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Tony Sansotta

Expertise

I can answer any questions relative to franchising in Canada. This includes legal requirements of franchisors to provide disclosure documents, which provincial jurisdictions have franchise laws, questions to ask franchisors if you are interested in being awarded a franchise, and how to investigate before you invest. I can answer questions relating to franchise agreements. From the franchisor stand point I can provide information on any issues that franchisors face while managing their franchise system. This can include things like how to set up an effective Franchise Advisory Council, how to deal with non-compliance and how to prepare for the termination of a franchisee.

Experience

I have been involved within the franchise industry for over twenty years both as a franchisee and a franchisor. I helped write the Alberta Franchises Act (1995) and have served on the board of directors of the Canadian Franchise Association for five years. I currently provide franchise related services to a number of franchisor clients.

Publications
Canadian Franchise Business Magazine

Education/Credentials
B.A., M.A., M.B.A.

Awards and Honors
Canadian Franchise Association-President's Award of Merit

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