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<\/span><\/div>Martin Joksimovic<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div>President – MFV Expositions<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div>About Martin<\/h3><\/div>Martin Joksimovic is the President of MFV Expositions, a leading organizer of franchise trade shows in the United States and internationally. In this role, he oversees the strategic direction, growth, and execution of a portfolio of premier franchise events that connect entrepreneurs, investors, and established brands. Under his leadership, MFV produces some of the industry\u2019s most recognized platforms, including the International Franchise Expo (New York), Franchise Expo South (Fort Lauderdale), Franchise Expo West (Phoenix), and several emerging regional events designed to expand franchise development opportunities across North America.<\/p>\n
With extensive experience in event management, international business development, and strategic partnerships, Martin has played a key role in strengthening the global reach of MFV\u2019s shows. He works closely with organizations such as the U.S. Department of Commerce, industry associations, and international partners to create events that attract exhibitors and visitors from dozens of countries. His efforts have helped position MFV\u2019s expos as critical meeting points for franchisors, suppliers, and aspiring business owners seeking to explore franchise ownership. Martin is particularly focused on innovation within the event industry, leveraging digital marketing, data-driven strategy, and new market expansion to enhance exhibitor return on investment and visitor engagement. He is also actively involved in developing new initiatives and international editions of the Franchise Expo brand, including Franchise Expo Germany, further strengthening the global franchise ecosystem. Recognized for his collaborative leadership style and entrepreneurial mindset, Martin is passionate about building communities within the franchising sector and supporting the growth of emerging franchise brands. Through his work, he continues to create impactful platforms that help entrepreneurs discover opportunities and franchise systems expand their reach worldwide.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Meet Our Judges<\/h2><\/div>![\"Red](\"https:\/\/franchisevoice.com\/top-franchise-influencers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Red-Boswell.jpg\")
<\/div>Red Boswell<\/h2>
President - IFPG<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
![\"Pamela](\"https:\/\/franchisevoice.com\/top-franchise-influencers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Pamela-Labelle-Franchise-Voice.jpg\")
<\/div>Pamela Labelle<\/h2>
Founder - BizSold<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Martin Joksimovic<\/h2>
President - MFV Expositions<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/franchisevoice.com\/top-franchise-influencers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Aldrin-Fernandes-Franchise-Voice.jpg\")
<\/div>Aldrin Fernandes <\/h2>
President - AR Brokers<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/franchisevoice.com\/top-franchise-influencers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Scott-English.jpg\")
<\/div>Scott English<\/h2>
Founder - Elite Franchise Online<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/franchisevoice.com\/top-franchise-influencers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/AJ-Rama.jpg\")
<\/div>AJ Rama<\/h2>
National Event Management<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
![\"Hemen](\"https:\/\/franchisevoice.com\/top-franchise-influencers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Hemen-Modi-Franchise-Voice-1-1.jpg\")
<\/div>Hemen Modi<\/h2>
Founder - TWG Design<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/franchisevoice.com\/top-franchise-influencers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/rashesh-mandani-1.jpg\")
<\/div>Rashesh Mandani <\/h2>
Mandani Law<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/franchisevoice.com\/top-franchise-influencers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Franchise-Leader-.jpg\")
<\/div>Franchise Judge<\/h2>
Coming soon.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Franchise Judge<\/h2>
Coming soon.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Proudly Supported by Our Partners<\/h2><\/div>Together, we celebrate the leaders shaping the future of franchising across North America.<\/p>\n<\/div>
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President – MFV Expositions<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div>About Martin<\/h3><\/div>Martin Joksimovic is the President of MFV Expositions, a leading organizer of franchise trade shows in the United States and internationally. In this role, he oversees the strategic direction, growth, and execution of a portfolio of premier franchise events that connect entrepreneurs, investors, and established brands. Under his leadership, MFV produces some of the industry\u2019s most recognized platforms, including the International Franchise Expo (New York), Franchise Expo South (Fort Lauderdale), Franchise Expo West (Phoenix), and several emerging regional events designed to expand franchise development opportunities across North America.<\/p>\n
With extensive experience in event management, international business development, and strategic partnerships, Martin has played a key role in strengthening the global reach of MFV\u2019s shows. He works closely with organizations such as the U.S. Department of Commerce, industry associations, and international partners to create events that attract exhibitors and visitors from dozens of countries. His efforts have helped position MFV\u2019s expos as critical meeting points for franchisors, suppliers, and aspiring business owners seeking to explore franchise ownership. Martin is particularly focused on innovation within the event industry, leveraging digital marketing, data-driven strategy, and new market expansion to enhance exhibitor return on investment and visitor engagement. He is also actively involved in developing new initiatives and international editions of the Franchise Expo brand, including Franchise Expo Germany, further strengthening the global franchise ecosystem. Recognized for his collaborative leadership style and entrepreneurial mindset, Martin is passionate about building communities within the franchising sector and supporting the growth of emerging franchise brands. Through his work, he continues to create impactful platforms that help entrepreneurs discover opportunities and franchise systems expand their reach worldwide.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Meet Our Judges<\/h2><\/div><\/div>Red Boswell<\/h2>
President - IFPG<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Pamela Labelle<\/h2>
Founder - BizSold<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Martin Joksimovic<\/h2>
President - MFV Expositions<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Aldrin Fernandes <\/h2>
President - AR Brokers<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Scott English<\/h2>
Founder - Elite Franchise Online<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>AJ Rama<\/h2>
National Event Management<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Hemen Modi<\/h2>
Founder - TWG Design<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Rashesh Mandani <\/h2>
Mandani Law<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Franchise Judge<\/h2>
Coming soon.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Franchise Judge<\/h2>
Coming soon.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Proudly Supported by Our Partners<\/h2><\/div>Together, we celebrate the leaders shaping the future of franchising across North America.<\/p>\n<\/div>
