Franchising World February 2011 By: Brian Spindel, CFE At the Annual Convention, Feb. 13-16, in Las Vegas, the International Franchise Association will introduce OnTrack–Performance Benchmarking for Franchisors, a Web-based benchmarking tool for IFA members. As chairman of the IFA Benchmarking Task Force, I am excited to see months of work by my colleagues on the […]
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. 16, 2011―Lynette McKee, CFE, senior vice president and chief development officer for Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc. was honored today by the International Franchise Association as the Bonny LeVine Award recipient during its 51st Annual Convention, conducted in Las […]
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. 16, 2011- iFranchise Group Senior Advisor Leonard Swartz, CFE, was presented the IFA Educational Foundation’s highest honor, the William Rosenberg Leadership Award, during the International Franchise Association’s 51st Annual Convention in Las Vegas. Swartz was instrumental in shaping […]
For immediate release Contact : Alisa Harrison, 202-628-8000 Matthew Haller, 202-662-0770 aharrison@franchise.org mhaller@franchise.org twitter.com/franchising411 LAS VEGAS, Feb. 16, 2011—John “Jack” Earle, managing partner of Earle Enterprises LP and franchisee of McDonald’s restaurants in Southeastern Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey, will serve as the 2011 chairman of the International Franchise Association. Earle assumed the chairmanship […]
As a proud member of the VetFranProgram, yourecognize the importance of the thisprogram to the United States Veteran. April’s issue of Franchising World magazine, will be our second issue dedicated to IFA’s VetFranprogram. Several topics will be specifically geared towards Veterans who are transitioning into the private sector. April’s Franchising World is an excellent vehicle […]
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 […]