As the only association focused on growing and protecting franchising, IFA is the largest member-based community that helps franchisors, franchisees and suppliers learn, lead and succeed across more than 300 industries.
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At IFA, we’re more than an association. We’re a community—a collective of franchisees, franchisors, and suppliers—united by a shared model for success. Becoming an IFA member unlocks the full resources of the franchising community, here for every step of your franchising journey.
As an IFA member, you’ll stay ahead with industry insights, networking opportunities, and expert guidance tailored to help your business grow. Whether you’re a franchisor, franchisee, or supplier, IFA provides the tools, connections, and support to help you thrive in franchising.
Explore all the ways that IFA Membership can help you grow your company, expand your knowledge and become part of a supportive community.
No matter your goals or where you’re at on your franchising journey, becoming an IFA member opens your access to connection, learning and growth as part of an engaged community. Explore all the ways that IFA membership benefits you and your company.
Reach your growth goals by reaching top franchising decision makers. The IFA team helps you customize your advertising, sponsorship and exhibiting plan based on your unique audience and strategy.
You get first look at IFA’s powerful research, unique insights from member working groups and industry partners.
As an IFA member, you get exclusive access, discounted rates and unmatched collaboration with industry experts through our range of education offerings.
The biggest value of your IFA membership comes from collaboration with other members. Join us in countless opportunities for year-round networking, best practice sharing and building relationships with like-minded leaders.
IFA works with you to share franchising’s positive story with lawmakers, regulators, and the media, delivering effective advocacy, while giving you opportunities to take action.
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202.662.0790
procchio@franchise.org
Senior Manager, Member Services & Recruitment
202.662.0767
skonohia@franchise.org
Manager, Membership Recruitment & Retention
202.662.0796
zkirshner@franchise.org