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About Martin<\/h3><\/div>Martin Joksimovic is the President of MFV Expositions, a leading organizer of franchise trade shows in the United States and internationally. In this role, he oversees the strategic direction, growth, and execution of a portfolio of premier franchise events that connect entrepreneurs, investors, and established brands. Under his leadership, MFV produces some of the industry\u2019s most recognized platforms, including the International Franchise Expo (New York), Franchise Expo South (Fort Lauderdale), Franchise Expo West (Phoenix), and several emerging regional events designed to expand franchise development opportunities across North America.<\/p>\n
With extensive experience in event management, international business development, and strategic partnerships, Martin has played a key role in strengthening the global reach of MFV\u2019s shows. He works closely with organizations such as the U.S. Department of Commerce, industry associations, and international partners to create events that attract exhibitors and visitors from dozens of countries. His efforts have helped position MFV\u2019s expos as critical meeting points for franchisors, suppliers, and aspiring business owners seeking to explore franchise ownership. Martin is particularly focused on innovation within the event industry, leveraging digital marketing, data-driven strategy, and new market expansion to enhance exhibitor return on investment and visitor engagement. He is also actively involved in developing new initiatives and international editions of the Franchise Expo brand, including Franchise Expo Germany, further strengthening the global franchise ecosystem. Recognized for his collaborative leadership style and entrepreneurial mindset, Martin is passionate about building communities within the franchising sector and supporting the growth of emerging franchise brands. Through his work, he continues to create impactful platforms that help entrepreneurs discover opportunities and franchise systems expand their reach worldwide.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Meet Our Judges<\/h2><\/div><\/div>Red Boswell<\/h2>
President - IFPG<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Pamela Labelle<\/h2>
Founder - BizSold<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Martin Joksimovic<\/h2>
President - MFV Expositions<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Aldrin Fernandes <\/h2>
President - AR Brokers<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Scott English<\/h2>
Founder - Elite Franchise Online<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>AJ Rama<\/h2>
National Event Management<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Hemen Modi<\/h2>
Founder - TWG Design<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Rashesh Mandani <\/h2>
Mandani Law<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Franchise Judge<\/h2>
Coming soon.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Franchise Judge<\/h2>
Coming soon.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Proudly Supported by Our Partners<\/h2><\/div>Together, we celebrate the leaders shaping the future of franchising across North America.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Martin Joksimovic is the President of MFV Expositions, a leading organizer of franchise trade shows in the United States and internationally. In this role, he oversees the strategic direction, growth, and execution of a portfolio of premier franchise events that connect entrepreneurs, investors, and established brands. Under his leadership, MFV produces some of the industry\u2019s most recognized platforms, including the International Franchise Expo (New York), Franchise Expo South (Fort Lauderdale), Franchise Expo West (Phoenix), and several emerging regional events designed to expand franchise development opportunities across North America.<\/p>\n
With extensive experience in event management, international business development, and strategic partnerships, Martin has played a key role in strengthening the global reach of MFV\u2019s shows. He works closely with organizations such as the U.S. Department of Commerce, industry associations, and international partners to create events that attract exhibitors and visitors from dozens of countries. His efforts have helped position MFV\u2019s expos as critical meeting points for franchisors, suppliers, and aspiring business owners seeking to explore franchise ownership. Martin is particularly focused on innovation within the event industry, leveraging digital marketing, data-driven strategy, and new market expansion to enhance exhibitor return on investment and visitor engagement. He is also actively involved in developing new initiatives and international editions of the Franchise Expo brand, including Franchise Expo Germany, further strengthening the global franchise ecosystem. Recognized for his collaborative leadership style and entrepreneurial mindset, Martin is passionate about building communities within the franchising sector and supporting the growth of emerging franchise brands. Through his work, he continues to create impactful platforms that help entrepreneurs discover opportunities and franchise systems expand their reach worldwide.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Meet Our Judges<\/h2><\/div><\/div>Red Boswell<\/h2>
President - IFPG<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Pamela Labelle<\/h2>
Founder - BizSold<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Martin Joksimovic<\/h2>
President - MFV Expositions<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Aldrin Fernandes <\/h2>
President - AR Brokers<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Scott English<\/h2>
Founder - Elite Franchise Online<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>AJ Rama<\/h2>
National Event Management<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Hemen Modi<\/h2>
Founder - TWG Design<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Rashesh Mandani <\/h2>
Mandani Law<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Franchise Judge<\/h2>
Coming soon.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Franchise Judge<\/h2>
Coming soon.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Proudly Supported by Our Partners<\/h2><\/div>Together, we celebrate the leaders shaping the future of franchising across North America.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Red Boswell<\/h2>
President - IFPG<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Pamela Labelle<\/h2>
Founder - BizSold<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Martin Joksimovic<\/h2>
President - MFV Expositions<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Aldrin Fernandes <\/h2>
President - AR Brokers<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Scott English<\/h2>
Founder - Elite Franchise Online<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>AJ Rama<\/h2>
National Event Management<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Hemen Modi<\/h2>
Founder - TWG Design<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Rashesh Mandani <\/h2>
Mandani Law<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Franchise Judge<\/h2>
Coming soon.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Franchise Judge<\/h2>
Coming soon.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Proudly Supported by Our Partners<\/h2><\/div>Together, we celebrate the leaders shaping the future of franchising across North America.<\/p>\n<\/div>
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Together, we celebrate the leaders shaping the future of franchising across North America.<\/p>\n<\/div>
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