Q&A with Smoothie “Queen” Fern Carty Dawkins

IFA’s Diversity Institute would like to introduce you to Fern Carty Dawkins, a multi-unit Smoothie King franchisee. She discusses her transition to franchising, mentorship and work-life balance in this exclusive Franchising World Q&A.

Q&A with Smoothie “Queen” Fern Carty Dawkins

IFA’s Diversity Institute would like to introduce you to Fern Carty Dawkins, a multi-unit Smoothie King franchisee. She discusses her transition to franchising, mentorship and work-life balance in this exclusive Franchising World Q&A.

Franchisee Friday: Window Genie

It’s fitting that Ron Kuhn owns a Window Genie in Grand Rapis, MI, because the way he runs a business is magical Happy #FranchiseeFriday Ron!



With over 120 franchised units, Window Genie has been franchising since 1998. To learn more about Window

Franchisee Friday: Office Pride

This #FranchiseeFriday goes out to Julie Hirschauer – franchise owner, area developer, and rock star of Office Pride Commercial Cleaning and Floor Care Service in Indianapolis!



With 130 franchised units, Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services h

Looking Toward the Future: U.S. Expansion Has Its Challenges

A NextGen in Franchising Global Competition social franchise winner offers advice to international concepts looking toward expansion into the United States.

How to Gain Employee Buy-In for the Mission

Franchising’s high-achieving franchisees share views on key topics.

Are You Aware of Upcoming FASB Revenue Reporting Requirements?

IFA continues to work with key stakeholders ahead of approaching deadlines for public and private companies.

IFA Pushes for Tax Reform that Supports America™s Small Businesses

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jenna Weisbord, 202-662-0766 jweisbord@franchise.org @franchising411 IFA Pushes for Tax Reform that Supports America’s Small Businesses WASHINGTON, July 18—International Franchise Association, the world’s largest organization representing franchise owners, submitted recommendations for tax reform to Senate Finance Committee Chairman Orrin Hatch encouraging lawmakers to pursue tax reform […]

Ferenz Feher and the Social Values of Franchising

Ferenz Feher has been in franchising for more than 25 years and there is still much work to be done. In a long-ranging discussion with Franchising World, Feher discusses his values as an entrepreneur, the difference between social franchising and philanthropy, the rise of franchising in Mexico and the effects of immigration politics in the United States.

The Role of the IFA Women’s Franchise Committee in Franchising

With 20 chapters throughout the country, the committee inspires female sector leaders to share wisdom and leadership with female franchisees, franchisors and suppliers throughout the year.


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