Franc is an American attorney and former Certified Public Accountant (CPA) known for his work in succession planning, especially for family and closely-held businesses.
[5] During his time at the University of Pittsburgh, he was a member of the Law Review, and was cited by the United States Supreme Court in CIR v. Fink, 483 U.S. 89 (1987).
[10] Franc also has served on both for profit and non-profit boards, including the boards of directors for Heeter, Global Tax Management, Fort Pitt Capital Mutual Fund, General Carbide Graphite Company, the University of Pittsburgh, La Roche University, Catalyst Connection, and the YPO Gold.
[11][12] Franc regularly speaks at events for organizations such as American Law Institute, Private Directors' Association, Attorney’s For Family Enterprises, Young Presidents' Organization (YPO) Gold[13] – Pittsburgh Chapter, La Roche University Board of Trustees,[14] and others.
Franc has been featured in various magazines such as Forbes,[17] U.S. News and World Report, and Pittsburgh Business Times, as well as TechVibe Radio and Industrial Distribution.