Benjamin Franklin: Father of Franchising?

His resume is impressive. While he is most known for his role in founding the United States, launching more than five inventions, serving as a diplomat during the American Revolution, scientific discoveries, writings and much more, his role as an entrepreneurial printer earns him yet another landmark in the history books.

IFA 2016 Convention Resources

Information about the 2016 IFA Annual Convention.

IFA 2017 Convention Resources

Information and sessions from the 2017 IFA Annual Convention.

IFA 2018 Convention Resources

Information about the IFA 2018 Annual Convention.

Scoring a Touchdown With Franchise Investors

Gaining a cash infusion from experienced, resourceful investors who believe in your mission, and partnering with like-minded franchisees, can be an unbeatable combination to take your brand to the next franchising level.

Developing Your Plan and Considering Its Impact

A successful market development plan should mean more units opened, more profits, and happiness for everyone. Working with others to develop proactive communications and satisfactory economic, intangible and relationship issues should help grow your

Four Tips to Maximize Profitability at Emerging Brands

Strengthen your franchise from the inside out and soon, the big guys will be coming to you for advice.

(Lack of) Speed Kills: Maximizing the Value of Your Leads

Many franchisors operate under the assumption that they can afford to wait to contact their leads, but even the most qualified prospect is less likely to become your next franchisee the longer you delay.

Sorting Through the Myths: Tips on Franchise Development

A great franchise concept represented by empowered development people to quality prospects who like the real-life opportunity, and train well to execute it, will result in a fantastic success story.

How to Gain Employee Buy-In for the Mission

Franchising’s high-achieving franchisees share views on key topics.

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