November’s elections have major implications for American small businesses, especially around taxes, labor, and regulatory rules. While small businesses play a critical role in both local economies and US economic growth, they also have the least bandwidth to absorb compliance costs and growing expenses.
As the incoming White House gears up to roll back some regulatory rules and the Fed slowly cuts interest rates, the outlook for small businesses, including opportunities for franchise owners, are set to evolve. Semafor’s editors will lead a series of conversations with key policymakers and small business owners to discuss ways to create a thriving environment for small businesses and franchise owners.
January 14, 2025
Doors Open & Networking: 8:30 a.m.
Programming: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Washington, D.C.
Speakers

Rep. Kevin Hern
(R) Oklahoma

Stephen Moore
Senior Fellow, Heritage Foundation
Economic Adviser, Trump Campaign

Joe Erlinger
President, McDonald's USA

Matt Haller
President & CEO, International Franchise Association
Moderators

Justin B. Smith
CEO & Co-Founder, Semafor

Elana Schor
Senior Washington Editor, Semafor

Shelby Talcott
White House Correspondent, Semafor

Bennett Richardson
General Manager, Global Head of Public Affairs, Semafor
The Gallup Building:
901 F Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20004
8:30 a.m. ET
Doors Open
9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. ET
Programming