William (Bill) Edwards, Cfe Email & Phone Number

Irvine, Ca, Us

Founded by William (Bill) Edwards and Keith Gerson who have almost 100 years collective experience, The Franchise Consortium is a trusted partner for navigating the world of franchising. For established brands seeking strategic expansion, our team of industry veterans delivers the insights and support you need for sustainable, profitable growth.https://www,thefrandhiseconsortium.comBill Edwards and Keith Gerson bring their collective franchisor, franchisee, master franchisee, supplier, and consultant knowledge, experience and networks to help franchisors increase their reach, profitability, and market presence with a focus on establishing the Accredited Franchise Supplier seal of approval. Our Services: A Powerful Mix▶ 3 6 0 Degree Franchise Feasibility Assessments ▶ Competitive Analysis▶ Comprehensive Development Programs▶ Market Entry and Expansion Strategies▶ Franchisee Recruitment, Engagement and Marketing▶ Training, Operations & Support Systems▶ North American & International Expansion Guidance▶ A proven network of vetted and cost-effective franchise service providersWhy Choose The Franchise Consortium?▶ Proven Expertise, Data-Driven Strategies, Unwavering Commitment▶ Deep Industry Knowledge: Our team possesses decades of combined experience across all facets of franchising. We understand the nuances and anticipate challenges.▶ Results-Oriented Approach: Every recommendation is backed by market research and tailored to your specific goals.▶ Transparency & Collaboration: We foster true partnership with our clients, ensuring open communication and shared decision-making.▶ Passion for Franchising: We believe in the power of franchising to create successful businesses and thriving communities.▶ Global Experience & Knowledge: We have started up and managed successful international licenses and operations across many diverse business sectors in over 30 countries

Santa Ana, California, Us

Advisor to the Global Business & Entrepreneurship Department on curriculum

Newport Beach, California, Us

How Bill Helps Businesses ‘Grow Global’ Successfully➤ Advisor – Providing advice on all aspects of international operations & development including preparing for taking a brand international, strategic planning, post licensing in-country operations support & replacement of existing international licensees➤ GlobalAssess™ A detailed, realistic analysis of a franchisor’s systems, training, support,marketing, technology, & Intranet for international expansion & an analysis of priority countries for the specific brand as well as a customized, 10-year Going Global Budget & Plan➤ International Market Research - EGS also conducts country & sector specific researchusing our GlobalTeam™, in-country sources, international publications, EGS analysis,global databases & websites to generate sector, brand & cultural adaptation marketresearch reports➤ Have taken 40 franchisors into 30+ countries in the Americas, the Asia Pacific, Europe & the Middle & Near EastSample Client List:✈ Abrakadoodle®✈ AlphaGraphics®✈ The Boiling Crab®*✈ Build-A-Bear Workshop®✈ Carl’s, Jr.®✈ Denny’s®✈ International Dairy Queen®*✈ Midas®✈ Mr. Handyman®✈ Right At Home®✈ Two Men And A Truck®If you are ready to take your company global, call or email us

Newport Beach, California, Us

With 5 extraordinary decades of successful international business experience spanning virtually every corner of the world and many business sectors, Bill Edwards understands the global business landscape like no other. County Master Franchisee in five countries in Asia, Europe and the Middle East. Senior VP for franchisor operating in 15 countries. Full-service consultant taking 40 franchisors global. Now Bill is sharing this unmatched experience and wisdom with select senior executives traversing the complex international growth landscape.What Makes Bill Edwards Uniquely Qualified to Steer Companies Going Global?I have lived in China, the Czech Republic, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Iran and Turkey and managed projects in more than 50 countries in the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe & the Middle East. Leveraging my vast global network, I can unlock enormous potential for the companies I advise.Services Include:➡ Choosing the right countries for your specific franchise or business➡ Creating a profile of your best international licensee➡ Understanding the political, economic & legal aspects of your target countries ➡ Accessing a global network of vetted professional service providers ➡ Defining the training, support & technology needs for your international development ➡ Adapting your business model & product/service offering ➡ Entering the China and Middle East markets ➡ Monitoring & auditing your existing international licensee ➡ Supply chain development & solutions“Bill Edwards is the absolute preeminent source for international growth. He exudes expertise at every turn. For ANY size franchise brand considering international expansion, I highly recommend Bill!” - Jeff Bevis, Chief Operating Officer, Caring Senior Service National HQ

