James Emerson

James Emerson is a seasoned franchise professional with extensive experience in franchise sales, marketing, and management. Currently serving as the Director of Franchise Sales at Goldsainte, a luxury ride share franchise, and as Area Developer/Franchise Sales Director at Freshslice Pizza, James is focused on expanding franchise operations in the United States. As the Founder and CEO of NEXT Franchise Systems, James leads a full-service franchise development company. Previous roles include Director of Marketing at Ultimate Franchise Systems and Beast Master at Franchise Beast, where James developed franchise systems and marketing strategies. James holds multiple degrees, including an MBA in International Business from Florida Atlantic University and a Bachelor's in Journalism from the University of Florida.