IFA Endorses David Ostrowe for Oklahoma Lieutenant Governor

The International Franchise Association (IFA) today endorsed David Ostrowe, a multi-unit, multi-brand franchisee and an IFA Board Member, in his candidacy for Oklahoma Lieutenant Governor. Ostrowe is currently serving as Chief Operating Officer for the State of Oklahoma.

“David Ostrowe brings decades of leadership in franchising and public service, as well as a unique understanding of the intersection of business and government, which will serve the state well,” said Michael Layman, IFA Chief Advocacy Officer. “David’s leadership will ensure franchises have a place to thrive, providing Oklahomans with meaningful careers, entrepreneurs the opportunity to pursue their dreams, and a brighter future to Main Street.”

Ostrowe has been in franchising for over two decades as a multi-unit franchisee with several quick-service restaurant brands. In addition to his role on the IFA Board of Directors, he also served as Chair of Franchise Update Media’s Multi-Unit Franchising Conference Advisory Board in 2025. Ostrowe’s time in business follows service in the U.S. Navy as an aviator, in which he served two combat tours.

Celebrating over 60 years of excellence, education, and advocacy, the International Franchise Association (IFA) is the world’s oldest and largest organization representing franchising worldwide. IFA works through its government relations and public policy, media relations, and educational programs to protect, enhance and promote franchising and the more than 832,000 franchise establishments that support nearly 8.8 million direct jobs, $907.

3 billion of economic output for the U.S. economy, and almost 3 percent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

IFA members include franchise companies in over 300 different business format categories, individual franchisees, and companies that support the industry in marketing, law, technology, and business development.