The International Franchise Association (IFA) today released the following statement urging a “no vote” in the U.S. Senate on the nomination of David Weil to serve as Administrator of the Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division.
The International Franchise Association (IFA) announces its support for the Employee Rights Act of 2022, which was introduced today in the U.S. Senate by U.S. Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC). The legislation serves to protect and provide stability to American workers and encourage small business ownership, including franchises.
At a hearing today before the U.S. Small Business Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, Leanne Stapf, testifying on behalf of the International Franchise Association (IFA), highlighted the value of franchising and the ways the business model is helping lead the economic recovery. The hearing, “An Overview of the Industry, SBA’s Role, and Legislative Proposals,” covered the state of franchising and various proposals to that could be damaging to the franchise business model. Stapf is Chief Operating Officer of The Cleaning Authority and franchise owner of a location in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
At this week’s Open for Opportunity roadshow stop in South Florida, the International Franchise Association (IFA) and the IFA Foundation launched the Hispanic Latino Franchise Leadership Council, a new network for Hispanic franchise leaders from all across the country, and announced Au Bon Pain President Ericka Garza as the Council’s chair.
We have compiled resources for our IFA community to give to those who need it most and where it will have the greatest impact. There are many options available to you from U.S. and international non-governmental organizations (NGO) already doing work in Ukraine and the surrounding regions. While this time continues to be uncertain, we want to do everything we can to help the Ukrainians and all those in harm’s way.
The International Franchise Association (IFA) today recognized five individuals for their significant contributions to franchising at its 62nd Annual Convention in San Diego. These awards are the highest level of accomplishment recognized by IFA, given to individuals who have contributed the most to the franchise business model, the growth of the sector, and service to their communities.
The International Franchise Association (IFA) and the IFA Foundation today announced reinvigorated efforts and new partnerships to engage with members of the military and encourage veteran entrepreneurship. The Association’s 62nd Annual Convention taking place Feb. 26 – March 1, 2022, will highlight the unique and valuable opportunities for former military service members and their families.
The International Franchise Association (IFA) today kicked off its 62nd Annual Convention in San Diego, CA, running through March 1. The meeting is the premier event for the franchising sector, gathering thousands of franchisors, franchisees, and suppliers in-person for the first time in two years.
The 2022 digital edition archives for IFA’s Franchising World magazine.