With the Philippines increasingly becoming a consumption-led and service-oriented economy, the franchise model is a powerful tool for local development.

Monterrey, Mexico has been described as the most Americanized city outside the US.  

Trade Mission participants gathered at the US Embassy in Mexico City.

Negotiating can be complex, challenging and demands careful thought and patience.

Careful pre-planning reaps numerous benefits.

To align your brand with veterans for the long term, you must make a cultural shift to become a veteran-committed company.

The journey may be discouraging and frustrating at times, but persevere and your brand will soon surround the globe.

Too many franchise companies ignore hidden risks when traveling abroad.

The SEIU is organizing people around the theme of  “income inequality,” which the union is using to help build its numbers, increase political power and justify getting involved in minimum wage increases throughout communities, cities and states across the country.

Before starting your outreach campaign, understand your target audience.