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Interested in Franchising? Here's Why You Can't Afford to Miss the 2025 IFA World Franchise Show.
Franchise buyers, multi-unit operators and growth-minded entrepreneurs will gather in Miami this May. Here's why this event should be on your radar.
5 Essential Takeaways From the 2025 International Franchise Association Convention
As a first-time attendee, I quickly realized that success at IFA depends on preparation, participation and a willingness to engage.
How the IFA Plans to Strengthen the $800 Billion Franchise Industry in 2025
Joint employer standards, tax policies and franchise transparency are among the IFA's top priorities this year.
After 4 Challenging Years, Here Are 3 Ways the Incoming Trump Administration Can Revitalize Franchising
The President of the International Franchise Association explains 3 ways the incoming Trump Administration can revive the franchise model.
International Franchise Association Pushes Back on Franchise Regulation
The IFA has formally called on the Federal Trade Commission to shift its focus away from increased regulation of the franchise business model, arguing that the commission's recent actions exceed its authority.
The International Franchise Association Tops the 2024 Trade Association Rankings — Here's What It's Doing Right
The findings are part of APCO's 10th annual TradeMarks study, which surveyed over 330 congressional staffers, government officials and business leaders last summer.
Inflation Threatens 87% of Franchisees — Here Are the Ways They're Fighting Back
From soaring labor costs to escalating supply prices, franchise owners are facing significant economic challenges, mostly due to inflation.
5 Ways Kamala Harris Can Support the Franchise Community, According to Two Industry Leaders
The CEO of the International Franchise Association and the world's largest franchise operator outline five things the vice president can do to support the franchise industry.
In a 'Landmark Victory' for Franchises, NLRB Drops Expanded Joint Employer Appeal — Here's What it Means for Businesses
The attempt to implement the expanded Joint Employer Rule is "finally finished" in a win for the IFA-led coalition and for franchises across the U.S.
Four Takeaways for the Franchise Industry From My Time at the Republican National Convention
Matt Haller, President and CEO of the IFA, says the stakes are high for franchisors and franchisees in the upcoming presidential election.
7 Ways The Expanded Joint Employer Rule Would Hurt Franchises — And Your Wallet
Increased liability, higher compliance costs, reduced autonomy, and potential economic ripple effects are just a few ways franchises could be impacted if the rule resurfaces.
One State's Bipartisan Bill Will Change the Franchise Industry — And Boost Responsible Franchising
The legislation aims to make franchise relationships stronger by giving potential franchisees more information.
For Small Business Week, President Biden Sided With Labor Bosses Over More Than 5,300 Franchise Owners
With the president's veto of a bipartisan Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution that would have overturned the expansion of the joint employer rule, the Biden Administration showed that it cares more about special interests than small business owners.
'Not What Anybody Signed Up For': A Legal Expert Weighs In on the Labor Rule That Could Destroy Franchising
'Entrepreneur' spoke to labor attorney Jim Paretti to unravel the status of each of the legal challenges to the expanded Joint Employer Rule — and find out what comes next.
The IFA Just Released Guidelines to Combat an Industry-Wide Problem. Here's What it Means For Businesses.
The guidelines, part of the responsible franchising initiative, are aimed at strengthening and expanding the franchise industry and franchising model via increased transparency.