Member Press Releases - International Franchise Association

OVER 27,000 FAMILIES COMMIT TO WATER SAFETY THIS SUMMER WITH THE GOLDFISH SWIM SCHOOL SAFER SWIMMER PLEDGE, RAISING $30,000 FOR UNDERSERVED KIDS

New pledge participation record set as Goldfish Swim School swimmers prepare to participate in the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson on June 20th; brand continues to raise awareness for water safety following CDC report of rise in drownings

CANNOLI KITCHEN PIZZA ANNOUNCES FIRST EIGHT FRANCHISE DEVELOPMENTS

WEST PALM BEACH, FL (June 13, 2024) – Cannoli Kitchen Pizza™, the growing pizzeria brand known for fresh Italian favorites made with authentic recipes, announces its first eight franchise developments which includes several locations throughout Florida in Boca Raton, Coral Springs, Coconut Creek, Fort Lauderdale, and Orlando, as well as locations in Alabama, Michigan and Georgia.

Proforma Welcomes Industry Veteran Lona Carson of Mixed Promotions to its Expanding Network

TAMPA, FLA. (June 18, 2024) – Proforma, the $650 million technology and business success leader, proudly announces the latest addition to its growing network of Distributor Owners, Lona Carson, Owner and CEO of Mixed Promotions.

Marco’s Pizza Heats Up Summer with NEW Fiery Flavors Menu

Marco’s Fiery Flavors line-up features seven new menu items to spice up any occasion

Ascent Hospitality Management Names Louis DiPietro as General Counsel

Ascent Hospitality Management (“Ascent”), franchisor to leading family dining brands Huddle House and Perkins Restaurant & Bakery, announced today that it has hired Louis DiPietro as Executive Vice President and General Counsel and Corporate Secretary.

Wanda Hoegren named VP of Operations for Gotcha Covered

Five Star Franchising hires experienced franchise leader to oversee day-to-day operations for the fast-growing custom window treatment brand

IFA Files Comments on Proposed Franchise Broker Regulations

The International Franchise Association (IFA) today submitted comments to the North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA) in support of its proposed “Franchise Broker Act,” a model for state legislatures which would provide registration and disclosure requirements for third-party franchise sellers and their representatives. In the comments, IFA applauds NASAA’s efforts to establish greater transparency in the franchise sales process, while suggesting amendments to the proposal to provide clarity and practical application of registration and disclosure requirements.