In issuing a narrowly tailored final rule, Commission scales back original one-size-fits-all approach that failed to consider adverse economic impact to franchised businesses across industries, reflects concerns raised by IFA in comments and testimony during rulemaking process

WASHINGTON – With the franchise model facing unprecedented regulatory challenges at the federal and state level, the International Franchise Association (IFA) announced on November 1, 2023 the formation of the “IFA Law Center.” The Law Center will add litigation to IFA’s existing government relations, public policy, media relations and educational programs that advocate for the protection, […]

Senate voted against nomination of NLRB Chair Lauren McFerran, architect of anti-franchising joint employer rule, to serve an additional five-year term

At IFA, Responsible Franchising is our North Star. We’ve made it our mission to help provide the resources, governance, and support to ensure that franchisors and franchisees – and the suppliers that support along the way — can come together to create long-lasting, sustainable progress that better serves their customers and everyone in their system. We’re fortunate to have incredible champions among our members to point to, learn from, and emulate these five principles of Responsible Franchising every day — not because they must but because it’s the right thing to do and ultimately leads to better outcomes for everyone involved.

The Franchise Ascension Initiative — working to bridge the wealth gap through diversity in franchising — is getting written up in Forbes, Savoy, and Black Enterprise. The program’s mission is clear: empower underrepresented voices in franchising and help people build success.

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IFA Legal Symposium Roundtables are carefully planned to address the challenges and innovations of the moment. There are 36 dynamic roundtable discussions on the agenda, and each session is an opportunity to engage, learn, and shape the future of franchising law.

Mosquito Squad Owners Bailey and Brandon Robertson Know How to Get the Job Done

The report highlights the ongoing labor challenges encountered by franchise businesses. Concerns of inflation has faded for the businesses, but the cost of borrowing and the slowdown in consumer demand has started to challenge franchises. Significantly, there is a notable increase in budget allocations for technology, innovation, and marketing as well as training and development, crucial for the success of franchise systems.



As new joint employment standards loom, franchisors are highly concerned if they have to increase control or reduce support to their franchisees.



The survey reflects a diverse respondent pool, encompassing 215 brands from 26 different industries with franchise units ranging from less than 10 to over 12,000. Executives from private family-owned systems to platform companies and publicly listed firms contribute to the varied perspectives presented in this report.

Three Friends Leverage Military Background in Pet Waste Franchise