Podcast All Leadership Resource Hub Posted March 11, 2025 Franchise Voice: IFA Convention Leaders Part 3 Share The IFA’s Ascension Initiative with Omar Simmons, Rayna Simmons, David Smith, and Clarence Howell. We’re continuing our series of conversations with leaders at this year’s IFA Annual Convention. Today you’ll hear about the IFA’s Ascension Initiative with Omar Simmons, Raynya Simmons, David Smith, and Clarence Howell. The Franchise Ascension Initiative provides knowledge, network, and navigation for business owners. The program matches talented individuals with brands and presents Franchising as a powerful – and welcoming – escalator of wealth. Today’s podcast is brought to you by Vendasta and ActiveCampaign Recommended for You 2025 IFA Impact Report Mar 02, 2026 Franchise Tonight! Evolving, Growing, and Going… Feb 24, 2026 The Missing Leg in Franchising and… Feb 22, 2026 Advertisement