Dallas, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/27/2015 -- Franchising is a brilliant way for people to run their own business with all the benefits of a pre-established brand and the buoyant support network of an already successful business. This 'best of both worlds' approach enables people to share in the good fortune of business leaders like Roland Dickey, Jr., who has created the next big thing in barbecue chains by transforming his family business into a franchise. Speaking at the 2015 Fast Casual Executive Summit, he revealed some of the secrets to his success for both business leaders and potential franchisees.

The conference is the best opportunity available for franchise leaders to meet with franchise lenders and investors, as well as getting expert advice and insights from more than 40 of the fastest growing franchise companies in the world. Lenders, investors and business leaders learn and network, attend workshops and presentations at this key franchise dealmaker's event.

A spokesperson for Roland Dickey, Jr. explained, "Roland was on form at the Fast Casual Executive Summit, and shared invaluable insights for both franchisors and business leaders. He is in a unique position, having started as a small business owner like the franchisees themselves just 10 years ago, enabling him to offer invaluable guidance to people on both sides of the line. At an event like this, it is a rare opportunity for all, and his advice was invaluable in helping business leaders and franchisors alike understand just how mutually beneficial the relationship could be with the right attitude and management."

About Roland Dickey, Jr.
Roland Dickey, Jr. is Chief Executive Officer of Dallas-based Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. He is the grandson of company founder Travis Dickey, Sr. since becoming President and Chief Executive Officer of the third generation family run company in 2006, Dickey has expanded the restaurant's reach from 20 to over 500 stores nationwide. He now shares his business expertise and strategic insights at talks around the country.

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