FranBlog

By and For the Franchise Community

Our FranBlog includes the best of franchise success stories from around the world. These personal accounts help you learn directly from the collective experiences of IFA’s franchise community.

Choose from a list of topics and read personal stories of challenge and success. Pick up helpful tips on franchising. Get marketing ideas for small business. Explore and discover the franchise community from within the franchise community.

Diversity In Optical Industry Leads to New Opportunities for Women and Minorities

Pearle Vision's Vice President of Operations Services, Kathleen Steele, emphasizes the shift in franchise operations that has led to an increase of millennials and women in the workplace.

October 24, 2019

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Expansion Into Canada: A Franchisee’s Perspective

City Wide's first Canadian franchisee, Mark McGregor, gives his best tips for being the first franchisee in an international territory.

October 17, 2019

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The Importance of Fitness Franchisees

James Williams, CEO of Mayweather Boxing + Fitness tells us the franchise looks for in its franchisees and why the brand has such a powerful legacy to carry.

October 11, 2019

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Franchising Gives Back: Freddy's Raises Money For Kids In Need Foundation

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers donated money to the Kids In Need Foundation to help provide school supplies and more.

October 10, 2019

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South Florida Franchises Team Up To Get Recovery Supplies To The Bahamas

Brightly Insurance franchisee Josh Hite details what it was like to aid in disaster relief with other franchises during Hurricane Dorian.

October 07, 2019

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National Coffee Day 2019

The best deals at IFA member franchises for National Coffee Day 2019.

September 27, 2019

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