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Every year, the International Franchise Association publishes a comprehensive report highlighting the economic impact franchising has on the US economy. Our data for 2017 showed that there are 733,000 franchise establishments that support nearly 7.6
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jenna Weisbord, 310-995-0839 jweisbord@franchise.org @franchising411 California Adopts Ill-Advised, Overly Broad Standard for Employment WASHINGTON, May 3—International Franchise Association Senior Vice Pres
Our #FranchiseeFriday is Scott Belden – Business Broker of Murphy Business & Financial Corporation! He said, “Purchasing a franchise has allowed me to jump start my business. Following the franchise model has set me up for success.” For info about
Bringing a celebrity into your franchise is not always an instant winner. By Chef Robert Irvine Where does an iconic fitness brand find a celebrity chef who wants to become a franchise partner? It’s no big secret. They find each other… a
In Memoriam: Karen Spencer On April 12, Karen Spencer, a loyal and committed IFA member, friend, mentor and inspiration to so many in the franchise community, passed away following a seven-and-a-half-year battle with breast cancer. Karen prou
Franchises that want to be in front of customers and build a positive customer experience should make online review management a primary marketing strategy.
Our #FranchiseeFriday is Shirley Peterson of CMIT Solutions of Fort Worth Downtown! She said she loves franchising because she “feels the support of the corporate office to elevate my technology business to a higher level.” For more about franchisin
Being an entrepreneur is hard work, and many people are afraid to take the leap. However, the rewards of building a successful company can be enormous—here are 10 reasons why starting a home-based business is a great idea. 1. Flexible Work Schedul