The International Franchise Association (IFA) and the IFA Foundation, with support from a generous donation by DLA Piper, have created the Philip Zeidman Franchising Internship Program and Fund, an endowment to support and educate the next generation of leaders in international franchising.

The International Franchise Association (IFA) today recognized 97 individuals with its Franchisee of the Year Award, representing IFA member brands across all industries from communities around the country. The annual Franchisee of the Year award recognizes outstanding franchise establishment owner-operators, honored at the 63rd IFA Annual Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The International Franchise Association (IFA) today awarded its highest honors to six individuals for their contributions to the franchise business model, the growth of the sector, and service to their communities. These awards, given at the 63rd IFA Annual Convention in Las Vegas, are the highest level of accomplishment recognized by IFA.

New members represent franchisors and franchisees, diverse industries, will help lead the franchising sector’s only global trade association

During the IFA Annual Leadership Summit and Franchise Action Network Annual Meeting, recipients  were awarded for the impact their franchises have on their communities

The International Franchise Association (IFA) today announced the addition of two new members to its Board of Directors: Caroline Oyler, Chief Legal & Risk Officer at Papa John’s; and Luis San Miguel, President and CEO at Fresh Dining Concepts LLC.