Mexican food is America’s second most-popular cuisine, and Mexican food franchises are poised as a hot investment for the second half of 2022. 



According to Technavio, the Mexican food market is set to grow by USD $113.85 billion through 2026, at a CAGR of 6.7 percent 2026. A majority of the market’s growth (58 percent) will originate from North America. The key market drivers for this growth are attributed to the increasing popularity of Mexican cuisine among consumers, especially among younger generations such as millennials. 

With summer in full swing, families are hitting the beaches, swimming pools, and other outdoor water-related activities, making fitness franchises a hot investment as Americans look to get in their ‘summer bod’ shape. And nowhere is that trend hotter than California fitness franchises. 

According to Forbes, Pennsylvania has the sixth biggest state economy in the U.S. at USD $815 billion and is home to nearly 50 of the 1,000 highest revenue U.S. companies. This strong business climate and diverse economy makes Pennsylvania franchises a great investment, and the International Franchise Association (IFA)’s Open for Opportunity roadshow is heading to Philadelphia to generate more awareness among Pennsylvanians of the success of the franchise business model and help them take control of their own financial independence.

I’m writing to you today on the heels of Open for Opportunity Miami—an incredible road show event focused on workforce development and diversity, equity, and inclusion in South Florida hosted by Restaurant Brands International. What follows is a detailed recap of how the International Franchise Association and members like you helped decisionmakers and opinion leaders understand firsthand the value and opportunity of franchising. I’ve already spoken with many of you about getting involved in Open for Opportunity. If you are on the fence, I trust the story that follows will push you over the edge. If we haven’t yet spoken, I hope you raise your hand and are willing to learn more and get involved.    

The International Franchise Association’s IFA’s 2022 Annual Convention – franchising’s biggest event for business and personal entrepreneurial growth – is right around the corner! Featuring informative speaker sessions, networking opportunities and more, this year’s convention will be held in San Diego, California from February 25th to March 1st. Among the sponsors attending are some of the top marketing resources for franchises, and we’re giving them a deeper dive in this week’s post.

Offices need cleaning, and those fortunate enough to have owned a commercial cleaning business over the past two years have experienced unprecedented growth and financial stability.  For some people, starting a business or becoming an entrepreneur has shifted from wish to necessity. For others, the trials and tribulations of this year have been enlightening and shown them that there is a better, stronger, and smarter career path available. 

But what exactly is a franchise, and what makes franchising so successful? A franchise is a local business that licenses the branding and operational processes of a parent company but operates independently in a defined geographic market. The local owner, or franchisee, is responsible for hiring staff, organizing schedules, managing payroll, and all daily operational tasks as well as local sales and marketing. 

A new poll from Prudential, entitled the “Pulse of the American Worker Survey”, and a recent report from Microsoft, “The Next Great Disruption is Hybrid Work—Are We Ready?” both paint a bleak picture for the management of North American companies. To put it bluntly, the workforce isn’t interested in coming back to their old jobs. This sentiment, revealed in a growing number of articles, surveys, polls and online forums, has coalesced into a mantra, The Great Resignation.

With pet ownership skyrocketing during the pandemic, these six retail pet store franchises are looking like a great business opportunity.

COVID-19’s impact on the restaurant industry has actually been a boom for some franchises. Thanks to a business model that was already heavily focused on delivery and continuing demand for quick and easy comfort food, you’re probably seeing many more pizza deliveries in your neighborhood than ever before.