Mr. Keilt is CEO of Franchise Venture Associates, LLC which provides consulting, sales, and development assistance to growing franchise companies seeking to expand and reach critical mass. Additionally, Mr. Keilt is a Director, and involved in Brand Development for 1080 Teles.

From March 4, 2001 through March 31, 2006 Jack was involved with Fantastic Sams, acceding to the position of President and CEO of Fantastic Sams International and its three operating subsidiaries. Fantastic Sams has over 1,400 salons.

Jack Keilt has over 33 years in the franchise industry with extensive experience in domestic, international and Master Licensing. As a Corporate Vice President for Ralston Purina’s Foodmaker Division he developed the initial franchise program for Jack-In-The-Box. He also held other V.P. level positions with Bojangles, Dryclean USA, and served as Director of Development for Burger King.

A graduate of Penn State University, Mr. Keilt attended graduate school at CCNY- Bernard Baruch School.

Mr. Keilt is currently on the International Franchise Association (IFA), Franchise Relations Committee and has served in the past on the IFA  International Affairs Committee. Mr. Keilt served two years as Chairman for the IFA’s Franchise Business Network in Boston, MA (www.NEFBN.org).