Jan 2026

Toronto Franchise Show
Spadea Lignana will be attending Canada’s largest franchise show, featuring over 165 franchises and business opportunities from every industry. This event is an important opportunity to connect with Canadian franchisors considering US market expansion. The two-day show includes seminars on franchise ownership, legal considerations, and financing strategies for brands looking to grow across North America. […]
Feb 2026

IFA Annual Convention 2026
Spadea Lignana will be attending the 66th Annual IFA Convention at Mandalay Bay, the premier event in franchising. This four-day convention brings together franchisors, franchisees, and suppliers to discuss industry trends, regulatory updates, and franchise growth strategies. Tom Spadea, Josh Lignana, James McCauley, Evan Harra, Andy Matson, Alex Schiavino, Kate Ng, Matt Wizmur, Jess […]
Mar 2026
EF100 Celebration & Awards Evening
Spadea Lignana will be attending the EF100 Celebration & Awards Evening at The Carlu. This formal awards ceremony recognizes Canada’s top 100 franchise systems based on performance, innovation, community involvement, and leadership. The event celebrates Canadian franchise trailblazers across multiple categories, including Sustainable Business of the Year, Innovation of the Year, Community Builder of […]
May 2026
International Franchise Expo - NYC 2026
Spadea Lignana will be attending the International Franchise Expo at the Javits Center, the premier franchise show in the United States with significant international reach. This two-day event attracts entrepreneurs and business owners from all 50 states and over 60 countries. With 200+ exhibiting franchise brands, 50+ workshops and educational sessions, and thousands of attendees, […]