Newport Beach, California, Us

Write the international column for the quarterly 'Franchise Update' magazine. Author of over 50 articles on global business (https://edwardsglobal.com/newsroom/egs-articles/). Creator and Author of GlobalVue®, which quarterly ranks 40 countries as places to do business (https://edwardsglobal.com/globalvue/) and Editor of the Geowizard biweekly global business update newsletter (www.geowizard.biz). Co-Author of the upcoming book entitled "Buy Global, Own Local - The Art of Global Franchising

West Palm Beach, Florida, Us

The Titus Center for Franchising provides under graduate, graduate and industry education in all aspects of global franchise development and operations. The Center offers courses that result in Certified Franchise Executive credite

Los Angeles, California, Us

Appointed by the U.S. Secretary of Commerce to assist small to medium sized U.S. companies export their products and services. The Distict Export Council of Southern California is composed of highly experienced subject matter experts in all aspects of exporting products and services worldwide

This is a non-profit family foundation dedicated to finding a cure for Alzheimer's Disease by funding university research into basic research and educating the public about this disease that claimed the life of a family member

IBS Research & Consultancy (IBS) is the leading foreign company market entry research and consultancy in Turkey with a specialty in EU and energy projects. I act as an international advisor to IBS on inbound company market research projects, having lived in Turkey

Appointed by the U.S. Secretary of Commerce and the U.S. Trade Representative (Executive Office of the President of the Unite States) to serve on the Industry Trade Advsory Committee on Services to repesent the U.S. franchise industry on developing trade policy and pursuing trade agreements that benefit U.S. businesses, workers and the U.S. economy as a whiole

The Institute of Certified Franchise Executives (ICFE) is part of the International Franchise Association. The ICFE overseas courses related to all aspects of franchising and certifies executives who have qualified for the Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) professional designation.

The University of California, Irvine Institute for Memory Impairments and Neurological Disorders (UCI MIND) is internationally recognized for its research accomplishments in age-related brain disorders. UCI MIND is the University’s center for aging and dementia research, with our faculty seeking to understand the causes leading to neurological disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease, frontotemporal dementia, Lewy body dementia, and Huntington’s disease. The Advisory Board is focused on educating the population on all aspects of Alzheimer's disease and raising funds for research into this disease

Lakewood, Colorado, Us

Responsible for global and U.S. franchise development and national account development and management

Lakewood, Colorado, Us

Responsible for taking the company from operations in 6 countries to 25 countries overseeing operations, support. planning and new country entry development. The company's licensing revenue grew by 700% during my tenure

Started up licensed operations in the Czech Republic, Hungary and Poland. Hired and trained a cross border operations, development, ISO900 and training teams.

Created the AlphaGraphics, Inc. country master franchise for Turkey with the Tifdruk Print Group and acted an Advisor to Tifdruk

Acquired the exclusive rights to the Master Licensee for the AlphaGraphics quick print brand in mainland China and acted as the US-based interface between China operations and AlphaGraphics, Inc.

Plano, Texas, Us

Started and directed a country subsidiary for ARCO, successfully exploring for oil in Eastern Turkey. Found an oil field that still produces today

Plano, Texas, Us

Managed offshore seismic oil and gas exploration offshore Hanan Island. Innovative stratigraphic seismic located the prolific Ying Ge Hai field that provides natural gas for Hong Kong today

Plano, Texas, Us

Positions of increasing responsibility in oil & gas geohysicial exploration related to both USA and international oil & gas exploration with a focus on state-of-the-art exploration technology

Plano, Texas, Us

Reported to the President of Atlantic Richfield on assessments of ARCO International projects and budgets. Assessed numerous potential projects across sectors and countries

Plano, Texas, Us

Directed the first 3D stratagraphic seismic survey of the giant Prudhoe Bay field. Surveys resulted in considerable additional proven reserves for ARCO. Oversaw large offshore seismc surveys in the Bering and Beaufort Seas. Surveys

Southern California Executive Program, International Management

International Executive Program

B.S., Geology And Geophysics

Mini Mba In Franchising, Franchising And Franchise Operations