Great American Franchise Expo brings hundreds of business concepts to Cobb Galleria this weekend

ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - People curious about business ownership can explore options at The Great American Franchise Expo, happening May 16–17 at Cobb Galleria Centre. The event brings together established and emerging franchise brands across a wide range of investment levels, from home-based concepts to larger retail and service operations.

Dan Goldbeck, Partner at The Franchise Consulting Company and a featured presenter at the expo, talked with ATL Live host Andrew Tyree about how franchising can offer a more structured path than starting a business from scratch, and how attendees can use the expo to compare brands, ask direct questions, and learn about financing and operations.

The expo also highlights newer franchise categories—like EV infrastructure, robotics, pet memorial services, and insurance-related property restoration—that reflect shifts in consumer demand and workforce needs.

Event info

• What: The Great American Franchise Expo
• When: Saturday, May 16 (11 a.m.–5 p.m.) and Sunday, May 17 (11 a.m.–4 p.m.)
• Where: Cobb Galleria Centre (Atlanta)
• Tickets: Free tickets available (limited)
• Details: https://www.franexpousa.com/

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