For immediate release Contact:Alisa Harrison, 202-628-8000 aharrison@franchise.org www.twitter.com/franchising411 WASHINGTON, Jan. 21, 2010—The International Franchise Association today called on Congress to begin work on new legislation that will make health insurance more affordable for franchised small businesses. “Congress and the Administration have an opportunity to start over and get health care reform right,” stated IFA vice […]
For immediate release Contact:Alisa Harrison, 202-628-8000 aharrison@franchise.org www.twitter.com/franchising411 SAN ANTONIO, Feb. 8, 2010—Kenneth D. Walker, CFE, chairman & CEO of Driven Brands in Charlotte, N.C. is the 2010 Chairman of the International Franchise Association. Walker assumed the chairmanship at the conclusion of the IFA 50th Annual Convention here after serving several years in the leadership chairs […]
January 2010 Franchising World Introducing the International Franchise Association’s Leadership Building on the International Franchise Association’s foundation of 50 years of excellence in expanding business-format franchising, the 2010 board of directors will lead the association into the next half-century. The combined experience of these business-tested professionals will guide the association in its […]
For immediate release Contact: Alisa Harrison, 202-628-8000 aharrison@franchise.org www.twitter.com/franchising411 WASHINGTON, Jan. 14, 2009—The International Franchise Association urged President Obama to provide resources and programs to help aspiring entrepreneurs acquire the skills and experience to succeed in operating their own businesses. “Supporting programs to help develop franchise small business ownership will help entrepreneurs achieve their dream […]
For immediate release Contact: Alisa Harrison, 202-628-8000 aharrison@franchise.org www.twitter.com/franchising411 Four New U.S. Pavilions at Major International Franchise Expositions Planned in 2010 WASHINGTON, Jan. 13, 2010—The International Franchise Association and MFV Expositions today announced the two organizations will host U.S. franchise pavilions at top international franchise shows in 2010. “As the global economies begin to rebound […]
For immediate release Contact: Alisa Harrison, 202-628-8000 aharrison@franchise.org www.twitter.com/franchising411 Jan. 12, 2010—The International Franchise Association will officially launch Fran-Guard™, an expanded franchise sales management and compliance program to help IFA members reduce risks, manage growth and build stronger, healthier franchise systems, during the IFA 50th Annual Convention in San Antonio, Feb. 5-8. Fran-Guard™ is designed […]
For immediate release Contact: Alisa Harrison, 202-628-8000 aharrison@franchise.org www.twitter.com/franchising411 Access to Credit for Franchise Businesses Remains Top Issue in 2010 WASHINGTON, Jan. 8, 2010—Small Business Administration (SBA) Administrator Karen G. Mills will address members of the International Franchise Association during its 50th Annual Convention in San Antonio Feb. 5-8, IFA announced today. “We are pleased […]
December 2009 Franchising World IFA urges Congress to take the next step and pass the legislation. On Oct. 21, the International Franchise Association welcomed President Obama’s support to increase U.S. Small Business Administration loan limits from $2 million to $5 million, which, if passed, would pave the way for more franchise businesses to help […]
For immediate release Contact: Alisa Harrison, 202-628-8000 aharrison@franchise.org www.twitter.com/franchising411 WASHINGTON, Dec. 10, 2009—The International Franchise Association today released a support letter signed by 55 other business trade groups calling for swift action by Congress on legislation to increase access to credit for small businesses. Many of these provisions were among the measures suggested this week […]
November 2009 Franchising World Celebrating a milestone—a 50th anniversary—assures a particularly significant and memorable IFA Annual Convention. By Laura Fenwick All eyes are on your event, especially when it marks a major milestone in the organization. The wedding of preparation and execution produces expectation and then congratulations from those attending the event. […]