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?? Franch Facts: Franchising Around the World ?? Franchising is a global powerhouse, bridging cultures and creating opportunities in over 100 countries worldwide. As brands expand internationally, strategic branding becomes essential to help them resonate across diverse markets. Hot Dish client Captain D’s turned to us to for help as they expanded internationally, with a new location in the UK and another in Toronto, Canada, in the works. We created a new creative concept that will ensure their brand connects with new audiences while maintaining its core identity. Hot Dish is here to help adapt brands for success. Ready to grow your brand? Let’s talk! ??? #FranchisingWorldwide #InternationalFranchising #HotDishAdvertising

?? Get Ready for MUFC 2025 in Las Vegas! ??? The Multi-Unit Franchising Conference (MUFC) is back! Mark your calendars for March 25-28, 2025. Hot Dish is heading to Caesars Forum in Las Vegas for an event packed with insights, networking and game-changing opportunities for multi-unit franchisees. Who’s planning to be there? Drop a ?? in the comments! #MUFC2025 #MultiUnitFranchising #FranchiseConference #HotDishAdvertising

Hey-O! Happy six-year anniversary to Associate Director of Client Services, Jen Formanek, MBC Formanek! Here are just two of the core values that Jen exemplifies in her daily work at Hot Dish: Smarty Pants: Jen has years of experience in the franchise marketing space that she puts to work for our clients every day. She’s also ready and willing to share that knowledge with anyone at Hot Dish that’s curious to learn more. Fun: Jen starts every Zoom meeting with a smile and always has ideas for making work a more engaging, entertaining place to be. She’s also a superfan of all things pumpkin spice, stocking up on flavored products during the fall so that she can enjoy them all year long. Cheers, Jen! We’re so glad you’re on Team Hot Dish. #HotDishAdvertising #HappyAnniversary #TeamHotDish

Happy three-year anniversary to Art Director Lucas Beck. Here are just two of the core values that Lucas brings to life at Hot Dish: Respect:. Hot Dishers know they can call on Lucas for help with anything, even if it’s not in his core job responsibilities. From making a presentation deck look better to installing fonts correctly, Lucas has a kind word or a helping hand to offer when needed. Fun: Lucas is our resident Star Wars expert and Lego aficionado, always ready to show off his latest creation. Here’s to many more years at Hot Dish, Lucas! We can’t imagine it without you. #HotDishAdvertising #HappyAnniversary #TeamHotDish

Last Call! Voting Closes Today!?? Franchisors, this is it – your last chance to vote in Entrepreneur’s Top Franchise Supplier Survey! We’d love your support to keep our streak going – 8 sounds pretty great, right? ? Pro tip: Surveys with votes in multiple categories carry more weight, so spread the love if you can! Cast your vote here:?https://lnkd.in/gbrDqbCB ? Huge THANK YOU for your support – we appreciate you more than words can say.??? ? #FranchiseMarketing #HotDishMarketing #EntrepreneurSurvey #VoteHotDish

Dawn Kane joined IFA’s Franchise Voice at this year's IFA Annual Convention to share insights on where franchising is headed in 2025 and what it takes to lead with impact. Don't miss it!

**?? Trend in Franchising: The Rise of AI in Franchise Marketing** AI is transforming franchise development marketing, making lead generation smarter, faster and more effective. With AI-driven tools, franchises can create hyper-personalized campaigns, refine targeting and gain real-time, data-driven insights — a true game-changer for attracting the right franchise candidates.? At Hot Dish, we leverage AI-powered data to optimize messaging, improve targeting, and drive higher-quality leads.** Here are three key takeaways on how AI is reshaping franchise marketing: 1?? Quality Over Quantity – AI ensures you're attracting the right leads, not just more leads, by refining targeting and optimizing outreach.? 2?? Hyper-Personalization Wins – AI-driven insights create tailored messaging that speaks directly to a candidate’s needs, boosting engagement and conversions.? 3?? Speed + Smarts – AI accelerates data analysis and decision-making, allowing franchise brands to adapt and grow faster than ever.? As AI continues to evolve, franchise brands that embrace AI-powered marketing will gain a competitive edge in lead generation and development. ?? How are you seeing AI impact franchise marketing? Let’s discuss in the comments! ?? #FranchiseMarketing #AIinMarketing #LeadGeneration #FranchiseDevelopment #HotDishMarketing

At the 2025 IFA Conference, Hot Dish Advertising’s CEO & Co-Founder, Dawn Kane, joined a panel of top franchise leaders to discuss strategies for long-term success. Moderated by Catherine Monson, CFE, the session highlighted key ways franchisors can strengthen their systems, including: - Establishing strong governance to support franchisee success - Providing the right tools and training to empower franchisees - Aligning brand strategy to create a consistent customer experience - Recruiting franchisees who share the brand’s mission and values - Driving engagement through recognition and support ? As Dawn shared, responsible franchising is not just a trend—it’s a commitment to sustainable growth. Read our full recap here:?https://lnkd.in/gwiKW3hu ? #IFA2025 #FranchiseGrowth #ResponsibleFranchising #FranchiseDevelopment #HotDishAdvertising ? International Franchise Association, Richard Weissman, Dan Monaghan - CFE, Javier N. Solis, CFE

Big news – Hot?Dish is nominated (again!) as a Top Franchise Marketing Supplier?in Entrepreneur’s?2025 Franchise Suppliers Survey!????We've been honored with this award for?7 years running, and with your help, we can make it?8 straight! Franchisors, we need YOU!?Your vote helps recognize the best in the industry, and it only takes a few minutes. Cast your vote here:?https://lnkd.in/gbrDqbCB Thank you for your support – we couldn’t do this without our incredible clients and friends in franchising! Let’s keep the streak alive! #FranchiseMarketing #HotDishMarketing #EntrepreneurSurvey #VoteHotDish

Team Hot Dish had an incredible time at the IFA conference in Las Vegas! The big takeaway? Franchising is thriving, and responsible growth is fueling sustainable, long-term success. Industry leaders emphasized strong leadership, strategic innovation and franchisees as valued partners. ? Here are the top insights from this year’s event: ? Franchising is stronger than ever The industry is poised for continued growth, with responsible franchising at the core of long-term success.? ? Franchisees are valued partners Treating franchisees like customers and providing the right tools, mentorship and support leads to scalable, repeatable growth.? ? Brand standards drive success The best brands balance innovation with strong operational guidelines to ensure consistency and quality.? ? AI and data are reshaping franchising AI-powered marketing, predictive analytics and automation are helping brands make smarter, data-backed decisions.? ? Lead quality matters more than quantity At our Hot Dish-hosted roundtable, we explored how targeted strategies attract high-intent franchisees and fuel sustainable growth. We also celebrated two of our own: ? Dawn Kane, Hot Dish Co-founder and CEO, earned the prestigious Bonny LeVine Award.? ? Jennifer Campbell, CFE, Hot Dish President and Partner, received her Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) designation. The future of franchising is bright, and we’re excited to help brands grow strategically in 2025 and beyond! ?? #Franchising #IFA2025 #SmartGrowth International Franchise Association