By Greg Cory
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.
By Greg Cory
While navigating the uncertain landscape of growing a business in the midst of a pandemic, Jenny also became increasingly aware of the need to create and support a more diverse, equitable and inclusive society where all people could pursue opportunity and all children could see a potential future in a STEM field.
By Greg Cory
June may be Women’s History Month, but the International Franchise Association works year-round to support women entrepreneurs through our Women’s Franchise Network. This network, led by the Women’s Franchise Committee, was created to foster local networks and develop relationships with female franchising professionals so that they can discuss common issues, share ideas and offer solutions to the unique challenges that come from being a woman in business.
By Greg Cory
The Open for Opportunity Roadshow visits the Mid-Atlantic to celebrate its vibrant local franchise opportunities and the community’s impact on business owners’ diversity, equity and inclusion
By Greg Cory
The International Franchise Association (IFA) recently held Open For Opportunity Roadshows in Denver, Colorado and Dallas, Texas. The franchise events were held in partnership with the Denver Franchise Business Network, and was hosted by Denver-based law firm Polsinelli.
By Greg Cory
The IFA Education team launched the Inaugural CFE Quarterly Connect last week with around 80 participants from within Certified Franchise Executive™ (CFE) program. Focused on virtual networking, the first CFE Quarterly Connect, provided in a live, virtual format, during which Sandie Curtis, VP, Education, and Brittney Cosby, Certification Programs Manager, provided updates on the CFE program refresh project, an overview of the TopClass Learning Management System (LMS), upcoming CFE credited events and CFE learning partner programs.
By Greg Cory
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.
By Greg Cory
Following a successful trip to South Florida, the Open for Opportunity roadshow headed to metro Atlanta, the franchising capital of the U.S., where more brands are headquartered than any other U.S. city. With three full days of meetings with lawmakers, the business community, IFA members, and numerous tours with local franchise owners, the impact of the franchising sector and the opportunities it provides for diverse individuals, communities, and the broader economy were on full display
By Greg Cory
2021 was an economic bounce back year for franchises despite the negative impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on businesses in 2020, setting the stage for some very positive franchise industry outlooks in 2022 (link to previous blog). In this post, we’re going to review what factors made 2021 a turnaround year for franchises and look at some of the data highlighted in The International Franchise Association (IFA)’s recently released 2022 Franchising Economic Outlook.
By Greg Cory
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.