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2026

First Choice Business Brokers

National Conference

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Franchisee Welcome Reception

*Click on the date for more information - schedule subject to change

General Session Day One | Valencia Room

7:30 – 9:00 AM -  Registration, Breakfast, Networking & Headshots | Valencia Room


9:00 AM -  Welcome, Introductions & Opening Remarks - Linda & Jeff  Nyman,

  • CoFounders
  • And They’re Off: Setting the Pace for the Days Ahead, Activating your RAS.

10:15 AM -The Ten Commandments of Deals That Close - Trent Lee

  • The financial fundamentals that separate listings that linger from deals that close.

11:00 Break (10 minutes)

11:10 AM - The Scorecard: Sold Business Performance Metrics - Iain Bratt & Anthony Cali 

11:45 AM – Demystifying Phantom Equity for Key Employee Retention - Chris Buttenham, Reins

12:05 PM - Live Oak Bank - Ryan Furstenau & Elyse Gonzales 

12:30 - 1:30 PM  Lunch & Networking | JW Marketplace Buffet 

1:45 PM - The Human Premium: - Grant Gooley, MyPortal Marketing

  • Winning the trust war in an AI world

2:15 PM - Business Valuation, Machinery & Equipment Appraisals and Deal Ready Financials (Carve-Out’s) - Todd Taylor GCF 

2:45 PM  - Golden Nuggets of the Day - Closing (early close due to Awards Dinner)

6:30 PM - The Winner’s Circle Kentucky Derby Themed Award Dinner | Valencia Room

Enjoy live band, caricature artists, photos, drinks, hors d'oeuvres and JW Elite Dinner. 

General Session Day Two | Valencia Room

7:30 – 9:00 AM Breakfast, Networking, Partner Paddock Visits & Headshots

8:00 AM -The Brain Exchange Roundtable Discussions - Coffee & Collaboration 

9:00 AM - Day Two Kickoff: Key Takeaways from the Morning Brain Exchange

  • Each table shares the single best insight from their morning roundtable discussion.

9:15 AM - Rookie Grit: Winning Early

  • How new agents are finding early success. - Peer Lead Panel Interview

10:00 AM - First Internet Bank - Jared Johnson

10:15 AM - The Other Half of the Deal 

10:50 AM - Break (10 minutes)

11:00 AM - Yes, the U.S. Still Wants Foreign Buyers - Jessica Weiss, Immigration Attorney

  • Immigration Pathways That Support Strong Business Deals 

11:45 AM -  Pattern Paddock Visits and Education

12:20 - 1:45 PM  Lunch & Networking | JW Marketplace Buffet 

2:00 PM  - Add-Back Tracing & Quality of Earnings - Todd Taylor, GCF

2:30 PM - The Brain Exchange Roundtable Discussions

  • Immigration Q & A - Jessica Weiss , Esq.
  • Marketing & Social Media Best Practices - Will Phillips & Hershey Ann
  • Marketing Grant Gooley
  • Closing Larger Deals with Pari Passu Lending: A Layered Financing Approach -  Ryan Furstenau
  • CRM & OMS Q & A - Kayla Richardson & Howard Meltzer
  • Phantom Stock/Employee Retention Programs - Chris Reins
  • Valuation & PeerComps - Todd Taylor, GCF
  • Ask the Transaction Attorney - Pete Benenati, Esq.
  • Deal Structuring - Frank Nunzeata
  • General Questions - Jeff Nyman

3:45 PM - AI for Brokers - Peer Led Discussion

  • What’s Working and What Do We Want Next?

4:15 PM - Role Play - Handling conflict between buyers and sellers - Share your real-world scenario solution - Panel

5:00 PM Golden Nuggets of the Day

Visit the Partner Paddock – Visit our industry partners and learn about tools that support your business and deals.

8:30 PM  Derby After Dark -  GCF Spotlight Stage aka Karaoke Night

Open Bar & Light Snacks

Closing Session | Valencia Room

7:30 – 9:00 AM Breakfast, Networking and Partner Paddock Visits

8:00 AM -The Brain Exchange Roundtable Discussions - Coffee & Collaboration 

9:00 AM - Day Three Kickoff: Key Takeaways from the Morning Brain Exchange

9:15 AM - Objection & Challenge Handling in Business Brokerage - Peer Led Panel 

10:10 AM - Break (10 minutes)

10:20 AM – Broker Mastermind Exchange

  • Interactive roundtables on the most requested topics from across the conference.

11:30 AM - Conference Golden Nuggets & Action Items

  • Takeaways you plan to put into action when you return home.

12:30 PM Farewell Lunch & Final Networking | JW Marketplace Buffet 

 Stay, relax, and enjoy additional time connecting with fellow attendees.


*Schedule Subject to Change 

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Event Location

2026 First Choice Business Brokers National Conference,

221 North Rampart Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89154


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🔹 2026 Conference Topics -  The Conversations That Will Change Your Business 🔹

The real magic of the FCBB National Conference isn’t just in the scheduled sessions, it’s in the conversations over coffee, cocktails, and lunch with fellow brokers, agents and partners. These discussions are where the most valuable insights emerge, what to do, what not to do, how to grow, and how to stay focused.


Yes, we have powerhouse topics lined up, but the biggest game-changers might come from the unfiltered, real-world advice you get in the hallways, at the bar, or during a casual chat. Don’t miss out, be in the room where the best ideas are shared!

**If you have any feedback on the topics or are interested in joining a panel,

let us know at  2026conference@fcbb.com.

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We're excited to share the dates for the 2026 FCBB National Conference — your chance to gain invaluable insights from industry leaders and contribute to the company's roadmap. Register now to secure your spot and be among the first to receive updates and provide input as we build out the full agenda, packed with enriching experiences designed to fuel your professional growth.


Agent Conference Registration - $350

Includes:

  • Welcome Reception Party
  • Daily Lunch
  • Awards Cocktail Reception & Dinner
  • Complimentary Professional Headshot

Welcome Reception Sunday, March 22nd

General Sessions Meetings March 23 - 25, 2026

Awards Night Cocktails & Dinner Monday, March 23rd

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