Akerman's Franchise and Licensing Group hosts the annual Global Franchise Summer Summit in Denver, a premier two-day event that brings together franchise professionals from across the United States and around the world. Featuring industry leaders who share their insights, experiences, and successes, the Summit offers engaging panels and roundtable discussions focused on driving franchise growth and innovation. Programming is tailored for franchisors, franchise system owners, investors, multi-unit franchisees, and other professionals serving the franchise industry.

To view the highlight reel from the 2026 Summit, please click here.

To view photos from the 2026 Summit, please click here.

Thank you to our 2026 sponsors.

If you have any questions or would like to request sponsorship information, please contact [email protected].