The International Franchise Association (IFA) today released the following statement after the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued its final rule on Unfair and Deceptive Fees, commonly known as the Junk Fee Rule.

IFA and Fortem International today announced that over 100 brands have already committed to the new IFA World Franchise Show, a first-of-its-kind event created to revolutionize franchise exhibitions. Nine weeks ahead of the show™s launch in Miami, the diverse array of participating brands highlights the show™s ability to cater to various industries and markets, bolstering its status as a must-attend event for franchisors looking to expand their reach and influence. The show will take place May 9-10, 2025, at the Miami Beach Convention Center.

Today, the International Franchise Association (IFA) issued the following statement after the U.S. Senate rejected the nomination of Lauren McFerran, chair of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), for a third five-year term in a bipartisan 49-50 vote.

Franchisees and franchisors welcome a new approach and change of direction from overreach of current leadership; IFA pledges to work constructively with the Commission to modernize the Franchise Rule to promote responsible franchising practices

Today, the International Franchise Association (IFA) issued the following statement in response to the planned U.S. Senate vote this week to extend the nomination of Lauren McFerran, chair of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), for a third five-year term:

Urges Chavez-DeRemer to denounce job-killing PRO Act and support a joint employer standard that will protect the franchise model and provide much-needed stability after four years of uncertainty and hostile policies

Board would have power to issue sweeping new regulations on a wide range of businesses, harming the franchise small business community and all those who benefit from it

Award recognizes an outstanding brand with less than 10 years in franchising at annual Emerging Franchisor Conference

Ruling follows IFA and business group coalition challenge