Whether you’re a franchisee, chapter leader, or advocate, this episode highlights why the 2025 Franchise Leadership Summit is a must-attend event to shape the future of franchising.

In this episode of AAFD TV, host Cory Mosley sits down with Amy Mancuso, Chief Development Officer of the American Association of Franchisees & Dealers (AAFD), to preview the upcoming 2025 Franchise Leadership Summit.

Mancuso shares why this year’s Summit is historic: for the first time, the AAFD is partnering with the Coalition of Franchisee Associations (CFA) to create a joint event that unites franchisees across multiple brands under one powerful program.

She explains how the Summit goes beyond networking by equipping franchisees with practical tools to face today’s biggest challenges—private equity pressures, shifting agreements, and regulatory changes—while also empowering them to turn those challenges into opportunities. Attendees will hear from industry experts, attorneys, and congressional leaders, plus participate in a day on Capitol Hill to directly advocate for fair franchising policies.

At its core, the Summit emphasizes collaboration and the AAFD’s mission of Total Quality Franchising®, helping franchisees build stronger chapters, foster community, and leave with actionable strategies to strengthen their businesses.

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