Speakers

Steve Beagelman is a franchise industry veteran with over 35 years of experience holding various positions from entrepreneur to senior-level executive, giving him unique insight and perspective in growing, operating, and building brands. In 2009, Steve established SMB Franchise Advisors, a franchise consulting company specializing in advising franchise start-ups and existing franchise concepts on ways to drive business growth. Now, almost 17 years later, SMB has helped over 600 brands launch into franchising. Steve also specializes in private equity transactions and in helping SMB clients expand their brands.