Demand in Franchise Community Causes Re-Schedule of Virtual Franchise Events Webinar in 2 Sessions

Jan. 28, 2010 - PRLog -- Due to unexpectedly high levels of interest and last minute registrations for the January 28th webinar, ‘An Introduction to Virtual Franchise Events’, technical challenges have caused the need to re-schedule the webinar in two sessions, each with limited attendance.

The re-scheduled dates are February 2nd and February 3rd; with both sessions taking place from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EST. Each session will be limited to 300 registrations, therefore, those interested in participating should register early to insure that space is still available.

Virtual Franchise Events, Inc. partner, Paul Segreto, also the President of franchisEssentials indicates, “With travel budgets in the franchise community continuing to decline, it’s obvious we have identified a critical need for franchise organizations.  Unfortunately, we failed to anticipate the high level of interest this webinar would generate – particularly with last-minute registrations, and our technical system was unprepared to accommodate it.  Therefore, my partner and I have made the decision to re-schedule, and to add an additional session.  However, we want to make certain everyone understands that space is still limited, so they should register early to insure they get one of the slots available.”

Virtual franchise events refers both to the services being introduced to the franchise community, and the company providing the webinar and services.  Virtual Franchise Events, Inc. (VFE)™ is a joint venture between franchisEssentials™, a Houston-based franchise industry consulting firm, and Strategic Growth Concepts™, a Detroit-based small business consulting firm, and is a continuation of their franchise industry-focused strategic alliance previously announced in April, 2009.  VFE™ is a key component of the concept known as, ‘Integrated Franchise Marketing’™ promoted by franchisEssentials™ as an element of that alliance.  

Virtual events combine various configurations of the latest technologies in webcasting, online chats, video streaming, webinars, social media and avatar graphics to provide elements such as one-on-one interaction, speeches, Q&A, seminars, distribution of literature, interactive social ‘gatherings’ and exhibitor booths – all without ever leaving the comfort of your desk or home to participate.

Anyone interested in learning more about the ways in which virtual events from Virtual Franchise Events, Inc. can benefit their franchise organization may register to attend one of the upcoming webinars by following the links below to the event registration forms:  

February 2nd session     https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/366996504
February 3rd session      https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/247939504

Attendees will leave this event with a solid understanding of:

•   What is a virtual event?
•   What types of virtual events are available for us to benefit from?
•   How will our firm benefit from virtual event participation?
•   How we can become involved in virtual events produced by Virtual Franchise Events, Inc.™?
•   How can we host branded virtual events for our company?

Questions should be directed to Linda@StrategicGrowthConcepts.com or PaulSegreto@FMDpro.com.




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Virtual Franchise Events, Inc. (VFE)™ is a joint venture between FranchisEssentials™, a Houston-based franchise industry consulting firm, and Strategic Growth Concepts™, a Detroit-based small business consulting firm, and is a continuation of their franchise industry-focused strategic alliance previously announced in April, 2009. The firm will be producing upwards of 30+ virtual events annually, exclusively targeting the franchise industry.  The company website can be viewed at www.VirtualFranchiseEvents.com.

franchiseEssentials, a division  of 21st Century CEO, is a franchise marketing and development firm with its focus on integrating Web 2.0 technology with traditional strategies.  Paul Segreto, President and Founder of franchisEssentials, brings a unique perspective, entrepreneurial spirit, and extensive industry experience to startup and emerging franchise companies.  For over twenty years he has exclusively served the franchise industry as a consultant and coach, senior-level corporate executive, activist, multi-unit franchisee, and area developer.  Paul can be contacted at paulsegreto@FMDpro.com, and the company website can be viewed at http://www.franchisEssentials.com.

Strategic Growth Concepts, is a Detroit-based firm that provides training and consulting services to start-up, small and mid-sized businesses in the areas of Start-up, Marketing, Operations, HR and Strategic Planning.  The firm’s CEO, Linda Daichendt, is a recognized business expert with 20+ years of corporate, small business, and franchising industry experience.  She has assisted firms in a broad spectrum of industries in identifying and reaching their target KPIs (key performance indicators) and profitability goals.  Linda can be contacted at linda@StrategicGrowthConcepts.com, and the company website can be viewed at http://www.StrategicGrowthConcepts.com.