The International Franchise Association (IFA) today released a series of new policy recommendations for franchisors, franchisees, and suppliers to strengthen the franchise model and improve outcomes in franchising. The recommendations stem from the findings of a year-long working group comprised of IFA members seeking improvements to the disclosure process before a franchise is sold, established as part of IFA’s long-standing commitment to promoting responsible franchising.
Husband-and-Wife Team Bringing Iconic Sandwich Brand to Central Oregon
Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services is pleased to announce the appointment of Doug Phillip as its chief executive officer. Phillip, who now assumes the day-to-day leadership of the company, has over 30 years’ experience in national and global franchise business.
The International Franchise Association (IFA) today released the following statement in response to President Joe Biden’s veto of H.J. Res. 98, the Congressional Review Act resolution to overturn the National Labor Relations Board’s expanded joint employer rule. The veto, which took place during National Small Business Week, comes after 5,300 franchise community leaders from all 50 states sent a petition to the White House last month urging President Biden to sign the legislation to protect small businesses.
The International Franchise Association (IFA) today endorsed U.S. Sen. Mike Braun (R-IN) for Indiana Governor and U.S. Rep. Jim Banks (R-IN-03) for U.S. Senate ahead of next week’s primary elections in Indiana. Named a “Friend of Franchising,” IFA endorsed the candidates for their leadership on pro-business policies supporting America’s locally owned franchise small businesses.
Leading Pet Retailers Launch Nationwide Initiative to Promote and Enhance Pet Adoptions