Speakers

Charles Keyser completed his education at Southern Illinois University at Carbondale in 2003. During his college years, he actively participated in various organizations, serving as a Student Life Advisor, President of Theta Xi, and President of the Internal Fraternal Council. In early 2005, alongside his brother, he initiated the establishment of the first of five Little Caesars Pizza locations, all of which have since been successfully sold. From 2008 to 2011, Charles worked as a franchise broker. In 2010, he ventured into the haircare industry with the opening of their first Sport Clips Haircuts salon, subsequently expanding to own 27 across five states, with further expansion plans underway. In 2014, they acquired Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning of St. Louis, operating six territories. In 2022, Charles and his partners launched 5 Ideal Image locations. Charles has contributed significantly to the advisory councils of Little Caesars and Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning, and has been recognized as the Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning Franchisee of the Year. And just recently the International Franchise Association recognized him and his brother as Franchisee of the Year. He currently holds the position of Treasurer for the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America and actively advocates for issues concerning business owners in Washington D.C.