Entrepreneurs in America's Heartland will have a direct opportunity to explore franchise ownership as MFV Expositions ("MFV") and Comexposium host Franchise Expo Cincinnati on October 23-24 at the First Financial Center in downtown Cincinnati.
The event is expected to draw more than 1,500 attendees and will feature over 80 exhibitors, 15 workshops and seminars, and several keynote speakers. Ohio's franchise market has gained national attention; the International Franchise Association's latest Franchise Economic Impact Report ranked the state ninth for overall franchise interest and activity. Registration is now open for both exhibitors and attendees.
"We look forward to bringing our message of economic hope and prosperity directly to America's Heartland," said Martin Joksimovic, president of MFV Expositions. "We've had our eye on this region for some time now, noting the area's potential for growth and expansion, the comparative affordability of its communities, and what we would best describe as significant opportunities for market leadership."
Exhibitors include top franchise brand exhibitors across automotive, fitness, senior care, and fast casual dining. Notable names include Gold's Gym, HomeVestors, Dream Vacations, and Lightbridge Academy. Food and beverage concepts such as McDonald's, Biggby Coffee, and The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf will also be present, along with pizza brands Rosati's Pizza, CiCi's Pizza, and Little Caesars. Emerging brands like Industrious and The Fruit Stand offer lower barriers to entry.
The conference agenda features familiar workshops and seminars, including the popular A to Z's of Buying a Franchise led by Dr. John Hayes. Attendees can also take advantage of numerous special events, such as the Emerging Brands Pavilion and the Business Resource Center. For those unable to attend in person, Franchise Expo Unplugged, in partnership with Social Geek Radio, will provide onsite interviews and curated content.
This expo is MFV's only Midwest stop in 2026 and the fourth domestic event, following Franchise Expo Dallas and the International Franchise Expo in New York City. Franchise Expo West will conclude the 2026 schedule in Glendale, Arizona, on November 13-14. For more information, visit www.franchiseexpocincinnati.com.
