During this time of intense anxiety, tragic loss and growing concern for others, many people are overcoming their own stress and pain by pouring positive energy into their local community with acts of support and kindness. Of greatest note is the painstaking work of our hospital and healthcare workers, grocery store supply chain professionals and police, fire and first responders who are risking their lives to keep us safe and healthy.
The International Franchise Association (IFA) today called on Congress to approve an additional $321 billion in Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans. The additional funding comes after news that 89% of franchise owners have not yet received PPP funding.
The emergence and rapid rise of COVID-19 has impacted brands across every segment, and franchisors must prepare for disruption or change in their business model while also deciding how to best protect and inform their franchise owners during these unprecedented times.
Franchise systems are facing unprecedented upheaval in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Franchisors are currently responding to a myriad of challenges confronting their franchise systems.
Communication styles have never been as important to our employees and customers during this unprecedented time.
The International Franchise Association (IFA) today released the results of a survey of franchise owners on the Paycheck Protection Program and Economic Injury Disaster Loan program. “These results show that small business owners need additional PPP funding as quickly as possible,” said Matt Haller, IFA Senior Vice President of Government Relations and Public Affairs.
The International Franchise Association (IFA) today released the results of a survey of franchise owners on the Paycheck Protection Program and Economic Injury Disaster Loan program. These results show that small business owners need additional PPP funding as quickly as possible, said Matt Haller, IFA Senior Vice President of Government Relations and Public Affairs.
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The International Franchise Association (IFA) President and CEO Robert Cresanti today sent the following note to IFA members regarding reports that the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan program has run out of funding