Meet Our Team
Our team of highly qualified and trained professional consultants.
Michael G Bullinger
President
Michael G. Bullinger, MBA, CFC, CFA President, National Franchise Association. Mike is well-educated and articulate - a true professional. He is very trustworthy and makes wise recommendations. He has completed the Certified Franchise Association.
Muhammad Siddique
Muhammad Siddique is a serial entrepreneur who has built and sold four 7-figure businesses. He is a Franchise Candidate Lead Gen Authority, helping franchisors, franchise advisors, and consultants drive candidate placements with high-intent leads. As President of The Revenue Cycle Bridge and a published business author, he is recognized for creating high-impact joint ventures and empowering entrepreneurs worldwide.
Robert A. Needham
JD, PhD
Robert A. Needham, JD is a business advisor, consultant, coach, innovator, economic and social theorist, author, public speaker, innovator, scientist, thought leader in the collaborative and cooperative movements, and thought leader in financial services, franchising, cooperatives, and public and private governance
Kelly Smith
Kelly Smith supports the National Franchise Association team with research, lead organization, CRM updates, campaign tracking, and daily administrative coordination. Kelly helps keep outreach organized, accurate, and moving forward for franchise advisors, franchisors, and prospective franchise candidates.