Franchise trademarks: Is it time to revisit your intellectual property cornerstones? By Mike Drumm, CFE Imagine you are going to an auction and can only bid on one of two items. Auction One is for the rights to make a hamburger with two be
Newest member of IFA Hall of Fame represents the true power of franchising. By Phil Rose In 1969, when 11-year-old Tariq Farid left his native Pakistan for a new life in the United States, his family may not have dreamed of the succes
People Edible International has appointed Christian Nahas as President of Edible Brands. He was most recently Senior Vice President of Capegemini. Home Franchise Concepts has hired Adele Nasr to a newly created position of Vice Presi
Impatient with too many children leaving foster care without a family, Wendy’s founder Dave Thomas started his Foundation for Adoption in 1992. The Foundation recently appointed a new Chair, Mary Schell, to a role that fits her passion for community
For Firehouse Subs founders, giving back is the way they like to do business. Since its inception, the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation has provided more than $29 million for lifesaving equipment to first responders. By Robin Sorensen
Marriott International’s Liam Brown officially becomes IFA Chair on Tuesday at the end of IFA 2018. Brown is President, North America for Select & Extended Stay Lodging & Owner Franchise Services at Marriott. Brown recently shared his views with Fran
IFA’s 2018 Annual Convention offers the chance to establish new business contacts and strengthen existing partnerships. By Robert Cresanti, CFE Heading into the 2018 IFA Annual Convention, which takes place Feb. 10-13 in Phoenix, Ariz
The biggest gathering of the year in franchising, IFA’s 2018 Annual Convention takes place Feb. 10-13 in Phoenix, Ariz. With a theme of “Together, We Are Franchising,” the event will provide ample opportunities to improve your business.
Current opportunities in the fitness space make franchising an interesting option for those who make a healthy, active lifestyle a priority. Market conditions, consumer trends and opportunities for additional revenue streams are helping attract inves