Learn what members of the International Franchise Association Board of Directors have to say about the state of franchising. Franchising World January 2012 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Jon L. Luther Chairman, Dunkin’ Brands IFA 2012 Chairman The most significant challenge facing franchise today is the potential impact of political/policy decisions. While the political arena may act […]
The premiere event of the franchise industry will feature well-known captains of industry with insights to help your franchise grow, as well as numerous educational and networking sessions. Franchising World January 2012 By: Laura Fenwick Each year the International Franchise Association hosts its Annual Convention that brings together franchise industry leaders and a […]
This year’s scholarship recipients are high achievers and goal oriented. Franchising World February 2012 By: Mariam L. Brewer Whether you call them “Generation Y”, “Echo Boomers” or “Millennials,” this year’s scholarship awardees are sure to make their mark in the world. According to Brue Tulgan of RainmakerThinking, the following characteristics are attributed to […]
Franchise executives discuss innovative solutions to today’s business challenges. Franchising World January 2012 By: Matt Haller Franchise business executives and multi-unit franchisees from across the spectrum of the industry gathered Nov. 16-18 in Miami, Fla., for the International Franchise Association’s Franchise Executive Leadership Conference. The three-day conference included speakers and networking sessions geared […]
The group’s message that “franchising creates jobs” was well received by legislators. Franchising World January 2012 By: Wayne Weikel In November, International Franchise Association Chairman Jack Earle (a McDonald’s multi-unit franchisee) led a delegation of IFA members to meet with lawmakers in Puerto Rico to discuss the role franchising plays in the local economy […]
Franchising World January 2012 By: Beth Solomon International Franchise Association members answered a call from U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton on Nov. 15 to join an unprecedented Tunisia Partnerships Forum bringing together investors, entrepreneurs, philanthropists and franchise leaders to spur economic development in the nation that launched the so-called Arab Spring. Johnny Rockets […]
U.S. Department of Commerce recognizes IFA’s efforts to help franchise companies grow in foreign markets. Franchising World January 2012 By: Matt Haller The International Franchise Association has received the Peace through Commerce Award from the International Trade Administration and the U.S. Department of Commerce, recognizing IFA’s work to help U.S. franchisors expand their […]
For immediate release Contact: Alisa Harrison, 202-628-8000 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 202-628-8000 end_of_the_skype_highlighting Matthew Haller, 202-662-0770 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 202-662-0770 end_of_the_skype_highlighting aharrison@franchise.org mhaller@franchise.org twitter.com/franchising411 ORLANDO, Feb. 13, 2012—One hundred thirty-four franchise executives today achieved Certified Franchise Executive designation during the International Franchise Association’s 52 ndAnnual Convention. “I received my CFE […]
For immediate release Contact: Alisa Harrison, 202-628-8000 Matthew Haller, 202-662-0770 aharrison@franchise.org mhaller@franchise.org twitter.com/franchising411 ORLANDO, Feb. 14—Jon L. Luther, chairman of Dunkin’ Brands and chairman of Arby’s Inc., will serve as the 2012 chairman of the International Franchise Association. Luther assumed the chairmanship at the conclusion of the IFA 52nd Annual Convention after serving several […]
For immediate release Contact: Alisa Harrison, 202-628-8000 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 202-628-8000 end_of_the_skype_highlighting Matthew Haller, 202-662-0770 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 202-662-0770 end_of_the_skype_highlighting aharrison@franchise.org mhaller@franchise.org twitter.com/franchising411 ORLANDO, Feb. 12, 2012―Former International Franchise Association Chairman James H. Amos Jr., CFE, and Tasti D-Lite LLC chairman and chief executive officer, was named today to the […]