February Franchising World 2011 It’s hard to imagine an International Franchise Association Annual Convention with more professional, educational and networking wattage than last year’s 50 thcelebration. However, that would understate the reasons why the convention remains a power center each year: the IFA members. Yes, each year the convention provides prominent keynote speakers from government, […]
For immediate release Contact: Alisa Harrison, 202-628-8000 Matthew Haller, 202-662-0770 aharrison@franchise.org mhaller@franchise.org twitter.com/franchising411 WASHINGTON, Feb. 2, 2011—Former Congressman Charles J. Melancon has been named senior vice president of Government Relations & Public Policy for the International Franchise Association, IFA President & CEO Steve Caldeira announced today. “We are thrilled that Charlie Melancon will join IFA […]
For immediate release Contact: Alisa Harrison, 202-628-8000 Matthew Haller, 202-662-0770 aharrison@franchise.org mhaller@franchise.org twitter.com/franchising411 WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 2, 2011— The International Franchise Association, in anticipation of upcoming votes to repeal the health care law, today called on Senators to vote in favor of eliminating the job‐killing mandates and uncertainties for employers, particularly the onerous 1099 reporting […]
Franchising World January 2011 You’ve registered for the International Franchise Association’s premiere event, its Annual Convention in Las Vegas next February, or soon anticipate doing so. Experience or advice suggests that missing this event will result in you and your company being less prepared to reap future rewards and address challenges. A quick peek at […]
We’ve heard your requests, you want International Prospects to offer your Business Service or Franchise concept to, and now we are answering the call. The March issue of Franchising World ® specifically addresses doing business internationally, and will cover a variety of international topics including identifying the right international markets for your business, and tips […]
For immediate release Contact: Alisa Harrison, 202-628-8000 Matthew Haller, 202-662-0770 aharrison@franchise.org mhaller@franchise.org twitter.com/franchising411 WASHINGTON, Jan. 21, 2011—The International Franchise Association praised today’s decisionby the Food and Drug Administration to withdraw its draft guidance on menu-labeling regulations and its instructions to states and localities to hold off on enforcement of the regulations until a final federal […]
For immediate release Contact: Alisa Harrison, 202-628-8000 Matthew Haller, 202-662-0770 aharrison@franchise.org mhaller@franchise.org twitter.com/franchising411 WASHINGTON, Jan. 19, 2011—The International Franchise Association has filed an amicus brief before the Kentucky Supreme Court to clarify that a franchisor cannot be considered the employer of its franchisees’ workers for purposes of paying workers’ compensation in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. […]
For immediate release Contact: Alisa Harrison, 202-628-8000 Matthew Haller, 202-662-0770 aharrison@franchise.org mhaller@franchise.org twitter.com/franchising411 WASHINGTON, D.C., Jan. 17, 2011— The International Franchise Association today announced Wayne Weikel as Director of State Government Relations and Public Policy, as part of its continuing efforts to preserve and enhance the legislative and regulatory climate for the growth of franchising […]
January Franchising World 2011 By: John Rotche The first day of school. A first job interview. Your first International Franchise Association conference. The first time you hit a unit milestone–50, 100, 600 or more. Each of these firsts can be a truly daunting experience in its own right. But, in each case, what if someone […]
IFA Joins “Start Over” Coalition to Pass H.R. 2, repeal Health Care Law