches many Black professionals and entrepreneurs. He is a formal advisor to several Black-owned companies, including MI Group, Inc and Sociallybuzz, Inc.

Speakers:

1) Bryan Cunningham | Grow America

Bryan Cunningham, Grow America – Contracted Florida Relationship Manager directing over $100 Million in Small Business Lending Capital and Technical Assistance to small businesses in collaboration with an alliance of entrepreneurial community partners.

Co-founder and President of Business Briefings, LLC., a strategic business consulting firm specializing in enhancing business enterprises, new market expansions, risk management, real estate development, equity acquisitions, and succession planning.

2) Andre Kay - CEO of Sociallybuzz. We help franchises and small businesses grow using social media data and advertising.

Andre Kay is an acclaimed entrepreneur and innovator, best known as the founder of Sociallybuzz, the world's first social media agency launched in 2009. His visionary leadership has seen the company listed among Entrepreneur Magazine's best entrepreneurial firms in America. Being recognized as one of South Florida's most influential business leaders further underscores his success.

Alongside business, Andre is passionate about philanthropy, leveraging his triumph to make a global impact. His record includes effective campaigns with brands like Domino's and Jamba Juice, yielding millions in sales.

Always forward-thinking, Andre is currently delving into the emerging technologies of the Metaverse, Artificial Intelligence, and Blockchain, anticipating their transformative potential in the digital landscape. His relentless pursuit of success is matched by his commitment to positive social change.

Testimonials From Attendees:

“The presentation each of you on the team panel offered at franchise expo specifically geared to the minority experience was delivered enthusiastically and provided a good glimpse into franchising overall. I did learn a great deal from the presentation, particularly on the areas to question, next steps, capital, as well as what to avoid.

Thank you again." - Valerie Best

Partners:

- MFV

- Franchise Expo South

- ICABA

- Sociallybuzz

REGISTER TODAY TO ALSO GET FULL ACCESS TO THE FRANCHISE EXPO SOUTH EXHIBIT HALL.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Broward County Convention Center, 1950 Eisenhower Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, United States

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