IFA Files Friend of Court Brief Supporting Rhea Lana Riner against U.S. Department of Labor

WASHINGTON, Oct. 8, 2015 – The International Franchise Association has filed an amicus brief in support of IFA member and founder of a children’s consignment franchise, Rhea Lana Riner, who has been unfairly targeted by the Department of Labor (DOL). The DOL’s action also threatens other, similarly situated businesses. “The Obama administration has […]

Avoid Costly Penalties from Immigration-Related Employment Discrimination

The Obama Administration has steadily enhanced its enforcement of immigration-related employment discrimination, employers should pay close attention to these rules.

Strategies for Improving Communications

One of the hallmarks of a successful franchise organization is effective two-way communications between the franchisor and franchisees.  The concept is well-known but how do you achieve effective communications? 

Sen. Lamar Alexander and Rep. John Kline named as recipients of the 2015 IFA Legislator of the year award

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Matthew Haller, 202-662-0770 Jenna Weisbord, 202-662-0766 mhaller@franchise.org jweisbord@franchise.org @franchising411 Sen. Lamar Alexander and Rep. John Kline named as recipients of the 2015 IFA Legislator of the year award   WASHINGTON, Sept. 30, 2015— The International Franchise Association, the world’s largest […]

Former IFA Chairman Doc Cohen named 2015 IFA Franpac MVP at Franchi Action Network Annual Meeting

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Matthew Haller, 202-662-0770 Jenna Weisbord, 202-662-0766 mhaller@franchise.org jweisbord@franchise.org @franchising411 Former IFA Chairman Doc Cohen Named 2015 IFA Franpac MVP at Franchi Action Network Annual Meeting   WASHINGTON, Sept. 29, 2015—The International Franchise Association today announced Lawrence ‘Doc’ Cohen, former IFA […]

IFA Issues Statement in Response to Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Ruling In Seattle

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Matthew Haller, 202-662-0770 Jenna Weisbord, 202-662-0766 mhaller@franchise.org jweisbord@franchise.org @franchising411 IFA Issues Statement in Response to Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Ruling In Seattle WASHINGTON, D.C., Sept. 25, 2015 – The International Franchise Association, the world’s largest organization representing franchise owners, expressed disappointment following the decision […]

IFA Issues Statement in Response to Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Ruling In Seattle

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Matthew Haller, 202-662-0770 Jenna Weisbord, 202-662-0766 mhaller@franchise.org jweisbord@franchise.org @franchising411 IFA Issues Statement in Response to Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Ruling In Seattle WASHINGTON, D.C., Sept. 25, 2015 – The International Franchise Association, the world’s largest organization representing franchise owners, expressed disappointment following the decision […]

Retaining Workers in a Tight Labor Market: What It Means for Franchise Relations

It is incumbent upon franchisors to work with franchisees to pursue retention strategies that are right for their businesses and markets.

10 FAQs on Employee Handbooks

Before implementing a workplace restriction, review applicable federal, state, and local laws.

End the Tug of War: Ways Franchisors Can Establish a Better Bond with Franchisees

Franchise concepts come in all shapes and sizes. Some grow and succeed, some start and just drag slowly on, while others get moving and then fizzle. Just as there are a variety of concepts in the franchising business model, there are also a variety of reasons behind their success or demise.

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