Franchisee Friday, Mitch Cohen, Jersey Mike’s Subs

By Greg Cory

Headquartered in Manasquan, NJ Jersey Mike’s Subs has been in business since 1956 and franchising for almost 30 years. Mitch Cohen is a mult-unit, multi-brand franchisee who has found success in working with companies as he puts it “that share our co

Franchisee Friday, Tracy Panase, Just Between Friends

By Greg Cory

One of the many benefits of franchising is the ability to pursue one’s personal interests while growing a successful business. This week’s Franchisee Friday, Tracy Panase, a Just Between Friends franchisee told IFA why she joined the franchise model

Texas Lawmakers Highlight Work Ahead on Joint Employer

By Greg Cory

A primary topic of discussion at #IFA2016 has been the franchise industry’s response to attempts by U.S. federal regulators to impose a new definition of “joint employer” on the nation’s small business owners and upend the franchise business model. At the Opening General Session on Sunday, convention attendees were welcomed by two Texas lawmakers who have been champions for the franchise industry in Congress: Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-Texas) and Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas).

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